A flexible bollard does more than protect the structure or equipment it's guarding. It can bend when it takes a hit from a forklift then bounce back into its original shape and position. This ability to absorb energy not only makes the bollard less likely to be crushed, it also reduces damage to the vehicle, makes the collision easier on the driver, and helps prevent the bollard anchors from being ripped out of the floor.
In addition to slashing repair and replacement costs, a flexible bollard offers easy installation, improved worker safety, and low maintenance requirements. To install, simply anchor the core into an existing concrete surface with provided hardware and cover with the rotating poly shell. The anchor assembly is all internal; there is no baseplate or exposed hardware to trip or snag passersby. And the dent-resistant shell is the same color all the way through, so it never needs to be painted.
The rotating HDPE shell deflects glancing blows. Upon a direct hit, it diffuses impact forces along its full length and directs the rest to the core assembly.
The polyurethane load ring flexes to absorb energy.
Energy is transferred down the high-tensile steel shaft.
Shock absorbing rubber dampers at the base diminish the remaining forces, reducing stress on the anchors.