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Product: Border-Guard

The Border-Guard Barrier System is a revolutionary approach to the concept of Physical Security Barriers - a wall of steel that provides comprehensive breaching protection.

Ideal for Border and High Security Perimeter applications, the patentpending Border-Guard is the ultimate solution for applications requiring prevention of perimeter penetration.


Panels

Barrier panels are constructed of 3/8" thick solid steel, hot-rolled in a "Z" shape to maximize strength. Panels interlock together to create a solid steel wall of perimeter protection.

Ball and Socket Interlock

This extremely rugged and strong modular connection system allows for easier setting and driving during installation. The interlock also provides flexibility for swing - or rotation - of the panels to accommodate curves and contours in the barrier line.

Visibility

Border-Guard Vantage provides security personnel a clear view through the barrier while presenting potential intruders with a superior line of defense. Visibility holes are placed from ground level to six feet high (typical), allowing barrier-line views through the fence.

Two Configurations

The barrier can be installed in two different configurations, based on the threat risk. The "U" configuration provides higher vehicular resistance, while the "Sawtooth" configuration provides a lower overall cost and greater visibility.

Configuration - Dimensions and Properties

 

"U" Configuration

Sawtooth Configuration

Nominal Width

27.88 in

708 mm

29.86 in

759 mm

Wall Depth (Height)

12.56 in

319 mm

6.64 in

169 mm

Web Thickness

0.375 in

9.5 mm

0.375 in

9.5 mm

Flange Thickness

0.375 in

9.5 mm

0.375 in

9.5 mm

Area
(per single section)

14.82 in2

95.6 cm2

14.82 in2

95.6 cm2

Weight
(per single section)

50.4 lbs/ft

75.1 kg/m

50.4 lbs/ft

75.1 kg/m

Moment of Inertia
(per single section)

353.0 in4

14,695 cm4

49.9 in4

2,075 cm4

Section Modulus
(per single section)

56.2 in3

920 cm3

14.9 in3

245 cm3

Total Surface Area
(per single section)

6.10 ft2/ft

1.86 m2/m

6.10 ft2/ft

1.86 m2/m

Nominal Coating Area
(per single section)

5.60 ft2/ft

1.71 m2/m

5.60 ft2/ft

1.71 m2/m

Area
(per unit of wall)

6.38 in2/ft

135.1 cm2/m

5.96 in2/ft

126.1 cm2/m

Weight
(per unit of wall)

21.7 lbs/ft2

106.0 kg/m2

20.3 lbs/ft2

99.0 kg/m2

Moment of Inertia
(per unit of wall)

152.0 in4/ft

20,755 cm4/m

20.0 in4/ft

2,735 cm4/m

Section Modulus
(per unit of wall)

24.2 in3/ft

1,300 cm3/m

6.0 in3/ft

325 cm3/m

BENEFITS

Resistant To Cutting and Climbing

The solid steel construction of Border-Guard strongly resists cutting with hand tools of any kind. Climbing is resisted by the smooth steel wall, denying hand or foot holds.

Vehicular and Under-Digging Resistance

With ten feet (standard/typical) of solid steel barrier below ground level, Border-Guard has the structural integrity to provide highly effective vehicular anti-ram/anti-crash protection. This same feature also deters and resists tunneling under the fence barrier.

Modular Design

Border-Guard allows for fast repairs, minimizing unprotected downtime. Heavy steel sections are designed as modular panels to be driven into place, and can be repaired or removed and replaced as required.

Long Service Life

The state-of-the-art metallurgy of Border-Guard has been proven to provide long-lasting protection in a wide range of applications and environments - from arid climates to marine settings.

A) ANTI-RAM: The high-strength composition and configuration of the Border-Guard provides highly effective vehicular anti-ram/anti-crash protection.

B) BLAST PROTECTION: Solid steel construction provides shielding, reducing effects of explosive blast.

C) ANTI-CUT: 3/8" steel resists breaching by saw, axe or simple torch

D) ANTI-CLIMB: Solid panel construction defends against climbing attempts

E) CONTINUOUS STEEL WALL: conducts heat, providing a signal point for any torch cutting attempts - above or below ground level

F) BARRIER LINE VISIBILITY: The Border-Guard barrier provides the capability of the front line of defense, while maintaining all the structural strength of the system

G) ANTI-TUNNEL: Depth of wall deters "under-digging"


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Address:

3309 SW Interstate 45

Ennis, TX 75119

USA

Phone:

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