SAFETY BOLLARDS

ASTM F3016 Engineered • Same‑Day Install • American‑Made

Low‑speed vehicle strikes account for thousands of storefront crashes and an estimated 2,600 deaths every year. Barrier1’s Tomcat safety‑bollard family is purpose‑built to stop those impacts in their tracks, protecting glass lines, merchandise, and the people who walk by them every day. Both models ship as single, prefabricated units that retrofit existing sidewalks without rebar cages, field welding, or week‑long lane closures.

TOMCAT Traffic Impact Bollard

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Engineered and independently crash tested to stop a 2,430lb vehicle traveling at 40mph.
  • Ideal for downtown public areas, retail storefronts, and restaurants.
  • Does not require foundational rebar and is designed for easy retrofitting with same day excavation and installation.
  • Designed and manufactured in the USA.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Engineered and independently crash tested to stop a 2,430lb vehicle traveling at 40mph.
  • Ideal for downtown public areas, retail storefronts, and restaurants.
  • Does not require foundational rebar and is designed for easy retrofitting with same day excavation and installation.
  • Designed and manufactured in the USA.

Tomcat S10 Storefront Safety Bollard

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • ASTM Crash Rating: S10–P1 per the ASTM F3016-19 standard
  • Ideal for convenience stores, banks, retail locations, and sidewalks where pedestrian safety is a concern.
  • Innovative core drill installation.
  • Easily retrofit existing store and public areas.
  • Variety of aesthetically pleasing covers available.
  • Removable Bollard available as an option.
  • 12” core-drill installation.
  • No rebar in bollard or foundation.
  • Same day excavation and installation.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • ASTM Crash Rating: S10–P1 per the ASTM F3016-19 standard
  • Ideal for convenience stores, banks, retail locations, and sidewalks where pedestrian safety is a concern.
  • Innovative core drill installation.
  • Easily retrofit existing store and public areas.
  • Variety of aesthetically pleasing covers available.
  • Removable Bollard available as an option.
  • 12” core-drill installation.
  • No rebar in bollard or foundation.
  • Same day excavation and installation.

Fast Protection Without the Wait

Same‑Day Retrofit

Both models install in a single shift: Traffic Impact drops into a 30‑in trench with pre‑cut rebar; the S10 uses a 12‑in core drill and needs no rebar cage. Sites typically reopen before the next morning’s deliveries.

 

Slip‑On Bollard Covers 

Choose stainless covers for banks, concrete planters for café patios, or lighted thermoplastic covers for nightlife districts. Bollard covers secure with hidden set‑screws, so swapping finishes is a five‑minute job.

Welder welding a bollard in the shop

Best Practices for Maximum Protection

  • Keep Spacing Tight—≤ 5 ft center‑to‑center prevents small‑car nose wedges.

  • Mind Curb Distance—Set posts 24 in behind the curb face to avoid accidental bumps.

  • Light Where Needed—Lighted bollard covers boost visibility at night without extra poles.

  • Plan Seasonal Access—Specify removable Tomcat bollards for farmers’ markets or loading days.

Key Things to Know

  • ASTM Codes Made Easy – S-ratings (S10, S20, S30) refer to tests using a 5,000 lb vehicle at 10, 20, and 30 mph. SC40 testing uses a 2,430 lb vehicle at 40+ mph to simulate higher-speed storefront impacts.

  • No Field Welding –  Both models arrive fully welded; crews need only a mini‑excavator and concrete mixer.

  • Made in the USA –  All Tomcat bollards are fabricated and QC‑checked in Summerfield, NC.

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GSA CONTRACT HOLDER

Barrier1 is a certified General Services Administration (GSA) contract holder, enabling us to work with any government agency.

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ASTM CERTIFIED

Our products and designs adhere to procedures and standards approved by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).

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PROUDLY AMERICAN MADE

Manufactured in Summerfield, NC, our full line of bollards, barriers, and arms reflects our dedication to quality and American craftsmanship.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tomcat models address impacts up to 42.6 mph (Traffic Impact) and 10 mph (S10) where pedestrian density is high. High‑security bollards like Hornet or Tomahawk handle 30–50 mph threats at perimeter roads and loading docks.

No. The S10’s 12‑in core drill is isolated from slab edges, and grout fills any annular gap.

Yes—planter covers slide over any Tomcat bollard without modifying the footing.

Ready to Shield Your Storefront?

Reach out for specifications, drawings, or a custom quote. Call (336) 617‑8478 or email info@barrier1.com today.