Bollards and spikes
Bollards and spikes are physical security features used to control or restrict access to certain areas, enhance perimeter security, and protect property or people from unauthorized intrusion. They are commonly employed in various settings, including commercial properties, government buildings, residential areas, and critical infrastructure sites. Procure this products with strict safety standards and get them installed onsite by a team of security experts. At Informed Systems Ltd, we offer the most diverse range of of security services and equipment in Nairobi Kenya and East Africa.1. Bollards
- Bollards are sturdy, vertical posts or barriers, typically made of materials like steel, concrete, or plastic. They are usually anchored firmly into the ground and can be either fixed or retractable.
- Types:
- Fixed Bollards: These are permanently installed and cannot be moved or lowered. They provide a continuous physical barrier.
- Removable Bollards: These can be removed when necessary to allow authorized access.
- Retractable or Automatic Bollards: These can be raised or lowered electronically or manually to control access.
- Uses:
- Bollards are often used to protect buildings, storefronts, pedestrian zones, and other vulnerable areas from vehicle intrusion, such as ramming attacks.
- They can also be used to create controlled access points for vehicles in parking lots or restricted areas.
- Bollards are sometimes used for aesthetic purposes, as they come in various designs and can be customized to blend with their surroundings.
2. Spikes (Tire Spikes or Roadway Spikes)
- Spikes, also known as tire spikes or roadway spikes, are physical devices designed to puncture vehicle tires when they pass over them. They consist of metal or plastic spikes that point upward.
- Types:
- Surface-Mounted Spikes: These are installed on the road surface or parking lot and can be temporary or permanent.
- Flush-Mounted Spikes: These are installed flush with the roadway surface and are not easily noticeable.
- Retractable Spikes: Some systems have retractable spikes that can be raised or lowered as needed.
- Uses:
- Spikes are primarily used as a security measure to stop or slow down vehicles trying to breach secured areas.
- Law enforcement and security personnel may use them at checkpoints, border crossings, or other areas where vehicle access control is essential.
- Some private properties, like gated communities or high-security facilities, use spikes to enforce controlled entry and exit.