Water Filled Barriers provide a temporary, relocatable perimeter or traffic separation barrier that's filled with water on site for ballast, then emptied for transport and storage. This collection includes standard water filled barriers, the crash-rated Shield 1 system with its end treatments and fence top panels, the ArmorZone MASH-rated barrier and fence top panel, and the FORTEX and KI 1000 barrier options.
These barriers suit traffic management, roadwork and event sites where a physical, weighted separation is needed but permanent concrete barrier isn't practical or cost-effective.
What's included:
- Standard water filled barriers: FORTEX and other water filled barrier units for general traffic and pedestrian separation.
- Crash-rated barrier systems: Shield 1 crash rated water filled barrier, including its end treatment, plus the ArmorZone MASH water filled barrier.
- Fence top panels: Shield 1 Barrier Fence Top Panel and Armorzone Fence Top Panel (TL-2 rated) for adding a debris/sight screen above the barrier line.
- Higher-capacity units: KI 1000 water filled barrier for larger-scale separation requirements.
Use cases:
- Traffic management contractors: separating live traffic lanes from roadwork zones on a temporary basis.
- Construction and civil sites: creating a perimeter around excavations or site boundaries adjoining public areas.
- Event organisers: establishing crowd or vehicle separation lines for temporary events.
FAQs
What does a crash or MASH rating on a water filled barrier mean?
A crash or MASH (Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware) rating indicates the barrier system has been tested to a defined impact performance level, such as TL-2, which relates to the vehicle speed and mass it is designed to redirect. Check the rating against your traffic management plan's requirements.
Do water filled barriers need to be filled on site?
Yes, these barriers are transported empty and filled with water once positioned, which keeps transport weight down while still providing the mass needed for separation once in place.
What is a fence top panel used for?
A fence top panel fits above the barrier units to add height, creating a visual screen or additional containment above the water-filled base section.
Are these barriers suitable for permanent traffic separation?
Water filled barriers are generally used as a temporary or relocatable traffic control device rather than a permanent installation; for permanent separation, a fixed concrete or steel barrier system is typically specified instead.
