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While some crash barriers can be heavy-duty like crash barrier systems, there are other options that can enable a softer impact. Wire rope barriers are a prime and trusted alternative from more rigid crash barriers.

Wire rope barriers consist of a straight alignment of ropes, allowing for easy installation and tensioning. They are critical for the separation of oncoming vehicles and protection from any roadside hazards.

When a vehicle makes an impact onto the wire rope barrier, it will be redirected in a safe and predictable manner. The design has a lot of benefits and features that has meant it’s become a key countermeasure in barrier designs and is often a top choice for numerous protective barrier projects.

The major factor in favour of wire rope barrier systems is that they are more forgiving than other, more rigid systems. They provide a softer ride-down deceleration for vehicle occupants in the event of a crash, meaning less chance of an injury for the occupants of the vehicle.

Our wire rope fences are a smart option to assist in your project, offering top-of-the-range protection for on-road vehicles.

Additional Features: 

• Easy installation 
• Minimal maintenance required 
• Quick to repair after collisions 
• Cables can be installed and removed in any order and with ease 
• Soft vehicle containment and redirection

If you’re in need of top-quality fencing, specifically a wire rope barrier that you know will work to your high standards, contact us today for all of your safety barriers and fencing needs.

We’re the team that you can trust to craft and install the very best in the industry, every time.

If you’re needing a road safety barrier, and have been doing a bit of research, you may have seen the term ‘MASH standard’ or ‘MASH compliant’ thrown around a lot. But what exactly is it? 

MASH Explained

MASH stands for Manual of Assessing Safety Hardware, and is now set as the standard for Australian roadside crash barriers.  

To ensure you’re receiving the best quality, and absolute safest barrier system out there, AustRoads has set up the MASH program that prescribes a set of crash tests to validate barrier systems before they can be approved for use on our road networks. 

There’s one thing we can guarantee: if your crash barrier systems are MASH compliant, you’ll be receiving a product that does not compromise on safety or quality.   

Why Is MASH Testing Important? 

OK, now you know what it is, why should you care? Because if your fence or barrier system is not MASH compliant, it runs the risk of being much less safe and sturdy. The MASH performance criteria ensures that road barriers have proven capability to tackle the weight and speed of modern-day vehicles.         

At McIntosh Fencing, we are quality assured MASH compliant with our barrier and fence systems, as well as holding tri-certification accreditation and being consistently quality assured. 

Get in touch today to find out how we can support your project and get you the very best of barrier and fence protection for your roads.

We’ll be providing you with valuable knowledge, information and updates via our Blog page, so don’t forget to see what other blogs you can read to keep you informed on all things fencing!   

And as always, keep up to date on the state road authorities via the links below: 

NSW Roads & Traffic Authority  

VicRoads

Crash barrier systems are an ideal choice for roads, whether it be the long, winding roads or the twisting country highway.

This type of fencing solution offers ultimate protection, reducing the severity of run-off-the-road crashes. It provides premium shielding from multiple impacts and also deters and protects vehicles from off-road hazards such as trees, poles, embankments, cliff edges etc.

It’s a smart way to protect road users, and that’s why we’ve worked with clients such as the Road & Traffic Authority of NSW and Vic Roads, offering our skills and services to guarantee an experienced set up and quality workmanship.

Crash barrier systems require high-quality materials and expertise to assemble, craft and install, that’s why you should be looking for providers with quality assurance and Quality Management Systems to ensure you’re receiving the very best for your project.

With a myriad of helpful features to protect motorists and serve your project’s needs, the crash barrier systems are an excellent option to assist you in your project.

Additional Features: 

• First-rate mechanisms for optimal safety 
• Controlled performance on impact 
• Suitable for use in asphalt and concrete 
• Engineered for high impact 

If you’re in need of top-quality fencing, specifically a crash barrier system that you know will work to your high standards, contact us today for all of your safety barriers and fencing needs.

We’re the team that you can trust to craft and install the very best in the industry, every time.