Variety of Function makes traffic bollards an effective solution for town planners

by johncaldwell | Oct 19, 2012 | Articles

The modern urban centre is a busy place. Keeping vehicle traffic separate from pedestrian traffic is one of the most important jobs of town planners. Traffic bollards are one of the primary means of keeping town and city streets decongested and safe. Around the world...

Hartecast uses only quality components in the manufacture of its stainless steel bollards.

by johncaldwell | Oct 19, 2012 | Articles

Stainless steel grade 316 is manufactured with higher levels of chromium which makes it more resistant to corrosion than the standard stainless steel used in manufacturing of household cutlery and other culinary implements. It is sometimes referred to as marine steel...

Parking bollards make more efficient use of urban space

by johncaldwell | Oct 19, 2012 | Articles

As the population of cities and other urban areas grow commercial districts become more centralised. This results in a greater density of commercial activity with shopping centres fighting with industrial and office parks for space. Making the most efficient use of...

Help to prepare Derry for City Of Culture 2013

by johncaldwell | May 30, 2012 | Latest News

Millions of pounds will be invested in Derry as it prepares for its 2013 role as UK City of Culture. Upgrading works at Queen’s Quay, have just been completed which will “transform a key part of the riverside”. Works have been carried out to upgrade street...

Multi-million pound Public Realm Scheme for Newry City Centre

by johncaldwell | May 30, 2012 | Latest News

The Public Realm Scheme will see a multi-million pound upgrade of Newry’s two main streets – Hill St and Monaghan St, including new footpaths, street furniture, trees, cycling facilities and a new lighting system. View Newry Case Study here.