Manual Car Park Barriers

Here at Expert Security UK, our manual car park barriers provide safety and security to our customers at a fantastic price. With a vertical lift function, they can restrict access and reduce the flow of traffic with ease.

Durable materials and powder coating ensure your manual barrier stays sturdy, so you can rest assured that your site is in good hands. It even has zinc-coated elements too, keeping it in excellent working condition for longer.

No matter the size or security requirements of your site, your new vertical lift barriers can be fully customised to fit any car park entrance. Our manual arm barriers have a maximum boom length of 7 metres and feature right or left-handed handing options depending on your needs and preferences.

Discover our range of manual car park barriers below.

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    Technical Details

    Maximum boom length 7 metres plain pole
    Construction Heavy duty steel box section
    Finish Zinc plated & polyester powder coated
    Installation Surface mounted ideal for concrete applications
    Counterweights Steel PPC counterweights
    Product weights Standard model – 54 kg (excluding counterweights)
    Handing options Left or right-handed (optional)
    Boom diameter Standard – 86mm x 60mm
    Skirting options Standard – MAX 6 metres
    Ambient humidity -10 degrees C to 60 degrees C
    External padlock Padlock brass 60mm long shackle c/w 3 keys
    Fixings M12 anchor shield bolts included
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    Applications of manual arm barriers

    Nowadays, automatic car park barriers are a very popular choice among industrial and commercial businesses, but sometimes the traditional solution is the best. As a low-maintenance and cost-effective access control solution, these manual vertical lift barriers are ideal for smaller businesses with less traffic and lower security requirements.

    So where can you typically find these barriers? Manual car park barriers are designed to restrict access in areas such as:

    Schools • Car parks • Business parks • Airports • Offices • Loading bays

    Benefits of manual car park barriers

    1. Completely customisable
    Whether it’s an office entrance or a car park, our manual arm barriers are totally customisable to perfectly fit your property. The arm lengths of our barriers vary between 3 and 7 metres, which means you can choose the ideal size for your available space.

    2. Simple and easy to use
    With a simple design and mechanism, these manual car park barriers are extremely easy to use. Anyone can operate these simple arm barriers, and since they can be locked in either the open or closed position, they don’t need to be manned by security staff. This makes manual car park barriers a very low-maintenance access control solution.

    3. Affordable
    This efficient solution cuts excess expenditure by eliminating running costs, as our manual barriers require no power to run. And by providing around-the-clock security, you save on staffing costs, too.

     

    If you’re hoping to save money on security and access control, choosing manual barriers is your best bet. Automatic barriers can be much more efficient, but this may not be worth the extra cost if you don’t get a lot of traffic on your site.

    Manual car park barrier installation, maintenance and aftercare

    Installation of manual car park barriers

    Expert Security UK’s installation of manual arm barriers is quick and simple. We will complete a survey of your area to make sure that our team of professionals can fit your manual barriers as efficiently as possible.

    Our expert team is trained to carry out car park barrier installations with the right duty of care, to ensure there is minimal disruption to you and your business.

     

    Manual arm barrier maintenance and aftercare

    At Expert Security UK, we not only offer comprehensive site surveys and installation services for manual barriers, but we also provide reliable, expert barrier maintenance and aftercare our customers can count on.

    Our security system maintenance cover includes: 

    • Free consultation and quotation
    • A fast, reliable and professional service
    • Use of our technical service department
    • Dedicated service & repair engineers with fully equipped service vehicles
    • Scheduled maintenance to your premises visits ensure minimal risk of unplanned breakdowns and unexpected costs, as we can advise when parts start to show wear and tear
    • Safety parts are regularly checked, reducing the risk of accidents and thus ensuring that workplace health and safety regulations are adhered to
    • Force Test Compliancy Reports
    • Risk Assessment Reports
    • Full Service Reports

    Why Choose Expert Security?

    Reliable
    Full-Circle Service

    From the initial design process to aftercare and maintenance, our dedicated teams will provide expert support throughout the entire purchase process.

    Competitive
    Pricing

    We always strive to give our customers value for money – without compromising on the quality.

    Modern
    Technology

    Every product you find at Expert Security UK features up-to-the-minute technology with sophisticated design.

    Bespoke Service

    We’re proud to give all our clients a service that is created with their specifications in mind. We never treat two customers the same.

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    Frequently asked questions

    • What is a manual car park barrier?

      A manual car park barrier is a type of vertical lift barrier that doesn’t require any electricity. Instead, it can be operated by hand.

    • How do manual car park barriers work?

      Manual car park barriers consist of a horizontal beam/bar/boom hinged at a vertical pillar that lifts upwards into a vertical position to grant vehicular access. These manual barriers are operated manually using their pivot mechanism and can be lifted or lowered with a key turn or handle. They come with an automatic locking system to keep them in the correct position, but you can secure them further with padlocks.

    • Are manual barriers vertical lift barriers?

      Manual barriers are also known as vertical lift barriers because of their vertical lifting mechanism. However, you can also find horizontal swing barriers, which are manual barriers that swing outwards instead of lifting vertically.

    • Should I choose manual barriers or automatic barriers?

      This will depend on your individual site requirements. Automatic barriers tend to be better for sites with heavier traffic flow because their operation is more efficient. However, manual barriers are a lot cheaper and quicker to install, so if you don’t get a lot of traffic at your premises, you could save money by opting for these manual vertical lift barriers.

    • How long will manual car park barrier installation take?

      Delivery and installation of your traffic barriers will depend on your particular site and project. Get in touch with us today for more personalised information.

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    worked with…

    We’re committed to providing a professional, efficient and consistent service for all our clients, from the first call to the last. That’s how we’ve been able to work on so many fundamental security projects up and down the country. These projects ensure the security of thousands of people and allow them to work in a safe environment.

    Our strong reputation means that today we provide bespoke security systems to some of the country’s leading institutions, including Warburtons, British Aerospace, and the NHS.