SAFETY BOLLARDS

ASTM F3016 / F2656 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 (TIB‑67‑SA)

ATTRIBUTES AND SPECS

ASTM Rating: F2656‑SC40/F3016-S30 engineered
Impact: 2,430 lb passenger car at 42.6 mph, < 24 in penetration
Above Grade Height: 36 in
Foundation Depth: 30 in
Unit Weight: 160 lb (with pre‑cut rebar)
Cover Options: Stainless • Thermoplastic • Concrete planter • Fiberglass planter
Ideal Sites: Downtown storefronts • Outdoor dining • Streetscapes • Public plazas
Foundation Mix: 4,000 psi concrete

TOMCAT S10 STOREFRONT SAFETY BOLLARD (SFB‑S10)

ATTRIBUTES AND SPECS

ASTM Rating: F3016‑S10‑P1 certified
Certified Impact: 5,000 lb surrogate vehicle at 10 mph, ≤ 1 m penetration
Above Grade Height: 42 in
Foundation Depth: 43 in (installed through a 12‑in core drill)
Unit Weight: 215 lb
Cover Options: Stainless • Thermoplastic • Concrete planter • Fiberglass planter
Ideal Sites: C‑stores • Banks • Pharmacy drive‑ups • Pedestrian sidewalks
Foundation Mix: 3,000 psi concrete

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.

Why Barrier1

Trusted worldwide for protecting people, property, and critical infrastructure.

Barrier1’s history of innovation includes more than a dozen patented technologies.

GSA Contract Holder for hassle‑free government purchasing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are safety bollards different from your high‑security line?

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.

Will core drilling crack my sidewalk?

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

Can I add planters later?

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.