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Bridge Barrier Types

Footbridges over busy roads, railway lines or watercourses need safety barriers to prevent falls from height, and some require anti-throw screens as well. All bridge barrier types must be
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8 Benefits of Designing with Tensile Barriers

Tensile barriers offer a range of benefits, some of which would not be achievable with standard commercial barrier materials like glass, Chainlink and perforated metal panels. Here are eight
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Stainless Steel Used in Architectural Design

Stainless steel materials such as Jakob Webnet mesh and wire rope cables do not have to be purely functional. They can support and even enhance a structure’s architectural design.
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Webnet Frames: Customisable, Easy to Install and Versatile

Webnet frames are an ideal solution where a robust, transparent, low-corrosion and low-maintenance barrier is required on structures such as walkways, bridges, or playgrounds. They consist of marine-grade stainless
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Bridge Safety Screens: Complying with the Regulations

Bridge safety screens on footbridges over roads and railway lines help prevent people from falling and objects from being thrown or dropped over the edge. State and territory governments
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Materials for Commercial Balustrades: 7 Things to Consider

Commercial balustrades or barriers can be constructed from a range of materials including glass, metal, timber, Chainlink, stainless steel wire, concrete, perspex, composite panelling and more. The material you
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Barrier Considerations for Footbridges Over Busy Roads

Barriers on footbridges over busy roads need to address multiple safety issues. This includes prevention of climbing and of objects being thrown or dropped over the edge onto passing
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Creating Community and Engagement with Activated Barriers

The use of multi-storey open design is growing in popularity in educational institutions. For example, vertical schools are popping up with increasing frequency, especially in inner-city areas where land
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Webnet Mesh Barriers for Sporting Fields and Playgrounds

Jakob’s Webnet mesh barriers can be used for a number of applications in sporting fields and playgrounds. This is because the material comes with the properties required of safety
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The Pros and Cons of Commercial Barrier Materials

When it comes to a safety barrier for fall protection, not all materials are created equal. You need to consider the performance of the material, and factor in visual
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