The Archer-Guard system is easily seen in daylight as it comes in vibrant safety orange, safety yellow and lime green. The Archer-Guard system can also be deployed in low light conditions by utilizing high intensity prismatic decals located throughout the barrier to ensure the safety of the workers and drivers on the road. The high intensity prismatic MERIDIAN decals can be seen 1000 feet (305 meters) away in nighttime conditions. Another unique feature that makes the system one of a kind is the ease of installation. The Archer-Guard system requires no electricity, hydraulics, or heavy machinery to move into place. The system can be easily set up by one person and provide needed security to flaggers and workers in a matter of minutes. Removal of the system is just as efficient and will limit the amount of time the user needs to be in front of oncoming traffic. Not only is the system highly time efficient and mobile, but it is also reusable. The Archer-Guard system is engineered to withstand multiple vehicle impacts without the need for any maintenance. The Archer-Guard system provides everything a work site needs to secure the safety of the workers and drivers alike.
MERIDIAN provides a complete guideline of how to deploy the Archer-Guard by following the MUTCD guidelines for tapers. The Archer-Guard is fully capable of being deployed on concrete roads, bituminous roads, water bound and aggregate roads. The Archer 1800 Barriers can be placed onto earthen roads that are compacted flat. The barrier system is not recommended for unstable surfaces such as loose sand or deep mud as the weight of the barrier will naturally press into the loose sand or mud making their removal difficult. The Archer-Guard system can be deployed on light traffic, medium traffic, and high traffic roads. Roads constructed on hilly regions are also suitable but the distance to the work site needs to be increased according to the slope and speed of traffic
"Game changing safety device for worker zone construction, we no longer have to find a TMA, a driver and truck to meet the safety demands of workers, the Archer-Guard solves our needs." Gerald Thornton Traffic WA
"With the narrow roads and cars passing by close to workers this is the first time we have a product to protect workers in construction zones." Gabriel Adams Transport CA
"The high visibility orange on the barriers and the fact that they are MASH certified and are also used to protect crowds in event spaces it is so good to have this now available for our workers." Howard Jenkins NY Traffic Management
"Mobility and the fast-changing needs of construction workers on roads makes the Archer-Guard a natural choice, no heavy equipment needed to deploy and simple to move from one site to another." Belinda Wise Public Works Texas
"For the first time we have a way to protect the flaggers who are on the front lines. When we are controlling traffic on job sites, they can now have protection and know that safety is important for them as well." Alfred Gomez Utility Contractor Florida
‘We are out on the streets every day working on power lines and using orange cones does nothing to protect us from the overhead work we do. Now we have a certified solution to protect us and the buckets we work from." Alex Wong Parks and Recreation CO
MASH Testing was not the beginning of what we have done at MERIDIAN. We have been on roads for 20 years protecting people, communities and places for events and the Archer-Guard has ASTM, IWA-14, PAS 68 and The SAFETY Act certifications. The MASH testing results are as follows:
| MASH Test | Test Vehicle | Vehicle Weight | Impact Speed | Stopping Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL 1-40 | 1100C(Passenger Car) | 2,370 lbs.(1,075 kg) | 31 mph (50 km/h) | 24.7 ft. (7.5 m) |
| TL 2-40 | 1100C(Passenger Car) | 2,425 lb. (1,100 kg) | 43.6 mph (70.2 km/h) | 38.2 ft. (11.6 m) |
| TL 1-41 | 2270P(Pickup Truck) | 4,995 lb. (2,266 kg) | 31 mph (50 km/h) | Satisfactory |
| TL 2-41 | 2270P(Pickup Truck) | 4,995 lb. (2,266 kg) | 42.6 mph (68.6 km/h) | 45.2 ft. (13.9 m) |
Mobile, flexible, fast deployment and dependable with a lifetime guarantee. Worker zone safety has never been more important today when vehicles are traveling at high speeds in work zone construction and maintenance projects. When preparing your over safety plan for a site, know that big equipment, and truck drivers are not the only solution-fit for the purpose of head-on defense. The Archer-Guard is what is needed - no longer orange water barriers and concrete barriers for head-on impact but a certified solution ready to go.
Understanding what your needs are is a collaborative experience. We have fully trained and certified field specialists who can prepare Vehicle Safety Mitigation Plans to make an assessment for what the requirements are. We will work with you to meet your budget needs as well as anything that you need support in, whether it is to apply for a grant or preparing information for a contract. We are here to support you.
MERIDIAN offers customization of Archer 1200 Barriers. You can choose from an array of colors to standard safety colors and logos of your choice. Logos can be reflective for barriers to be used at night. The aesthetics of how the Archer 1200 Barriers belong in communities and places is just one of the reasons that separates us from just being another product. We pride ourselves in having a lifetime commitment with our customers as the journey for safer places progresses year after year. We remain committed to staying the course when it comes to the lifetime guarantee of the barrier itself.
Mobile Systems means that the Archer 1200 Barrier can be anywhere at any time to secure events. The mobility talks to the barriers as a safety barrier not just a security barrier. The Archer 1200 Barriers are placed on our engineered drop deck trailer, usually in sets of 8. These can be deployed in under ten minutes so that perimeters can be secured at any time the need arises. From riots, to planned events to active shooters to infrastructure protection, the mobility is the key as there is no need for heavy equipment to move the barriers in place. This can be done by a fully certified and trained MERIDIAN specialist.
MERIDIAN is committed to the highest level of customer service. We will respond within the hour and make a commitment to providing a solution within 24 hours – our 1 in 24 rule. We are in the business of making people, communities, and places safer. To do this, every service we provide must keep to this standard.
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