The Step feature

The 'step' feature in the concrete step barrier is specifically designed to take the impact of wheel and suspension systems before the well-protected passenger cage strikes the barrier face. In the event of a collision, your car will be guided along the smooth face of the barrier in the direction of traffic flow, greatly reducing the danger of being hit by vehicles following you at high speed.

 

Increased containment

Step barrier has been tested to contain all vehicles including cars, vans and 4x4's up to 13 tonnes in weight and it conforms to the latest European Standards.

 

Reduced glare from oncoming headlights

As the concrete step barrier is a solid object, it will reduce the headlight glare from vehicles in the opposite lanes of the motorway.

Fewer traffic jams and delays

Steel barrier lasts only 20 years. During this time it may have to be repaired many times due to accident damage. Concrete step barrier however, has a maintenance-free working life of 50 years and is resistant to impact damage from most vehicles on the road. The need for lane closures is kept to a minimum; that means less traffic jams and fewer delays, and journey planning will become more reliable.