RhinoStop Heavy Duty
RhinoStop Heavy Duty is designed to withstand high speed impacts typically encountered at the ends of ramps and straight aisles in car parking areas. These areas are prone to vehicle speeds up to 30 km/h and therefore require a barrier system with increased capacity.
The energy absorbing baseplate and w-beam guardrail used in the design of RhinoStop Heavy Duty allows the system to absorb higher impact loads. The yielding behaviour of the baseplate reduces the peak loads transferred to the anchor bolts preventing damage to the concrete foundation.
Crash Test Evaluation
Vehicle Type
Vehicle Mass
impact speed
impact Height
impact angle
impact energy
Barrier Configuation
4 m w-beam supported by six (6) posts at 0.8 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 six (6) posts at 0.8 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
2 off
150 mm
Anchor Type
M20 Fischer FBN II
Drill Depth
115 mm
Torque
200 Nm
Anchors per Post
2 off
Min. Concrete Slab Thickness
150 mm
Product Features
Australian Standard Compliant
Exceeds the 240 kN impact condition nominated in AS/NZS 1170.1, Clause 3.8.
High Speed Performance
Demonstrated containment of a 2,000 kg pick-up truck travelling at 30 km/h.
Energy Absorbing
The yielding of the baseplate allows the system to deflect and absorb higher impact loads.
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
How does RhinoStop Heavy Duty work?
The yielding behaviour of the RhinoStop Heavy Duty 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.
What is Type F, 240 kN as referenced in AS/NZS 1170.1.
AS/NZS 1170.1 states that barriers at the end of straight ramps exceeding 20 m in length and intended for downward travel are required to withstand a horizontal load of 240 kN. This impact force shall be distributed over a 1.5 m length at any position along the barrier and shall be assumed to act at 0.5 m above floor level. The 240 kN impact load is derived from a 2000 kg vehicle travelling at 6 m/s (21.6 km/h).
Why is RhinoStop Heavy Duty superior to other crash barrier systems?
RhinoStop Heavy Duty has demonstrated containment of a 2000 kg dual cab utility vehicle travelling at 30 km/h and impacting the barrier at 90 degrees. Crash testing was performed with the crash barrier system installed on the perimeter edge of a 150 mm thick elevated concrete slab. There was no damage to the anchors which were reusable.
Why is it important to consider higher speeds when selecting a crash barrier system?
Modern vehicles can accelerate to a high speed over a short distance. In car parks featuring long aisles or straight down ramps, vehicles can readily achieve speeds of up to 30 km/h. The ability of RhinoStop Heavy Duty to withstand a high-speed impact considers a worst-case impact condition.
Is RhinoStop Heavy Duty suitable for pedestrian areas?
Yes, the modular design of RhinoStop Heavy Duty can be configured with a pedestrian handrail and mesh infill panels.
Can RhinoStop Heavy Duty be installed along the perimeter edge of a multi-storey car park?
Yes, RhinoStop Heavy Duty has been full-scale crash tested when installed along the edge of a 150 mm thick elevated concrete deck 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 consider 2000 kg vehicle containment when selecting a crash barrier system?
The average weight of new vehicle sold in Australia is approximately 2000 kg as the vehicle fleet continues to shift towards SUVs and dual cab utility vehicles. It is therefore important that the specified car park barrier has demonstrated the ability to withstand these heavier vehicle impacts.
How is RhinoStop Heavy Duty manufactured?
RhinoStop Heavy Duty is an all-steel construction. The energy absorbing posts and w-beam guardrails are hot dip galvanised providing a durable finish.
What is the post spacing to withstand an impact with a 2000 kg vehicle travelling at 30km/h?
The spacing of the posts to withstand this impact condition is 800 mm centres.
Can RhinoStop Heavy Duty be used in combination with RhinoStop Standard?
Yes. The alignment of the w-beam guardrail does not change when RhinoStop Standard posts are substituted for RhinoStop Heavy Duty posts. This allows designers to install the RhinoStop Heavy Duty posts at locations throughout the system where higher speed impacts are possible, including opposite down ramps and at the ends of parking aisles.
