Weighing in at 400-500 lbs per linear foot, concrete barriers can be challenging to offload from a flatbed truck, reposition, or set in place on unpaved material. We’re going to explore the best ways to move these barriers safely and efficiently. Different Ways to Move…
Oceanic reefs play a critical role in maintaining the health of the ocean. However, coral reefs are in decline due to a number of factors, most prevalently human interference. In many cases, the economy and culture of coastal communities is tied to activities that put…
Concrete Barriers. They’ve managed to have all types of names attached to them over the years from, K-Rails, highway barriers, and more. One name that has held strong for the last 77 years is Jersey Barriers. Though it’s the most used name, many wonder, why…
Jersey barriers.... the lifelong friend. A sidewalk is reinforced with rebar and experiences the same abuse from weather as a concrete K-rail or traffic barrier. The wind, the rain, the ice, the snow, and don't forget those penetrable UV rays; all take a toll on…
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 a high level of service are what you’ll find shipping bin blocks, concrete traffic barriers or planters. Just let us…
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 hold water.However, one model, the Water Filled Containment Barrier is designed to create a square or rectangular shape for containing water. This…
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 all the names we’ve encountered, as a universal industry name does not exist. Each have a reasoning, some obscure, but…
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) have specific purposes. Placing a plastic jersey barrier with vehicle traffic may not be the lucrative solution when you want…
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 evolving company, seeking out every avenue to be the only resource our customers ever need to buy concrete jersey barriers.…
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 your project. Stone-Cast Security planters are precast with reinforced steel rebar. The aggregate finish on the planters not only serves…