Leading bollard manufacturer Pilomat has announced the launch of its new range of electromechanical security bollards, providing reliable access control with sustainability benefits.
Manchester, England, United Kingdom, November 11, 2023 -- Leading bollard manufacturer Pilomat has announced the launch of its new range of electromechanical security bollards, providing reliable access control with sustainability benefits.
Electromechanical bollards utilise an electric motor system rather than a hydraulic unit to raise and lower the barrier. This offers significant advantages compared to traditional hydraulic models including reduced environmental impact, lower noise levels, and decreased maintenance requirements.
The advanced motor technology ensures smooth, rapid movement of the bollard for responsive control of vehicle access. By removing hydraulic components, the risk of fluid leaks is also eliminated, improving overall reliability and durability even under high usage conditions.
EM Series – Reliable, Efficient Access Control
The new EM series from Pilomat includes three electromechanical bollard models – 275/EM 600A-800A, 220/EM 600A-800A and 127/EM 600A-800A. With sleek cylindrical bodies in normal or stainless steel, they offer an excellent quality to price ratio, providing efficient access control for applications like pedestrian areas, business car parks and private driveways.
Controlled by an integrated electronic unit designed for systems of up to 9 bollards, the EM series can handle frequent operation up to 1000 cycles daily. The telescopic bollard is powered up and down by the internal electromechanical actuator at smooth speeds, and features an anti-corrosion treatment for maximum durability over time.
In brief
Pilomat has introduced electromechanical security bollards in its EM and EMB series. The company says the designs use electric motors instead of hydraulic units, which it says reduces noise, maintenance needs and environmental impact while removing the possibility of hydraulic-fluid leaks. The EM models are intended for settings including pedestrian areas, business car parks and private driveways, with an integrated control unit for systems of up to 9 bollards. The EMB range is aimed at high-security sites and includes models certified to PAS 68, IWA-14 and ASTM M50 (K12) standards. Pilomat reports that testing showed its 275/K12EMB model could operate for over 200,000 continuous cycles. UK supplier Macs Bollards expects to offer the new range alongside its existing hydraulic products.
Key takeaways
- Pilomat launched electromechanical bollards in its EM and EMB series.
- The EM range is designed for access control in pedestrian areas, car parks and private driveways.
- The EMB series is intended for high-security locations and has models certified to named impact-resistance standards.
- Macs Bollards says the new range will soon be available from the UK supplier.
The bollards measure 273mm, 220mm or 127mm diameter, with heights ranging from 600mm to 800mm. This allows selection of appropriate resistance levels, while maintaining fast operation and low environmental impact.
EMB Series – Robust Protection for High Security Zones
Pilomat’s new EMB series of HVM bollards offer robust anti-terrorist protection using innovative electromechanical technology. Models 275/K4EMB 900A-1200A and 275/K12EMB 900A-1200A are designed to provide unparalleled defence for maximum security applications such as research centres, military bases, airports and government buildings.
With large 273mm diameter cylindrical bodies up to 1200mm in height, the EMB series bollards provide immense impact resistance certified to internationally-recognised PAS 68, IWA-14 and ASTM M50 (K12) standards.
The energy-efficient brushless motor design prevents overheating, providing consistently high performance and increased wear resistance. This guarantees a longer service life with reduced maintenance needs. Rapid operating speeds are maintained through hundreds of thousands of cycles, keeping security consistently high.
A rigorous durability test by Pilomat confirmed that the 275/K12EMB model can reliably handle over 200,000 continuous cycles. This simulates an extremely demanding usage profile of 6000 cycles daily in tough outdoor conditions.
The EMB series deliver robust protection with the advantages of electromechanical operation – reduced environmental impact, minimal noise and upkeep.
Macs Bollards to Offer New Electromechanical Range
Pilomat’s advanced new electromechanical bollards will soon be available from leading UK supplier Macs Bollards, alongside their current top selling P series automatic hydraulic bollards.
Damian Corcoran of Macs Bollards says: “We look forward to giving our customers access to Pilomat’s latest innovation in electromechanical bollard technology. The environmental and performance benefits make them a great addition to our extensive range.”
Visit macs-bollards.com today to browse Macs Bollards’ current selection of static, semi-automatic and automatic rising bollards. Expert advice is available to help you implement the ideal vehicle access solution for your site.
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Questions around this news
How do electromechanical bollards differ from hydraulic bollards?
Electromechanical bollards use an electric motor and actuator to raise and lower the barrier, while hydraulic models use pressurised fluid. The release describes potential benefits of the electromechanical design as lower noise, reduced maintenance and environmental impact, and no risk of hydraulic-fluid leaks. Actual performance depends on the model and its installation.
What do PAS 68, IWA-14 and ASTM M50 indicate for security bollards?
These are standards or test classifications associated with vehicle-impact protection. In general, such assessments provide a defined way to evaluate how a barrier performs when struck by a vehicle. A certification or classification should be considered in the context of the specific product configuration and the site’s security requirements.
When will the new bollards be available from Macs Bollards?
The release says the new electromechanical bollards will soon be available through UK supplier Macs Bollards. It does not give a specific launch date for sales. The supplier is also described as offering the existing P series of automatic hydraulic bollards, alongside static and semi-automatic rising bollards.
