Heald are to introduce new concept in perimeter security at Counter Terror Expo 2012, where they will be exhibiting at stand H71. They write:
Always at the forefront of perimeter security design, Heald will announce the launch of their new surface mount bollard system ‘The Matador’. Another revolutionary product from Heald, the Matador is a completely new design. It is a surface mounted, automated bollard system.
The HT1 – Matador comprises two fixed bollards mounted on a plate with a third automatic sliding bollard central to the fixed bollards. On command, this bollard simply slides to the side to allow passage of a vehicle, and slides back to protect the location.
Matador 4 also available comprises two fixed bollards and two centrally located movable automatic bollards.
A site can be secured within two hours (to a concrete base or concrete roadway), perfect for temporary or emergancy security requirements. Features of this innovative security product:
* This is a revolutionary product – the world’s first and only true surface mounted Automated Bollard (Patent application number GB1119393.5).
* Special design to prevent ingress of dirt or debris.
* Fully health and safety compliant – no pinch points or trap hazards, no voids as complete moving mechanism is fully contained within the base plate.
* The bollard simply slides into position to protect the location and slides diagonally on command to allow vehicle entry and exit.
* The Matador is surface mounted and can be bolted to a concrete road or base with 18 No. M20 safety plus bolts by Heald.
* Successfully crash tested and has received the performance classification V/7500[N2]/48/90:0.0/0.0
* Operating speed – approx six seconds.
* Would be suitable for any site, also sites requiring temporary security measures or surface mount solutions.
* Like all our systems, the Matador can be supplied with various access control systems or integrated with existing security systems.
* This new product complements our shallow mount solutions – the Raptor roadblocker and Viper roadblocker.
* Heald are constantly working towards developing new and innovative products, providing our customers with exact solutions to meet their needs.
Opening aperture for the Matador 3 is 2620mm and for the Matador 4 is 4040mm
Matador 3 will secure opening of 5460mm and the Matador 4 will secure an opening of 6880mm
PATENT APPLICATION NUMBER: GB1119393.5.
Heald recently celebrated 25 years in business, proving that our mix of innovative design, premium quality products, solid customer service and rigorous product testing really do make for longevity. Quite simply, our products are designed and built to last. We have customers with products dating back nearly 20 years with original units in operation today. We take pride in the high standard of our products and service.
Our products are installed all over the world, in a diverse range of applications. Our products secure the perimeters of chemical works, military bases, factories, government buildings, palatial buildings, stadia, airports, office complexes, hospitals and more.
With a growing family of products to suit almost any security requirement, Heald are expertly positioned to provide the right products for your security needs. We have the knowledge and expertise to assist our customers in providing a complete turnkey solution to meet their exact security requirements. We can supply a complete bespoke design and build service, or assist with self-build projects.
Heald can supply high security products such as the PAS68 rated 30 tonne crash rated roadblocker, and the shallow mount Raptor, and Viper, as well as general access barriers, and manual bollards. Heald provide a wide variety of access control options, including parking access control systems, proximity card readers, transponders, keypads, intercoms and other bespoke systems. We also offer traffic calming systems such as traffic flow plates, height barriers, traffic lights and traffic signage.
We welcome enquiries from anyone involved in site security including architects, specifiers, designers, builders, engineers and construction specialists. We offer digital versions of our product drawings to allow easy addition to architectural and design software packages. We will offer help and advice with regard to the placement, installation and operation of our products when required.
As terrorist threats become ever more complex and sophisticated, Heald respond with a solid determination to offer security products that have been physically tested and are highly effective against current threat scenarios. We continue to create innovative products that meet and exceed the requirements of our customers, securing their sites with the most effective security solutions.
For an informal discussion about your security requirements, please contact Heald on 01964 535858, visit the website at www.heald.uk.com/ps.
