The Function of a Water Filled Barrier

Many of us can be thankful to the presence of road barriers that very often save the lives of those involved in a car crash. Barriers, whether they are iron barriers or the water filled barrier types, are designed to ensure that motorists are able to safely drive on what would be otherwise a hazardous road. Barriers are most often found on dual carriage ways, roads with steep drops, bridges or mountain roads.

Armco RSP has a water filled barrier called “The StackMan”. This particular barrier has the following functions:

1. Catch a vehicle which may have lost control and send it back onto the carriage way.
2. Stop a vehicle from leaving the road which could have fatal results.
3. Absorb the impact of a vehicle which is crashing and protect a person or area behind it (this is often seen at toll gates where the booths are protected).
4. Provide the driver with more confidence to drive in their own lane and not crowd the centre of the road.

The StackMan barrier is easy to set up as it is light in weight and easy to transport. They are usually bright in colour which makes them visible to motorists in both the day and night. They are able to interlock with each other which make them great for forming a longitudinal barrier down long stretches of road. Once they have been set up, they are filled with water which ensures that they are able to take the load and absorb the impact of a vehicle. These barriers are also used at road works and construction sites to ensure the safety of those who are hard at work and unable to pay attention to the passing traffic at all times.

Water filled barrier variations are available from Armco RSP at cost effective rates. If you require one of these barriers or any other road safety products then make sure to contact Armco RSP today.

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