Pedestrian Safety Barrier (SEG/SEG+) - Safety Barrier for Pedestrian Walkways

Pedestrian Safety Barrier (SEG / SEG+)

Modular Safety Barrier for Pedestrian Walkways and Traffic Segregation

The Pedestrian Safety Barrier (SEG / SEG+) is a modular safety barrier system designed to segregate pedestrian walkways from forklift and material handling equipment (MHE) traffic within warehouses, logistics centres and industrial facilities. In busy operational environments where forklifts and pallet trucks operate near pedestrian routes, clear physical segregation is essential for maintaining safe working conditions.

The SEG and SEG+ barrier systems provide a durable and highly visible solution for defining pedestrian routes while controlling operational movement within industrial facilities. The system combines polyethylene handrails and posts with galvanised steel boot bases, creating a robust barrier designed to withstand demanding warehouse environments.

The modular design allows the barrier to be configured to suit different operational layouts, providing flexible installation across a wide range of industrial applications.

Designed for Warehouse and Industrial Environments

In warehouses and logistics centres, pedestrian movement often occurs alongside forklift and pallet handling operations. Without clear segregation, these shared spaces can increase the risk of vehicle and pedestrian interaction.

The SEG / SEG+ Pedestrian Safety Barrier provides a clear physical boundary between pedestrian walkways and vehicle operating areas. The system helps guide personnel movement while preventing forklifts and other equipment from entering designated pedestrian zones.

Typical environments include:

• Warehouses and distribution centres
• Manufacturing and production facilities
• Logistics and fulfilment hubs
• Industrial service areas
• Assembly and packing areas
• Internal warehouse walkways

Installing pedestrian segregation barriers helps organisations create structured traffic management systems while improving workplace safety.

SEG and SEG+ Barrier Configurations

The SEG pedestrian barrier system provides a handrail-style pedestrian segregation barrier, designed to guide pedestrian movement through industrial environments.

The SEG+ system builds upon this design by incorporating additional low-level protection, typically using an Armco barrier rail to protect against forklift contact. This additional barrier increases resistance to vehicle impact in areas where pallet handling equipment operates close to pedestrian routes.

This configuration is particularly beneficial in areas where:

• Forklifts operate close to pedestrian walkways
• Pallet stacking occurs near segregation routes
• Vehicle turning areas intersect with pedestrian routes
• Additional protection is required at floor level

The combination of polymer handrails and low-level vehicle protection allows the SEG+ system to provide enhanced segregation within high traffic industrial environments.

Modular Barrier Design

The SEG / SEG+ barrier system uses a modular construction, allowing it to be configured to suit different facility layouts. Barrier rails can be adjusted to the required length and cut on site using standard chop-saw equipment.

This modular flexibility allows the barrier system to adapt to:

• Straight walkway routes
• Corner configurations
• Access points and entry routes
• Equipment protection zones
• Restricted operational areas

The modular design simplifies installation and allows facilities to extend or modify pedestrian segregation layouts as operational requirements change.

Infrastructure and Equipment Protection

In addition to pedestrian segregation, the SEG / SEG+ system can be used to protect sensitive infrastructure within industrial environments.

The barrier system is particularly suited to protecting areas containing electrical or IT infrastructure where vehicle access must be restricted.

Typical protected equipment includes:

• Low voltage (LV) electrical cabinets
• Intermediate distribution frame (IDF) cabinets
• Server and communications cabinets
• Control panels and electrical installations
• Industrial automation systems

By creating a defined protective perimeter around these assets, the barrier helps prevent accidental contact from forklifts and other material handling equipment.

Durable Construction for Industrial Use

The SEG / SEG+ barrier system combines polyethylene components with galvanised steel structural elements, providing durability for demanding industrial environments.

The barrier rails and posts are manufactured from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), a material widely used in industrial safety equipment due to its durability and resistance to environmental exposure.

The base structure uses galvanised steel boot bases and baseplates, providing a secure mounting system that maintains stability within busy operational areas.

All steel components are hot-dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461, ensuring long-term corrosion protection.

High Visibility Safety Design

The barrier system is manufactured in high visibility colours, typically black posts combined with yellow rail sets. This colour configuration ensures pedestrian routes remain clearly visible within busy operational environments.

The contrasting colour scheme improves awareness for forklift operators while clearly defining pedestrian walkways.

High visibility barriers are particularly beneficial in environments where:

• Vehicle traffic operates close to pedestrian areas
• Lighting conditions vary across operational spaces
• Clear traffic management systems are required

Quick and Flexible Installation

The SEG / SEG+ barrier system is designed for straightforward installation within operational facilities.

Barrier rails can be cut to length on site, allowing installers to adapt the system to the specific layout of the facility. Upright posts are secured using RAWL Safety Plus floor anchors, providing secure installation to concrete floors.

Installation advantages include:

• Modular barrier configuration
• Adjustable rail lengths
• Secure floor fixing system
• Adaptable layout design

This flexibility allows facilities to create customised pedestrian segregation routes that align with operational traffic flow.

Technical Specification

Material

• Polyethylene (HDPE) rails and posts / galvanised steel boot bases

Manufacturing

• Manufactured in the UK

Barrier Height

• 1100 mm

Post Centres Height

• 1160 mm

Distance Between Post Centres

• 1600 mm

Steel Boot Base Construction

• 100 mm x 100 mm square hollow section (SHS)

Baseplates

• 180 mm x 180 mm x 10 mm thick

Fixings

• 4 no. RAWL M10 x 105 Safety Plus anchors per upright post

Steelwork Finish

• Hot-dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461

Colour Options

• Black posts with yellow rail sets
• Alternative yellow / black options available

Operational Benefits

Installing SEG / SEG+ pedestrian safety barriers provides several benefits for industrial facilities.

Pedestrian segregation

Creates defined walkways that separate personnel from forklift traffic.

Improved traffic management

Supports structured warehouse traffic management systems.

Infrastructure protection

Protects electrical cabinets and sensitive equipment.

Modular flexibility

Allows barrier layouts to be adapted to changing operational requirements.

High visibility design

Improves awareness of pedestrian routes within busy facilities.

Durable industrial construction

Combines polymer and galvanised steel components for long-term reliability.

Typical Applications

SEG / SEG+ barriers are commonly installed in locations where pedestrian and vehicle routes operate close together.

Typical installations include:

• Warehouse pedestrian walkways
• Forklift traffic segregation routes
• Manufacturing facility access paths
• Distribution centre operational zones
• Electrical cabinet protection zones
• Server and IT infrastructure protection
• Packing and assembly work areas

In these environments the barrier helps create safe operational zones while protecting critical infrastructure.

Summary

The Pedestrian Safety Barrier (SEG / SEG+) provides a modular and highly visible solution for separating pedestrians from forklift and MHE traffic in warehouses and industrial environments. Combining durable polyethylene barrier rails with galvanised steel boot bases, the system creates clearly defined walkways while protecting sensitive infrastructure and equipment. The SEG+ variant adds low-level vehicle protection, making it particularly suitable for areas where pallet handling equipment operates close to pedestrian routes. With modular installation and flexible configuration, the SEG / SEG+ barrier system offers an effective solution for improving safety and traffic management within modern industrial facilities.