Armco Crash Barriers UK – Galvanised Steel Beams, Posts & Safety Ends

Armco crash barriers for car parks, warehouses and industrial environments across the UK. Heavy-duty, hot-dip galvanised steel beams, posts and safety ends supplied direct from Aremco — with optional professional installation.

Commercial-grade vehicle impact protection supplied nationwide without middleman mark-ups.

Why Buy Armco Barriers Direct From Aremco?

Unlike resellers, we supply Armco crash barrier systems direct to site across mainland UK.

• Heavy-duty galvanised steel components
• Reliable stock availability
• Custom beam runs and layouts
• Technical specification support
• Optional installation service

We help protect car parks, warehouses, loading bays and industrial estates with durable steel impact systems built for demanding environments.

Get a Fast Quote

Need pricing or lead time?

Send your beam lengths, post centres, layout drawings or site photos and we’ll respond quickly — usually the same working day.

📞 01384 566222
✉ sales@aremcobarriers.co.uk
Or use the quotation request form

What Is an Armco Crash Barrier?

An Armco crash barrier is a corrugated steel vehicle impact protection system designed to safeguard buildings, pedestrians and infrastructure from low-to-moderate speed vehicle strikes.

Commonly installed in:

• Car parks
• Warehouses
• Loading bays
• Service yards
• Retail parks
• Fuel zones
• Distribution centres

The system consists of galvanised corrugated steel beams mounted to steel posts, joined with M16 lap bolts and finished with fishtail, bullnose or pedestrian-safe ends.

Why Choose Armco Crash Barriers?

• Heavy-duty impact protection for cars, vans, forklifts and site traffic
• Modular system suitable for corners, step-downs and complex layouts
• Bolt-down or cast-in post options
• Pedestrian-safe end treatments available
• Custom beam runs and post centres
• Supplied direct across the UK

Standard Armco Components

Armco Beams

• 3.5m total beam length
• Approx. 3.2m effective coverage (overlap included)
• 310mm corrugated profile
• 2.7mm or 3.0mm steel gauge
• Hot-dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461
• Optional powder coating in RAL colours

Armco Posts

Available post options:

• Z-Section Bolt-Down
• RSJ / I-Beam Bolt-Down
• Z-Section Cast-In
• RSJ Cast-In

Standard heights:

• 560mm (forklift zones)
• 610mm (car parks)
• 760mm (HGV areas)
• 1100mm (double-height / high-risk zones)

Safety Ends

• Fishtail Ends
• Bullnose Ends
• Pedestrian-Safe Ends

Corners & Angles

• 90° internal corners
• 90° external corners
• Custom fabricated angles

Fixings & Hardware

• M16 lap bolts and nuts
• M16 post bolts and nuts
• Anchor bolts
• Optional buffer strips for vibration and paint protection

Typical Applications

Armco crash barriers are widely used for:

• Car park perimeters
• Warehouse wall protection
• Racking protection
• Loading dock protection
• Service yards
• Retail parks
• Public buildings and infrastructure

How to Specify Your Armco Barrier System

1. Measure the total run or post-centre lengths
2. Mark any corners or direction changes
3. Choose post type (bolt-down or cast-in)
4. Select barrier height
5. Choose end treatments

Alternatively, email a rough sketch or site photo and we’ll prepare the full parts list for you.

Installation Options

Whether you need supply only or a complete turnkey solution, we offer flexible installation options.

Supply Only

Ideal for contractors or in-house maintenance teams.

We supply the full Armco barrier kit including beams, posts, safety ends and fixings — clearly itemised to match your layout.

Send drawings or dimensions and we’ll prepare a full specification.

Supply & Install (Mainland UK)

Our installation team can manage:

• Site survey (if required)
• Supply of materials
• Professional installation
• Safe handover

Installation available across mainland UK.

Hybrid Option

We supply materials and provide technical support while your team installs.

Suitable where site labour is available but specification guidance is required.

Installation pricing can be included within your quote on request.

Delivery & Offloading Information

Due to the size and weight of Armco beams and posts, deliveries are made via pallet network or specialist carrier.

What to Expect

• Delivered securely packaged to protect the galvanised finish
• Offloading facilities required (forklift or suitable plant)
• Tail-lift delivery is not available for oversized items
• Failed delivery attempts may incur re-delivery charges

For larger beam runs or sites without suitable offloading equipment, a specialist vehicle may be required. We will advise this at quotation stage to ensure smooth delivery.

Delivery Included – Mainland UK

The price shown includes delivery to most mainland UK locations.

Some postcodes and remote areas are excluded from this standard rate. For a full list of affected regions, please view our Shipping & Delivery Policy before placing your order.

🔷 Ready to Order or Need a Better Rate?

Whether you’re ordering a single unit or pricing a full project, we’re here to help.

📞 Call 01384 566222
📩 Email sales@aremcobarriers.co.uk
Or use the quotation request form above.

Trade, bulk and project pricing available — speak to us directly for your best rate.

We’ll confirm specification, lead time, delivery cost and installation options.

Frequently Asked Questions – Armco Crash Barriers

What is a standard Armco beam length?

Standard Armco beams are 3.5 metres in total length, providing approximately 3.2 metres of effective coverage once overlapped and bolted.

Are your Armco crash barriers galvanised?

Yes. All standard components are hot-dip galvanised for long-term corrosion resistance. Powder coating in RAL colours is available if required.

What post types are available?

We supply Z-section and RSJ/I-beam posts in both bolt-down and cast-in configurations. The correct option depends on surface type, traffic level and impact risk.

What height should I choose?

Typical heights include:

• 560 mm for forklift protection
• 610 mm for car parks
• 760 mm for HGV areas
• 1100 mm for high-risk or double-height protection

We can advise based on your site requirements.

Do you offer installation?

Yes. We provide supply-only, supply-and-install, and hybrid options across mainland UK.

Can you help specify my beam runs?

Yes. Send your site dimensions, post centres or a rough sketch and we’ll prepare a full parts list including beams, posts, safety ends and fixings.

Are your Armco barriers suitable for indoor use?

Yes. Armco barriers are commonly installed inside warehouses to protect walls, racking and machinery from forklift impact.

Do you supply nationwide?

We supply Armco crash barrier systems across mainland UK. Some remote postcodes may incur a carriage surcharge — see our Shipping & Delivery Policy for details.

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