With BETONBLOCK® barrier moulds, you can produce concrete barriers for safely separating and closing off traffic flows and work areas. The well-known Jersey barrier has a distinctive profile and can be used for applications such as separating carriageways, roadblocks, diversions, and protecting road workers and pedestrians. The standard BETONBLOCK® barrier mould measures 200x54x90 cm. A partition wall can also be used to cast two barriers of approximately one metre in the same mould. Below, we answer the most frequently asked questions about barrier moulds, their applications, and accessories.
A concrete barrier is specifically designed to guide and separate traffic and to close off work areas. The distinctive profile of a Jersey barrier helps guide traffic along the separation. Ordinary concrete blocks, on the other hand, are used for a wide range of structures, such as walls, storage bays, and site boundaries. Retaining walls are L-shaped and are mainly used to retain soil, bridge changes in ground level, create storage facilities, and provide water barriers. The most suitable concrete solution therefore depends on the purpose and conditions of the project.
The standard BETONBLOCK® barrier mould measures 200x54x90 cm and produces a barrier that is two metres long. Where shorter elements offer greater flexibility, for example around bends or for smaller barriers, a partition wall can be used. This allows two barriers of approximately one metre to be cast in the same mould. When choosing the right version, you should consider the required length of the barrier line, the available space, the route layout, and how the barriers will be positioned and moved.
Concrete barriers are used for applications such as separating traffic lanes, roadblocks, diversions, and cordoning off work areas. They can also be used to shield pedestrians and road workers from passing traffic and to clearly separate temporary zones or sites. BETONBLOCK® states that barriers produced with these moulds are suitable for roads within built-up areas or situations with a maximum speed limit of 50 km/h. For every traffic management or security application, local regulations and project requirements must also be checked.
Yes, it is possible to produce connectable concrete barriers. Special steel connecting profiles can be placed in the barrier mould before casting. These profiles become embedded in the concrete during casting, allowing the finished barriers to be connected to one another. This makes it possible to combine several individual elements into a longer, continuous barrier line. The system is therefore suitable for projects where the required length may vary.
Concrete barriers provide a heavy-duty, robust physical separation and can also be used to guide traffic. Unlike temporary fencing, they create a solid division between traffic, pedestrians, and work areas, for example. Another practical advantage is that the barriers can be reused: cast-in lifting anchors or forklift recesses allow them to be moved and transported to another project. However, concrete barriers, metal guardrails, and temporary fencing each serve different purposes and have different safety classifications. The right solution must therefore always be selected based on the application, traffic situation, and applicable safety regulations.
BETONBLOCK® offers a range of accessories for producing, connecting, and handling concrete barriers. A connecting profile set allows you to produce connectable barriers, while a special filling aid makes filling the barrier mould easier. Other available items include a poker vibrator for compacting concrete, release oil and an oil pump, a casting table, a finishing beam, and a pressure washer. Forklift recess profiles can be used to move the barriers. Cast-in lifting anchors and compatible lifting equipment, such as anchor magnets, rubber sleeves, and universal lifting hooks, are also available. The accessories you need depend on your production process and on how the barriers will be moved and positioned after casting.