To select the right bollards for your space, you need to know what you’re looking for. Blockaides is your expert in practical, durable and reliable safety bollards, barriers and accessories. Here are some FAQs about our products:
The best bollard type will depend on your security level, traffic frequency and flexibility needs:
The best material for a bollard depends entirely on your requirements, purpose, location and aesthetic. Stainless steel offers durability, aesthetic appeal and corrosion resistance. This material withstands impacts and is easy to maintain. It’s a good choice for security and high-traffic urban areas where visual appeal is also important.
Carbon steel provides excellent structural strength and impact resistance, making it ideal for protecting building corners, machinery and controlling vehicle access.
For a high-traffic parking lot, a combination of bollard types is best for durability, impact resistance and visibility. Fixed bollards are permanently installed in the ground. They are best placed at the edges of the parking lot, around vulnerable structures and can define no-access areas.
Manual bollards, like removable or retractable types, are effective for controlling temporary or intermittent vehicle access. These are ideal for entry and exit points, service lanes, emergency access routes or areas that need to be opened during specific hours.
Manual bollards require a person to physically operate them. They are a cost-effective solution, with lower up-front expenses, no power required to operate and simpler maintenance.
Automatic bollards operate electronically, typically controlled by a remote, keypad, card reader or sensors. They are a premium solution offering fast deployment and retraction, ideal for frequent access.
Lighted bollards act like glowing markers that help prevent accidents, guide movement and enhance overall visibility and security after dark.
The built-in lights make them clearly visible from a distance. This means drivers are less likely to accidentally hit them, and pedestrians can more easily see when navigating around them.
Bollard standards are essential for matching the right bollard to the right security need. They tell you how much force a bollard can withstand from a vehicle impact and still perform its job.
M-ratings are created from the ASTM F2656 Standard Test Method for Vehicle Crash Testing of Perimeter Barriers. They vary according to the vehicle type, speed and penetration distance. S-ratings are determined from the ASTM F3016 Standard Test Method for Surrogate Testing of Vehicle Impact Protective Devices. This rating focuses on protecting pedestrians from errant, low-speed vehicles.
Our experts are happy to assist you in getting the right certified bollard for your needs.
Yes, Blockaides offers bollards that have been tested to meet rigorous government and military standards. They are designed to meet or exceed federal safety and security standards, particularly for projects involving government buildings, critical infrastructure and other high-security federal facilities.
Professional bollard installation is critical. Blockaides offers installation services for any application. We’ll ensure your bollards support safety, longevity and performance.
Yes! You can browse our inventory of bollards and contact one of our experts for more information and installation services.
Blockaides offers a comprehensive range of bollard solutions backed by expert support. Contact our team online for a quote and more information about our products.
