Anti-terrorism barrier manufacturer granted US and Australian patents
An anti-terrorism bollard and barrier manufacturer has had new patents granted in Australia and the US.
Safetyflex Barriers based in Coventry has the patents for its surface-mounted crash planter. The product does not require any foundations or ground fixings so it can provide instant protection. It is supplied with bespoke cladding so it can be used as street furniture and attractive planters.
The product is crash-tested to industry standards BSI PAS68 and IWA14, and withstand impact at speeds of up to 50mph to stop vehicle threats in public places.
Marcus Gerrard, director at Safetyflex, said: “We truly believe this is a real game-changer because of the flexibility and functionality they offer as planters or seating benches, while still providing industry-leading security protection.
“The great advantage with these is that they can be permanent or temporary solutions as they take a matter of hours to install, meaning they can be easily relocated to suit changing needs.
“This new surface-mounted anti-terrorist barrier is ideal for securing markets, public realm projects and stadiums, where there is a requirement to protect the public from potential vehicle attacks.”
Following on from its UK patent, granted last February, Safetyflex has struck deals in Sweden, Germany, and Australia in the last 12 months and has 35 patents worldwide.
In Australia, Safetyflex has added protection at Queenslands Surfers Paradise and in America, its technology works at sites such as Augusta National Golf Course.
