Why you should invest in stainless steel bollards

August 11, 2022

We specialise in the supply, service, and installation of stainless steel bollards. Bollards are one of our core product offerings, and they come in a variety of variations to suit various functional and decorative applications. 

What is stainless steel?

Stainless steel is a steel alloy that contains chromium and other elements (e.g., manganese, molybdenum, nickel, niobium, and titanium). The addition of chromium improves the material’s corrosion resistance, while the addition of the other elements improves its mechanical properties. As a result, the metal is strong, durable, and attractive, with the following properties:

  • Corrosion resistance
  • Impact resistance
  • High/low-temperature resistance
  • Fire resistance
  • Weather resistance (rain and salt)
  • High workability
  • Easy cleanability
  • 100% recyclability

These properties can differ depending on the exact composition. A higher chromium content, for example, results in better corrosion resistance, whereas a higher nickel content results in greater flexibility. Regardless of these minor differences, stainless steel’s general properties make it well-suited for use in manufacturing various outdoor parts and products, including bollards.

We offer high-quality stainless steel bollards

Stainless steel bollards are structural elements that can be both functional and decorative. They can, for example, direct and guide traffic, protect pedestrians and buildings from oncoming vehicles, and improve the overall landscape design. They are available in a variety of designs and materials to suit various environments and applications.

Shelter Store offer steel and stainless steel bollards

Fixed embedded bollards are concrete-encased bollards. They have a simple, versatile, and visible design that allows them to install in any modern building or landscape.

Surface installation

Bolt-down bollards, also known as surface mount bollards, are designed to be bolted to the ground. They have a robust design that is ideal for preventing accidental collision damage to pedestrians, buildings, and equipment.

Retractable

When necessary, retractable bollards will retract into the ground and lock in the extended position. They are ideal for applications requiring intermittent access control because they raise to prevent unauthorised vehicles from entering an area and lower to allow authorised cars to enter. 

Removable

Removable bollards intend to remove as needed. They are ideal for applications requiring a clear and visible barrier to prevent vehicles from entering a high-foot-traffic or restricted area temporarily.

These bollards are typically made of 316 stainless steel with a satin finish to ensure high corrosion and weather resistance. 

Bollards are necessary for many industrial and commercial facilities. They keep personnel and pedestrians safe and buildings and equipment safe by preventing vehicles from entering restricted areas.

Individual Requirements

When speaking with one of our experts, you can request that your bollard be customised. We can customise it to your specifications, including heights, colours, finishes, and diameters. Please contact us to discuss your specific requirements.

Our stainless steel bollards are useful in emergency and temporary access situations in the United Kingdom. Our bollards are also well-known for providing the best solutions for vehicle-free zones. Whatever bollard type you choose(which we can tailor to your specific requirements), they are excellent solutions for any modern business.

We construct a broad range of steel structures, so if you’re looking for stainless steel protection, give us a call on 0800 612 7503 and speak to one of our experts today. 


Shelter Store Team

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