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Temporary Uses for Concrete Barriers
Concrete barriers are renowned for their nearly indestructible nature and long lifespans. But just because they last a long time doesn’t mean they have to be a permanent part of your property’s infrastructure. There are plenty of ways to effectively use

Concrete K-Rail and Jersey Barriers: Do you deliver?
48 Barriers proudly delivers all the products offered on our website in the US Continental 48 States. Cost-effective and high quality freight rates while offering

Are Barriers Used to Retain Water?
Although concrete barriers, plastic barriers, and bin blocks are feasible for creating storage bins (mulch, sand, salt, gravel, dirt, etc.), they are not designed to

Stackable Concrete Bin Blocks: What do you call them?
Many names have been given to describe what we call the “concrete bin block,” So I’m going to provide you with a comprehensive list of

Plastic Water Filled Barriers: Pros and Cons
Our last post listed the pros vs. cons of concrete jersey barriers and concluded plastic water filled barriers and concrete traffic barriers (or concrete K-Rail)

Plastic Water Filled Barrier vs. Concrete Jersey Barrier: Pros & Cons
Part 1 of 2: Plastic Water Filled Barrier vs. Concrete Jersey Barrier: Pros & Cons A common question we get asked is: will the plastic

History of 48 Barriers
48 Barriers began with a simple question back in 2003: Do you have concrete traffic barriers? Since this time, our company has excelled as an

Security Planters
The design of the security planter revolves around protection, aesthetics, security, for a lifetime. Each model offers various appeals and benefits depending on the requirements

How Far in Advance Do I Need to Order?
So many answers to give, unfortunately there is definitive answer. Stock quantities, Lead time, truck capacity, distance, and delivery location are the major factors affecting

Concrete Barriers: Forklift Slots
Concrete Barriers are designed for highway safety and vehicle delineation, but how easy are they to move around? Weighing in about 400 – 500 lbs