Steel Barrier Innovation for over 25 years

History of Improvements in Crowd Control Products

Blockader has been a pioneer in the steel barrier industry for almost 30 years. We've continually introduced new innovations which have made steel barriers a more effective, customer-friendly crowd management tool.

Every new concept which has improved steel barriers was introduced into the marketplace by Blockader.

steel barrier innovations 1977

Bolt-on replaceable bases

The introduction of interchangeable bolt-on replacement bases for steel barricades increased the life-span of the barrier

steel barrier innovations 1978

Wheel base

Wheel bases make steel barriers easier to move

steel barrier innovations 1986

Painted Barriers

Moving beyond silver/grey barriers, a variety of color steel barricades attract attention and have longer life-span

steel barrier innovations 1987

Different Lengths

Blockader established the now-standard lengths for steel barricades: 1-meter, 2-meter, and 2.5-meter lengths

steel barrier innovations 1990

High Barrier

Blockader pioneered the 8-foot high portable steel barricades; a fencing option often used in sports stadium

steel barrier innovations 1990

Arches and swing gates

Gates and arches add functionality to a line of steel barriers, providing emergency access and the ability to designate entrances or special areas

steel barrier innovations 1991

Laser Cut Steel Signs

Steel signs provide an identification tool for inventory control of steel barriers

steel barrier innovations 1992

Custom Fit Barrier Jackets

Jackets add value to steel barricades, conveying messages or directions

steel barrier innovations 1993

Bolt on square stacking barriers

Square stacking barriers with bolt-on replaceable bases are easy to move and store

steel barrier innovations 1994

Barrier Carts

Save labor costs and time with carts for transporting Blockader steel barricades

steel barrier innovations 1998

Rubber stoppers on all Flat- and U-bases

Rubber inserts on barrier bases result in damage-free indoor use and reduce sliding

steel barrier innovations 1998

Three-way interlock hooks

The Blockader hooking system enables three steel barriers to be connected at one point

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