RhinoStop® Sky-Edge Guardrail

The unique design of RhinoStop SkyEdge positions the crash barrier on the outer edge of the carpark deck. The alignment of the w-beam guardrail with the edge of the deck ensures the barrier does not encroach into valuable space allocated for car parking. RhinoStop SkyEdge has become the preferred solution for upgrading existing carparks that have limited floor space and cannot accommodate the additional width of a safety barrier system.

The yielding behaviour of the RhinoStop SkyEdge baseplate absorbs vehicle impact energy, reducing the peak loads transferred to the anchor bolts. The system may be configured with handrail and mesh infill providing pedestrian fall protection along the permitter edge of elevated carparks. 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.

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Features

  • Crash tested to exceed the 30kN impact condition nominated in AS/NZS 1170.1, Clause 3.8. 
  • Zero footprint barrier that does not encroach into the parking space.
  • The yielding of the baseplate allows the system to deflect and absorb higher impact loads.
  • Fully modular design, can be configured with pedestrian fall protection up to 1300 mm high.
  • All steel construction providing long term durability.
  • Fewer anchor bolts when compared to traditional rigid post systems.

CRASH TEST PERFORMANCE:

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INSTALLATION:

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RhinoStop® Sky-Edge FAQs

Can RhinoStop SkyEdge be installed along the perimeter edge of a multi-storey car park?

Yes, RhinoStop SkyEdge has been full-scale crash tested when installed along the edge of a 150mm thick elevated concrete slab representing an elevated car park. This crash test configuration is designed to evaluate vehicle impact behaviour as the system deflects beyond the edge of the car park structure.

Can RhinoStop SkyEdge be installed with a handrail system?

Yes. If RhinoStop SkyEdge is installed to shield a drop to a lower level and the area is frequented by pedestrians, the barrier may be installed with a handrail and mesh infill providing pedestrian fall protection.

What is the footprint of RhinoStop SkyEdge?

Since RhinoStop SkyEdge positions the post on the outer edge of the elevated concrete deck, the system can be considered a zero-footprint barrier. This is an important consideration when retrofitting to existing car parks where space may be limited and car parking spaces cannot be reduced.

A 1500kg passenger car travelling at 15km/h was impacted on one (1) w-beam guardrail panel supported by three (3) Sky-Edge posts. The height of impact was 0.5m above ground level.

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. 

  • The Sky-Edge posts are installed on the outside edge of 150mm thick, suspended concrete slab, thoroughly evaluating the potential for concrete edge failure and the suitability of the anchor embedment depth.
  • Vehicle impacts are performed at up to twice the speed nominated by AS/NZS 1170.1.
  • Short-length barrier systems, designed to distribute the impact load on fewer posts and produce the largest system deflection.
How is RhinoStop SkyEdge manufactured?

RhinoStop SkyEdge is an all-steel construction. The RhinoStop SkyEdge posts and w-beam guardrails are hot dip galvanised.

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