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Vehicle barriers for buildings are an excellent tool for improving security around a structure. They can be either permanent or portable, allowing for added flexibility without compromising security. Delta Scientific offers the highest security vehicle barriers on the market. What are vehicle barriers for buildings? Vehicle barrier devices are designed to protect individuals from vehicle traffic. They are very popular in locations where lots of children or seniors are present, such as at scho...

Crash gates are commonly used to prevent traffic in secure areas. They can withstand substantial impacts without allowing vehicles through. What Is a Crash Gate? A crash gate is a specific type of barrier system designed to stop vehicle traffic. They enhance the security of defined areas by preventing entry to unauthorized parties. There are multiple types of crash gates, and each one has specific features that might make it a good choice for a specific installation. Bollards, wedge barriers,...

In late August, the Democratic National Convention drew capacity crowds to Chicago’s United Center. Protection for its high-profile guests came from multiple law enforcement agencies. Considering the state of domestic and international strife, protests, and the July assassination attempt on former President Trump, the city and DNC’s security concerns were justified. Delta Scientific’s portable safety barriers helped ensure top security at the event. Law enforcement agencies...

Bollards, those waist-high posts standing guard along city streets and around important buildings, offer security and can add a touch of urban design; however, they’re often a permanent fixture. What if users need a security barrier only for a temporary period? That’s where removable bollards offer the perfect solution! With removable bollards, users can outline their event space or business area with sleek yet sturdy barriers that users can easily pop in as needed or store away whe...

Parking lot security is paramount to a business’s or company’s safety and success. It can help keep not only the property but also the people safe. Ample security in and out of parking bays, garages, lots, and spaces helps keep the business free from crime and vandalism. Finding the best ways to improve parking lot security has many benefits. It gives users better peace of mind and helps employees or customers feel safer. It also prevents future issues by directing traffic and reduc...

Traffic control devices are essential in guiding drivers, managing the flow of traffic, and keeping people safe while on the road. Understanding what traffic control devices are, where they can be beneficial, and which control devices to choose for different scenarios can help business owners, event organisers, and other people create safer communities. What is a traffic control device? A traffic control device can refer to any sign, signal, marking, or other equipment placed on or near a r...

Parking bollards are key tools for limiting vehicle access, protecting properties, and keeping pedestrians and other drivers safe. However, there are several different types of parking bollards available, with different pros and cons for each one. It’s important to understand where parking bollards are most useful to evaluate whether a specific type is the right solution. What types of parking bollards are there? At Delta Scientific, they offer several kinds of parking bollards, each d...

Listening to musicians perform live and sharing the experience with others can be a special experience. However, rowdy crowds can become dangerous. Terroristic vehicle ramming attacks are unfortunately more common, and concert venues can present a soft target. They at Delta Scientific offer several barricade options to help keep musicians and attendees safe at your next concert. How Do They Choose Barricades for the Concert Venue? There are several factors that you should take into considerat...

Breaches of physical security on military bases by unauthorized personnel are more common than the average civilian may realize. Unauthorized personnel may wish to steal military information for a foreign power or just cause chaos by committing violence. They at Delta Scientific understand the risks that these breaches pose to national security. The barricades have a role in preventing and thwarting such breaches. The Latest Military Base Breach On May 3rd, 2024, two individuals arrived...

Many organizations in the public and private sectors have adopted a tiered approach to physical security. Where there is a tiered approach, there are several perimeter barriers in place to prevent access by unauthorized personnel. Anti-ram barriers are examples of these perimeter barriers. If they are unfamiliar with physical security concepts, they offer this introduction to anti-ram vehicle barriers. What is an anti-ram vehicle barrier? An anti-ram barrier is one that can stop a vehicle tra...

When they purchase bollards from Delta Scientific, they make an investment in safety. They protect their employees, clients, or constituents from collisions with speeding vehicles. They also protect themselves from liability that they may face as a result of such a collision taking place on the property. As a responsible property owner or manager, they should consider the bollard installation cost when planning their budget. 4 Factors That Can Affect Bollard Installation Cost The total cost t...

Delta Scientific, the pioneering manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used globally, announced that on Monday, April 1st, a DSC501 High-Security Barricade stopped an unauthorized vehicle from entering an FBI field facility in Atlanta, Georgia. According to officials, the orange Buick Encore tried to follow an FBI employee’s car into the facility before being stopped by the Delta DSC501 barrier. The driver was then apprehended by special agents who were in the immediat...

Delta Scientific, the manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used globally, announced their DSC8000 shallow foundation bi-fold speed gate has successfully achieved an M30/P1 designation with negative penetration. DSC8000 The DSC8000 was tested to the new ASTM F2656-20 standard, which measures the penetration level from the edge of the barrier versus the back-side of the barrier of the previous standard. This can provide a difference of up to five additional feet (1.52...

Delta’s new DSC8000 bi-fold speed gate is designed to fit into tight spaces and allow moderate to heavy vehicle throughput. With an adjustable opening time of 6 seconds, the user's facility can easily handle up to 180 cars per hour. Clear openings up to 24’ can be covered with a dual hinge design where the gate panels meet in the middle. Full-clad panels or DOS anti-climb picketed infills are available to match the architecture of the surrounding facility. The drive mechanism for t...

The Global Security Exchange (GSX 2022) in Atlanta in September 2022 is the latest example of the energetic post-COVID resurgence of security trade shows. On the vibrant show flow, discussions centered on topics such as the security industry’s need for more employees and the lingering impact of a months-long supply chain crisis. Against a backdrop of continuing industry challenges, exhibitors and attendees were diverted by a wealth of new opportunities as the industry rebounded. Several m...

Delta Scientific, the manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, announces that its DSC550 barrier which will stop a 15,000 pound (66.7 Km) vehicle traveling 50 mph (80 kph) has just met the criteria of the United States Department of State for continuous operations of 1 million cycles. The Open Frame DSC550 was tested from September 2021 through April 2022, outside, exposed to full sunlight, and the effects of climatic conditions. C...

Supply chain issues have plagued the economic recovery during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, and the problems show every indication of persisting for months or even years to come. Supply chain challenges have impacted the security marketplace in many ways, reflecting the breadth and variety of products needed to secure people, facilities, and assets. Wondering about the specifics of that impact, we asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: How does disruption of the global supply chain...

Delta Scientific, the manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, announces they successfully tested a 16’ version of their DSC550 shallow foundation open frame barrier to M50/P1. Delta originally tested the 10-foot DSC550 in July of 2020. The test was necessary to prove that the DSC550 will withstand the same impact at an increased length. In fact, the barrier was a bit stronger at this length producing a negative 1.1 foot leve...

Here’s a news flash: 2022 will be a pivotal year for the security industry. As we enter the new year, continuing change is a safe prediction for any fast-moving, technology-driven marketplace. Recent history confirms the ability of the security industry to shift and adapt to changing conditions and to provide an ever-expanding menu of technology solutions to make the world a safer place. Given that the new year will bring change, what will that change encompass? More to the point, what sho...

The Nation’s Seaports and Airports throughput thousands of people and billions of dollars worth of materials every day. These ports comprise massive plots of land located amongst densely populated communities. Seaports can see throughput of more than a thousand trucks on any given day, while airports need to accommodate often erratic traffic consisting of support vehicles, fire trucks, and heavy equipment. Securing these facilities requires a varied combination of crash rated barriers. At...

As the need for counter terrorist devices grew, Delta Scientific Corporation (Delta Scientific) answered the call and began building and crash testing barriers that would stop an attacking vehicle, allowing no infiltration to the premises. Over the years, Delta Scientific has designed, patented, and crash tested numerous barriers, to meet the needs of specific government agencies and facilities. Collaboration with US agencies Over the last few decades, Delta Scientific has worked with many bra...

From airports to embassies, from warehouses to depots, Delta crash-rated gates stop unauthorized pedestrians and vehicles from entering places that they don't belong. Some models operate without contact with the ground across the opening, one is a manually operated swing gate and others operate with rack and pinion drives across V-groove wheel ground tracks while incorporating IR safety beam and safety edges. Swing versions are also available. The clear openings range from 12 to 30 feet (3,657...

Perimeter security is the first line of defense against intruders entering a business or premises. Traditionally associated with low-tech options such as fencing, the field of perimeter security has expanded in recent years and now encompasses a range of high-tech options. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the latest trends in perimeter security technology?

Large public events were out of the question during the depths of the pandemic. However, public events are likely to experience a resurgence along with a more optimistic outlook in the coming months. In addition, there will likely be pent-up enthusiasm for these events among individuals weary from months of isolation. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the security challenges of public events planners in 2021?

The DSC550 was tested to the new ASTM F2656-20 standard which measures the penetration level from the foremost edge of the barrier versus the back-side of the barrier like the previous standard. This can provide a difference of (1.52 m.) and makes the negative penetration level even more impressive. Design and features The DSC550 Open Frame barrier features a shallow foundation of only 24 inches (61 cm). The open-frame design additionally provides a unique counter-balance design with no spring...

A result of the COVID-19 pandemic has been fewer crowds gathering for outdoor events. However, sooner or later, crowded events will surge, as will the danger of injury or death from vehicle attacks. The threats of vehicular violence are still present even though collisions have become less frequent and traffic, in general, is at a significant low. Preparing for such instances remains a high priority, and institutions are seeking to take a preemptive stance to prevent major incidents before the...

Delta Scientific, the manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, announces that they have reached a milestone in achieving job number 10,000. That translates to over 9,800 wedge barricades, 1,100 gates, 5,300 beam barriers, 23,000 bollards and thousands of traffic spikes and gate arms. The first order was entered into the system in 1974 for what is now the Sabre Tooth Traffic Control with Tire Spikes that enforces ‘One Way&rsqu...

Traditionally, dealer-installers and/or integrators provide the front line of support to end user customers after a sale. Because integrators assemble and provide the “solution” – often using products from multiple manufacturers – they are most familiar with the total system and can troubleshoot any problems. However, manufacturers may be better equipped to deal with specific problems after a sale and also to provide a variety of resources to end-users. It’s a delic...

Protecting the oil and gas market is key to a thriving economy. The list of security challenges for oil and gas requires the best technology solutions our industry has to offer, from physical barriers to video systems to cybersecurity. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the security challenges of the oil and gas market?

Delta Scientific, the manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, announces that Bradley Air National Guard Base in East Granby, Connecticut., has installed a Delta Scientific HD300EM shallow mount wedge barricade system at the home of the ‘Flying Yankees,’ the 103rd Airlift Wing, the third-oldest Air National Guard unit in the country. Installed by American Barrier and Controls LLC, Foxboro, Massachusetts., the ‘Sto...