Aremco Barriers – Access Control Knowledge Centre

Root-Fixed vs Bolt-Down Bollards and Gates – What’s the Difference? When choosing a steel bollard, swing gate, barrier or other vehicle access-control product, you'll often be asked whether you require it to be root fixed or bolt down . But what do those terms actually mean? Both describe how the product is secured to the ground, and choosing the correct option is important. The best fixing method will depend on the product, the existing surface, ground conditions and how the equipment will be used. At Aremco Barriers , we manufacture a wide range of manual steel vehicle access-control products for sites throughout the UK. In this guide, we explain the difference between root-fixed and bolt-down installations and some of the things you should consider before ordering. What Does Root Fixed Mean? A root-fixed product has a section of its post that extends below ground level. A hole is excavated, the post is positioned at the correct level and alignment, and the foundation is t...