Crash Rated HVM Bollards – Elite Vehicle Barrier Systems for Critical Security
When perimeter security cannot be compromised, our crash-rated HVM (Hostile Vehicle Mitigation) bollards deliver elite protection. Engineered for extreme scenarios, these bollards are designed to stop vehicles in motion and safeguard high-value assets, infrastructure and people. At Secure Bollards, we offer German-engineered, Made-in-India HVM bollards certified to internationally recognised crash-standards — delivering both strength and reliability for government, defence, airport, embassy and industrial installations.
What Are Crash Rated HVM Bollards?
Crash-rated HVM bollards are robust physical security barriers designed to resist high-speed vehicle impacts. Often referred to as anti-ram or anti-terror bollards, they must meet rigorous performance criteria under standards like PAS 68, IWA 14‑1 and ASTM F2656. Installed in strategic locations such as sensitive entrances, corporate campuses, public venues and critical infrastructure, they form a vital layer of hostile vehicle mitigation.
Key Features & Performance Metrics
- Certified crash-ratings: Models covering K4, K8, K12 ratings (e.g., vehicle 6.8 or 7.2 tonne at 48–80 km/h) as per PAS 68 / IWA 14-1 tests.
- Heavy-duty construction: Strong steel cores, reinforced foundations or shallow mount options, corrosion-resistant finishes.
Permanent anchorage: Fixed installations ensure tamper-proof, always-on protection.
Aesthetic & architectural integration: Even high-security bollards can be finished to match site aesthetics, urban streetscapes, façades.
Minimal maintenance: Designed for long-term service life with little upkeep compared to active moving systems.
Ideal Applications
These bollards excel where the risk of vehicle intrusion is greatest:
Government buildings, embassies & military facilities
Airports, seaports & transportation hubs
Data centres, research labs & critical infrastructure
Corporate headquarters, event venues, urban plazas
Industrial facilities, logistic parks & manufacturing sites
By deploying certified crash-rated bollards you protect not just property, but lives and reputations.
Examples of Crash-Rated HVM Bollards:
K12 Rated Bollards (stops 15,000 lbs vehicle at 50 mph)
K8 Rated Bollards (stops 15,000 lbs vehicle at 40 mph)
K4 Rated Bollards (stops 15,000 lbs vehicle at 30 mph)
Why Choose Secure Bollards’ Crash-Rated HVM Bollards?
German-engineered standards combined with local Indian manufacturing for cost-effective, high-quality solutions.
End-to-end service: from site survey, specification, product manufacture, installation to maintenance.
Customisable to specification: various heights, diameters, finishes, integration with access control & security systems.
Globally-recognised performance: meets crash standards and supply chain reliability you can trust.
Technical & Installation Guidelines
Successful installation of crash-rated bollards involves correct foundation, installation depth, alignment, and integration with surrounding substrate. Foundations vary depending on rating: a shallow mount variant may still meet K12 if engineered correctly. Surface finish, reflective bands, integration with lighting or security systems also enhance safety and usability without reducing performance.
FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
What does "K12 crash-rating" mean?
It signals the bollard is tested to stop a vehicle (usually ~7.5 tonnes) at around 50 mph (~80 km/h) under defined test criteria.
Can crash-rated bollards be used in public plazas?
Yes. While they are high-security devices, with appropriate exterior finishes they can integrate visually into urban and public space designs.
Do these bollards require power or moving parts?
For fixed static versions, no moving parts are required; they act passively and therefore have lower maintenance compared to hydraulic systems.
What finishes are available?
Options typically include powder-coated, stainless steel sleeves, architectural cladding, reflectors or LED bands for night visibility.
How do I choose the correct rating?
Assessment of vehicle weight, speed potential, threat level, site layout and pedestrian/vehicle separation is required. Our team conducts surveys and helps specify the correct model.
Protect your premises with crash-rated HVM bollards. Contact us for consultation and installation of high-security barriers.
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