Press Release September, 2016
New Delta HD200 Barrier Features 0.63 Second EFO
Emergency Fast Operation (EFO) Provides Increased Safety against Terrorists Using Vehicles as Weapons
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PALMDALE, CALIF. – September, 2016 – Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, today announced that its newest vehicle access control barrier, the breakthrough HD200, was built for high traffic locations requiring rapid emergency fast operation (EFO) rates and open/close cycles. With a 0.63 second EFO and a 2-5 second normal operation rate, the HD200 is the fastest operating standard vehicle barrier in the market. In addition, it features a crash rating of ASTM M30/P1. That means it will bring to a full stop a 7.5 ton (6803.9 kg) medium duty truck traveling 30 mph (48.3 kph) in less than 3.3 feet (1 meter). In fact, the truck rebound after impacting the barrier was an incredible 11.5 feet.
The HD200 represents a major advancement in vehicle barrier performance. A vehicle traveling 30 mph moves approximately 44 feet per second, which means the barrier’s 0.63-second EFO speed is fast enough to stop and disable an attacking vehicle even if triggered within 50 feet of the barrier. Recent incidents, such as the tragedy in Nice, have highlighted the importance of rapid response capabilities in high-traffic and densely occupied locations. Facilities with heavy vehicular throughput require barriers that can open and close quickly and repeatedly, while also ensuring swift closure when pedestrian safety is at risk.
With a 24-inch (61 cm) shallow foundation and fully enclosed, flush mount design, the HD200 obviates the concerns of interference with buried pipes, power lines and fiber optic communication lines in urban applications. The shallow foundation also reduces installation complexity, time, materials and corresponding costs. The HD200 is perfect for high water table locations and areas with corrosive soils. It provides low maintenance as its totally enclosed face is easily removed for access.
Leveraging the latest technologies, the HD200’s breakthrough EFO can be remotely controlled via fiber optics, touch screen control panels, NEMA rated control button panels and simple key switches. The HD200 barrier also features a full range of diagnostic indicators for early detection of any difficulties.
As with most other Delta barricades and barriers that are properly maintained, projected life expectancy of the HD200 is 20+ years.
About Delta:
Delta Scientific Corporation is the leading manufacturer of vehicle access control equipment with over 260,000 square feet of production facilities in Palmdale, Calif. Delta’s three product lines consist of high-security vehicle barricade systems, parking control equipment and guard booths. Delta Scientific has been engineering and manufacturing vehicle access control equipment since 1974 and sells its products worldwide.
Corporate headquarters, equipment sales, systems engineering and technical service are located at 40355 Delta Lane, Palmdale, Calif.93551. Phone is (661) 575-1100. Website is deltascientific.com. Product installation and maintenance services are provided through Delta’s Tampa, Fla. office.
For More Information:
| Jeremy Andrews | Tom Brigham |
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| DELTA SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION (661) 575-1100 jeremy@deltascientific.com | BRIGHAM SCULLY (207) 945-5620 tbrigham@brighamscully.com |