K-rated fences are great for properties that require higher security.
Chances are, if you are familiar with security fencing and developing a perimeter security plan, you’ve heard of K-rated fences. However, what exactly are K-rated fences and where should they be used?
What is a K Rating?
K ratings are a type of crash test certification that is issued by a government agency, the Department of State. K ratings are applied to a variety of perimeter security devices including fences, gates, bollards, and barriers. They describe the perpendicular impact penetration of a vehicle traveling at a specific weight and specific speed. K-ratings tell the person looking to purchase a security fence how much a certain item can stop or slow a vehicle trying to drive through the area.
K-Rated Fences
K-rated fences are designed to not budge in the case of a crash and they are used in many different commercial, industrial, and government capacities. Since they are maximum security, K-rated fences are often used in high-security areas to protect the contents from the outside. Where have you seen K-rated fences before? Some of the following:
- Power plants
- Fuel depots for the government
- Chemical plants
- Federal buildings
- Military installations
- Prisons and jails
- Courthouses
- Server farms
- Banking centers
- Any high-security business
- High-profile homes
How Does K-Rated Fencing Work?
K-rated fencing works by adding cable and beam reinforcements to the fencing itself. These strengthen the length of the fencing and make it much more difficult to penetrate. K-rated fences are the absolute standard of protection for many different residential and commercial properties and they offer fantastic protection. K-ratings come in different levels including:
- K4: Vehicles traveling 30 mph and up to 15,000 lbs. in weight
- K8: Vehicles traveling 40 mph and up to 15,000 lbs. in weight
- K12: Vehicles traveling 50 mpg and up to 15,000 lbs. in weight
Choose Hercules High Security for Your High Security Fencing
Whether you need White House-level security fencing or the perfect version of a white picket fence to guard your business or residential property, trust the experts at Hercules High Security. For more information and to learn how we can meet your custom fencing needs, contact Hercules High Security online or give us a call at 1-800-395-9597. We will ensure your investment serves your family and your business for years to come! For updates and to see projects we’re working on, visit us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+, and Pinterest.