Double Bumper Safety Barrier - PAS 13 Tested Polymer Safety Barrier

The Double Bumper Safety Barrier is a PAS 13 tested polymer safety barrier engineered to provide heavy-duty, low-level impact protection against larger material handling equipment in warehouse, logistics and industrial distribution environments.

Manufactured from high density polyethylene, HDPE, the dual rail configuration increases impact absorption capacity while maintaining controlled flexibility. The system is designed to deflect under impact and reform to shape, reducing structural damage to floors, anchor points, vehicles and infrastructure when compared to rigid steel barrier systems.

The barrier is intended for vehicle segregation and pedestrian protection within high-traffic operational environments where larger forklifts, counterbalance trucks, reach trucks and heavy pallet handling equipment operate.

Impact Performance and Testing

The Double Bumper Safety Barrier has been independently tested and certified by TÜV Nord in accordance with PAS 13.

Testing results demonstrated:

• 14.2 kJ impact absorption at 90°
• 214 mm measured deflection
• Equivalent to a 3,500 kg forklift travelling at 6.4 mph
• All testing conducted on a concrete substrate

Derived impact absorption of 28.4 kJ at 45°, extrapolated from verified PAS 13 test data based on the measured 90° impact performance.

These results confirm suitability for environments exposed to higher energy vehicle impacts and repeated material handling equipment (MHE) contact.

Material and Construction

• Manufactured from high density polyethylene, HDPE
• Flexible dual bumper configuration
• Low maintenance surface finish
• Non-toxic and fade resistant polymer
• Fully recyclable material

The HDPE formulation provides durability, resilience and high visibility while maintaining long-term performance in demanding operational environments.

The barrier is suitable for use in ambient, chilled and freezer environments, supporting deployment in food distribution, cold storage and temperature-controlled facilities.

PAS 13 Compliance

The Double Bumper Safety Barrier has been tested in accordance with PAS 13 and independently verified by TÜV Nord. Its impact performance supports structured warehouse traffic management strategies and risk-based barrier selection.

The system is suitable for use within documented vehicle and pedestrian segregation schemes where controlled impact resistance is required.

Barrier Configuration and Dimensions

• Double bumper rail configuration for increased protection
• Available in single or double rail options
• Standard height: 670 mm
• Footplate width: 300 mm
• Minimum barrier length: 1400 mm
• Centre post incorporated for runs of 3 metres or greater
• Supplied with fixings for installation
• Surface mounted using Hilti HSA4 floor anchors

The dual rail configuration increases resilience in areas exposed to heavier MHE and higher risk vehicle movement, particularly at turning points and high-traffic corridors.

Visibility and Finish

Finished in Safety Yellow and Grey as standard, the Double Bumper Safety Barrier provides high-visibility demarcation of pedestrian walkways and vehicle operating zones within warehouse and industrial environments.

Bespoke colour options are available on request, subject to minimum order quantities.

The contrasting colour configuration supports structured segregation layouts and improves barrier recognition for forklift and MHE operators.

Functional Benefits

• Heavy-duty low-level impact protection
• Designed for larger MHE environments
• Dual rail configuration increases impact resilience
• Controlled deflection reduces floor and anchor damage
• Independently PAS 13 tested and verified by TÜV Nord
• Reduces long-term maintenance costs compared to rigid steel barriers
• Suitable for ambient, chilled and freezer environments
• Low maintenance polymer construction
• Fully recyclable and non-toxic material

Typical Applications

Commonly specified for:

• Warehouse pedestrian walkways
• Segregation of forklift operating zones
• Protection of racking aisles
• Loading bay traffic routes
• Distribution centre marshalling areas
• Cross-docking zones
• Food production and cold storage facilities
• Industrial processing environments
• Temperature-controlled logistics facilities

The Double Bumper Safety Barrier is particularly suited to high-risk zones where larger forklifts and heavy MHE operate at controlled speeds within defined traffic management plans.

Operational Integration

Within PAS 13 aligned traffic management systems, the barrier supports:

• Structured segregation of pedestrians and vehicles
• Clearly defined operational zones
• Impact-resistant perimeter protection
• Risk-based barrier specification
• High visibility demarcation in busy environments

The flexible HDPE construction provides controlled energy absorption while maintaining structural integrity and operational continuity following low-level impacts.

Summary

The Double Bumper Safety Barrier provides heavy-duty polymer impact protection for warehouse and industrial environments requiring enhanced segregation and resilience against larger MHE. Its PAS 13 tested performance, dual rail configuration and controlled deflection characteristics deliver a balance of strength, flexibility and long-term durability.