Approximately 1.3 million people die of road crashes worldwide every year, according to WHO. Irrespective of the cause being negligence by the driver or
These numbers are enough to make anyone understand the need for preventive tools that can help prevent these kinds of car crashes.
Among the many tools available – energy absorbing bollards have proved to be one of the most successful in keeping pedestrians, vehicles and drivers safe from car crashes.
Keep reading to understand what are energy absorbing bollards? How do they work? What is the ideal place to install them? And what are the benefits to install them?
What are energy absorbing bollards?
Every bollard or pillar, in a sense, absorbs energy and stops the car. However, EABs are spherical shaped bollards specially designed to absorb the kinetic energy from the vehicle during the crash in a way that protects the pedestrians and the passengers inside. They contain polyurethane foam and are generally given a steel finish.
How do energy absorbing bollards work?
The polyurethane foam in the bollards absorbs and distributes the energy released during an impact. The EAB meets the approaching vehicle at an angle during the crash so that the car rises off the ground. They deflect the kinetic energy generated by the moving vehicle.
They are non-gated bollards that decelerate the vehicle and bring it to a steady and controlled stop in the event of the collision.
Why should one use EAB? What are the benefits to install them?
(1) Energy absorbing bollards are successfully and the only crash-tested bollards in Australia.
(2) They are designed to save lives, and that is proved by the rigorous testing during the development stage.
(3) They can successfully stop a vehicle of up to 1600 Kgs ( 300Kg more than the average car) that is moving at the speed of 60KM/Hr.
(4) They are designed in a way that reduces the chances of injuries and fatalities and ensures the safety of both – the pedestrians outside and the passengers inside the moving vehicle.
(5) They also ensure that there is no damage done to the surrounding property.
Where should one install energy absorbing bollards?
Energy absorbing bollards can be installed anywhere outside where there is an interjection of moving vehicles and pedestrians. Some places where these bollards have been proven successful are:
1) Mall entrance and mall parking.
2) Outdoor dining areas in restaurants and cafes.
3) Pedestrian walkways and crossings.
4) Bus shelters.
5) Stadiums.
6) Schools, colleges, day centres and play parks.
7) Outside retail shops and big-box stores.
8) It can also be installed near important structures like telecommunication tower etc., for asset protection.
Conclusion:
Energy absorbing bollards are proven to keep pedestrians as well as passengers safe during any kind of car accident. They save lives and also protects your assets and property from any kind of damage.
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