Motorcycle Friendly Guardrail: A Safety Revolution
Road safety in the UAE and GCC demands solutions that protect both motorists and infrastructure. Dutco Tennant LLC supplies motorcycle friendly guardrails and crash cushion systems designed for high-performance safety outcomes.
Our Crush Cushion Barrier combines flexible steel guardrails with rolling barrier technology, delivering controlled impact responses for vehicles weighing between 900 kg and 1500 kg, making it ideal for sedans and light commercial vehicles.
This advanced system is engineered for dual-directional protection, enhancing visibility and reducing crash severity, while integrating seamlessly with existing road infrastructure and construction site safety equipment.
Engineering & Safety Design
The Crush Cushion Barrier is designed with precision to maximize safety and performance in real-world conditions:
- Controlled Energy Absorption: Redirects kinetic force to mitigate damage and reduce injury risk.
- Dual-Directional Protection: Effective for median installations and multidirectional traffic flows.
- High Visibility Components: Bright orange plastic traffic barriers and reflective panels ensure detection in low-light or dust-prone areas.
- Flexible Steel Integration: Works with existing road barriers for controlled rotation during collisions.
Performance Highlights
This system has been rigorously tested to validate its efficiency and reliability:
- Shindo Rolling Barrier SB5 Sedan Test: Demonstrates impact control for standard sedans.
- Rolling Barrier SB4 Validation: Confirms performance for light commercial vehicles.
- Crash Cushion Attenuator Functionality: Reduces crash severity while protecting infrastructure.
- Highway Safety End Terminal Compatibility: Smooth integration with guardrail end treatments.
- Construction Site Readiness: Effective for temporary lane protection and work zone safety.
Types
Crash Cushion System
Designed to absorb impact forces on highways and urban roads.
- Suitable for light vehicles and sedans in high-speed scenarios.
- Minimizes damage to both vehicle and guardrail infrastructure.
- Tested under Shindo Rolling Barrier SB5 Sedan and Rolling Barrier SB4 standards.
Plastic Traffic Barriers
Bright, durable barriers for enhanced visibility in all conditions.
- Integrates with guardrails and rolling barrier systems.
- Reflective panels enhance safety in low-light and dust-prone areas.
- Ideal for construction sites, intersections, and temporary lane closures.
Rolling Barrier System
Advanced system that redirects kinetic energy during collisions.
- Allows controlled rotation to reduce impact severity.
- Works in dual-directional installations for median and bidirectional flow protection.
- Compatible with highway safety end terminals and guardrail end treatments.
Flexible Steel Guardrails
Reinforced barriers that complement crash cushions.
- Provides strength and controlled deflection during impact.
- Integrates seamlessly with plastic safety barriers for hybrid safety solutions.
- Ideal for highways, urban roads, and work zones.
Guardrail End Treatment
Smooth transition between standard road safety sections and barrier ends.
- Reduces crash severity at terminal points of guardrails.
- Compatible with crash cushion attenuators and rolling barrier systems.
- Enhances overall highway safety for all vehicle types.
Standout Features & Benefits
Enhanced Road Safety
- Absorbs and redirects impact energy, protecting drivers, motorcycles, and pedestrians.
- Dual-directional design ensures protection from multiple approaches.
- Integrates with highway safety end terminals and guardrail end treatments.
Visibility and Detection
- Bright orange barriers with reflective panels improve night-time and low-visibility detection.
- Supports construction site safety and temporary lane management.
- Enhances driver awareness and accident prevention.
Tested and Reliable
- Validated in Shindo Rolling Barrier SB5 Sedan Test and Rolling Barrier SB4.
- Meets MASH TL3 crash cushion standards for GCC road conditions.
- Robust construction ensures long-term performance under extreme heat and dust.
Application Area
Highways and Expressways
- Reduces fatalities and injuries on fast-moving routes, ramps, and bridges.
- Works alongside flexible steel guardrails for controlled collision response.
- Supports dual-directional protection for median installations.
Urban Roads and Intersections
- Provides reliable protection in dense city environments with limited space.
- Integrates with traffic flow management and barrier on the road setups.
- Enhances visibility and safety in multi-directional traffic zones.
Construction Sites and Work Zones
- Functions as plastic safety barriers for temporary lane protection.
- Complements construction site safety equipment to secure perimeters.
- Offers smooth transitions and reduces crash severity at end treatments.
Highway Safety End Terminals
- Guards against severe impacts at guardrail terminals.
- Works with crash cushion attenuators for optimal energy absorption.
- Enhances safety in high-speed and high-traffic areas.
FAQ
What makes the Crush Cushion Barrier motorcycle friendly?
The design minimizes hazards for two-wheeled vehicles by allowing controlled rotation during collisions, reducing injury risk while maintaining overall crash performance for sedans and light commercial vehicles.
How does dual-directional protection work?
The barrier protects vehicles approaching from either side, making it ideal for medians, bidirectional traffic flows, and high-risk intersections where crashes may occur from multiple directions.
Are the plastic traffic barriers durable in harsh climates?
Yes, the barriers are made of MASH TL3-compliant road safety attenuator plastic, withstanding high temperatures, dust, and extreme conditions common across GCC highways.
Can the system be installed on urban roads with limited space?
Absolutely, the crush cushion system and guardrail end treatments integrate into existing urban infrastructure without extensive modifications, providing reliable protection in confined areas.
Is the Crush Cushion Barrier tested for safety compliance?
Yes, it has passed Shindo Rolling Barrier SB5 Sedan Test and Rolling Barrier SB4 protocols, ensuring adherence to international crash safety standards.
How does the rolling barrier system reduce crash severity?
It redirects collision energy through controlled rotation, preventing rigid impacts and minimizing vehicle and infrastructure damage during accidents.
Can this barrier be used at construction sites?
Yes, it integrates with construction site safety equipment, providing temporary lane protection and perimeter safety for workers and vehicles.
What vehicles are compatible with this crash cushion system?
The system is suitable for vehicles weighing between 900 kg and 1500 kg, covering most sedans and light commercial vehicles commonly used in the GCC.
