The basic and most common form of bollards are Parking Bollards, these which are used to distinguish disabled shared zones, serve as protection between pedestrians and vehicle driveways, loading docks, stairs or ramps, keep emergency doorways, fire hydrants, trolley bays etc clear from obstruction externally, and more!
Steel bollards are typically used in warehouses and factories providing the ultimate protection through the adequate wall thickness of the bollards.
Removable bollards are used when wanting to secure and protect driveways, footpaths, garage, and factory doors from vehicle access at selected times. This is achieved through their easy removal using a key or padlock mechanism, with storage sleeves available for secure storage.
The application of impact recovery bollards is used when there is the possibility that vehicles may drive over or may occur slight impact in traffic or construction areas.
Although stainless steel bollards are used as a protection of assets, they are primarily chosen for their pleasant aesthetic appeal at the entrance of train stations, airports, shopping centres, hotels, schools, universities, stadiums, and any other public facilities.
Concrete bollards are large concrete objects that are commonly used as anti-terror or anti-ram-raid property protection. In shapes consisting of cubes, spheres logs and more they can be placed around the entrance of councils, public parks, shared eating areas or even recreational spaces.
For a stronger application, an in-ground bollard can be used you will need to core drill a hole into the concrete. If it is into bitumen the bitumen layer will need to be removed using a road saw or masonry grinding disk and a hole of 400x400x400mm will need to be dug or as per specifications. The hole needs to be slightly larger, approximately 10mm larger than the diameter of the bollard. Fill the hole half-way before placing your bollard in with great support when pushing the bollard and remaining concrete till it is flush with the surface of bitumen or concrete.
In addition to concrete and bitumen application, it is also possible to install bollards into soft ground such as dirt. You are required to dig a hole approximately 400x400x400mm or 400mm round. Place the bollard in the hole and fill with concrete until it is flush with the surface. It is important that the bollard is kept a little above the ground in the hole to ensure that concrete can go under and fill up the inside of the bollard underneath for extra stability and support. It is crucial that a level is always used with this application to ensure your bollard is straight and upright once the concrete has dried. We recommend at least 300mm of the bollard should be below the ground level but for larger diameter bollards i.e. 140mm plus, it should be 400mm or more.
It should also be noted that when filling a bollard from the top with the cap removed, the diameter of the bollard may expand, and you will be unable to re-place the cap on-top of the bollard. To ensure this isn’t an issue, it is recommended that with in-ground bollards, they are concrete filled upside down, left to dry, then installed.
Area Safe steel bollards are essential for separating pedestrians from vehicles and for protecting property. Bollards are a legal requirement for accessible parking shared zones and for preventing obstruction of fire egress doors. Standard powder coat colour is safety yellow - other colours made to order (please enquire).
Area Safe Premium bollards | Alternative Bollards |
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Galvanised Pressure Fit
Cap Powdercoated Yellow 1
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Mild Steel, Loose Cup
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25mm Red Reflective
Strip - Class 1 Reflective 2
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No Reflective
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Premium Powdercoated
Safety Yellow, Gloss 3
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Rough Finish Powdercoat
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Hot Dip Galvanised
4
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No Galvanising, Mild Steel
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Blasted Alloy Steel
5
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Mild Steel, Corrosive
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5mm Heavy Wall
6
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3mm Lightweight Wall
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Continuous post avoids
base plate warping 7
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Warped Base Plate, weaker
construction |
Laser Cut Base Plate,
Opening & Fixing Holes 8
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Inconsistent Hole Sizes
& Positions |
300mm Diameter,
10mm Thick Base Plate 9
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3mm-6mm Lightweight
Base Plate |
Neat and Strong
3mm CFW Electronic Weld 10
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Manual Welds, with splatter
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Secure Your Space with Bollards
Area Safe Products offers a comprehensive range of bollards in Melbourne designed to improve safety and security in various environments. Our bollards are indispensable for effectively delineating pedestrian areas from vehicle zones for optimal traffic management and safety.
Area Safe Products’ bollards serve as vital elements in compliance with legal requirements, such as accessible parking shared zones and safeguarding fire egress doors from obstruction. Manufactured from high-quality steel, each bollard provides robust protection and durability against accidental vehicle impacts.
Our bollards in Sydney come in a standard safety yellow powder coat finish, which enhances visibility and durability. Additionally, we offer customisation options for colours to meet specific aesthetic or functional requirements of your site. This flexibility provides seamless integration into diverse environments while maintaining high visibility and safety standards.
Our bollards are ideal for a wide range of settings, including commercial properties, industrial facilities, parking lots, and public spaces. Area Safe Products bollards offer peace of mind against vehicle intrusion and improve pedestrian safety. They effectively manage traffic flow, prevent unauthorised access, and protect valuable assets on your premises.
With a commitment to quality and safety, Area Safe Products ensures that our steel bollards meet stringent industry standards. Whether you need basic protection or customised solutions, our bollards provide reliable performance and durability, backed by our reputation for excellence in safety products.
Choose Area Safe Products for dependable steel bollards that combine functionality, durability, and compliance so that your premises are secure and well-protected.