Our History

Leading Innovation

Delta Scientific Corporation is a leading provider of vehicle access control solutions, renowned for its innovative products designed to enhance perimeter security and protect critical infrastructure.

1974

Foundation

Founded by Harry D. Dickinson, a visionary entrepreneur, Delta Scientific has become synonymous with high-quality barriers, bollards, gates, and other physical security solutions. Dickinson, an industry pioneer with a passion for engineering and security, established Delta Scientific in 1974.

1977

Modular Traffic Controller

Delta Scientific achieves a significant milestone with the launch of the patented Modular Traffic Controller, commonly known today as parking lot spike teeth.

Modular Traffic Controller

1977

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US Patent #4,097,170A

SAFETY TRAFFIC CONTROLLER

1978

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US Patent #4,158,514A

MOTORIZED TIRE BARRIER AND SIGNAL BARRIER TRAFFIC-WAY CONTROLLER

1980

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US Patent #4,318,079A

MOTORIZED CURB BARRIER TRAFFIC-WAY CONTROLLER

1981

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US Patent #4,354,771A

HYDRAULIC SAFETY BARRIER TRAFFIC-WAY CONTROLLER

1983

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US Patent #4,490,068A

BOLLARD TRAFFIC-WAY BARRIER AND VEHICLE ARREST SYSTEM – TT210

1984

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US Patent #4,576,508

MANUALLY DEPRESSIBLE AUTOMATICALLY DEPLOYABLE SPRING BALANCED BOLLARD

1986

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US Patent #4,715,742A

Features a bollard system that operates manually or power controlled from a remote location by a vehicle sensor, serving as barriers to control vehicle access. These bollards comprised of cast in place foundation can withstand great impacts and are designed for ease of use and installation. This invention provides a simple yet effective means of enhancing security measures in various environments, from urban streets to private properties, ensuring controlled access and improved safety.

CABLE-BEAM TRAFFIC-WAY BARRIER – TT212 SERIES

1987

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US Patent #4,844,653A

The system employs cables and beams to establish a visible barrier for regulating traffic flow. Enhanced by vehicle arrest capabilities, these components work seamlessly together to optimize traffic management, ensuring smooth operation and preventing unauthorized access to restricted zones.

1984

U.S. Embassy

Delta Scientific sells their first wedge barrier, Model TT224, to the Department of State for a U.S. Embassy in Cairo, Egypt.

1985

First Wedge Barrier Test

Delta Scientific successfully crash tested our first wedge barried – Model TT207

1986

First Bollard System & Sliding Gate Test

Delta Scientific successfully crash tested its first bollard system and sliding gate – Model TT210 & TT280

1988

Delta Scientific Relocates

Delta outgrows original Burbank facility and moves to 52,000 sq ft plant in Valencia, CA.

1991

Double our Size

Delta breaches the 100 employee mark – doubling its count from 1986 (53 employees)

2004

US Air Force Contract

Delta Scientific embarks in an exclusive multi-million dollar global contract with the United States Air Force under the L-3 project using our DSC501 shallow foundation barrier protecting assets throughout the world.

2006

Second Relocation

Delta Scientific relocates headquarters from Valencia, CA to a new 250,000 sq. ft. facility in Palmdale, CA.

2010

US Army Contract

The US Army partners with Delta Scientific in a multi-million dollar contract to protect Forward Operating Bases in Afghanistan with our MP5000 portable barriers as well as our DSC7000 beam barriers.

2017

2000 Portable Barriers

Delta sells its 2000th MP5000 mobile portable vehicle barrier system.

ABOVE-GRADE MASS DISPLACEMENT TRAFFICWAY BARRIER – IP500

1999

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US Patent #6,382,869B1

PORTABLE BOLLARD AND BARRICADE SYSTEM

2017

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US Patent #10,407,852B2

PORTABLE BOLLARD AND BARRICADE SYSTEM – DSC1500

2018

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US Patent #2020165787A1

This new portable barricade system secures locations during short-term events while allowing authorized and emergency vehicles access.

130+

Countries

75+

Successful crash tests

18

U.S. & Int. patents

50+

Years Strong

160+

U.S. Embassies

45K+

Barrier Systems

2020

First Open Frame Barricade Test

Delta Scientific successfully crash tested our f irst open frame barricade, model DSC550.

2020

Providing Excellent Support

COVID-19 Pandemic. Delta never closes — staying open to support clients worldwide.

2024

First Bi-Fold Speed Gate Test

Delta Scientific successfully crash tested our first bi-fold speed gate, model DSC8000.

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