Installing Stainless Steel Bollard Covers with Set Screws
Protect your pipe bollards while enhancing their aesthetic appearance. Bollard covers add a sleek, contemporary design element to pre-installed pipe bollards. Bollard covers are made of high-quality 316 grade stainless steel for the best corrosion resistance—even in high-saline environments. This installation method uses set screws to secure the bollard cover onto the pipe bollard.
It is important to note that Reliance Foundry’s bollard covers are primarily decorative. Adding bollard covers to existing pipe bollards will not affect impact resistance. The level of impact resistance is directly related to the original installation.
PARTS LIST
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# |
PART |
QTY |
|---|---|---|
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1 |
Stainless Steel Bollard Cover |
1 |
|
2 |
Hexagon Socket Set Screw |
3 |
|
3 |
Adhesive Foam Strip |
3 |
INSTALLATION EQUIPMENT
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3/16″ Hex Key |
Level |
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Measuring Tape |
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NOTE
- To protect the finish, keep bollards in original packaging until the exact moment of installation.
- Handle with care to avoid scratching or damaging bollard surfaces as abrasions will lead to rust.
- Once scratched, bollards cannot be repaired to original form without re-finishing the entire surface.
Before installation
Inspect the pipe bollard
Examine the pre-installed pipe bollard for signs of damage. Any rust should be removed, and abrasions should be covered as soon as possible. If the damage is beyond repair, a new pipe bollard may need to be installed.
Hold a level vertically against the side of the pipe bollard and ensure that it is plumb.
Note: Any damage or tilting of the pipe bollard can affect the performance of the bollard cover.
Clean and dry the pipe bollard
Brush or wipe the surface of the pipe bollard. Debris can offset measurements and the placement of the bollard cover.
Dry the pipe bollard as moisture can affect the integrity of the adhesive foam strips—a compressible foam that will add stability by filling up the space between the pipe bollard and bollard cover.
Prepare the bollard cover for installation
Keep the bollard cover in its protective packaging and place near the installation site.
When ready to install, remove the protective packaging.
Three set screws are already installed in the bottom holes of the bollard cover. You will need to partly unscrew them to allow room for the pipe bollard to fit inside.
Secure the bollard cover
Apply the adhesive foam strips
Apply the three adhesive foam strips to the top portion of the pipe bollard. Place the strips evenly spaced apart. This compressible foam will fill up the space between the pipe bollard and bollard cover.
Place the bollard cover over the pipe bollard
Carefully lower the bollard cover over the pipe bollard.
Secure the bollard cover onto the pipe bollard
Tighten the set screws at the bottom of the bollard cover using equal torque. Use a level throughout the process to ensure that the bollard cover is plumb.
Move from screw to screw when tightening until the bollard cover is secure.
Clean the bollard cover
Clean the surface of the bollard cover
Use a cloth to clean off any dust or debris.
Inspect
Inspect the installation
From a distance, examine the plane of view.
Ensure the bollard is plumb.
Check the bollard for any signs of surface damage
Abrasions should be covered as soon as possible to prevent rust and ensure the proper life of the bollard. For damage repair or other servicing needs, please contact Reliance Foundry’s sales department.
Care and maintenance
Reliance Foundry manufactures its products to the highest design standards to ensure their durability. Reliance Foundry’s bollards are finished with long-lasting powder coating. In most North American environments, routine inspections and cleaning will ensure that bollards retain their aesthetic appeal. Proper care and maintenance are required to maintain the finish and ensure a full service life.
