Vehicle Barriers vs Resistance Barriers for Transportation Projects
2025-09-03
B&B Roadway delivers complete solutions for the movable bridge market, including navigation lights, resistance barriers, warning gates, and traffic signal lights that ensure safe, reliable operations for motorists and maritime traffic. Our systems guide vessels, control roadway traffic, and protect bridge infrastructure, and for over 50 years they have been trusted across the United States for their durability, compliance, and dependable performance under demanding conditions.
Warning gates play a vital role in movable bridge operations by providing clear, highly visible signals that stop roadway traffic when a bridge is opening or closing. Positioned at bridge approaches, these gates extend across traffic lanes to prevent vehicles from entering the span, often working in coordination with traffic signals and navigation lights for a fully integrated safety system. We provide proven warning gate options that integrate easily into any movable bridge project, enhancing both safety and efficiency.
Resistance barriers provide critical protection in movable bridge operations by physically preventing vehicles from entering the span during openings or closures. Installed at bridge approaches, these barriers are designed to stop or redirect traffic in a controlled manner, helping safeguard both motorists and bridge infrastructure. Often paired with warning gates, traffic signals, and navigation lights, they form part of a fully integrated safety system. B&B Roadway offers a variety of resistance barrier solutions that adapt seamlessly to movable bridge projects, delivering reliable performance and long-term protection.
Navigation lights are essential to movable bridge operations, guiding vessels safely through channels when the bridge is raised or closed. Positioned to provide clear visibility on approach, these lights ensure mariners receive unmistakable signals that support safe and efficient waterway traffic flow. B&B Roadway supplies durable, dependable navigation lighting solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of movable bridge projects, ensuring long-term reliability in even the most demanding environments.
Vertical Warning Gate
The VW-4 Vertical Warning Gate combines strength and versatility, featuring a breakaway shear pin design with arm lengths up to 40 feet. It offers multiple gate operator and arm style options to fit a wide range of project requirements. Reliable and adaptable, the VW-4 delivers dependable performance and seamless integration.
Vertical Resistance Barrier
The VR-7 Vertical Resistance Barrier is an electro-mechanical solution engineered to stop vehicles safety by capturing and decelerating impacts with energy absorption. Available with dual-rail and tri-rail designs and multiple arm light configurations. The VR-7 delivers reliable protection and seamless integration into comprehensive safety systems.
Vandal Resistance Pier Light
Our Aluminum Vandal Resistant Pier Lights provide durable, long-lasting illumination for movable and fixed bridge structures, combining strength with reliability in harsh environments. Designed to withstand tampering, these pier lights ensure consistent visibility and safety for marine traffic. B&B Roadway’s Pier Lights come in several different options.