BLACK BULL FLEX+ Flexible Impact Protection Bollard (205.17.9516)
The BLACK BULL FLEX+ Impact Protection Bollard provides targeted protection for people, machinery, buildings and infrastructure in warehouses, logistics centres and production areas. Manufactured from highly elastic polypropylene, the bollard absorbs impact energy through controlled deformation before returning towards its original shape. This helps reduce damage to vehicles, the protected structure and surrounding components. Its compact 205mm width makes it ideal for narrow traffic routes, entrances, pillars, machinery access points and other confined areas. The bolt-down bollard is certified in accordance with PAS 13:2017 and tested to an impact load of approximately 7,000 joules.
BLACK BULL FLEX+ Flexible Impact Protection Bollard
The BLACK BULL FLEX+ Impact Protection Bollard provides targeted point protection in warehouses, logistics facilities, production areas and other busy industrial environments.
Its compact design protects vulnerable areas without unnecessarily reducing the available operating space. It is therefore particularly suitable for narrow traffic routes, doorways, pillars, machinery, loading areas and sensitive infrastructure.
Unlike a rigid steel barrier, the FLEX+ system absorbs impact energy through controlled elastic deformation. The bollard cushions the impact, transfers the forces through the protection system and then returns towards its original form.
Flexible Impact Protection for Confined Areas
The FLEX+ bollard is designed for locations where localised protection is required but space is limited. With an overall width of only 205mm, it creates a clearly defined protective point without significantly restricting pedestrian routes or material handling equipment.
This makes it suitable for areas with frequent movements from pallet trucks, forklift trucks and other light industrial vehicles.
Approximately 7,000-Joule Impact Performance
The bollard has been tested to an impact load of approximately 7,000 joules and is certified in accordance with PAS 13:2017.
Its dynamic impact absorption helps reduce the forces transferred to the protected structure, floor fixings and nearby components. This can help minimise damage, repair requirements and operational disruption following an impact.
Elastic Polypropylene Bollard
The visible bollard section is manufactured from highly elastic polypropylene. During an impact, the material deforms to cushion the force and absorb energy.
This flexible response helps reduce damage to both the vehicle and the protected infrastructure. The material is also designed to withstand repeated minor impacts without the permanent deformation commonly associated with rigid protective barriers.
Protected FLEX+ Base
The FLEX+ base connects the bollard to the ground anchor and incorporates an impact-resistant outer shell. This protects the internal screw connection from direct contact and everyday workplace damage.
The shaped base also helps reduce the risk of damage to the tyres and wheels of forklift trucks, pallet trucks and other warehouse vehicles.
Force-Absorbing Ground Anchor
The FLEX+ ground anchor combines secure fixing into concrete with force-absorbing rubber dampers. These dampers help reduce the load transferred to the screw connection and surrounding floor substrate during an impact.
This design provides a stable bolt-down installation while allowing the protection system to absorb and manage repeated impact forces.
Designed for Repeated Impacts
Industrial protection equipment may experience regular knocks and minor collisions during everyday operations. The FLEX+ system is designed to remain functional after repeated impacts, helping reduce replacement requirements and maintenance costs.
Its elastic construction makes it particularly suitable for high-traffic areas where occasional contact from workplace vehicles is likely.
Key Features
- Flexible impact protection bollard
- Provides targeted point protection in confined areas
- Certified in accordance with PAS 13:2017
- Tested to approximately 7,000 joules
- Absorbs energy through controlled elastic deformation
- Helps reduce damage to vehicles and protected structures
- Returns towards its original form following an impact
- Highly elastic polypropylene construction
- Compact 205mm overall width
- Suitable for narrow warehouse traffic routes
- Impact-resistant protective base
- Force-absorbing rubber dampers within the ground anchor
- Designed to withstand repeated minor impacts
- Secure bolt-down installation
- Suitable for indoor use
- Durable and low-maintenance design
Typical Applications
- Warehouse doorways and gates
- Machinery access points
- Structural pillars and columns
- Loading and unloading areas
- Production equipment
- Sensitive systems and controls
- Narrow forklift truck routes
- Pallet truck traffic areas
- Logistics and distribution facilities
- Industrial infrastructure
Product Dimensions
- Overall height: 1170mm
- Overall width: 205mm
- Product weight: 10.27kg
Product Specifications
- Product type: Flexible impact protection bollard
- Range: BLACK BULL FLEX+
- Design: Post
- Material: Polypropylene
- Application: Indoor use
- Installation method: Bolt down
- Approximate test load: 7,000 joules
- Certification: PAS 13:2017
- Manufacturer article number: 205.17.9516
Targeted Protection Without Restricting Traffic
The BLACK BULL FLEX+ Bollard is ideal for protecting individual high-risk points where a larger crash barrier would take up too much space or interfere with normal operations.
Its narrow footprint allows it to protect machinery, gates, pillars and infrastructure while maintaining efficient access for pedestrians and workplace vehicles.
A Flexible Alternative to Rigid Bollards
Rigid barriers can transfer a significant proportion of an impact into the floor, fixings, vehicle and protected structure. The FLEX+ system is designed to absorb and dissipate this energy through its elastic bollard, protected base and dampened ground anchor.
This controlled response provides reliable everyday protection while helping to reduce damage, maintenance requirements and operational downtime.
Delivery charges are calculated at checkout based on the products ordered and delivery location.
Most standard Mainland UK orders over £120 excluding VAT qualify for free delivery. Some exclusions apply, including certain oversized, heavy, made-to-order, or specialist delivery items.
Additional delivery charges may apply to some regions, including the Scottish Highlands & Islands, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man.
1-2 Day delivery is available on stock items only and, where available, charges for 1-2 Day delivery are calculated at checkout. Orders for 1-2 delivery need to be placed by 1:00pm unless otherwise stated.
Delivery dates are estimates only and the company shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from any delay in delivery. In particular we shall not be liable for any matter which results from any act of God, war or riot, extreme weather, strikes or any other events which are beyond our control.
The company reserves the right to deliver goods in instalments, each installment being treated as a separate contract.
Goods will be delivered at the point most convenient to our carrier, usually the goods inwards department or reception on the ground floor. Further transfer or installation within the purchaser’s premises, particularly for large or heavy items, must be arranged prior to delivery and will be charged extra.
Goods are delivered by courier and may require a signature upon delivery. If the courier is unable to complete delivery, a card may be left and the goods returned to the local depot. Redelivery will usually be attempted on the next working day or arrangements can be made to collect the goods from the delivery depot. It is your responsibility to advise of any special delivery requirements at the time of order.
From time to time our shipping providers make an additional charge for delivery to some areas, for example Northern Ireland and the Scottish Highlands and Islands, in these cases we reserve the right to pass that additional cost on to our customer. We will make contact with you to obtain further payment to cover additional shipping costs, if you do not wish to make the additional payment a full refund will be offered and your order will be cancelled.
RETURN OF GOODS
In the unlikely event of you not being satisfied with any product, please contact us without delay.
Faulty Goods or Incorrect Item Received
Should the goods you receive be faulty or if we have delivered the wrong product you must inform us within 24 hours of receipt (or the next working day), we guarantee to accept return of such goods without charge.
Once we have received the goods at our premises a replacement will be dispatched to you.
Unwanted Goods
If you decide that you wish to cancel your order, you must notify us, in writing, within 7 working days of receipt.
You will be responsible for the cost of returning the goods to us.
The goods must be returned in a completely resalable condition, in the original packaging, complete with all parts and accessories as supplied. For furniture items that are supplied in flat pack form, we may not be able to accept return if the item has been assembled.
It is your responsibility to take reasonable care of the goods. Goods will be inspected before a refund is made. If the goods suffer damage or neglect whilst in your care a claim may be made.
Customers are responsible for ensuring products are suitable for their intended application prior to ordering.
We cannot accept returns of goods that have been made to your particular specifications or manufactured to order as indicated by the delivery status icons. If you are unsure please call 01302 300200.
For business customers returns may be subject to a handling/restocking charge not exceeding 30% of the net price of the goods.
The flexible polymer bollard is designed to deform under impact and recover towards its original position, helping reduce permanent damage compared with a rigid steel post.
It is suited to narrow or busy internal traffic routes where forklifts or other handling equipment operate close to protected areas and repeated low-level contact is possible.
It is a bolt-down product. The floor/substrate and the exact fixing arrangement must be suitable for the impact loads expected at the location.
Premier publishes impact-performance information for this exact FLEX+ product. Use the current product/data-sheet value for the selected configuration rather than transferring a rating from another BLACK BULL system.
