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.
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.
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.
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.
First Wedge Barrier Test
Delta Scientific successfully crash tested our first wedge barried – Model TT207
First Bollard System & Sliding Gate Test
Delta Scientific successfully crash tested its first bollard system and sliding gate – Model TT210 & TT280
Delta Scientific Relocates
Delta outgrows original Burbank facility and moves to 52,000 sq ft plant in Valencia, CA.
Double our Size
Delta breaches the 100 employee mark – doubling its count from 1986 (53 employees)
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.
Second Relocation
Delta Scientific relocates headquarters from Valencia, CA to a new 250,000 sq. ft. facility in Palmdale, CA.
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.
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
First Open Frame Barricade Test
Delta Scientific successfully crash tested our f irst open frame barricade, model DSC550.
Providing Excellent Support
COVID-19 Pandemic. Delta never closes — staying open to support clients worldwide.
First Bi-Fold Speed Gate Test
Delta Scientific successfully crash tested our first bi-fold speed gate, model DSC8000.
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