"We are absolutely delighted with the boom; it has proved to be both easy to use and extremely effective"
J.T., BAE SYSTEMS


"Brilliant - we couldn't have done it without you!"
K.C., HALCROW GROUP
Case Studies
Take a look at some installations to see how well Bolina Booms perform.
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Perimeter Defence Booms
Sheathed wire rope boom
Sheathed wire rope boom
Perimeter Defence Booms are for the protection of structures or vessels in high risk areas. Also for the protection of construction works, while providing a safe environment for those working on site such as for the Olympics (design not shown).

Safety Features

  • Personnel can work behind the boom in safety
  • Tubing maintains a constant freeboard & supports the cable
  • Generous floats restrain craft
  • All stressed components tested before despatch
  • No moving parts under stress (such as swivels)
  • Reflective panels  between floats available for increased visibility or signage
  • Optional alarm systems, lights etc.

Bolina Standards

  • New tooling for float mouldings (low profile colours available)
  • Polyethylene floats are rotation moulded to Montreal Protocol standards
  • Proven long-term UV stability
  • Floats foamed with Lloyds Registered marine grade material (except for Environment Booms)
  • All components made to ISO 9001 standards
  • Steel components hot dip galvanised to ISO 1461
  • Certified welding quality
  • 20 years experience in flotation
  • Past experience in mouldings for MOD, RNLI, ABP, EA, HIE, BW
  • Thorough design and execution of boom projects

Construction Features

  • User-friendly assembly with simple instructions
  • Easy disconnection for access
  • Maintenance reduced to occasional inspections
  • Cable floats are unstressed
  • Tried and tested pile float system to accommodate tidal range if required
  • Vandal and tamper resistant connections
  • Optional colours and lettering for floats

Deploying booms with the above features demonstrates your commitment to deterring terrorist activity in accordance with the ISPS Code, while protecting personnel