EAB Specifications
Designed Test Level
Energy Absorbing Bollards (EAB’s) have an accepted NCHRP 350 Test Level
Spacing Requirements
Spacing requirements may vary depending on job specific requirements.
However, the suppliers recommended spacings are as follows:
- 600mm spacing of the bollard post centres from the curbing (to ensure cyclist safety).
- 1400mm spacing between bollard post centres
Cartridge Requirements
The cartridge is collapsible and is designed to be replaced after impact.
| Cartridge Diameter | |
| Top | 355mm |
| Bottom | 165mm |
Footing Requirements
- The cartridge is mounted in a permanent concrete footing with a diameter of 600mm and a minimum depth of 1000mm.
- It is recommended that the bottom 300mm of concrete footing be 25MPa strength concrete.
- Minimum allowable strength is 20MPa concrete for remainder of footing.