CLIENT:

Kova Properties, a key player in Florida’s real estate arena, manages an impressive 4,000,000 square feet of property across Southwest Florida. When Hurricane Ian swept Naples with a storm surge that flooded the iconic Fifth Ave. South, a lot of businesses sustained costly flood damage.

Determined to safeguard their properties from future storm and flood-related calamities, Kova Properties collaborated with Garrison Systems to provide a customized flood plan for their vulnerable 5th Avenue buildings. This case study explores the decision, deployment, and results of this strategic move.

Kova Properties &
Fifth Avenue South

As a significant player in Florida's property management landscape, Kova Properties’ expansive portfolio boasts several gems, and properties on Naples' Fifth Ave.

The avenue, synonymous with Florida's upscale lifestyle, is an eclectic blend of gourmet restaurants, art galleries, offices buildings and luxury retail – the very essence of Florida's Gulf Coast charm.

CHALLENGE:

Hurricane Ian's arrival on Sept. 28, 2022, wreaked havoc across Florida, sending up to four feet of water cascading down Fifth Ave. South. The damages posed operational challenges and financial setbacks for many businesses and property owners. Kova, with a responsibility towards its stakeholders and tenants, sought a robust, effective and proven flood mitigation system.

Photos: Hurricane Ian Storm Damage Across Florida - Naples Daily News

SOLUTION:

Following a meticulous review of various flood control offerings, Kova's decision-makers placed their trust in Garrison System's Hammerhead™️ Aluminum Flood Log System, which offers superior protection, easy deployment, quick turnaround and pricing that fell within budget.

Garrison's team of flood specialists custom fabricated 24 aluminum flood barriers of various sizes and installed all 24 flood plank barriers within a mere 3 days, ensuring minimal disruption to the tenants, including several retail shops, offices, restaurants and cafes.

For longer spans of flood protection, in-ground anchor plates were installed, allowing for the placement of removable center posts and kickers that could be deployed as needed in the event of an expected flood.

Breezeways, utility doors, office building entrances, restaurants and retail storefronts were all secured using the Hammerhead Aluminum ‘Stop-Log’ Flood System, providing full perimeter protection to Kova’s various properties.

GARRISON’S HAMMERHEAD ALUMINUM FLOOD PLANK SYSTEM

When it comes to flood protection, Garrison's Hammerhead system stands out:

• Customization: Each flood plank is custom tailored to fit specific openings, ensuring utmost protection. Sections are custom fabricated, allowing for flexibility in design, layout and comprehensive flood protection.

  
  

• Durability: Crafted with high-quality 6063 T-5 aluminum, the planks fend off floodwaters and debris and have a high resistance to the hydrostatic pressures and debris associated with hurricanes and rising flood waters. All components are non-corrosive and can hold up to marine environments.

• Mechanism: U-Channel Posts are mounted to each side of an opening and sealed using a neoprene strip. When a flood is expected, planks are slid into the Posts and stainless steel tensioning bolts are tightened, shifting an internal locking plate that pressures the flood logs against the adjacent seal.

• Reliability: The Hammerhead Aluminum Flood Wall System has been tested using sophisticated FEA (Finite Element Analysis) Testing, and meets FEMA's dry floodproofing and other accepted building standards.
  

• Deployability: Hammerhead flood logs can be deployed quickly in the event of a flood, allowing for rapid reaction to unfolding events, yet permitting businesses to remain open longer in advance of a flood. When not in use flood logs are stored and stacked compactly for future use.

• Aesthetically Attractive: The Hammerhead Aluminum Flood Wall is sleek, durable and unobtrusive. Ideal for high-end commercial and luxury buildings and residences, where protection is required but the aesthetics of the building are important.

RESULTS:

Post-installation, the properties managed by Kova stand fortified against the likes of Hurricane Ian and future severe storms and weather. The tangible protection provided by the Hammerhead Aluminum Flood Plank System translates into an invaluable peace of mind for Kova property managers, its tenants, and prospective clients. The potential for millions of dollars to be saved in devastating and costly flood related property damage further emphasizes the project's success.

CONCLUSION:

By partnering with Garrison Flood Control Systems and deploying the Hammerhead flood barrier system, Kova has not only protected its physical assets but also solidified its reputation as a responsible and forward-thinking property management firm. This initiative sets a benchmark for property managers, emphasizing the essence of preparedness in the ever-evolving climate scenario.

Hammerhead is capable of fitting a variety of entryways with different lengths, heights and threshold types. Removal of planks and center posts allows entryways to remain accessible when not in use. Center Posts can be installed for longer flood barrier runs, to handle the hydrostatic pressures associated with oncoming hurricanes, storm surges and flash flooding.

Strength:

6063-T5 aluminum has a high tensile strength, which means it can withstand a lot of force without breaking. This makes it ideal for use to defend against the force of hurricanes, storm surges, tidal swings and wind.

Corrosion Resistance:

6063-T5 aluminum is resistant to corrosion, because floodwater can be contaminated with salt, mud, and other corrosive materials, but 6063-T5 aluminum will not corrode in these conditions.

Lightweight:

6063-T5 aluminum is much lighter than steel, which makes it easier to transport and install. The aluminum flood planks take up minimal space while providing a quick and easy deployment process.The aluminum flood planks are compact, lightweight and take up minimal space while providing a quick and easy deployment process.

For more information on the Hammerhead™️ Aluminum Flood Plank Barriers, feel free to contact us directly!

*Installation services available by our flood technical solutions team in Florida.

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Best Flood Prevention Solution for 2023:

Garrison™ Flood Control is a New York-based manufacturer and distributor of a complete line of flood control products. Garrison products contain, divert, and re-route water away from valuable property, equipment, infrastructure, and facilities and help prevent flood damage due to rising water levels.

For additional information about Garrison Flood Control Systems, please call 929-299-2099 or email sales@garrisonflood.com.