What Can Stop a Bullet?

Hate crimes and attacks against the Jewish community are a frequent occurrence causing a Rabbi at a Yeshiua concern about the vulnerability of the children while they were outside. A 10-foot-high wrought iron fence existed already, as a physical deterrent, but this iron fence provided nothing in regards to protection against active shooters or drive-by shootings.

So we asked: What can stop a bullet?

Thus, the vision for a 10-foot-high bullet resistant fence to better protect the children and staff was born. Wind forces were a concern for a fence that tall however, so we decided it was beneficial to have the top 4 feet be able to have wind to pass through. So, we created a ballistic louver (or shutter) design that provided ballistic protection from a horizontal perspective. This design simultaneously allowed the luxury of seeing out from the inside, but not in from the outside.

The site plan called for 22-foot ballistic gate that was cantilevered from one side of driveway opening. Considerable engineering took place to completely verify the rigidity and structural integrity of the gate. A solid design is crucial to withstand both the wind load and weight of this massive gate. We synchronized the gate automation  with photo eyes in both the opening and closing directions.
The security and lighting conduits and wiring were subtlety incorporated into the post structure for optimal aesthetics. There was also an additional pedestrian gate that had both remote strike capabilities and keypad interface to allow faculty and students programmed entry, while strangers and attackers can be kept at bay.

With a special color finish, this bullet resistant fence project absolutely enhances the aesthetic and architectural value of the Yeshiua, while providing privacy safety and security for the staff and hundreds of students. To top it all off, the powder-coat finish will last for many years for maximum visual impact and be a testimony to the vision of the Rabbi and his staff.

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