Lower the cost of roadside barriers up to 75%.
The
Nucor Steel Marion U.S. High Tension three-cable barrier system
offers a unique combination of effective protection, visual
appeal and overall economy in both median and right-side guide
rail applications.
- It offers a deflection of 2.3m, so it’s strong. Deflection
can be varied to meet road/terrain requirements.
- Utilizes strong (up to 100 KSI yield strength) yet economical
4 lb. Nucor Marion Steel® Rib-Bak® posts, galvanized
for long life.
- Its appearance makes it an attractive alternative to traditional
W-beam and concrete barriers.
- And then there’s cost - 50% to 75% less than
W-beam or concrete, and up to 20% less than other high-tension
cable systems.
The high-tension system utilizes cost-effective standard ¾” steel
cables, tensioned up to 5,600 lbs. (25KN), and attached to U-channel
steel posts by unique locking hook bolts that absorb energy
during crashes. It is anchored at both ends into FHWA approved
Cable Release Posts.There’s nothing else like it for performance,
looks or savings.
Only the U.S. High Tension Cable Barrier System
offers these performance and economy advantages:
- Easy to maintain and repair, so the lower installation costs
are augmented by continuing savings.
- NCHRP 350-approved system that tested superior in deflection
tests to competitive cable system that uses plastic inserts
instead of hook bolts.
- Posts can be driven in soil or installed in sleeves set in
asphalt or concrete foundations.
- Cables are stretched and tightened on site by turnbuckles.
Installers can customize deflections to meet site needs.
- The system is visually appealing and doesn’t block driver
visibility.
The
three high-tension cables are secured to steel posts by
specially designed hook bolts. Only the U.S. High-Tension system
utilizes strong (up to 100 KSI yield strength) yet economical
4 lb. Nucor Marion Steel® Rib-Bak® galvanized
steel posts
Anchoring
the cables at both ends are FHWA approved CRP breakaway end terminals. |
