What’s a WonderWall Barrier? 

Our WonderWall Barrier is a heavy duty, and extremely durable barrier system usually seen in temporary traffic control situations. Completely compliant with the BSEN8442 (British or UK regulatory code AKA British Standard European Norm) requirements, our WonderWall Barrier is one of our most popular products. 

Weighing in at 21.3kg,......

The HOG 600 barrier is a great edition to the water filled barrier range by Ibex Supplies. Robust and long-lasting it has the capacity to hold 55 litres of water, shown by its handy fill-line indicator. 

The easy to use interlocking hook-and-eye design, makes deployment fast for a single operative; the HOG 600 weighs just 5.5kg when empty yet increases to a hefty......

It can be a little complicated sometimes, to know the rules and regulations regarding barriers and signage. Making sure you have the adequate barriers to comply, that they are coloured and signed correctly can be a bit of a minefield. You want to get it right.  Thankfully Ibex have pieced together some of the basics in safety barrier expertise, namely Chapter 8 Barriers. 

I don’t know what Chapter 8 is, do I need to follow it?

If you’re working where your......

What is SafeMat?

SafeMat from Ibex Supplies is one of the best value-for-money ground protection and access mats on the market. SafeMat Ground protection can be placed over grassy muddy areas to protect the ground underneath from further damage.  

SafeMat matting is commonly used for moving large machinery and vehicles over soft ground, taking weights of up to 120......

What is a Rota Block Mini? 

Rota Block Mini is a waterfilled barrier made from MDPE – Medium Density Polyethylene. You may have seen MDPE before in blue piping since it is often used in plumbing because of its great resistance to corrosion when being used with water consistently. 

MDPE is lightweight and has a specific density, its high shock-and-drop resistance......

What is an RB22 Barrier?

An RB22 Crash Barrier, is just one of our brilliant products from our range of water-filled barriers. They are sturdy plastic barriers made from UV stabilised polyethylene; helping provide security for your site, directing crowd and traffic control. They are often used on construction sites, roads and highways and at public events for safety separation.......

Why is an overhead warning system needed?

Safety guidance is the most important factor on any given site. Contractors and members of the public that may encounter your site, need to be safe, secure and not come to any harm. Every year workers are killed or seriously injured when they come into contact with live overhead electric power lines.  An overhead wire does not need to be touched to cause serious injury as electricity can jump across small gaps.......

What are Evo 55 Barriers?

Evo 55 Barriers are deployed for protecting road users and pedestrians from potentially hazardous areas such as repairs or maintenance to walkways and roads. Not only do they help projects run more smoothly, but it helps to protect the area and nearby locations from accidents. 

The Evo 55 is one of our lightest barriers when empty; weighing in at......

What are Danger Overhead Traffic Cones? 

Danger overhead traffic cones are used to warn of overhead structures and obstacles such as power cables; they are usually seen where Over Head Guardian Goal Posts are present.  Every year workers are killed or seriously injured when they come into contact with live......

Crowd control – Do you know how to manage crowds safely? 

In a group setting, crowd control often makes us, as pedestrians; feel safer, more secure and confident in the space we are in. Be it passing through a bustling high street, a festival, a shopping centre, airport or even in a busy workplace we need to feel protected. Industries now need to get a handle on effective crowd control management. 

Effective crowd management is directing expected......