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Bollards and posts are robust safety solutions designed to protect both people and property in various environments. Bollards provide reliable safeguarding for pedestrian walkways, equipment, and building perimeters. Suitable for different applications and needs, safety bollards and posts provide accident prevention and guide vehicular traffic in commercial, industrial, and public spaces.
Surface Mount Steel Bollards
Surface Mount Steel Bollards
Surface Mount Plastic Bollards
Surface Mount Plastic Bollards
Rebounding Safety Bollards
Rebounding Safety Bollards
Flexible Bollards
Flexible Bollards
Flexible Bollards with Sign Posts
Flexible Bollards with Sign Posts
Pour In Place Bollards
Pour In Place Bollards
Floor Stop Bollards
Floor Stop Bollards
Folding Bollards
Folding Bollards
Concrete Bollards
Concrete Bollards
Portable Bollards
Portable Bollards
Offset Bollards
Offset Bollards
Automatic Retractable Bollards
Automatic Retractable Bollards
Removable Mount Bollards
Removable Mount Bollards
Decorative Concrete Bollards
Decorative Concrete Bollards
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Surface Mount Steel Bollards

Surface Mount Steel Bollards
Surface mount bollards protects machinery, equipment, and other personnel from vehicular traffic. These bollard are made from heavy-duty steel and are available in both bright yellow and silver finishes for enhanced visibility. The surface mount design allows for easy installation on concrete or other flat surfaces, while the durable construction ensures maximum stability and security.
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Global Industrial™ Steel Safety Bollard W/Black Hazard Tape, 4.5"D x 24"H
Height

4-1/2 in
Concrete
Black Hazard
Yellow
Steel
Global Industrial
Ships Same Day
WB337326R		as low as

$69.95

Save $10.00 (13%)
Global Industrial™ Surface Mount Stainless Steel Bollard W/Hazard Tape, 4.5''D x 36''H
Height

4-1/2 in
Concrete
Black/Yellow Hazard
Silver
304 Stainless Steel
Global Industrial
Ships Same Day
WB337327RSS		as low as

$165.95

Save $14.00 (8%)
Global Industrial™ Steel Safety Bollard W/Chain Slots & Removable Cap, 4.5"D x 24"H
Height

4-1/2 in
Concrete
Black Hazard
Yellow
Steel
Global Industrial
Ships Same Day
WB670583		as low as

$93.95

Save $6.00 (6%)
Wildeck® Safety Bollard With Galvanized Steel Cap, WG-24
Height

5 in
Concrete
No Tape
Yellow
Steel
Wildeck
WBB2217383as low as

$129.95

Save $10.00 (7%)
Post Guard® 4"W X 32"H Stainless Steel Threaded Bollard W/Threaded Base, ENCSS432, 2 Bolt
32 in
3-3/4 in
Floor
No Tape
Stainless
Type 304 Stainless Steel
Post Guard
WBB966527$263.95
Global Industrial™ Steel Safety Bollard W/Chain Slots & Removable Cap, 5.5"D x 24"H
Height

5-1/2 in
Concrete
Black Hazard
Yellow
Steel
Global Industrial
Ships Same Day
WB652898M		as low as

$96.95

Save $9.00 (8%)
Post Guard® Stainless Steel Bollard, 36"H x 6" Dia., BDB-SS 6-36 (304)
36 in
6-5/8 in
Concrete
No Tape
Silver
304 Stainless Steel
Post Guard
WBB2241762as low as

$634.95

Save $60.05 (9%)
Chrome-Plated Steel Bollard
42 1/8 in
4-1/2 in
Concrete
No Tape
Silver
Steel
Vestil
WBB183990as low as

$149.95

Save $18.00 (11%)
Post Guard® 4"W X 32"H Galvanized Steel Threaded Bollard W/ Threaded Base, ENC-GA432, 2 Bolt
32 in
4 in
Concrete
No Tape
Silver
Steel
Post Guard
WBB966528as low as

$325.95

Save $24.00 (7%)
Post Guard® 5"W X 42"H Galvanized Steel Threaded Bollard W/ Threaded Base, ENC-GA542, 3 Bolt
42 in
5 in
Concrete
No Tape
Silver
Steel
Post Guard
WBB966529as low as

$349.95

Save $36.00 (9%)
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Surface Mount Plastic Bollards

Surface Mount Plastic Bollards

Rebounding Safety Bollards

Rebounding Safety Bollards
Rebounding Safety Bollards protect equipment and structures from impact damage. Made from heavy-duty steel, these surface-mounted bollard absorb energy upon impact and bounce back after contact. These bright, safety yellow bollards can be mounted in concrete or asphalt, making them an ideal addition to any warehouse or facility.

Flexible Bollards

Flexible Bollards
Flexible bollards are highly visible, flexible solutions for traffic control and pedestrian safety. These bollards have a bright yellow powder coated finish and stand at heights ranging from 30'' to 52''. The spring-loaded designs allow them to bend under pressure and return to their original position, minimizing damage to both the bollard and the vehicle that made impact.

Flexible Bollards with Sign Posts

Flexible Bollards with Sign Posts
Flexible Bollards are impact-resistant parking spot markers designed to hold traffic or parking signs to help guide traffic safely in parking lots. These heavy-duty bollards are solid and stable to absorb impact, helping to eliminate cost and damage to parking lot surfaces and vehicles. Flexible bollards are available in various ground installations and feature reflective tape for visibility.
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Pour In Place Bollards

Pour In Place Bollards
Heavy duty steel bollards are constructed to be installed underground or into wet cement to allow for extra reinforcement. These steel bollards are finshed with a high visibility yellow powder coat and can be filled with concrete for added durability. Available in multiple heights and diameters, our bollards can be used in multiple industrial work environments.

Floor Stop Bollards

Floor Stop Bollards
Floor Stop Bollards are an effective solution for controlling the flow of machinery and vehicles and preventing access to work areas. These heavy duty floor bollards are made of steel with included removeable caps to be filled with concrete, adding extra durability. Available in heights of 4-4/5'' and lengths ranging from 24'' to 38'', these bollards can fit in mutliple work settings and areas.

Folding Bollards

Folding Bollards
Folding bollard provide versatile solutions for controlling access to areas such as parking spaces or loading docks. These bollards are constructed of durable steel, with bright yellow and silver finishes that enhance their visibility. The 35-1/2'' and 42'' available heights provide a visible deterrent, while the fold-down feature allows for easy access to the area when necessary.

Concrete Bollards

Concrete Bollards
Heavy-duty concrete bollards are ideal for industrial and commercial settings. Made of durable concrete, these are built to withstand harsh outdoor conditions in parking lots, walkways, and other areas. With a variety of heights and diameters available, these concrete bollards are a reliable and sturdy option.

Portable Bollards

Portable Bollards
Portable bollards are temporary solutions for traffic control and safety management. These bollards feature a recycled rubber base that provides stability and secure placement. Available in multiple heights and diameters, these bollards are versatile and can be used for promotional efforts in addition to traffic control and pedestrian safety.

Offset Bollards

Offset Bollards
Offset bollards are highly effective, versatile safety barriers that can be used in indoor or outdoor industrial and commercial environments. Constructed from heavy-duty steel, they are built to withstand heavy impact and harsh outdoor conditions. The curved bollard design allows for greater protection of machinery or valuable assets.
Automatic Retractable Bollards

Automatic Retractable Bollards

Removable Mount Bollards

Removable Mount Bollards
Removable mount bollards are ideal for controlling vehicular and pedestrian traffic, as well as protecting doorways and industrial equipment. The durable steel posts feature bright yellow and silver finishes for enhanced visibility. The base is made from heavy-duty steel and can be securely anchored to the ground.
Decorative Concrete Bollards

Decorative Concrete Bollards

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Bollards & Posts for Traffic Control, Access & Equipment Protection

Bollards and posts are vertical barriers used to define traffic routes, control access, identify boundaries, and, depending on their design, help protect buildings, equipment, doorways, and other property from vehicle contact. They are commonly installed around warehouses, loading areas, parking facilities, storefronts, machinery, pedestrian areas, entrances, and other locations where vehicles and people operate nearby.

Bollards are available in fixed, removable, folding, portable, flexible, rebounding, and retractable designs. Choosing the right type depends on whether the primary need is traffic guidance, access control, visibility, or physical protection, as well as the installation surface and whether access needs to change over time.

What to Consider When Choosing Bollards

The first question should be what the bollard needs to accomplish. A flexible post used to guide parking lot traffic serves a different purpose than a steel bollard installed in front of equipment or a removable bollard controlling access to a vehicle route.

Consider:

  • Purpose: Determine whether the bollard will guide traffic, control access, define a pedestrian area, or help protect equipment and property.
  • Fixed vs. removable installation: Permanent installations provide an ongoing boundary, while removable, folding, and retractable bollards allow access when needed.
  • Mounting method: Surface-mounted bollards attach to an existing compatible surface, while pour-in-place designs are embedded below the surface during installation.
  • Material: Steel, stainless steel, plastic, concrete, and other materials provide different combinations of strength, weight, corrosion resistance, flexibility, and appearance.
  • Visibility: Safety colors, contrasting hazard markings, and reflective features can make bollards easier for drivers and pedestrians to identify.
  • Impact requirements: Not every bollard is designed or rated to stop a moving vehicle. Where vehicle impact protection is required, verify the product's specific performance and rating.
  • Environment: Consider vehicle traffic, weather exposure, pedestrian activity, available space, and the equipment or property surrounding the installation.
  • Access needs: Folding, removable, and retractable designs may be useful where vehicle access needs to be periodically opened and closed.

Types of Bollards & Posts

Different bollard designs solve different access, traffic, and protection needs.

Bollard Type Common Uses What to Consider
Surface-Mount Bollards Equipment, machinery, doorways, facility traffic areas Attach to a compatible existing surface; check anchoring and product specifications
Pour-In-Place Bollards Permanent facility and property protection Installed below the surface for a permanent application
Removable Bollards Access roads, loading areas, restricted vehicle routes Can be removed when temporary access is required
Folding Bollards Parking spaces, loading areas, controlled access points Fold down when the area needs to be opened
Flexible Bollards Parking lots, traffic guidance, lane identification Designed to flex or deflect when contacted, depending on the model
Rebounding Bollards Warehouses, equipment areas, active vehicle zones Designed to absorb or deflect from contact and return toward their original position
Portable Bollards Temporary traffic control, pedestrian areas, changing layouts Can be repositioned without permanent installation
Concrete Bollards Outdoor commercial areas, walkways, property boundaries Heavy construction is suited to permanent outdoor placement
Retractable Bollards Controlled vehicle entrances and access points Retract to permit authorized vehicle access when needed

Surface-Mount vs. Pour-In-Place Bollards

Surface-mount and pour-in-place bollards differ primarily in how they are installed.

Surface-mount bollards are secured to a compatible existing surface using a base plate and appropriate anchors. They can be useful when installing a bollard on an established concrete floor or pavement without embedding the post below the surface.

Pour-in-place bollards extend below the finished surface and are installed into the ground or concrete. They are intended for permanent applications where an embedded installation is appropriate.

The mounting method alone does not determine a bollard's level of impact protection. Always review the individual product's construction, installation requirements, intended use, and performance specifications.

Fixed vs. Removable, Folding & Retractable Bollards

The amount of access required can help determine whether a fixed or movable bollard is appropriate.

Design Access Common Application
Fixed Bollard Remains permanently in position Equipment protection, permanent boundaries, facility traffic areas
Removable Bollard Post can be removed from its mounting point Restricted routes that occasionally require vehicle access
Folding Bollard Post folds down while remaining attached Parking spaces, loading areas, controlled access points
Retractable Bollard Bollard lowers into or toward the mounting area Entrances requiring repeated controlled vehicle access
Portable Bollard Entire unit can be moved Temporary boundaries and changing traffic-control needs

For areas that must remain closed most of the time but occasionally require vehicle or equipment access, removable, folding, or retractable designs can provide more flexibility than a permanently fixed post.

Flexible vs. Rigid Bollards

Flexible and rigid bollards should not be treated as interchangeable.

Flexible bollards are primarily useful for visibility, traffic guidance, and lane or boundary identification. Depending on the design, they can bend or deflect when contacted and return toward their original position.

Rigid bollards are made from materials such as steel or concrete and maintain a fixed physical boundary. Some rigid bollards are designed to help protect equipment or property, but their actual impact performance depends on the specific product, installation, and rating.

If the goal is physical vehicle protection rather than visual guidance, verify that the selected bollard is specifically designed for the required level of protection.

Choosing Bollards by Application

  • Warehouses and distribution centers: Bollards can help protect doorways, racks, machinery, building corners, and equipment located near forklift or vehicle routes.
  • Loading docks and service areas: Fixed or removable bollards can define vehicle boundaries and help protect equipment or structures around active loading areas.
  • Parking lots and garages: Bollards can identify pedestrian areas, guide traffic, restrict vehicle access, or protect selected structures and equipment.
  • Building entrances and storefronts: Bollards can establish a visible separation between vehicle and pedestrian areas. Where vehicle impact protection is required, use products designed and rated for that purpose.
  • Machinery and equipment areas: Steel and other protective bollards can create a physical boundary around equipment exposed to vehicle or material-handling traffic.
  • Restricted vehicle routes: Removable, folding, or retractable bollards can control access while allowing the route to be reopened when necessary.
  • Temporary areas: Portable bollards can define boundaries or guide traffic without permanent mounting.

Bollards vs. Delineator Posts

Bollards and delineator posts can look similar, but they are not necessarily designed to perform the same job.

Delineator posts primarily provide visual guidance and channelization. They help define traffic lanes, routes, restricted areas, and temporary boundaries.

Bollards cover a wider range of functions. Depending on the design, they can provide visual guidance, control access, establish a physical boundary, or help protect equipment and property.

A bollard's appearance alone does not indicate its impact resistance. If vehicle impact protection is required, check the individual product's intended use and performance rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are bollards used for?

Bollards are used to guide traffic, control vehicle access, define boundaries, separate vehicle and pedestrian areas, and, depending on their design, help protect buildings, machinery, doorways, and other property from vehicle contact.

What are the different types of bollards?

Common types include surface-mount, pour-in-place, removable, folding, flexible, rebounding, portable, concrete, and retractable bollards. The right type depends on the required traffic control, access, installation, and protection needs.

What is the difference between surface-mount and pour-in-place bollards?

Surface-mount bollards attach to a compatible existing surface using a base plate and anchors. Pour-in-place bollards extend below the surface and are embedded during installation. The appropriate option depends on the site, installation requirements, and intended use.

What is the difference between fixed and removable bollards?

Fixed bollards remain permanently in position. Removable bollards can be taken out of their mounting point when vehicle or equipment access is required, making them useful for routes that need to be restricted only part of the time.

What are folding bollards used for?

Folding bollards control access while allowing the post to be lowered when a vehicle needs to pass. They can be useful for parking spaces, loading areas, driveways, and other controlled access points.

What are flexible bollards used for?

Flexible bollards are commonly used for traffic guidance, lane identification, parking areas, and visible boundaries. Depending on the design, they can flex or deflect after contact rather than functioning as a rigid barrier.

Can bollards be used to protect equipment?

Yes. Bollards designed for protective applications can help create a physical boundary around machinery, racks, doorways, building corners, and other equipment exposed to vehicle traffic. Select the product and installation method based on the required level of protection.

Are all bollards designed to stop vehicles?

No. Bollards vary widely in purpose and performance. Some primarily provide traffic guidance or access control, while others are designed for physical protection. If vehicle impact protection is required, select a bollard specifically designed and rated for that purpose.

What is the difference between a bollard and a delineator post?

A delineator post primarily provides visual traffic guidance and channelization. Bollards may provide traffic guidance, access control, a physical boundary, or equipment and property protection depending on their design and installation.

How do I choose the right bollard?

Start with the intended purpose: traffic guidance, access control, boundary definition, or physical protection. Then consider mounting method, material, visibility, impact requirements, environment, available space, and whether the bollard needs to be fixed, removable, folding, or retractable.