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How the Fortis Steel Barrier Works
The Fortis 1.5m Crash Barrier is a self-weighted steel unit, so there is nothing to fill, drain or dispose of. That suits schemes where filling barriers on site is not practical. Its curved profile is designed to redirect a vehicle back towards the carriageway on contact, and each unit carries a 1200 x 240mm reflective panel. At 58kg per unit, a two-person team can deploy it without lifting machinery.
The product page states the barrier has been independently wind tested by MIRA to Category A. It does not state a crash test level for this barrier, so if your scheme specifies one, speak to our team before ordering.
Choose Your Run Height
| Configuration | Total height | Panel | Calculated wind speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrier only | 443mm | None | 76.8mph |
| With Mini Mesh Panel | 1007mm | 1451mm long x 564mm high, 5.2kg | 64.2mph |
| With Full Height Panel | 2003mm | 2954mm wide x 1560mm high, spans two barriers | 43.2mph |
Taller panels catch more wind, so the calculated wind speed falls as the run gets higher. Check exposed sites with our team before choosing the Full Height Panel.
Gates Within the Run
| Gate | Space in run | Gate length | Total height | Supplied with |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortis 1m Pedestrian Gate | 1169mm | 980mm | 2068mm | 1 flag, 6 clips |
| Fortis 4m Vehicle Gate | 4231mm | 4038mm | 2019mm | 1 flag, 6 clips |
Both gates fit within the barrier line rather than interrupting it, so the barriers either side stay in line. Barriers are sold separately. All panels and gates are listed together in Steel Barriers Accessories.
Planning a Run
- Length: each barrier has a 1500mm working length (1584mm overall), so plan runs in 1.5m steps.
- Panels: one Full Height Panel covers two barriers; the Mini Mesh Panel is 1451mm long against the barrier's 1500mm working length.
- Finishes: barriers are powder coated red or white; panels and gates come galvanised, red or white.
- In the box: each barrier comes with one pin. Corner pieces and end pieces are available separately, and our team can confirm quantities for your layout.
We powder coat traffic management equipment in a RAL colour of your choice. If your scheme suits plastic barriers you fill on site, compare our Chapter 8 and water-filled barriers.
Delivery, Hire and Accounts
Stocked items ordered online before 2pm are dispatched within 1 to 2 working days, and made-to-order items take 1 to 3 working days. Delivery is free on orders over £1,500 exc. VAT in England and Wales, and we run five UK depots in Livingston, Wigan, Wolverhampton, Brentwood and Rochester. Hire is available on a mid to long-term basis by quote, and trade customers can apply for a 30-day credit account. We turn quotes round within 24 hours: call 0330 056 4420 or email sales@securasite.co.uk, Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:30pm.
