Portable Vehicle Barrier
In recent years, several devastating vehicle attacks on pedestrians have been carried out in large cities, where sidewalks overflow with people. Owners and facilities managers at high-traffic areas like universities, arenas, festivals, and energy plants need to stay up-to-date on the latest security solutions. And vehicle barrier systems have emerged as a primary safety solution at entry points, roadways, and perimeters. The challenge with traditional vehicle barriers is that no one wants permanent concrete barriers running parallel to streets and surrounding every building. As Amanda M. Burden, chairwoman of the City Planning Commission told the New York Times, "The problem is finding solutions that blend protection and a little street aesthetic." Aside from the fortress-like imagery, concrete barriers limit the flow of pedestrians and have prohibitive installation costs. They can also create shrapnel-like debris from the impact that can injure pedestrians. ...