Using bollards to prevent ram raiding

Ram raiding is a big problem for many businesses. They can invest a huge amount in the security, technology and more, but some criminals can get by it if they are willing to smash their way in. Some even go so far as to steal heavy duty plant equipment to help them. One option that can work though is ensuring they can't drive close enough to the property. A good way to do this is use bollards.

The right protection

The thing to remember about ram raids is that they can involve a fair amount of speed and heavy vehicles. As a result you need to choose protective measure to account for this. There is no point investing in railings or even barriers that would not be a proper obstacle for them.

There are heavy duty bollards that can tick all the right boxes here. Cast in ones are the best option. The casting can bury part of the bollard, meaning it can withstand huge impacts at high speeds. In most cases striking one would critically damage the vehicle and stop it from progressing or fleeing. This can keep the property and its contents safe.

Where to use them?

The great thing about bollards is you can install them in a huge array of locations. Some people use them to create an exclusion zone around entrances, shop fronts, cash machines, and other weak points. The premises can be in busy city and town centres, in out of town shopping centres, or many other locations. They can also be very useful on access roads, in car parks, and even on docks.

Talk to us about bollards

If you are specifically looking to protect against ram raids you should choose bollards that are up to this task. The best thing to do is talk to a manufacturer like Barrier Mart. We offer a huge array of products to cater for different needs. As part of this we can talk to clients about their needs and then offer suggestions.

So, get in touch today and tell us about your site and the kind of risks you won't to protect against.