While roller shutters and rapid roll doors are extremely convenient for accessing industrial and commercial buildings, or even private garages, there’s always the risk that an accidental collision can damage the guide rails and put the shutter door out of action.
That’s where safety posts come in. Sometimes referred to as bollards, these fixed steel posts are ideal for outlining access points and restricting contact with the sides of the opening, all without blocking movement through the doorway itself.
These straightforward protective posts offer the perfect way to keep your roller doors in good shape – showing vehicles where to go and what to steer clear of, so that essential support systems are kept safe.
If you’re searching for a quick solution for your business premises, safety posts could be the answer – so keep reading to discover the advantages of these security bollards and how they could benefit your building.
1) Increased safety and security
Asset protection bollards serve as physical barriers that help to stop vehicles, or people carrying stock or equipment, from colliding with the sides of the roller shutter entrance.
Without these obstructions to prevent serious impacts, cars, delivery vans, or forklift trucks could cause costly damage to the surrounding infrastructure and disrupt operations.
By marking entry and exit points clearly, floor-mounted protective posts not only delineate access areas, but also assist with traffic control and improve pedestrian safety, too.
2) Versatile installation options
They may seem like a simple feature, but security posts are extremely adaptable. Base-plated bollards provide a practical option for safeguarding doorways and vulnerable areas.
They can be used in many places, like warehouses, factories, loading docks, garages, forecourts, shopfronts, parking areas, driveways, perimeters, corners – the list goes on.
Though they’re most often seen outside, where there’s a higher risk of vehicle collisions, they can also be used inside in industrial settings where equipment like pallet jacks is used.
3) High-quality durable materials
Most surface-mounted bollards are made from stainless steel or galvanised steel, which are both very resilient materials that are durable enough to withstand accidental impacts.
Strong and corrosion-resistant, steel safety posts can endure exposure to the elements as well as potential bumps and bangs, maintaining structural integrity for a long period of time.
Steel bollards can also come with a powder-coated finish that not only adds another scratch-resistant layer to boost their longevity, but also increases safety with a highly visible colour.
4) Simple to install and remove
There are many different types of security bollards, some of which are retractable and require more complicated installation methods, and some that are fixed into or on top of the ground.
The most convenient type that allows you to safeguard your assets fast is bolt-down bollards, which are low-maintenance safety posts that can be anchored into concrete or asphalt.
As they’re bolted into the ground through a base plate, they can be un-bolted relatively quickly and moved if needed without leaving deep holes behind, saving time, labour, and money.
5) Customisable colourful finish
Depending on the finish of the entrance or wall they’re installed in front of, plain steel bollards may not be as noticeable – but a powder-coated colour immediately catches the eye.
The standard colour is a bright yellow that means drivers and pedestrians can’t miss the posts at the corners or edges, but in most cases, you can choose any RAL shade you prefer.
Providing perimeter protection doesn’t have to mean installing boring bollards that are a blot on the landscape – you can opt for a colour that complements your business branding.
Order bespoke roller shutter safety posts
Protective safety posts can offer a combination of protection, pedestrian and vehicle traffic control, and aesthetic enhancements to any building with roller shutters or rapid roll doors.
These versatile solutions are ideal for safeguarding people and property, so if you’re interested in installing custom surface-mounted bollards, why not contact the team here at Roller Shutter UK?
We have years of experience in installing a range of shutters and mechanical doors, plus anti-ram barriers and posts to protect them, so you’re in the best place to get started with designing your own bespoke safety posts to safeguard your shutters.
Call us on 0800 328 9356 or send an email to info@rollershutterservices.co.uk and we’ll be back in touch soon!