Beaverswood Heavy-Duty Safety Posts for Workplace Efficiency

Every busy warehouse, factory, or healthcare facility knows the risks of unprotected corners and vulnerable structures – from costly vehicle collisions to dangerous workplace accidents. The FDP/Y Flexible Safety Post from Beaverswood transforms these hazards into protected zones with intelligent engineering. Designed by Britain’s leading industrial workplace specialists, these high-visibility posts absorb impacts without permanent damage, keeping your operations running smoothly while safeguarding staff and assets. Trusted for over 40 years by NHS trusts, major retailers, and manufacturing giants, Beaverswood delivers solutions that combine unrivalled durability with proactive safety management.

Key Benefits & Value Proposition

• Maximise asset protection – Polyurethane construction flexes under impact (up to 2.5 tonnes) and returns to shape, preventing costly damage to vehicles and infrastructure
• Reduce workplace accidents – 80mm diameter posts with high-visibility colours (yellow, red, or white) improve hazard recognition by 60% compared to standard bollards
• Streamline compliance – Meets HSE guidelines for traffic routes and hazard marking, simplifying your next safety audit
• Enforce clear pathways – 1000mm height creates visible barriers for forklifts and trolleys without obstructing sightlines
• Minimise maintenance – Weather-resistant polyurethane withstands temperatures from -30°C to 60°C with zero corrosion or fading
• Simplify installation – Includes three anchor bolts for secure concrete/tarmac fitting (15-minute setup per post)

Comprehensive Technical Specifications

• Material: Industrial-grade polyurethane (BS EN ISO 9001 certified)
• Dimensions: 80mm diameter × 1000mm height (above ground)
• Load Rating: Withstands repeated impacts up to 2.5 tonnes
• Anchoring: 3× M12 galvanised bolts included (suit 150mm embedment depth)
• Environmental: UV-stabilised for outdoor use, resistant to oils and mild chemicals
• Colours: Fluorescent yellow (RAL 1026), signal red (RAL 3024), or white (RAL 9010)

Real-World Applications

• Distribution Centres: Protect racking corners from forklift collisions in narrow aisles
• Hospitals: Mark vulnerable equipment zones without creating trip hazards
• Retail Warehouses: Guide loading bay traffic flow while absorbing pallet truck impacts
• Schools/Universities: Safeguard building corners in high-footfall pedestrian areas
• Manufacturing Plants: Create visible barriers around machinery without rigid obstructions

Professional Installation & Setup

Requires only a drill, wrench, and standard concrete/tarmac cutting tools. Posts anchor securely in three simple steps: 1) Mark position, 2) Drill holes, 3) Bolt in place. No specialist training needed – maintenance involves occasional cleaning with mild detergent.

Compliance & Certifications

• Manufactured to BS EN ISO 9001 quality standards
• Compliant with HSE Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992
• Exceeds visibility requirements under ISO 7010 safety signage standards
• Backed by Beaverswood’s 5-year structural integrity warranty

The Beaverswood Advantage

When your workplace safety reputation matters, specify British-engineered protection. Beaverswood’s FDP/Y posts represent four decades of solving real industrial challenges for clients like Jaguar Land Rover, Royal Mail, and NHS Scotland. Every product supports UK manufacturing jobs and comes with expert guidance from our safety specialists. Upgrade to impact intelligence – request your sample today.