RhinoStop Standard
Developed by Safe Direction, RhinoStop Standard combines the strength of w-beam guardrail with energy absorbing posts. The yielding behaviour of the RhinoStop baseplate absorbs vehicle impact energy, reducing the peak loads transferred to the anchor bolts. The deflection of the w-beam guardrail allows for greater load transfer to the adjacent posts, sharing the impact load from the vehicle.Â
RhinoStop Standard provides an economical crash barrier solution for shielding elevated parking areas and may be configured with handrail and mesh infill providing pedestrian fall protection. The fully modular system uses off-the-shelf components facilitating rapid supply and installation and can be customised on site to suit specific project dimensions.Â
Crash Test Evaluation
Vehicle Type
Vehicle Mass
impact speed
impact Height
impact angle
impact energy
Barrier Configuation
4 m w-beam supported by three (3) posts at 2.0 m centres positioned on the outside edge of a 150 mm elevated concrete slab.
6 m w-beam supported by four (4) posts at 2.0 m centres positioned on the outside edge of a 150 mm elevated concrete slab.
Vehicle Type
Vehicle Mass
impact speed
impact height
impact angle
Impact Energy
Barrier Configuation
4 m w-beam supported by three (3) posts at 2.0 m centres positioned on the outside edge of a 150 mm elevated concrete slab.
Vehicle Type
Vehicle Mass
impact speed
impact Height
impact angle
impact energy
Barrier Configuation
6 m w-beam supported by four (4) posts at 2.0 m centres positioned on the outside edge of a 150 mm elevated concrete slab.
Installation
Anchor Type
Drill Depth
Torque
Anchors per Post
Min. Concrete Slab Thickness
M20 Fischer FBN II
115 mm
200 Nm
1 off
150 mm
Anchor Type
M20 Fischer FBN II
Drill Depth
115 mm
Torque
200 Nm
Anchors per Post
1 off
Min. Concrete Slab Thickness
150 mm
Product Features
Australian Standard Compliant
Exceeds the 30 kN impact condition nominated in AS/NZS 1170.1, Clause 3.8.
Energy Absorbing
The yielding of the baseplate allows the system to deflect and absorb higher impact loads.
Innovative Design
Fully modular design can be configured with pedestrian fall protection up to 1300 mm high.
Reduced Anchor Loading
Nil damage to the anchors or 150 mm thick elevated slab following crash testing.
Australian Designed
Intellectual property developed and owned by Safe Direction.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a car park crash barrier?
Car park barriers are a specific range of safety barrier systems designed for the protection of people, buildings, plant and equipment. Their design and function are specific to vehicle movements encountered in a car park environment. Specifiers of a crash park crash barrier should consider that impacts are likely to be perpendicular to the barrier and impact damage should be confined to the barrier system and not the car park structure.
How does RhinoStop Standard work?
The yielding behaviour of the RhinoStop Standard baseplate absorbs vehicle impact energy, reducing the peak loads transferred to the anchor bolts. The deflection of the system allows for greater load transfer to the adjacent posts, sharing the impact load from the vehicle.
How does RhinoStop Standard compare to a rigid barrier system?
RhinoStop Standard posts are significantly stronger than similarly sized and anchored rigid posts. The vulnerability of rigid post systems is the high peak load transferred to the anchors upon vehicle impact. This can cause anchor failure, resulting in damage to the concrete substrate. Damage to the concrete substrate is difficult to repair and may compromise the structural integrity of the car park structure.
How many anchors does each RhinoStop Standard post require?
The RhinoStop Standard post incorporates a unique patented yielding base plate that minimises the peak loads transferred to the anchor bolts. Each RhinoStop Standard post is secured to the concrete slab with just one (1) M20 anchor bolt facilitating rapid installation and reducing the potential for conflict with concrete reinforcement.
Is RhinoStop Standard suitable for pedestrian areas?
Yes, the modular design of RhinoStop Standard can be assembled with a pedestrian handrail and mesh infill panels.
Can RhinoStop Standard be installed along the perimeter edge of a multi-storey car park?
Yes, RhinoStop Standard has been full-scale crash tested when installed along the edge of a 150 mm thick elevated concrete slab representing an elevated car park. This crash test configuration is designed to evaluate vehicle impact behaviour, potential for concrete edge failure and the suitability of the anchor embedment depth.
Why is it important to understand the crash test performance of a barrier system?
Crash testing is designed to evaluate the behaviour of the barrier and vehicle during a collision. It is important that the crash tested configuration is representative of a real-life installation. Therefore, a barrier promoted for use in a multi-storey car park should be assessed when installed on the edge of an elevated concrete deck. In addition, shorter installation lengths place a higher load on the supporting posts increasing the potential for failure. These considerations are adopted by Safe Direction for the crash test assessment of its RhinoStop product range.
What is the width of the RhinoStop Standard system?
The width of RhinoStop Standard measures just 160 mm reducing encroachment into the car parking spacing. When installed in multi-storey car parks, the back of the baseplate may be vertically aligned with the edge of the elevated concrete deck. The narrow system width also provides suitability for installation adjacent to pedestrian pathways and warehouse applications.
How is RhinoStop Standard manufactured?
RhinoStop Standard is an all-steel construction. The RhinoPosts and w-beam guardrails are hot dip galvanised.
What is the weight of each RhinoStop Standard post?
The RhinoStop Standard post weights just 15 kg. A handle-like grip facilitates ease of lifting and installation.
