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Better visibility means fewer tripping hazards and increased safety
20 Feb
Bollards & Post Covers

Mixing Solar and Hardwired Bollard Lights

  • February 20, 2020
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Lighting can be one of the easiest yet most impactful ways to boost the mood of a landscape.

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Removable bollard using receiver with lid
06 Jan
Bollards & Post Covers

How to Choose a Removable Bollard

  • January 6, 2020
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

When it comes to installation, it may be common knowledge that bollards can be installed permanently as fixed applications. However, fixed bollards do not work well in places with variable access-control needs.

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A green bollard bends as it is nudged by a black car in a parking lot
20 Nov
Bollards & Post Covers

Parking Posts: Fold-down, Telescoping, Flexible, and Structural

  • November 20, 2019
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

“Parking post” can refer to a short marker placed at the end of a stall as a stop. It can also mean a post used to reserve a spot and prevent unauthorized access. Check out the four types of bollard most often used as parking posts.

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A plane takes off above the windshield of a blue car parked at an airport
13 Nov
Traffic Management

How Airport Parking Works

  • November 13, 2019
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Good parking lot design provides an important service that offers economic benefits and mitigates congestion. See how airport parking works for passengers and the airport, and how it is changing with advances in tech and transportation.

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Water gushes through a shining trench drain
11 Sep
Hardscape

Buying Commercial Trench Drain for Warehouses

  • September 11, 2019
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

In warehouses, trench drains help with smooth operation and risk management. See how to calculate the width, length, flow capacity, and load rating needed for commercial trench drain.

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Glowing lights dot the edge of a pathway at night
04 Sep
Bollards & Post Covers

Pathway Illuminance: Hard-Wired vs. Solar Bollard Light Fixtures

  • September 4, 2019
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Choosing between hard-wired vs. solar light bollards? Read about the pros and cons of each approach to outdoor lighting—installed to enhance the safety, security, and look of your site at night.

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A series of bollards beside grass with silver finance bull statue behind
21 Aug
Bollards & Post Covers

Architectural Bollards

  • August 21, 2019
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Architectural bollards define perimeters and guide traffic while ornamenting their surroundings. In addition to being an attractive site furnishing, they can provide lighting, security, safety, traffic guidance, wayfinding, and more.

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A diagram shows measurements needed for saw tooth bus bays including bay length and angle.
10 Jul
Bike Parking, Bollards & Post Covers, Hardscape

Park and Ride Design in the Age of Ride-Share

  • July 10, 2019
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher
Planning safe and accessible lots, from bike storage lockers to ride-share stalls Good park and ride design offers safety and comfor...

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Workers fill a truck in a loading bay protected by warehouse bollards
20 Feb
Bollards & Post Covers

Industrial and Warehouse Bollards

  • February 20, 2019
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Warehouses and factories are complex systems that bring people, machinery, and resources together. Bollards of all types can be deployed throughout to help guide movement and provide safety. Check out the variety of roles industrial and warehouse bollards can assume.

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Bright red bollards protect the entrance to a hospital emergency room
09 Jan
Traffic Management

Hospital Parking Management

  • January 9, 2019
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Even as cities move away from car-dependency, excellent hospital parking management remains essential for vulnerable patients. Explore the unique requirements of health-care facilities and discussion of hospital parking fees.

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Infographic: What Good is a Bollard that Can’t Stop Cars? Shows how bollards are communication tools and provide ornamentation, lighting, bike parking, variable access, and asset protection, among other things.
02 Jan
Bollards & Post Covers

What Good is a Bollard that Can’t Stop a Car?

  • January 2, 2019
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Not all bollards are impact-ready and designed to withstand vehicle crashes. Check out 9 important bollards that provide no crash protection to answer the question: “What good is a bollard that can’t stop a car?”

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Three beautiful maritime bollards guard the corner of a sidewalk: plantings in the background
27 Sep
Bollards & Post Covers

Landscape Maintenance and Perimeter Renewal

  • September 27, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Landscape maintenance calendars should include the inspection of site furnishings. By taking a little care, outdoor items can be an attractive part of the view for a long time. Read our guide to perimeter renewal.

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Close up picture of headlight of shiny black car parked on the street at sunset
12 Sep
Traffic Management

Parking Lot and Street Parking Orientation

  • September 12, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

How do you prefer to park your car? You may not have ever thought about the many ways you park: parallel parking, angle parking, nose-in, back-in, on the street, or in a lot. Learn how different car orientations affect safety and ease!

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Bollards with padlocks at their base separate a sidewalk in front of posters at concert hall.
05 Jul
Bollards & Post Covers

Removable Bollards for Better Access and Security

  • July 5, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Removable bollards regulate vehicle access while ensuring pedestrian flow. They are also useful as residential bollards, or garage bollards, for the homeowner who wants to grant variable access. Read more about removable bollard site applications.

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A series of tall black metal post covers give the look of chess pawns to security bollards
04 Jul
Bollards & Post Covers

Industrial & Ugly? Decorative Post Covers Hide and Protect Steel

  • July 4, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Traffic posts made of steel and concrete are often ugly, yellow-painted eyesores. Metal post covers are available in a variety of architectural styles and beautify these bollards. Explore the options and installation methods to turn traffic guidance posts into complementary elements of the streetscape.

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A yellow seated forklift carries a pallet to a line of shelving.
28 Jun
Bollards & Post Covers

Warehouse Safety is Everyone’s Business

  • June 28, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Managing warehouse safety means committing to a culture of safety, and ensuring proper training and standards are in place. Learn more about warehouse safety on our blog.

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Blue bike parking sign stands in foreground, cars parked in background
20 Jun
Bike Parking

The Best Bike Parking: Locker or Rack?

  • June 20, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher
Comparing ease, security, and accessibility for facilities and their clients. Secure bike parking is an essential component of urban...

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A silver wave bike rack sits beside stone steps in front of a sleek marble and glass storefront
19 Apr
Bike Parking

Bike Racks for Corporate Branding

  • April 19, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Branding is not limited to media presence. The values and story of a group are also communicated through the design of a business’ location. Read about what your organization should consider for efficient branding when offering bike racks.

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Two black outdoor bicycle racks of post and ring style stand on pavement beside a lawn
05 Apr
Bike Parking

Post and Ring Bike Racks

  • April 5, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Looking for a small-footprint, stylish outdoor bike rack? Post and ring racks are cyclist recommended because they secure two bicycles with two points of contact against the frame. See how sustainability can be a design feature at your site.

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A black U-lock is filled by wheel, bike frame, and commercial bike rack
22 Mar
Bike Parking

How to Lock a Bike

  • March 22, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

From locked and loaded to the lonely post, our photo guide to secure bike parking shows you ways to lock your bike and thwart bike theives.

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