7.5 ton @ 80kph Viper Road Blocker Shallow Mount. Automatic
- Roadblocker height: 1050 mm
- Roadblocker width: 3000 mm
- 7.5 ton @ 80kph
- Crash Tested to PAS 68
Heald’s Viper is an imposing security roadblocker that due to its ingenious British folding design, only requires a very shallow foundation depth for ultimate perimeter protection. During crash testing, the Viper roadblocker halted a 7.5 ton truck travelling at a speed of 80 kph and continued to function afterwards. The Viper was tested against an N3 vehicle, which are difficult to stop due to their size in comparison to other vehicles.
Viper Shallow Mounted Road Blocker
The Viper shallow mount road blocker requires only a 400 mm foundation depth, eliminating the need for pre-casting and concrete reinforcement and simplifying installation. Its unique protective skirt design minimises debris collection and eases maintenance access. When fully raised, the Viper stands 1050 mm tall with standard bright yellow and black stripes for high visibility (other colours are available). Synthetic oil options offer environmental benefits. Installation includes a control cabinet, detection loops and ducting.
Product Specs
- Performance rating: PAS68: PAS68:2010 V/7500[N3]/80/90:0.0/24.6 ASTM: astm 2656-07 M50:P1
- Roadblocker height: 1050 mm
- Roadblocker width: 3000 mm: will secure an opening of up to 5400 mm
- Normal operating speed: 6 seconds approx.
- Options: Emergency fast operation (EFO), LED lighting, synthetic oil options, colour options, Hydra, high security lock out valve and anti-sever burst valves
- Foundation depth: 400 mm
Case Studies
Parliament House
GK Solutions successfully retrofitted a blast mitigation system for the windows of the Australian Parliament House in Canberra, addressing three main challenges: meeting stringent blast resistance ratings, integrating seamlessly with the existing architectural framework, and preserving the building’s heritage aesthetic.
Department of Defence
GK Solutions supplied and installed blast and forced entry-resistant doors for the Australian Department of Defence’s Explosives Ordnance (EO) storage buildings. The project included a 3-metre by 3-metre automated sliding door, a pedestrian access door and an emergency egress door. Challenges included meeting the stringent safety standards for EO storage.
Government Site, Melbourne
The secure government site in Melbourne faced a significant challenge with its gates located at the bottom of a hill, directly in the path of water, sand and gravel runoff from an unsealed parking area at the top. During heavy rains, the runoff would create conditions unsuitable for traditional in-ground bollards.
Protection of Heritage Windows
In Sydney and Melbourne, heritage-listed buildings with decorative windows required enhanced protection against blasts and forced entry. The challenge was to ensure the security measures did not detract from the buildings’ historical and aesthetic value. In collaboration with security consultants, we developed a solution that balanced security and preservation.
Transport NSW
Transport New South Wales needed a temporary hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) solution for securing major roads, such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, during events like New Year’s Eve fireworks. Similarly, the Melbourne government required a rapid-deployment solution for protecting high-attendance public spaces.
