October 4, 2026
A practical guide to reassessing highway guardrail systems after pavement resurfacing, including NZTA M23 height tolerance, posts, foundations, roadbed and cleaning checks.
Standards & Certification
Guardrail crash-test standards explained: EN 1317 containment levels, AASHTO M180 / MASH TL ratings, China JTG B05-01, working width and ASI. Written for engineers and specifiers who must justify a barrier choice against a project standard.
October 1, 2026
On mountain roads, scenic routes and ordinary national or provincial roads, motorcycles share the roadway with cars and trucks. When a motorcycle loses control, the rider […]
September 29, 2026
China’s updated desert highway standard addresses guardrail crash protection, wind-blown sand and coordinated facility layouts. Includes the Chinese original and a six-page unofficial English translation of selected provisions.
September 27, 2026
Three guardrail maintenance takeaways from JTG/T 5410-2026: repair, component reuse and pavement coordination. Includes the Chinese original and a 10-page unofficial English translation of selected traffic safety provisions.
September 11, 2026
EN 1317 (EN 1317 series) Under Revision: What Could Change in Europe’s Road Restraint System Certification Europe’s road restraint system standards are entering a revision-preparation phase. […]
August 18, 2026
Bridge and Waterfront Guardrail Safety Requirements: Containment Levels, Anchorage and Project Acceptance Quick Answer Bridge and waterfront guardrails cannot be judged by the shape of a […]