UG: Water-Filled Bags as Counterweights

We have worked on a number of projects where our water-filled bags from our Water Weights product line have been used as installation counterweights. The reason for this is generally to add stability to a structure during rotation and/or towing – to ensure equilibrium, control and correct attitude throughout the process. This principle has been applied to structures such as dock gates as well as offshore platforms. When supplied with drawings and weight calculations by the client, we are able to work with them to determine the optimum amount of ballast required, how best to position it, and how best to secure it.