What Are Road Barriers?
Road barriers are safety structures that control, restrict, or direct vehicle and pedestrian movement on roads, highways, parking areas, and construction zones. They are designed to prevent accidents, improve traffic flow, and protect drivers and pedestrians by providing a physical separation or restriction.
Types of Road Barriers
- Concrete Barriers – Heavy-duty barriers used on highways and construction sites to prevent vehicle collisions and lane crossings.
- Metal Guardrails – Long steel or aluminium barriers installed along roadsides to absorb impact and prevent vehicles from veering off the road.
- Plastic Water-Filled Barriers – Lightweight obstacles that can be filled with water or sand for added stability, often used in temporary traffic management.
- Flexible Safety Barriers – Designed to reduce impact force by flexing upon collision, minimizing damage to vehicles and passengers.
- Bollards – Short, sturdy vertical posts used to block vehicle access in pedestrian areas, parking lots, and restricted zones.
- Retractable & Automatic Barriers – Mechanized barriers that rise or lower to control vehicle entry at checkpoints, parking areas, and private properties.
- Temporary Road Barriers – Lightweight, portable barriers used for road construction, special events, and detours to manage traffic flow.
Where Are Road Barriers Used?
- Highways and expressways
- Construction zones
- Parking lots and private roads
- Pedestrian crossings
- Military and government security checkpoints
- Industrial and commercial areas