Bollards and Traffic Control Products

SECTION 34 71 13

BOLLARDS AND TRAFFIC CONTROL PRODUCTS

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Impact Recovery Systems; Facilities, Traffic Control, Pedestrian Safety, Rail/Transit, Airports, Parking Lots, International.
This section is based on the products of Impact Recovery Systems, which is located at:
4955 Stout Drive
San Antonio, TX 78219
Toll Free Tel: 800-736-5256
Fax: 210-734-6448
Email:request info ()
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Impact Recovery Systems, Inc. has been in business for over 25 years providing rebounding traffic and safety products throughout the world. Our High Performance SlowStop® Bollard is a revolutionary new rebounding steel-pipe bollard that absorbs energy from impact collisions, reducing damage to assets and vehicles, while protecting personnel. Our bollards are part of a complete system that is modular and expandable to meet your needs.

1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

1.1.1 Bollards and traffic control products of the following types:

1.1.1.1 Rebounding steel pipe bollards.

1.1.1.2 Handicap parking bollard signs.

1.1.1.3 Horseshoe bollards (U bollard).

1.1.1.4 Polycarbonate guardrails.

1.1.1.5 Pedestrian signage.

1.1.1.6 Signs and markers.

1.1.1.7 Sentinels between car barriers.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.

1.2.1 Section 34 71 00 - Roadway Construction.

1.2.2 Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete.

1.2.3 Section 10 26 23.13 - Impact Resistant Wall Protection.

1.2.4 Section 10 83 00 - Flags and Banners.

1.2.5 Section 44 50 00 - Solid Waste Control and Reuse.

1.2.6 Section 11 12 26.13 - Parking Fee Coin Collection Equipment.

1.3 REFERENCES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any references below not relevant to this project; add others as required.

1.3.1 ASTM International (ASTM):

1.3.1.1 ASTM A36 - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel.

1.3.1.2 ASTM A53 - Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless.

1.3.1.3 ASTM A312 - Standard Specification for Seamless, Welded, and Heavily Cold Worked Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipes.

1.3.1.4 ASTM A536 - Standard Specification for Ductile Iron Castings.

1.3.1.5 ASTM D1654 - Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Painted or Coated Specimens Subjected to Corrosive Environment.

1.3.2 Federal Highway Administration (FHA):

1.3.2.1 Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

1.3.3 National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP):

1.3.3.1 NCHRP Report 350, Recommended Procedures for the Safety Performance Evaluation of Highway Features.

1.3.4 United States Access Board:

1.3.4.1 Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG).

1.4 SUBMITTALS

1.4.1 Submit in accordance with Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures".

1.4.2 Product Data: Submit manufacturers current published data including:

1.4.2.1 Materials, thicknesses, dimensions, standard details and recommendations.

1.4.2.2 Storage, handling, and installation methods.

1.4.2.3 Cleaning, touch-up, and maintenance instructions.

1.4.3 Shop Drawings: Include the following:

1.4.3.1 Show mounted items and coordination required for work by others.

1.4.3.2 Locations, distinguish between interior and exterior installation.

1.4.3.3 Interface details including fasteners, paving systems, mounting conditions, and slopes.

1.4.4 Verification Samples: For each exposed finish to be installed.

1.4.5 Warranty: Submit manufacturer's warranties.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.5.1 Qualifications:

1.5.1.1 Manufacturer Qualifications: Minimum 10 years experience with the production facilities capable of meeting the project schedule.

1.5.2 Workmanship: Components shall exhibit good workmanship, free of scratches, discoloration and other objectionable marks or defects, which affect appearance or serviceability.

1.5.3 Pre-Installation Meeting: Convene on the project site minimum one week before beginning work to:

1.5.3.1 Verify project requirements and site logistics.

1.5.3.2 Coordinate between trades.

1.5.3.3 Assess integrity of the paving systems and adjacent materials.

1.5.3.4 Review manufacturer's installation instructions and warranty requirements.

1.5.4 Mock-Up: For unusual conditions, or when requested by the Owner:

1.5.4.1 Provide mock-up of each mounting condition including sealants, accessories, and methods of adjoining construction.

1.5.4.2 Accepted mock-up may remain as part of the completed work and will set the standard of acceptance for remaining work.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

1.6.1 Store and handle materials in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

1.7 WARRANTY

1.7.1 Manufacturers Warranty: Provide manufacturer's standard warranty for the following:

1.7.1.1 Warranty Period, Defects in materials and workmanship: 2 years.

1.7.1.2 Warranty Period, Coatings will not peel, crack or significantly change color: 2 years.

2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

2.1.1 Acceptable Manufacturer: Impact Recovery Systems, which is located at: 4955 Stout Drive; San Antonio, TX 78219; Toll Free Tel: 800-736-5256; Fax: 210-734-6448; Email:request info (); Web:

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete below if rebounding steel pipe bollards are not used.

2.2 REBOUNDING STEEL PIPE BOLLARDS

2.2.1 Impact Recovery Systems SlowStop Bollard System includes the following:

2.2.1.1 Bollard System shall be fabricated and installed to withstand repeated impacts within specified energy levels with minimal damage to the units and impacting vehicles.

2.2.1.2 The system incorporates modular construction allowing bollards to be interconnected using slide-together connectors, with each section anchored independently.

2.2.1.3 The system includes bollards consisting of a base, elastomer, adapter, and post. Bollards are interconnected to form fencing and similar barriers using tee-, elbow-, and cross-connectors or by welding pipe together.

2.2.1.4 Bollards shall give way up to approximately 20 degrees when impacted, utilizing a reactive elastomer device to absorb the impact from vehicles.

2.2.1.5 The system rebounds to upright after impact within the manufacturer's limits.

2.2.1.6 The system shall allow the replacement of post and adapters in no more than 15 minutes through the removal modular components and replacement of damaged parts.

2.2.2 Provide in the following nominal size, 42 inch (1066 mm) high, capable of withstanding the following kinetic energy at a height of 20 inches (500 mm) above the ground:

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select sizes. If more than one size is used, indicate where each type is used on the Drawings. Delete sizes not required.

2.2.2.1 3 inch (76 mm) bollards: 1,195 ft-lb (1,620 N), product #SS3Y-42.

2.2.2.2 4 inch (101 mm) bollards: 1,967 ft-lb (2,666 N), product #SS4Y-42.

2.2.2.3 5 inch (127 mm) bollards: 5,163 ft-lb (7,000 N), product #SS5Y-42.

2.2.2.4 6 inch (152 mm) bollards: 9,536 ft-lb (12,929 N), product #SS6Y-42.

2.2.3 Materials:

2.2.3.1 Posts (Bollards): ANSI schedule 40 steel pipe with seams ground flush and edges de-burred to remove sharp edges.

2.2.3.2 Adapter and Base: Ductile cast iron material rated to - 40 degrees F (-40 degrees C), finished with environmentally friendly catephoretic (KTL) black paint.

2.2.3.3 Elastomer: Rubber compound with hollow center to allow for compression.

2.2.3.4 Anchors: 5/8 by 5-1/2 inch (16 by 140 mm) concrete screw anchors of galvanized carbon steel construction with static shear resistance greater than 11,000 pounds (4989 kg) and static tension resistance of greater than 24,000 pounds (10886 kg).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select painted finish or plastic HDPE. Delete finish and colors not required.

2.2.4 Finish: Polyester powder coat finish, minimal 150 micrometer thickness.

2.2.4.1 Color: Manufacturer's standard yellow.

2.2.5 HDPE Plastic Cover Finish: Provide with manufacturer's thermoplastic 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick HDPE cover to fit standard 4 inch (101 mm) or 6 inch (150 mm) bollard, 52 inch tall (1321 mm) tall to create a 60 inch (1524 mm) tall bollard when installed on a SlowStop bollard in the following color:

2.2.5.1 Yellow.

2.2.5.2 White.

2.2.5.3 Tan.

2.2.5.4 Red.

2.2.5.5 Blue.

2.2.5.6 Light Gray.

2.2.5.7 Gray.

2.2.5.8 Black.

2.2.5.9 Green.

2.2.5.10 Orange.

2.2.5.11 Brown.

2.2.5.12 Bright Green.

2.2.5.13 Federal Yellow.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete below if handicap parking bollard signs are not used. Note, handicap sign can be switched with other sign types.

2.3 HANDICAP PARKING BOLLARD SIGNS

2.3.1 SlowStop Disabled / Handicap Parking Sign: Resilient handicap parking bollard strong enough to eliminate traditional wheel stops bollard kit complete with rebounding bollard, aluminum signpost and brackets, and four 5/8 by 5-1/2 inch (15.8 by 140 mm) anchors, install with concrete or foam fill provided by the General Contractor.

2.3.1.1 Energy Absorption: 1,967 ft-lb (2,667 joules).

2.3.1.2 Provide product #SS4Y-42-HC with 4 inch (101 mm) diameter, 42 inch (1066 mm) high bollard.

2.3.1.3 HDPE sign on engineer grade sheeting with "Reserved Parking" and handicap symbol, installed sign is 60 inch (1524 mm) high to comply with ADA requirements. Sign face can be changed for alternate uses.

2.3.1.4 Factory Coated with 150 micron polyester outdoor powder coat.

2.3.1.5 Provide with manufacturer's standard 2-year warranty.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete below if horseshoe bollards are not used. Recommended applications include gas pump protection, equipment and storage rack guarding, drive-thru lanes, utility protection, access denial. Not for K-rated security use.

2.4 HORSESHOE BOLLARD (U BOLLARD)

2.4.1 Two rebounding bollard bases with steel pipe and connectors to create a u-shaped horseshow bollard, ideally suited to protect confined areas.

2.4.1.1 Pipe: ANSI schedule 40 steel pipe with seams ground flush and edges de-burred to remove sharp edges.

2.4.1.2 Bases and Connectors: Ductile cast iron material rated to -40 degrees F (-40 degrees C), finished with environmentally friendly catephoretic (KTL) black paint.

2.4.1.3 Elastomer: Rubber compound with hollow center to allow for compression.

2.4.1.4 Provide with manufacturer's standard 2-year warranty.

2.4.2 Provide in the following nominal sizes, capable of withstanding the following kinetic energy at an impact height of 20 inches (500 mm) above the ground:

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select sizes. If more than one size is used, indicate where each type is used on the Drawings. Delete sizes not required.

2.4.2.1 3 inch (76 mm) bollards: 2,390 ft-lb (3,240 N), product #SS3Y-36-HS-36, 36 inches (914 mm) tall x 36 inches (914 mm) wide.

2.4.2.2 4 inch (101 mm) bollards: 3,934 ft-lb (5,334 N), product #SS4Y-28-HS-36, 28 inches (711 mm) tall x 36 inches (914 mm) wide.

2.4.2.3 4 inch (101 mm) bollards: 3,934 ft-lb (5,334 N), product #SS4Y-42-HS-36, 42 inches (1067 mm) tall x 36 inches (914 mm) wide.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete below if polycarbonate guardrails are not used. Custom colors are available. Recommended applications include industrial equipment protection, pedestrian aisle ways, utility guarding, access denial, parking perimeters.

2.5 POLYCARBONATE GUARDRAILS

2.5.1 Polycarbonate guardrails attach to SlowStop bollards to create virtually unbreakable barriers.

2.5.1.1 Withstands 12,500 ft-lb (16,947 N) of force without permanent deflection. Returns to original shape again and again after impact.

2.5.1.2 Provide product #SSRY-4, 13-3/4 inch (350 mm) high by 170 inches (4340 mm) long.

2.5.1.3 Temperature Rating: -135 degrees F (-93 C).

2.5.1.4 Injection molded in one piece and colored manufacturers standard safety yellow throughout to eliminate maintenance painting and resists bending and denting.

2.5.1.5 Provided with hardware to attach to bollards.

2.5.1.6 Provide with manufacturers flexible polycarbonate guard rail end caps when indicated on the Drawings.

2.5.1.7 Provide with manufacturer's standard 2-year warranty.

2.6 PEDESTRIAN PRODUCTS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete below if in street pedestrian crosswalks are not used. The effectiveness has been repeatedly supported by independent testing to demonstrate distinct changes in motorist behavior and accident incidence following installation.

2.6.1 In Street Pedestrian Crosswalk Signs: Conspicuous signage for unsignalized intersections to alert motorists to local laws concerning pedestrians in crosswalks. Fluorescent yellow green diamond grade reflective sheeting with white high intensity sheeting insert, white post and panel of flexible polyethylene plastic resistant to ultraviolet light, ozone, and hydrocarbons.

2.6.1.1 Overall height 47 inch (1193 mm), 12 inch (304 mm) wide.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select yield or stop, delete option not required.

2.6.1.2 Message: State Law, Yield to Pedestrian within Crosswalk. Provide Product #PED2-0YFQ.

2.6.1.3 Message: State Law, Stop for Pedestrian within Crosswalk. Provide Product #PED2-0SFQ.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select portable or fixed base, delete option not required.

2.6.1.4 Fixed Base: Product #BS-SMFB Surface mount designed for permanent applications, secured to the upright with bolts, installed with anchor kit or epoxy.

2.6.1.5 Portable One Base: Product #BS-P1Q, size 34 by 14 inches (863 by 355 mm), portable design and ergonomic carrying handle for rapid deployment of temporary signage. Base made of 100 percent recycled rubber standard with quick release feature that allows installation and removal in less than 5 seconds.

2.6.1.6 NCHRP-350 approved unit includes anti-twist reactive spring assembly that rebounds upright when struck.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete below if Omni-Ped signs are not used. The effectiveness has been repeatedly supported by independent testing to demonstrate distinct changes in motorist behavior and accident incidence following installation.

2.6.2 OmniPed: Conspicuous four-sided, blow molded, pedestrian signage for unsignalized intersections to alert motorists to local laws concerning pedestrians in crosswalks. Fluorescent yellow green diamond grade reflective sheeting with white high intensity sheeting insert, white post and panel of flexible polyethylene plastic resistant to ultraviolet light, ozone, and hydrocarbons.

2.6.2.1 Overall height 48 inch (1219 mm), 14 inch (355 mm) wide, depth 3 inches (76 mm).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select yield or stop, delete option not required.

2.6.2.2 Front and Back Message: State Law, Yield to Pedestrian within Crosswalk. Provide Product #OMN2-YxF-Q.

2.6.2.3 Front and Back Message: State Law, Stop for Pedestrian within Crosswalk. Provide Product #OMN2-SxF-Q.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select yield or stop, delete option not required.

2.6.2.4 Side Message: Look Both Ways.

2.6.2.5 Side Message: Walk Bicycles.

2.6.2.6 Side Message: Watch for Traffic.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select portable or fixed base, delete option not required.

2.6.2.7 Fixed Base: Product #BS-SMFB Surface mount designed for permanent applications, secured to the upright with bolts, installed with anchor kit or epoxy.

2.6.2.8 Portable One Base: Product #BS-P1Q, size 34 by 14 inches (863 by 355 mm), portable design and ergonomic carrying handle for rapid deployment of temporary signage. Base made of 100 percent recycled rubber standard with quick release feature that allows installation and removal in less than 5 seconds.

2.6.2.9 NCHRP-350 approved unit includes anti-twist reactive spring assembly that rebounds upright when struck.

2.6.3 Ped-In-A-Bag: Lightweight portable pedestrian sign design for use by school crossing guards or similar temporary applications. Fluorescent yellow green diamond grade reflective sheeting with white high intensity sheeting insert, white post and panel of flexible polyethylene plastic resistant to ultraviolet light, ozone, and hydrocarbons.

2.6.3.1 Overall height 44 inch (1117 mm), 12 inch (304 mm) wide.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select yield or stop, delete option not required.

2.6.3.2 Sign: State Law, Yield to Pedestrian within Crosswalk. Provide Product #PIB2-0YFQ.

2.6.3.3 Sign: State Law, Stop for Pedestrian within Crosswalk. Provide Product #PIB2-0SFQ.

2.6.3.4 Portable Base: Product #BS-P2Q, size 34 by 14 inches (863 by 355 mm).

2.6.3.5 NCHRP-350 approved unit includes anti-twist reactive spring assembly that rebounds upright when struck.

2.6.3.6 Eligible for "Safe Routes to School" funding and Federal Government Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21).

2.7 SIGNS AND MARKERS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete below if sign posts are not used.

2.7.1 Sta-Rite Sign Posts: Lightweight impactable aluminum, white powder coated 2 inch (50 mm) diameter sign posts with reactive spring unit which allows sign to withstand bumper hits and return to original position without damage to the sign or vehicle. Provide complete with brackets, hardware, and post cap.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select sign, delete options not required.

2.7.1.1 Sign: 12 by 18 inch (304 by 457 mm) Reserved Parking with Wheelchair symbol.

2.7.1.2 Sign: 12 by 18 inch (304 by 457 mm) Reserved Parking with Wheelchair symbol and Van Accessible notation.

2.7.1.3 Sign: 12 by 18 inch (304 by 457 mm) custom, provided by others.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select base, delete option not required.

2.7.1.4 Fixed Base: Product #BS-SMFB Surface mount designed for permanent applications, secured to the upright with bolts, installed with anchor kit or epoxy.

2.7.1.5 Drivable Base: Product: BS-DR00, in-ground, 18 by 2 inch (457 by 50 mm).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select height, delete option not required.

2.7.1.6 Height: ADA Compliant 78 inches (1981 mm) overall, bottom of sign at 60 inches (1524 mm).

2.7.1.7 Height: MUTCD Compliant 102 inches (2590 mm), bottom of sign at 84 inches (2133 mm) above the surface for pedestrian travel areas.

2.7.2 Sta-Rite Sign Post with Stop Sign: Lightweight impactable aluminum, white powder coated 2 inch (50 mm) diameter sign posts 60 inch (1524 mm) high, with reactive spring unit which allows sign to withstand bumper hits and return to original position without damage to the sign or vehicle. Provide complete with brackets, hardware, and post cap.

2.7.2.1 Sign: 24 by 24 inch (609 by 609 mm) plastic octagonal sign with white high intensity reflective sheeting and red finish.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select base, delete option not required.

2.7.2.2 Fixed Base: Product #BS-SMFB Surface mount designed for permanent applications, secured to the upright with bolts, installed with anchor kit or epoxy.

2.7.2.3 Drivable Base: Product #BS-DR00, in-ground, 18 by 2 inch (457 by 50 mm).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select height, delete option not required.

2.7.2.4 Height: ADA Compliant 78 inches (1981 mm) overall, bottom of sign at 60 inches (1524 mm).

2.7.2.5 Height: MUTCD Compliant 102 inches (2590 mm), bottom of sign at 84 inches (2133 mm) above the surface for pedestrian travel areas.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete below if tubular markers are not used. Applications include dividing traffic when two or more lanes are kept open in the same direction, channelize traffic in exit only applications, for urban turn restrictions, indicating changes of alignment in the roadway to delineate edge of pavement drop off where space limitations do not allow the use of larger systems including parking garages, parking lots and special event facilities.

2.7.3 Tubular Markers: High performance channelizing markers are used to divide traffic, post constructed of flexible plastic resistant to ultraviolet light, ozone, and hydrocarbons. Unit includes anti-twist reactive spring assembly that rebounds to upright when struck.

2.7.3.1 Meets MUTCD Specifications.

2.7.3.2 National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP) Tested.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select height, delete option not required.

2.7.3.3 Height: 36 inches (914 mm).

2.7.3.4 Height: 42 inches (1066 mm).

2.7.3.5 Height: 48 inches (1219 mm).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select tube color, delete option not required.

2.7.3.6 Tube Color: White.

2.7.3.7 Tube Color: Orange.

2.7.3.8 Tube Color: Yellow.

2.7.3.9 Tube Color: Red.

2.7.3.10 Tube Color: Green.

2.7.3.11 Tube Color: Black.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select sheeting color, delete options not required.

2.7.3.12 Sheeting Color: White.

2.7.3.13 Sheeting Color: Yellow.

2.7.3.14 Sheeting Color: Orange.

2.7.3.15 Sheeting Color: Green.

2.7.3.16 Sheeting Color: Red.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select sheeting grade, delete options not required.