Posts Tagged ‘security barriers’

• The 6 Best Practices for Perimeter Protection

  • January 3rd, 2020
  • Posted in Security Barriers
  • Tags: barriers, perimeter protection, razor ribbon, security barriers, security fencing, video surveillance

  The first line of defense for any facility is its perimeter, but any security system worth having will have layers of protection that only begins with that perimeter. With the many physical and electronic security devices available today, developing perimeter… Read More

• What Are Crash Ratings and What Do They Mean?

  • December 11th, 2019
  • Posted in Crash-rated Gates
  • Tags: crash rated fences, crash-rated, crash-rated barriers, K Ratings, security barriers

  Security gates and fences are issued a “K” rating to communicate their security abilities and strength. A K rating is a Crash Test Certification issued by the Department of State (DOS) to any fence, gate, bollard, or barrier, which indicates… Read More

• 3 Bollard Maintenance Tips

  • August 1st, 2019
  • Posted in Bollards
  • Tags: bollard maintenance, crash-rated bollards, retractable bollards, security barriers

  Just like any other piece of security equipment, bollards require regular maintenance and inspection to continue performing as they should. This is especially true for hydraulic or retractable bollards, bollards that protect high-value targets, and bollards that are likely to… Read More

• 3 Effective Security Barriers to Consider for Your Business

  • July 6th, 2018
  • Posted in Security Barriers
  • Tags: bollards, palisade fencing, security barriers

  Providing effective security for business properties is one of the top concerns for owners and managers. Not only do they need to protect their employees and other investments, but it’s important to maintain the integrity of the building itself. Here… Read More

• How to Spot Security Gaps in Your Fencing

  • January 27th, 2017
  • Posted in Security Fences
  • Tags: security barriers, security fences, security gaps

  Whether you are a residential or commercial property, a gap in your security fencing can be about the same as not having any security fencing at all. How can you identify security gaps in your fencing and take steps to… Read More

• Common Bollards and Their Uses

  • November 13th, 2015
  • Posted in Bollards
  • Tags: bollards, security barriers

  Most people have never heard of a bollard but everyone has seen one—they just did not know it! They are found in various locations and have many uses. By definition, a bollard is a type of barrier designed to mark a specific… Read More

• How Can Bollards Protect Your Employees?

  • August 13th, 2015
  • Posted in Bollards
  • Tags: bollards, security barriers

  If you don’t know what bollards are, they are short, vertical posts used to protect exposed structures, people, or buildings from damage caused by vehicles. They are available in a variety of heights and widths, depending on the level of… Read More

• Who should use a high security fence?

  • December 5th, 2013
  • Posted in Security Barriers
  • Tags: Hercules Fence, Hercules High Security, high security fence, high security fence contractor, security barriers, Who should use a high security fence?

  A high security fence can be used in a variety of ways for residential and commercial properties.  The design of a high security fence includes wire fabric , panels with the option of having razor wire, barbed wire or concertina… Read More

• High security fence: How to protect your retail store from organized crime

  • November 26th, 2013
  • Posted in Security Barriers
  • Tags: Black Friday, High security fence: How to protect your retail store from organized crime, high security fences, high security systems, ORC, organized retail crime, retail crimes, security barriers, shoplifters

  This week is a big holiday shopping week as Black Friday deals are on the way. If you are a retailer, this can be a great time to yield sales. It is also a time when your business is vulnerable… Read More

• Encourage Foot Traffic and Keep Out Vehicles with Bollards

  • April 25th, 2013
  • Posted in Bollards, Crash-rated bollards, Hercules Fence, Hercules High Security, Security Barriers
  • Tags: Hercules High Security Fence, Maryland, Maryland bollards, security barriers, Virginia, Virginia bollards

  There are often situations in which foot traffic is acceptable in a certain area but vehicle traffic is not. In these cases, standard security measures such as fences and cables do not suffice as they discourage both people and cars…. Read More