In a world full of theft or accidents, it is important to always protect our assets and stay safe by all means. Most road accidents or car collisions happen due to heavy traffic, affecting pedestrian movement. Bollards are vital because they help minimize congestion while allowing vehicle and pedestrian interaction.

What Are Bollards?

Bollards are short barriers built or installed to prevent cars from colliding against buildings, control traffic and protect pedestrians. These are usually made from metals or concrete and are installed on the ground.

Types of Bollards 

Bollards are generally made from materials like stainless steel, concrete and aluminium.

Below are the types of bollards:

• Fixed bollard These bollards are specifically made to withstand any condition and are permanently installed on the ground. They are made from different materials, but mostly steel and concrete are preferred because of their durability characteristics.
• Retractable bollards are also called automatic or collapsible bollards because they allow vehicles to enter and exit whenever they lower themselves down to the ground.
• As the name says, temporary bollards are designed for temporary use in construction or weddings. These bollards are movable.
  

Advantages Of Bollards

• Bollards play an essential role in driveways by organizing and maintaining order. They help designate specific parking spaces and prevent unauthorized parking.
• Bollards promote safety for pedestrians by providing demarcation.
• Bollards play a significant role in commercial spaces or areas by preventing vehicle collisions.
• With the help of technology now, bollards can prevent theft by applying hydraulic-powered bollards controlled by a particular application. This means that the person in control can permit or deny access to parking.

Things To Consider Installing Bollard Security

• Before installing bollards, it is imperative to determine the location and site.
• The first important thing is the total cost; from buying the bollards to installation, you must have the funds needed. Bollards will need maintenance in the future, too.
• Choosing the purpose and areas that require protection with bollards is essential because some places have a high traffic flow that may end up causing significant problems for vehicles and pedestrians.
• Choose bollards based on their type because some materials are not durable and weather resistant.
  

Types Of Bollards Used Driveways

• Driveway bollards are essential because they prevent vehicles from collision or parking/ running into unauthorized areas. There are a lot of different materials used for driveway bollards. Some of these include the following:
• Steel- among all materials, it is the most preferred material because of its durability and versatility. The steel bollard is first galvanized to prevent it from rusting.
• If you are looking for a high-durability and impact-resistant bollard, then a concrete bollard should be your first choice. It is ideal because it requires less maintenance.
• Plastic bollards- while not as strong as steel or concrete, plastic bollards are suitable for low-security areas and even temporal use.
  

KJS Bollards has the best bollards. We provide sustainable and customizable bollards while ensuring product quality. We have the right materials, from steel to plastic, to ensure that all your bollards are long-lasting and durable to overcome any weather.