Armco Barriers

Armco Barrier Systems for Industrial and Commercial Sites

HERMEQ supplies steel crash barriers and Armco barriers designed for crash, car parks and vehicle protection. Armco crash barriers are widely used for low impact and low speed applications such as car parks, residential areas and industrial sites to protect people, machinery and buildings inside and outside.These barriers offer essential protection for both people and property, ensuring safety in various settings.Our comprehensive range includes everything you need to set up a fully functional Armco barrier system. For convenience, we offer an Armco Calculator, which allows you to quickly determine the length and components required for your project.

Which Armco Barrier Components Do I Need?

Straight Armco Beams

Straight beams form the main sections of a typical barrier run. Multiple beams can be joined and supported by compatible posts to create the required overall length.Check the individual product page for confirmed beam dimensions, effective installed length, finish, fixing-hole arrangement and compatible post spacing.

Curved Beams and Barrier Corners

Curved beams and corner sections are used where the barrier must follow a bend or change direction.A curved beam will be appropriate for a smooth transition, while a defined corner section might be better for an angled plan. Check the radius, angle, direction and compatibility before ordering.

Armco Support Posts

The barrier beams are held in position by the posts, which are available in bolt-down and dig-in configurations.The appropriate post depends on the installation surface, ground conditions, system design and fixing method. HERMEQ supplies both Z-post and RSJ post options, but compatibility should be checked against the selected beams and fixings.

Armco Barrier End Sections

End sections are used to finish exposed ends of a barrier run.HERMEQ supplies fish tail ends and pedestrian safety ends. The correct option will depend on the barrier position, surrounding pedestrian movement, orientation and intended application.

Armco Lap Bolts

Post bolts connect compatible barrier beams to support posts.Check that the selected bolt length, diameter, match the chosen beam and post configuration.

Armco Floor Anchors

Floor anchors are used to secure compatible bolt-down posts to a suitable base.The substrate, base thickness, anchor size, edge distance and installation method must be reviewed before installation.

Additional Armco Fittings

Some layouts may require additional fittings according to the number of corners, curves, exposed ends and interruptions in the barrier run.

Build a Complete System with the Armco Calculator

We have the Armco Calculator available as well as all individual components available to install your Armco barrier system. The calculator allows you to input the length of the barrier system you require for your project and our calculator provides a pricing and component breakdown in seconds. Individual components available for Armco barrier systems include Straight Corrugated Beams, Curved Beams, Posts, Safety Ends and various bolts. Before using the calculator, establish:

• The total length of each barrier run
• Whether the run is straight or includes corners and curves
• Whether the posts will be bolted down or installed into the ground
• How each exposed end will be finished

Choosing Armco Barrier Beams

Straight Corrugated Beams

The Armco Straight Corrugated Beam forms the main section of a conventional straight barrier run. Multiple beams can be used with compatible posts and fixings to cover the required distance.

Curved Armco Beams

Use an Armco Curved Beam when a smooth curved section is required rather than a sharp change of direction. Curved sections are offered for layouts requiring rounded configurations.

Armco Barrier Corners

Armco Barrier Corners provide defined angled sections for layouts that need to change direction. Choose the corner according to whether it is required for an internal or external angle.

Yellow Armco Barrier Beams

The Yellow Armco Barrier provides a more visible alternative to the standard beam finish. This could be useful when a barrier line needs to be more visible in a warehouse, car park or industrial setting.

Common Uses for Armco Barriers

Warehouses and Distribution Centres

Armco systems may be used to define vehicle routes and help protect walls, columns, racking zones, equipment and pedestrian areas where forklifts or other workplace vehicles operate.The barrier position should account for vehicle type, speed, turning movements, visibility and any required clearance from the asset being protected.

Car Parks

In car parks, Armco barrier runs may be positioned around boundaries, changes in level, service equipment, building elevations and other vulnerable areas.The correct barrier specification depends on the site layout and the consequences of a vehicle leaving its intended route.

Industrial Premises

Factories, depots and processing sites may use Armco systems around machinery, tanks, utilities or structural elements exposed to workplace vehicle movements.The chosen arrangement should reflect the actual risk, rather than relying on the presence of a steel barrier alone.