5.5m Site Access Barrier

Description

5.5m Manual Site Access Barrier

The 5.5m Site Access Barrier provides a practical solution for controlling vehicles across wide construction site entrances, compounds, industrial yards and other restricted access points.

With a 5.5 metre barrier arm, this model is designed for larger openings where a shorter 4.5m or 5m barrier does not provide sufficient coverage. It creates a clear physical control point that can help site personnel manage vehicles entering and leaving restricted areas.

The barrier features gas-assisted operation, helping the operator raise and lower the longer barrier arm during day-to-day use. Ergonomic grip handles further assist operation, providing a straightforward manual alternative to an electrically powered or automated access barrier.

Key Features

• 5.5 metre site access barrier
• Designed for wide vehicle entrances
• Manual vehicle access control
• Gas-assisted raising and lowering
• Ergonomic grip handles
• Lockable in both raised and lowered positions
• Padlock supplied
• Lockable end rest supplied as standard
• Optional rising Pogo Tip Support
• Bolt-down or root-fixed installation options
• Choice of colour combinations
• Suitable for construction sites, compounds, industrial yards and controlled vehicle entrances

5.5m Site Access Barrier Specifications

Barrier length: 5.5m
Pedestal size: 1110mm × 444mm × 300mm
Barrier pole section: 94mm × 64mm oval

Fixings

For standard bolt-down installation, the barrier is supplied with M16 anchor shield bolts, together with M12 fixings for the end rest.

A root-fixed (concrete-in) version is also available where the barrier needs to be secured into a suitable concrete foundation.

Locking

The barrier can be secured in both the raised and lowered positions. This allows the entrance to remain open when vehicle access is permitted and secured when access needs to be restricted.

An external padlock with a 60mm long shackle and three keys is supplied.

End Rest Options

A lockable end rest is supplied as standard to support the end of the 5.5 metre barrier arm when lowered.

Alternatively, an adjustable-height Pogo Tip Support can be selected. The Pogo support rises with the barrier arm and provides an alternative where a separate fixed end rest is not preferred.

Colour Options

The standard barrier finish is red and white, providing a highly visible physical barrier across the vehicle access point.

Alternative colour combinations are also available:

• Yellow (RAL 1023) / Black
• Blue (RAL 5010) / White
• Green (RAL 6005) / White

Select the required colour from the available product options when ordering.

Where Can a 5.5m Site Access Barrier Be Used?

The 5.5m manual barrier is particularly suited to wider entrances where controlled vehicle movement is required. Typical applications include:

• Construction site entrances
• Large building site compounds
• Industrial yards
• Storage and works compounds
• Commercial premises
• Private access roads
• Contractor and staff vehicle entrances
• Delivery access points
• Restricted vehicle areas within larger sites

Its longer arm makes the 5.5m model particularly useful where the access point is too wide for one of the smaller barriers in the range.

Is a 5.5m Site Access Barrier the Right Size?

Measure the width of the entrance or roadway carefully before selecting your barrier.

A 5.5m site access barrier provides greater coverage for wide vehicle entrances where a 5m barrier is too short, while avoiding the need to move to a 6m or larger model where that additional length is unnecessary.

The correct barrier size depends on the dimensions and layout of the individual entrance. You should also consider the surrounding space required for the barrier arm to operate correctly.

If 5.5 metres isn’t suitable for your entrance, view our Site Access Barriers range to compare all available barrier lengths from 3m to 7m.

Manual Barrier for Wide Construction Site Entrances

Construction compounds often need to accommodate delivery vehicles, contractors, site traffic and other authorised vehicles. Wider entrances can make access easier for these vehicles but also create a larger opening that needs to be controlled when access is restricted.

A 5.5m manual barrier provides a highly visible physical control point across a wider entrance without requiring electrical power or an automated access-control system.

When access is permitted, the gas-assisted arm can be raised and secured in the open position. When the entrance needs to be restricted, the arm can be lowered and locked.

This makes the 5.5m barrier a practical option for construction compounds and industrial locations requiring straightforward manual vehicle access control.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 5.5m site access barrier manually operated?

Yes. The 5.5m barrier is manually operated and uses gas-assisted operation to assist with raising and lowering the barrier arm.

Can the 5.5m barrier be locked?

Yes. The barrier can be secured in both its raised and lowered positions, allowing the access point to be controlled as required.

What fixing options are available?

The barrier can be specified for standard bolt-down installation or as a root-fixed version designed to be concreted into position.

Does the 5.5m barrier include an end rest?

Yes. A lockable end rest is supplied as standard. An adjustable-height Pogo Tip Support that rises with the barrier arm is available as an alternative.

What colours are available?

The standard finish is red and white. Yellow/black, blue/white and green/white colour combinations are also available.

What size is the barrier pedestal?

The pedestal measures 1110mm × 444mm × 300mm, with a 94mm × 64mm oval barrier pole section.

Is a 5.5m barrier suitable for a wide construction site entrance?

Yes. The 5.5m barrier is intended for wider vehicle access points and can be used at construction sites, compounds, industrial yards and other controlled entrances, subject to the dimensions and requirements of the site.

What if I need a longer barrier?

Our manual site access barrier range extends from 3m to 7m. If 5.5m does not provide sufficient coverage, 6m, 6.5m and 7m options are available.