What is a Bollard?

DefBollbol.lard (noun)

1-Nautical.A thick post on a ship or wharf, used for securing ropes.

2-Chiefly British.One of a series of post preventing vehicles from entering an area.
[Middle English, probably from bole or tree trunk]

 

POWER SYSTEM:

ELECTRICALLY DRIVEN BOLLARDS VERSUS HYDRAULIC OR PNEUMATIC:

  • Torque can be controlled and limited (safety feature)
  • Progressive start to inform pedestrians of rising (safety feature)
  • Minimizes damages to vehicles
  • Minimizes liability in public applications ("Break-Away" option)
  • Environmentally friendly- No hydraulic fluids in the ground
  • No hydraulic lines to freeze
  • Works in all climates
  • No special tools required
  • No compressor to maintain air pressure
  • No noise

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Movement:
Bollards are made to be raised and lowered hydraulically pneumatically or electrically. They prevent vehicles
from entering a secured area but do allow pedestrian traffic.

Habitat:
Bollards can be found in every major city in the world. In the US they are becomming a more familiar site in
commercial as well as government facilities.

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Usage:
Bollards work equally well in extreme cold or extreme heat.

Types of Bollards:
Only from Automatic Bollard Systems

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eDefender:
Extremely strong. Used where security is paramount. Retractable.		 eGuardian:
Good deterrent. Used mostly in public places. Retractable.		 BreakAway:
good deterrent. Breakaway to minimize liability and damage to vehicle and bollard. Retractable.		 Manual semi-automatic:
Non motorized retractable barrier. Ideal for infrequent movement.		 Fully Manual:
Non motorized retractable barrier. Cost saving unit.		 Fixed/Stationary:
Fixed barrier. Ideal for permanent security that requires pedestrian access.