Traffic, Safety and Security Bollards
Bollards are essential security posts designed to manage vehicle access, protect premises, and enhance safety in various environments. They serve as both visual and physical deterrents to unauthorised vehicles, significantly reducing the risk of ramming or forced entry.
Key Features of Bollards
Bollards are constructed from durable materials such as stainless steel, galvanised steel, or powder-coated steel, engineered to withstand impact, corrosion, and extreme weather conditions. Many models incorporate high-visibility finishes, including bright colours like yellow or black, and often feature reflective bands or LED lighting to ensure they are easily noticeable in all lighting conditions, improving overall safety. Some advanced bollards include emergency manual override systems for operation during power failures, as well as obstacle detection and warning systems to prevent accidents.They are generally considered a long-term, low-maintenance solution for sites….
Where Bollards Can Be Used
Bollards are highly versatile and are commonly used in a wide range of applications:
Car parks and commercial premises to manage vehicle access, especially outside business hours, and to protect loading bays and delivery areas.
Pedestrian zones and city centres to restrict traffic at certain times, while still allowing access for emergency or authorised vehicles.
Industrial and logistics facilities to secure service roads and ensure orderly traffic flow.
Government buildings, embassies, and airports, where high-level security and stringent access control are paramount.
Private driveways and gated communities for enhanced residential access control.
Event spaces or construction zones for temporary or semi-permanent security measures.
Cycle lanes to delineate routes and prioritise cyclist safety.
Bollard Categories
Here is a summary of different bollard types available:
Automatic Bollards: Advanced, retractable posts that rise from the ground to control vehicle access. Operated automatically via remote control, keypad, or ANPR systems, they are ideal for high-traffic areas and secure zones requiring seamless entry management.
Bolt Down Bollards: Surface-mounted posts that are bolted directly onto existing concrete or tarmac. This method allows for fast installation with minimal ground disruption, making them ideal for areas where excavation is not practical.
Concrete In Bollards: Heavy-duty posts installed permanently by embedding them deep into the ground with concrete foundations. This method provides exceptional strength and impact resistance, making them a reliable anti-ram solution for high-security sites.
Cranked Bollards: Featuring a unique bent or ‘cranked’ base, these bollards are designed for installation around obstacles or on the side of raised surfaces like kerbs. This allows for secure perimeter protection where standard vertical posts won’t fit.
Electromechanical Bollards: A type of automatic bollard powered by a reliable electric motor instead of hydraulics. They offer clean, energy-efficient, and low-maintenance operation, perfect for commercial premises and residential estates.
Hinged Bollards: These manually operated bollards feature a hinge at the base, allowing them to fold down to grant temporary vehicle access. They are a cost-effective, lockable solution for securing private driveways and individual parking bays.
Hydraulic Bollards: High-security automatic bollards that use a powerful hydraulic system for rapid and reliable operation. Their robust construction provides maximum impact resistance, making them the preferred choice for anti-ram protection at airports and military bases.
Removable Bollards: Offering flexible access control, these bollards can be manually lifted out of their ground sockets to allow vehicle entry and locked back in place to restrict it. They are ideal for areas requiring occasional, adaptable access.
Retractable Bollards: Also known as telescopic bollards, these posts retract fully into the ground when not in use, providing a discreet security solution. They are perfect for managing access in pedestrian zones and high streets where a clean appearance is desired.
Contact us
For expert advice on choosing the right bollard for your project, for a custom quote, or to discuss your security requirements, please get in touch with our team. Call us on 01283 899992 or email sales@bollardcentre.co.uk.
