Summary: Crash-rated bollards can help secure high-security facilities, commercial properties and public spaces against vehicle incursions. Installing bollards tested to applicable ASTM crash-testing standards helps ensure your site has a level of protection suited to its risk profile:
Crash-rated bollards are an important and effective security barrier that prevents unauthorized vehicle entry, protects pedestrians and safeguards critical infrastructure. These heavy-duty perimeter barriers are engineered specifically to stop vehicle incursions. They differ from standard traffic delineators and are tested to ASTM F3016 or high-security standards to determine the bollard’s durability and resistance to vehicular impact.
Blockaides, Inc. is your trusted distributor and manufacturer of high-quality safety and security solutions. We offer a wide range of crash-rated bollards, from certified defenses to custom solutions tailored to your practical and aesthetic needs.
Crash-rated bollards provide thorough protection, manage traffic and pedestrian flow and add visual interest to your property. They are made to absorb vehicle impact and minimize damage to property and pedestrians, using carbon or stainless steel for superior durability. Options are available in a variety of styles, colors, patterns and finishes to fit your vision and can be enhanced with accessories, such as covers, wraps or lights.
Some key applications of crash-rated bollards include:
When comparing crash-rated bollard specifications, it is essential to choose the right rating to protect you and your property. ASTM International classifies bollards according to their ability to withstand vehicular impact. There are two types of perimeter security standards according to different impact speeds and vehicle weights:
Choosing crash-rated bollards often involves more than selecting the appropriate impact rating. These FAQs cover additional considerations to help you make an informed decision.
You can find crash-rated bollards designed for federal, municipal and commercial security projects from manufacturers and distributors specializing in tested perimeter security products.
As an experienced supplier since 2010, Blockaides offers certification documentation and technical support to help you evaluate bollards for your site’s procurement, safety and security requirements.
The right crash-rated bollard depends on your site’s layout, access requirements, expected vehicle traffic and security goals. Blockaides offers U.S.-made bollards and can help you compare these factors to identify a solution that fits your site’s risk level.
Yes. Blockaides can provide documentation that verifies a bollard’s tested performance. This may include ASTM testing reports and technical specifications needed for procurement and project approval.
Lead times may vary based on factors such as the bollard model, customization requests, order quantity and your project schedule. Requesting a quote early can allow you to determine realistic timelines for bollard delivery and support efficient project planning.
Yes. Blockaides provides professional installation services and guidance on technical specifications and foundation recommendations to help bollards perform at their best. We don’t actually provide “professional installation services” but rather can provide the documentation necessary for proper installation. Depending on project requirements, scope and product selection, our engineers can answer specific installation questions. We also want to emphasize that installers for crash-rated bollards should have a track record / knowledge of bollards and in some instances, installation may be required by an approved installer. We don’t facilitate the contract but there are approved installers for certain products (if not approved, it may be possible for the installer to become approved).
Yes. Blockaides supports government, municipal and large commercial projects with bulk ordering, phased deliveries and project management. Talking through your bollard requirements with us early can help organize delivery schedules and simplify procurement.
Blockaides, Inc. is your partner for reliable security and crash-rated bollards and accessories. We have everything you need to protect you, your property, your business patrons and nearby pedestrians against low- and high-speed collisions. Contact a representative today and let us know more about your property and security requirements.
