Bollards (or parking space guardrails) are often used in parking lots to protect parking spaces, guide parking flow lines, and prevent illegal parking. However, many people tend to fall into some common misunderstandings when purchasing or using bollards. Have you encountered these problems? Here are some common bollard misunderstandings:
1. Misunderstanding 1: Bollards only look at the appearance and ignore functionality
Problem analysis: When choosing bollards, some people may pay more attention to its appearance design, thinking that as long as it looks good, it will be fine. In fact, the functionality, material, durability, etc. of the bollard are more important. A beautiful but poor quality bollard may be damaged by external force collision or weather factors in a short time.
Correct approach: Priority should be given to the material of the bollard (such as stainless steel, aluminum alloy or high-strength plastic), as well as its impact resistance and weather resistance.
2. Misunderstanding 2: The higher the bollard, the better
Problem analysis: Many people believe that the higher the bollard, the more effective it is in preventing vehicles from crossing or occupying parking spaces. However, if the height of the bollard is too high, it may affect the line of sight, especially when driving in the parking lot. The high bollard is easy to cause visual blind spots and increase the risk of accidents.
Correct approach: The height of the bollard should be adjusted according to the specific use environment. Generally, the height of the bollard should be coordinated with the surrounding environment to avoid being too high or too low. The height of the standard bollard is usually between 0.7 meters and 1.2 meters.
3. Myth 3: The installation position of the bollard is random
Problem analysis: Some parking lots or car owners may choose the location at will when installing the bollard, ignoring the consideration of the parking lot flow line and the convenience of vehicle access. The wrong installation location may cause the driver to be unable to park smoothly or cause a waste of parking space.
Correct approach: The installation location of the bollard should meet the standard size of the parking space and avoid obstructing vehicle access. It is best to plan according to the actual layout of the parking lot to ensure the maximum use of space.
4. Myth 4: The bollard does not need regular maintenance
Problem analysis: Some car owners or managers believe that the bollard does not need to be managed after installation, ignoring regular inspection and maintenance. In fact, bollards exposed to sunlight, rain and other natural environments for a long time may cause aging, corrosion and other problems.
Correct approach: Regularly check the stability, surface condition and functionality of the bollards, clean stains in time, especially after bad weather to check whether they are damaged or loose.
5. Myth 5: Bollards do not need anti-collision design
Problem analysis: Some bollards are installed without considering anti-collision design, or materials that lack buffering effect are selected. Even if such bollards look strong, once they are hit, it is easy to cause double damage to the vehicle and the bollard.
Correct approach: Choose bollards with anti-collision design, such as using elastic materials or installing buffer devices, which can effectively reduce the damage caused by collisio
6. Myth 6: Bollard installation does not meet specifications
Problem analysis: Some merchants or car owners do not follow the relevant installation standards and specifications when installing bollards, such as inappropriate spacing and unstable installation methods, which may cause the bollards to not have the protective effect they should have.
Correct approach: Make sure that the spacing of the bollards meets the design standards of the parking lot, and they need to be firmly fixed during installation to avoid loosening or tilting of the bollards due to improper use or uneven force.
7. Myth 7: Choosing the wrong type of bollard
Problem analysis: Different parking lots or usage environments require different types of bollards. For example, some bollards are suitable for long-term outdoor exposure, while others are suitable for garages or indoor parking lots. Blindly choosing inappropriate bollards may cause the bollards to fail to function and even affect the overall parking experience.
Correct approach: Choose bollards according to the actual usage scenario. For example, outdoor parking lots should choose bollards with strong weather resistance and corrosion resistance, while indoor garages can choose bollards with compact structures.
Although bollards look simple, multiple factors should be considered when purchasing and installing them to avoid only looking at the surface and ignoring the functionality and safety in actual use. After understanding these misunderstandings, you can be more rational and efficient when purchasing and using bollards. If you need to install bollards, it is best to choose a reputable manufacturer and ensure that the installation is compliant and reasonable, so as to maximize the use effect of the bollards.
Have you encountered these misunderstandings when choosing bollards?
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Post time: Sep-23-2025
