ASTM Bollard Standards: A Quick Guide
This quick guide helps you understand ASTM bollard standards, compare legacy K-ratings, and select the right rating for your facility’s security needs. ASTM ratings are
October 28, 2025
This quick guide helps you understand ASTM bollard standards, compare legacy K-ratings, and select the right rating for your facility’s security needs. ASTM ratings are
The National Electrical Code requires physical protection for electrical equipment subject to vehicular damage under Articles 110.26 and 110.27. Bollards provide compliant protection when properly
Bollard spacing ranges from 3 to 8 feet on center, depending on security objectives, with closer spacing providing better vehicle exclusion at a higher cost.
ASTM ratings define crash-tested performance standards for all vehicle security barriers used to protect critical infrastructure. Department of Defense (DoD) facilities, military installations, and commercial
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes Facility perimeters that face high-speed vehicle threats require barriers with verified stopping power. Barrier1 Systems’ M50 portfolio delivers proven ASTM
K4 bollards stop 15,000-pound vehicles at 30 mph with a penetration limit of 3.3 feet, certified under ASTM F2656 M30 P1 standards. These medium-security barriers
Crash-rated bollards must meet specific ASTM testing standards to provide verified vehicle impact protection. Understanding these specifications is critical for selecting appropriate barriers that match
ASTM vehicle barrier standards define the certification requirements and testing protocols essential for federal facility compliance and Department of Defense (DoD) installation approval. Proper specification
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