W-Beam Metal Crash Barriers

Partners in National Highway safety

WHY GUARDRAILS?
The economics, versatility, and performance of Guardrail surpass all other roadside barrier systems. Guardrail provides highly-visible protection in all weather conditions helping to increase driver confidence. The Guardrail system absorbs the impact of out-of-control vehicles while guiding the vehicle to safer stops. Proven results and consistent material quality make steel Guardrail systems the right barrier choice.

Economics

• Low initial material costs.
• Straightforward installation and uncomplicated repairs. When repairs are required, only damaged rail or posts need to be replaced. The remaining section of Guardrail still provides effective protection.
• Routine maintenance is not required. Adjustment or tightening is not necessary during the service life of the barrier.
• Systems can have a service life of 30 years or longer.

Versatility

• Applications include parking lots, single and multi-lane highways, bridges and bridge approaches.
• Guardrail systems can be tailored to any application.
• Shop-manufactured rail can be radiuses to .t convex and concave curves.
• Rail systems can be designed with wood or steel posts and offset blocks.
• Numerous end treatments are available to meet all design requirements and standards.
• Post to rail ratios can be varied to meet safety requirements.
• Rail thickness is available in 2.67mm/3.0mm/3.43mm.
• Standard lengths are 4128mm or 4318mm. Custom lengths are available.

Performance

• Minimizes accident severity and injuries when collisions occur.
• Guides vehicle away from the hazard by the "ribbon effect" of the continuous guardrail during vehicle impact.
• Thrie Beam guardrail provides an enhanced performance because of its larger face, which provides reduced defection and improved resistance to vehicles overturning.
• Meets AASHTO designation M180 specifications. All hardware and components are galvanized to 550gms/sqm as per MOST / AASHTO requirements.

Application of Guardrails

• National Highways, Expressways, Bridges and Flyovers.
• High embankments / Sharp curves and Banks.
• Mines, collieries, etc. where continuous movement of vehicles is envisaged.
• High density fast moving traffic areas in cities.
• Village areas along highways.
• Motor racing / Test drove tracks.
• Crash test sites
• Factory areas.
• Traffic safety in Airports.
• Plants handling hazardous chemicals.
• Multi-Story parking lots.

Type of HI-TECH Guardrail Systems