SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

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1 SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

2 ASSET International is part of the Hill & Smith Infrastructure Products Group. The Vehicle Restraint Systems division of the business was established in 1998 to provide temporary safety barriers to the highways sector. ASSET provides a full installation service from strategically located depots around the UK and Ireland. ASSET is the leading supplier of temporary safety barriers in the UK. ASSET also supply and install special low deflection permanent safety barriers, easy opening vehicular gates and crash cushions. The range is ASSET s leading product and is complemented by M.A.S.S. temporary barriers for lower speed roads, SINGLE SIDED permanent system, static crash cushions and easy opening gates for concrete barriers. ASSET s success is built upon providing cost-effective solutions to client requirements, backed up by professionally qualified engineers. Our reputation and service is unrivalled, with all products fully tested and approved. ASSET INTERNATIONAL VEHICLE RESTRAINT SYSTEMS VARIOGUARD M1 Jnc 30-31, Sheffield SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

3 I n n O V A T I V E S O l U T I O n S T O S A F E T Y A P P l I C A T I O n S ASSET International 2 Health and safety 4 ZOnEGUARD 6 Temporary 8 ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation 10 Permanent 12 Single Sided 14 SOlOGUARD 16 M.A.S.S. 18 QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 2

4 S A F E T Y C O M E S F I R S T - F R E E S I T E S U R V E Y S Health and Safety Innovative solutions to new safety applications. ASSET International understand individual needs, working closely with main contractors and major traffic management companies throughout the country. ASSET undertake every type of installation possible, from tunnel applications to narrow verges. With our extensive range of barrier systems ASSET has a solution for most applications. With many years of experience, servicing thousands of sites across the UK, ASSET is the leading expert in this market. ASSET is accredited to both CHAS and TIVA, and employ professional Health & Safety staff. All installers are trained and hold Sector Scheme 2(b) VRS tickets for installation and CSCS cards. As part of ASSET s continuous improvement programme we are always updating and improving our systematic training regime. With the Work-At-Height Regulations in force from April 2005, ASSET increased safety measures by equipping our vehicles with specialist safety frame fall arrest equipment. All of these frames are tested as required by LOLER regulations. Safety frames and harness system for safety installation SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

5 ASSET International 2 Health and safety 4 ZOnEGUARD 6 Temporary 8 ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation 10 Permanent 12 Single Sided 14 SOlOGUARD 16 M.A.S.S. 18 QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 4

6 E n T E S T E D A n D A P P R O V E D P R O D U C T S Installation, A14, Kettering SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

7 ZONEGUARD Successfully tested to En1317 Standard and accepted by UK Highways Agency and tested to USA standard nchrp 350 and MASH 08, Federal Highway Administration accepted to Tl-4 and Test level (Tl)-3 and Tl-4, ZOnEGUARD is the lowest deflecting portable steel highway barrier in the world. Energy absorbing permanent and temporary steel barrier, ZONEGUARD barrier stabilizes as vehicles drive onto the ZONEGUARD foot limiting barrier deflection. Easily transported ZONEGUARD weighs 92 kg per metre enabling up to 180 m to be efficiently transported on one vehicle. Easily and rapidly installed ZONEGUARD can be easily positioned and connects using ZONEGUARD speed joints, at approximately 300 m per hour, with integral drainage channels in foot section for ease of handling and manoeuvrability with fork lift. ZONEGUARD portable barrier system is comprised of pressed and galvanized steel panels assembled in 12 m or 4 m sections each being 800 mm high, 700 mm wide and 160 mm wide at top. The ZONEGUARD foot is 200 mm wide on each side ensuring low centre of gravity compared to other steel portable barriers that do not have a foot section. Permanent or Temporary ZonEGuArd can be used as emergency protection for highway structures with up to 300 m installed in an hour, reducing risk to operators, drivers and workforce with fewer vehicle movements. TB32 test with ZONEGUARD pinned every 12 m for minimum Dynamic Deflection 100 mm, Permanent Deflection 100 mm. Speciality components available for tight curves, bridge expansion joints and where access through barrier is required. ASSET International Health and safety ZOnEGUARD Temporary ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation Permanent Single Sided SOlOGUARD M.A.S.S QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 6

8 E n T E S T E D A n D A P P R O V E D P R O D U C T S Top: Clacket Lane Services, M25 Bottom: M1, Wakefield SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

9 VARIOGUARD Temporary Safety first from ASSET International. is fully tested to BS En 1317 performance levels n1, n2 and H2. Different working width classes are available, dependent on anchorage configurations. When used as a temporary safety barrier is usually anchored at each end with four 500 mm long anchor pins into pre-drilled holes. With a huge rental pool of located at depots around the UK and Ireland, small installations to many kilometres can be serviced. Emergency call-outs to any part of the UK are routinely responded to within hours. ASSET International Health and safety ZOnEGUARD Temporary ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation Permanent 12 Single Sided 14 SOlOGUARD 16 M.A.S.S. 18 QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 8

10 F U l l Y T R A I n E D I n S T A l l E R S Top: A14, Kettering Bottom: Brighton SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

11 ASSET International 2 Health and safety 4 ZOnEGUARD 6 Temporary 8 ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation 10 Permanent 12 Single Sided 14 SOlOGUARD 16 M.A.S.S. 18 ZONEGUARD and VARIOGUARD Temporary INSTALLATION It is essential, in these times of litigation, claims and court cases you are 100% confident that your temporary barriers have been correctly installed. ASSET International provides this service, both with our own installers and with a nationwide network of specialist sub-contractors who cover every part of the country. There are currently over 260 people trained to install ZOnEGUARD and. It is a requirement of Sector Scheme 2(b) that installers of vehicle restraint systems are fully trained on courses approved by Lantra. It is also a mandatory requirement, that the companies employing these installers are Quality Assured under the Sector Scheme, and have temporary safety barrier installation listed as part of the scope of their Quality Assurance. QUEST TM CEn QUADGUARD TM CEn VECU-STOP Installation and logistics Quality and environment ASSET provide the option of full training to install ZONEGUARD and and also ensure that all of our Hiab operators are trained and accredited. 10

12 P E R M A n E n T P R O T E C T I O n O F B R I D G E S Top: Swiss Cottage, London Bottom: Ross-on-Wye and Bromley SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

13 VARIOGUARD Permanent In cases where utilities have to be moved, or a large amount of preparation is required for the installation of conventional barriers, ASSET International s is an ideal solution. The weight of only 100 kg per linear metre means that bridge deck loading is kept to a minimum. Anchored at each end of a bridge deck, can accommodate tight horizontal and vertical curves. Manholes and access points to ducts can be bridged and accessed with site-specific designed and built units. can be used in roadways, on up-stands and on kerbs. Transitions from to Open Box Beam, both single sided and double sided, have been tested and are approved by the Highways Agency. has been installed as a permanent barrier solution at hundreds of locations including the M5 Avonmouth Bridge and the Kingston Bridge in Glasgow, as well as numerous road-over-rail locations. ASSET International Health and safety ZOnEGUARD Temporary ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation Permanent Single Sided 14 SOlOGUARD 16 M.A.S.S. 18 QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 12

14 E n T E S T E D A n D A P P R O V E D P R O D U C T S Llanelly Hill SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

15 VARIOGUARD Single Sided ASSET International s SInGlE SIDED is a rigid energy absorbing barrier system that offers protection to both the travelling public and pedestrians. The galvanised steel 4 m long sections are delivered to site pre-assembled in 12 m lengths for ease of delivery and rapid installation. With its narrow foot profile, SINGLE SIDED is the ideal application for central reserves and verges where the requirement for set-back and clearance cannot be obtained with other barrier systems. It is ideally suited where PVCBs are unacceptable due to the presence of services or other constraints and obstructions, such as signs and lighting columns. SINGLE SIDED complies with BS EN 1317 at performance level N2, with a dynamic deflection (clearance) of only 300 mm. The required tests for this standard are :- TB kg vehicle TB tonne vehicle at 70 mph on a 20º impact Often used as a permanent central reservation barrier, SINGLE SIDED is bolted at 4 m centres to a concrete base approximately 450 mm wide by 300 mm deep, (different bolt configurations can be used for bridge decks). SINGLE SIDED is listed in the Highways Agency Approved Road Restraint Systems with a Working Width class of W2. However in the test report compiled by TRL it is stated, Since the flanged base of the SINGLE SIDED extends 150 mm in from the traffic face, the set back distance of the barrier can be reduced by 150 mm without adversely affecting the performance of the barrier. As a consequence the Working Width can be reduced by a corresponding distance. This gives a Working Width of only 575 mm, i.e. W1. ASSET International Health and safety ZOnEGUARD Temporary ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation Permanent Single Sided SOlOGUARD M.A.S.S QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 14

16 T H E S A F E R S O l U T I O n T O A I D n E T W O R K R E S I l I E n C E Top: A3 Hinehead Tunnel Bottom: M6 Transition SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

17 SOLOGUARD ASSET International s SOlOGUARD is a safety barrier for carriageway crossover points allowing opening and closing by two operators in just a few minutes. SOlOGUARD is instantly moveable, allowing the flow of traffic to be altered quickly and safely by simply removing 4 securing pins and winding down 4 sets of hidden wheels. ASSET International Health and safety ZOnEGUARD Many emergency crossing points on motorways and trunk roads have SOlOGUARD installed. Maintenance crossing points at tunnels and bridges around the UK are also protected with this system. SOLOGUARD is part of the range of products and can be fitted into existing safety fences using transition units. Maintenance Crossing Points to lengths of 150 m and Emergency Crossing Points with 24 m lengths can be accommodated. PROTECTIOn OF CROSSOVER AnD COnTRAFlOW SITUATIOnS SOLOGUARD can easily be moved; so when crossovers have to be frequently opened and closed, the system can simply be raised off the road using a special jacking device and wheeled into its new position. When space is limited, road markings can be applied close to the SOLOGUARD base. High quality reflectors fixed onto the posts provide the additional visibility needed for safe guidance at night, or in wet or foggy conditions. Temporary ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation Permanent Single Sided SOlOGUARD 16 M.A.S.S. 18 QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 16

18 F l E x I B l E S O l U T I O n S London Bridge SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

19 ASSET International 2 Health and safety 4 ZOnEGUARD 6 Temporary 8 M.A.S.S. MULTI APPLICATIONAL SAFETY SYSTEM The ASSET International M.A.S.S. base unit is a steel barrier consisting of hot dip galvanised elements powder coated in highly visible safety colours. Individual base units are 150 cm long x 50 cm wide x 42 cm high and weigh 48 kg. Each unit links together via vertical pins. The various M.A.S.S. top sections can be added as specific jobs demand. Specially adapted units enable the system to rotate through 180. SITEGUARD provides a safe and secure working environment around airport terminals, buildings and roads. Where passengers must follow designated path ways, high visibility VISIRAIL and PEDESTRIAN GUARD guides. SCREENGUARD is the ideal choice on sites where excessive noise could be a problem and where screening of car parks or storage yards is essential. VEHIClE ROll-On ROll-OFF STABIlITY: When an errant vehicle drives on to the base of the system, it helps to stabilise the barrier during impact. M.A.S.S. 1 has been fully tested to T2 W5. ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation Permanent Single Sided SOlOGUARD M.A.S.S. QUEST TM CEn QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 18

20 F l E x I B l E S O l U T I O n S Top: Manchester Metrolink and Wareham Station Bottom: St. Pancras SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

21 M.A.S.S. MULTI APPLICATIONAL SAFETY SYSTEM non-permanent FIxInG: The high visibility M.A.S.S. base units are usually mounted unfixed to the road. Terminal anchorage is achieved with a steel buffer filled with sandbags. No coring or drilling into the road is necessary. A better way of working safely * Increased Pedestrian Safety * Anti-Vandalism Design * High Visibility * Accommodates 90 Bends * Anti-Climb Fencing * Wind Resistant * Simple Assembly TRAnSPORT: The relatively light weight and favourable shape of M.A.S.S. makes storing, transporting and handling an easy matter. Up to 230 m of M.A.S.S. can be delivered to site, pallet packed on a single vehicle. SIMPlE InSTAllATIOn: M.A.S.S. is extremely quick and easy to assemble due to its unique plug-in section. Maximum safety is achieved together with a minimum of traffic-flow disruption during the assembly period. Assembly, dismantling and repositioning requires minimal time. ASSET International Health and safety ZOnEGUARD Temporary ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation Permanent Single Sided SOlOGUARD M.A.S.S. 18 QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 20

22 P R O V I D I n G E n H A n C E D S A F E T Y T O T H E T R A V E l l I n G P U B l CRASH CUSHION QUEST TM CEN The QUEST CEn system from ASSET International has been successfully tested using En criteria for 110 km/h, 100 km/h and 80 km/h levels. Consisting of a series of W-beam fender panels supported by diaphragms, the QUEST CEn features an innovative integrated front trigger mechanism. During impacts, this mechanism releases the support frame assembly to absorb the energy of the impact. The system is designed to telescope rearward during head-on impacts to absorb the energy of impact and to redirect vehicles during side angle impacts. A38 Bodmin SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

23 I C S ASSET International 2 System features and benefits Re-directive, bi-directional crash cushion All systems fully compliant with EN Low-cost crash cushion Systems available for 3 speed levels (110 km/h, 100 km/h and 80 km/h) Lightweight (498 kg for 80 km/h system to 660 kg for 110 km/h system) Open framework with galvanised steel components Compact design (can be lifted, transported and dropped into place fully assembled) Fast and easy installation The QUEST CEN system is designed for fast and easy installation. The free-standing backup is only 610 mm wide and the system can be lifted, transported and dropped into place, fully assembled. Only 30 anchors are required for installation. Transition options Several transition panels are available for the QUEST CEN system including: Transition to W-Beam Transition to Concrete Median Barrier The QUEST CEN system is also approved by the Highways Agency for use as a double sided P4 terminal for crash barriers. Health and safety ZOnEGUARD Temporary ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation Permanent Single Sided SOlOGUARD M.A.S.S. 18 QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 22

24 P R O V I D I n G E n H A n C E D S A F E T Y T O T H E T R A V E l l I n G P U B l Top: A38 Bodmin Bottom: M74 and M8 SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

25 I C ASSET International 2 Health and safety 4 ZOnEGUARD 6 Temporary 8 ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation 10 CRASH CUSHIONS QUADGUARD TM CEN The QUADGUARD CEn system from ASSET International is designed to protect motorists in vehicles up to 1,500 kg, from roadside hazards as narrow as 610 mm and as wide as 2,285 mm. The QUADGUARD CEn system has been tested in Europe as a re-directive crash cushion to the maximum 110 km/h using En criteria. To fully comply with the definition of a System Type tested crash cushion, the QUADGUARD CEn has been further tested at 100 km/h, 80 km/h, and 50 km/h. System features and benefits Re-directive, bi-directional crash cushion All systems fully compliant with EN Systems available in 5 widths (from 61 cm to 2.3 m) Systems available for 4 speed levels (110 km/h, 100 km/h, 80 km/h and 50 km/h) Quick and easy, on-site refurbishment Replaceable energy-absorbing cartridges QuadBeam panels and diaphragms provide smooth redirection during side impacts Up to 95% reusability after impact Variety of transitions available Also available on a steel plate for temporary protection at road-works Quick and easy refurbishment During head-on impacts at speeds up to 110 km/h, the QUADGUARD CEN system telescopes rearward, crushing the cartridges and effectively dissipating the energy of the errant vehicle. During angle impacts at angles up to 15, the vehicles are safely redirected back into the original travel path. After a design impact, the QUADGUARD CEN system can be quickly and easily refurbished by a two man team. The majority of the components are reusable after a design impact. Permanent Single Sided SOlOGUARD M.A.S.S. QUEST TM CEn QUADGUARD TM CEn VECU-STOP Installation and logistics Quality and environment QUADGUARD CEN is also approved by the Highways Agency for use as a double sided P4 terminal for crash barriers. 24

26 E n T E S T E D A n D A P P R O V E D P R O D U C T S Top: M74 and M8 Bottom: M62 SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

27 CRASH CUSHIONS VECU-STOP The progressive concept of ASSET International s VECU-STOP crash cushion system is based on more than forty years of experience in designing road restraint systems. The full "family" of tests, as detailed in En 1317 part 3, has been successfully completed and approved. En 1317 approved to performance class 110 km/h. VECU-STOP models can accommodate many different layouts, whether parallel or tapered in design. All models of the VECU-STOP crash cushion system consists of hollow cylinders arranged in rows. They are highly effective energy and impact absorbing elements which are guided by a steel wire rope system. Once installed, the system elements of the VECU-STOP crash cushion do not require any maintenance. Full corrosion protection is provided by a hot dipped galvanised finish. All components are made of steel and may be completely recycled. The usual method of anchorage is to install a pre-fabricated steel former, then fill it with concrete. Threaded anchorages welded to the reinforcing bars enable the VECU-STOP crash cushion to be bolted straight into place on the reinforced concrete foundation. VECU-STOP crash cushions are also available for use on approach ends of when space is limited, or when the approach flare cannot be accommodated due to site constraints. ASSET International Health and safety ZOnEGUARD Temporary ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation Permanent Single Sided SOlOGUARD M.A.S.S QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 26

28 F U l l S A F E T Y S E R V I C E Installation and Logistics Glasgow Belfast Dublin Newport Wigan Nottingham Sevenoaks, Kent Southampton All products are stored in ASSET International s main depot, located in the docks area at newport, South Wales. However, ASSET has established a core of strategically located storage and operational facilities throughout the UK and Ireland, based in newport (South Wales), Southampton, Sevenoaks (Kent), nottingham, Wigan, Glasgow, Belfast and Dublin. ASSET s products are usually installed by in-house trained installers, with the Newport Depot SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

29 ASSET International 2 Health and safety 4 ZOnEGUARD 6 Temporary 8 ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation 10 Permanent 12 Single Sided 14 SOlOGUARD 16 M.A.S.S. 18 QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 exception of M.A.S.S., which is quick and easy to assemble in-situ. All products have Highways Agency Sector Scheme 2(b) training schemes to which installers are all accredited. call out service for emergency requirements, often following a road traffic accident which has caused damage to a bridge parapet. Our crews are always on standby and can react to any location in the UK within hours. VECU-STOP Installation and logistics Quality and environment Within ASSET s continuous improvement programme, in-house installation training is provided through Lantra approved schemes. ASSET offers a 24 hour ASSET has access to 12 specialist artic cab mounted Hiabs and up to 20 additional artic cabs for trailer haulage. All trailers are equipped with fall protection safety frames to facilitate safe working at height. 28

30 E n T E S T E D A n D A P P R O V E D P R O D U C T S Newport Depot Training with SOLOGUARD SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS

31 Quality and Environment Currently ASSET International has accreditation to BS En ISO Quality Management Systems, OHSAS Occupation Health and Safety Management and BS En ISO , Environmental Management. ASSET continues to strive towards becoming a sustainable organisation and will continue to implement sustainable development to enable the company to become a more successful business. As a business ASSET recognise the importance of the environment, not just as a physical entity but with regards to job specific pollution, i.e. noise and vibration. These forms of pollution are monitored on a regular basis and are reflected in comprehensive method statements and risk analysis. As part of ASSET s standard process route, regular audits are carried out on installations and uplift removals of our Sector Scheme 2(b) accredited installation teams. The feedback from these audits include the identification of both good and best practices which are then fed back into product specific training courses provided by ASSET s technical and training team. Our comprehensive training of installers and staff includes environmental awareness, and we continually strive to ensure that we exceed our legal and moral environmental obligations. ASSET International Health and safety ZOnEGUARD Temporary ZOnEGUARD and Temporary Installation Permanent Single Sided SOlOGUARD 16 M.A.S.S. 18 QUEST TM CEn 22 QUADGUARD TM CEn 24 VECU-STOP 26 Installation and logistics 28 Quality and environment 30 30

32 ISO 9001 FS OHSAS OHS ISO EMS SW1 Ltd HEAd office: Springvale Business & Industrial Park, Bilston, West Midlands, WV14 0QL Tel: Fax: SCoTTISH office: 1 McMillan Road, Netherton Ind Est, Wishaw, Lanarkshire, ML2 0LA Tel: Fax: Web: M.A.S.S. Siteguard, Waterway St West, Nottingham SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS