Marshalls launch new RhinoGuard® Beam

In a typical street scene there are many obstacles which are difficult to transverse with bollards, resulting in having to break the line of these measures. This creates a gap too large for compliance within the relevant standards, such as IWA 14.2 and PAS 69. The cost of the relocation of some of these obstacles can be expensive and disruptive. Therefore, new solutions were required to eliminate some of these issues.

Crash tested to the IWA 14.1 standard, the RhinoGuard® Beam can successfully stop a 7.2 tonne vehicle traveling at 30mph. Requiring just 50mm of excavation, this offers the perfect solution for use on bridges and other areas where underground service and utilities affect installation. Combining the RhinoGuard® Ultra Shallow 50®, the Beam achieved a stopping distance of 0m during its crash test.

The Ultra Shallow 50® has now successfully performed in three IWA 14.1 crash tests; in a typical footpath, cycle way and using the beam to span across a 4000mm gap. All tests demonstrated a real life scenario, impacting at 30 degrees which is considered the most likely angle of attack on long linear runs of perimeter protection.

With tailored length options available to suit a scheme’s requirements, the protective barrier has the capability of spanning manholes, services, chambers and other obstacles, whilst allowing for expansion and contraction. The demountable structure can be removed quickly to provide access for plant and equipment or emergency service vehicles should this be required.

The customisable design allows the barrier to coordinate with the surrounding aesthetics, enhancing the environment whilst providing the appropriate level of protection required, keeping people safe.

You can find out more about the RhinoGuard® Beam here: https://www.marshalls.co.uk/commercial/product/rhinoguard-beam

Marshalls has been manufacturing hard landscaping materials since the 1880’s and has become the leading supplier of the products that create international urban environments. Marshalls has earned the status of a ‘Business Superbrand’ every year since 2010.

Associated with high quality, Marshalls prides itself on its combined expertise in paving, water management, traffic management and landscape protection, as well as support services to the construction, home improvement and landscape markets.

Marshalls supplies the domestic, public sector and commercial markets with its range of hard landscaping products.  You can find out more about the company and their extensive range of SBD accredited products here: https://www.securedbydesign.com/member-companies/sbd-members?view=companydetail&account=0011i00000Jpvm5AAB   

Managing Director Jaz Vilkhu, Marshalls, said: “The biggest benefit of the RhinoGuard® Beam is that it offers buyers an aesthetic barrier solution capable of spanning manholes, services and other obstacles. Requiring just 50mm of foundation, the Beam is ideal for use on bridges and other locations requiring ultra shallow installations. London is a very good example of where there is often utility services positioned less than 300mm below the surface of the ground and the RhinoGuard® Beam allows for flexible deployment opportunities.

“With no penetration at all, the Beam system can provide protection of vehicles weighing up to 7.2 tonnes, travelling up to 30mph, offering protection for walkers or cyclists along long span bridges, footpaths or cycleways. RhinoGuard® Beam can be tailored to tie in to its surroundings and can easily be removed to allow quick access should this be required.”

SBD Technical Officer Alfie Hosker said: “This is yet another example of Marshalls innovation and their continued development of products aimed at protecting our communities”.