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There's no doubt civil engineering projects come with complex risks. From heavy machinery and uneven terrain to changing site layouts and public access points. Clear, reliable safety solutions are essential for keeping communities protected. Our solutions are engineered for the realities of civil works, combining strength, visibility, and adaptability to suit your site's needs.

Whether it's bollards to protect expensive public infrastructure, safety solutions for drainage projects, gates and other access solutions, or anything in between, we are here to help civil engineers across New Zealand and Australia build safer environments.

Bespoke Design

Unique Situation? Unique product. We offer custom product design tailored to your specific site safety challenge.

Site-Ready

Quick to install and relocate as your project progresses.

Built Tough

Engineered to handle heavy equipment and harsh site conditions.

Recommended Products

Column Protector

Regular price From $920.63 +GST
Sale price From $920.63 Regular price

Protect structural columns from accidental impact with Tru-Gard Column Protectors. Available in a range of sizes and finishes to suit your site layout, with options for both indoor and outdoor or wet area use.

  • Shields columns from forklifts, trolleys, and machinery
  • Range of sizes and finishes to match your requirements
  • Suitable for indoor, outdoor, and wet area environments
  • Includes fixings for easy installation

Dimensions:
Standard Size: 
Height: 1100mm 
Width: 450x450mm internal
Weight: 90kg (2 Halves)

Large Size:
Height: 1100mm 
Width: 560x560mm internal
Weight: 120kg (2 Halves)

See documents for more information.

Corner Protector

Regular price $131.64 +GST
Sale price $131.64 Regular price

Protect vulnerable corners in your shop with the Tru-Gard Corner Protector. Ideal for protecting wall corners or food display cabinets. Smooth outside face to stop damage to floor cleaning equipment.

  • Helps prevent damage from trolleys and pallets
  • Zinc plate finish for indoor and outdoor use
  • Concealed fixings 
  • Smooth outside face to prevent damage to floor cleaning equipment
  • Includes fixings for secure installation

Dimensions:
Height: 750mm
Depth: 130mm
Weight: 6.2kg

Personnel Gate Latch

Regular price $75.00 +GST
Sale price $75.00 Regular price

The ideal accessory for double gate setups, the Tru-Gard Personnel Gate Latch ensures secure closure and easy operation. Designed to keep gates firmly fastened and prevent unwanted movement between gate leaves.

  • Compatible with Tru-Gard Personnel and Telescopic Gates
  • Can be padlocked for added security
  • Keeps gates safely and neatly aligned
  • Includes fixings

Product Notes:
If using gates fully extended, make sure to mount them on 115mmØ bollards.

Auto Close Personnel Gate - Telescopic

Regular price From $445.00 +GST
Sale price From $445.00 Regular price

Flexible pedestrian access control across sites in NZ and Australia with telescopic security barrier gate systems from Tru-Gard

Manage wider access points and adapt to changing site layouts using the telescopic security barrier gate from Tru-Gard. Engineered from 100% recyclable steel, this versatile gate extends smoothly from 800mm to 1400mm, offering an adjustable physical safety barrier across doorways, equipment channels, and pedestrian walkways.

Finished in Safety Yellow over galvanising for all-weather indoor, outdoor, and wet area durability, Tru-Gard telescopic gates prevent unauthorised access while enforcing safety protocols. Mounting directly onto Tru-Gard posts or bollards, these adaptable gate systems help commercial PCBUs meet WorkSafe NZ and Safe Work Australia workplace health and safety mandates.

Engineered Performance & Key Differentiators

  • Adjustable Telescopic Width: Extends from 800mm to 1400mm wide (560mm height) to fit non-standard openings, wide transit lanes, and variable facility entry points.
  • Soft-Close & Auto-Close Mechanics: Features heavy-duty auto-close hinges and the Tru-Gard Soft-Close kit to eliminate slamming and prevent gates from being left open accidentally.
  • Double Gate Option: Two gates can be paired across double-width openings with middle latching and padlock integration to lock down high-hazard operational zones.
  • All-Weather Protective Coating: Built with safety yellow powder coating over a zinc coated steel base to resist rust, moisture, and harsh Trans-Tasman weather conditions.
  • Trans-Tasman Logistics Network: Manufactured at our central plant in Dunedin, NZ, with bulk inventory maintained at our Melbourne distribution centre for rapid dispatch across Australia and New Zealand.

Applications for Telescopic Security Barrier Gates

Tru-Gard telescopic security barrier gate systems deliver adaptable access control across commercial facility layouts:

  • Variable-Width Walkways: Deploy as an adaptable security barrier gate across wide pedestrian channels where standard fixed-width gates cannot reach.
  • Dual-Gate Perimeter Control: Pair two telescopic gates together to form a locked, padlockable perimeter barrier across delivery docks and freight yards.
  • High-Moisture & Outdoor Sites: Secure external access points, washdown bays, and outdoor processing facilities without risking corrosion or finish degradation.

Get in touch with the Tru-Gard team today to order telescopic security gates, request technical drawings, or arrange a project quote.

Door Frame Bollards

Regular price $0.00 +GST
Sale price $0.00 Regular price

Safeguard high-traffic industrial entrances across NZ and Australia with custom door protection bollards from Tru-Gard

Prevent costly vehicle strikes and operational downtime using heavy-duty door protection bollards from Tru-Gard. Specially engineered to wrap around vulnerable door frames, rapid-roll shutters, and loading dock tracks, our custom-sized protective bollards shield expensive door hardware from accidental forklift and machinery collisions.

Manufactured from 100% recyclable steel in 115mmØ and 165mmØ profiles, these specialised warehouse bollards provide custom-fit asset defence for busy logistics depots, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers. Installing certified door protection bollards helps commercial PCBUs maintain strict compliance with WorkSafe NZ and Safe Work Australia workplace health and safety standards.

Engineered Performance & Key Differentiators

  • Custom Made-to-Order Fit: Fabricated directly to your precise doorway dimensions and frame clearances to ensure maximum protection without restricting operational clear-opening width.

  • Tested & Certified Compliance: Fully compliant with PAS 13 and AS/NZS 1170.1 impact standards, backed by real-world physical vehicle crash testing and independent third-party structural engineering verification.

  • High-Strength Anchoring System: Supplied with specialised long-length engineering screw anchor bolts to deliver superior hold-down strength and eliminate base shearing during vehicle impacts.

Applications for Custom Warehouse Door Protection

Tru-Gard custom door protection bollards deliver targeted impact defence for critical industrial access points:

  • Rapid-Roll & High-Speed Doors: Prevent devastating vehicle strikes to delicate side tracks and sensors on high-speed warehouse doors.

  • Industrial Roller Shutters: Protect structural door frames and guide rails at main loading bays and logistics docks from reversing trucks and forklifts.

  • Depots & Factory Doorways: Deploy heavy-duty warehouse bollards to secure high-traffic internal transit channels—from Sydney distribution depots to factories throughout Australia and NZ—where material handling equipment frequently turns.

Contact the Tru-Gard team today to submit your door measurements or request an order form for custom project fabrication.

Extra Large Bollards - 220mmØ

Regular price $445.00 +GST
Sale price $445.00 Regular price

Built for impact, Tru-Gard Extra Large Bollards offer heavy-duty protection where it matters most. Ideal for high-traffic areas and shielding critical assets like doorways and infrastructure.

  • Designed for large vehicles and high-risk zones
  • Available in:
    – Safety Yellow (internal/dry use)
    – Galvanised or Yellow-over-Galvanised (external, wet or dry use)
  • Multiple ground mount options to suit your site

Extra Large Bollard Dimensions:
Height: 1100mm
Diameter: 220mmØ
Weight: 36kg

Extra Large Cast-In Bollards:
Length: 1600mm, 1100mm high after install
Diameter: 220mmØ
Weight: 37kg

See our Bollard Product Guide for full specs and mounting options.

Large Bollards - 165mmØ

Regular price $216.00 +GST
Sale price $216.00 Regular price

Tru-Gard Large Bollards are built for bigger impacts—providing heavy-duty protection for high-risk areas and critical assets. Available in a range of finishes to suit indoor, outdoor, and wet area use.

  • Designed for larger vehicle and equipment impact protection
  • Includes fixings for easy installation
  • Ideal for warehouses, loading bays, carparks, and industrial sites

Dimensions:
Height: 1100mm
Diameter: 165mmØ
Weight: 20kg

See our Bollard Product Guide for full specs and mounting options.

Removable Bollards - 115mmØ

Regular price From $345.34 +GST
Sale price From $345.34 Regular price

Maintain flexibility without compromising safety. Tru-Gard Removable Bollards are ideal for areas needing controlled access, like retail zones, stadiums, and shared spaces.

  • Galvanised or Yellow-over-Galv for indoor/outdoor use
  • Easily removed for temporary or flexible access
  • Secure when in place, simple to remove when needed

Dimensions:
Height: 1100mm
Diameter: 115mmØ
Base Depth: 350mm

Includes in-ground sleeve.

Weight: 19kg (removable part 14kg)

See our Bollard Product Guide for full specs and mounting options.

Standard Bollards - 115mmØ

Regular price From $165.00 +GST
Sale price From $165.00 Regular price

Standard Bollards

Tru-Gard Standard Bollards are a versatile safety solution designed to protect assets, structures, and pedestrians from vehicle impacts. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor / wet area use, these bollards are built to last with a tough finish in either galvanised or Tru-Gard Safety Yellow.

  • Provides strong, visible protection in high-traffic areas
  • Multiple ground mount options available
  • Includes fixings for fast installation

Dimensions:

  • Standard Bollard - 115mmØ x 1100mm high
  • Standard Bollard Cast In - 115mmØ x 1630mm (1100mm above ground) high
  • Standard Removable Bollard - 115mmØ x 1100mm high, base 350mm deep

See our Bollard Product Guide for full specs and mounting options.

Barrier End Cap

Regular price From $33.00 +GST
Sale price From $33.00 Regular price

Keep your Tru-Gard Barrier performing safely with our classic Standard End Cap. Designed to protect the ends of your barrier, it prevents wear and gives a neat, finished appearance.

  • Shields barrier ends from impact and damage
  • Maintains a clean, professional look
  • Quick and easy to fit
  • Available in galvanised, safety yellow, or safety yellow over galvanised to suit your barrier

For more information on custom barrier sizes and configurations, please see our Barrier Systems Page.

Barrier Flat End Cap

Regular price From $32.00 +GST
Sale price From $32.00 Regular price

Complete your Tru-Gard Barrier with this sturdy Flat End Cap. Designed to safely close off the ends of your barrier, it helps prevent damage and gives a clean, finished look.

  • Protects barrier ends from wear and impact
  • Maintains a neat, professional appearance
  • Easy to install and replace
  • Available in galvanised, safety yellow, or safety yellow over galvanised to suit your barrier

For more information on custom barrier sizes and configurations, please see our Barrier Systems Page.

Barrier Systems

Regular price $0.00 +GST
Sale price $0.00 Regular price

Safeguard high-traffic industrial zones across NZ and Australia with certified heavy duty road barriers from Tru-Gard

Streamline perimeter safety and protect critical transport infrastructure using modular heavy duty road barriers from Tru-Gard. Engineered from 100% recyclable steel, our heavy-duty steel barrier systems offer configurable perimeter defense against heavy transport vehicles, forklifts, and commercial delivery traffic.

Designed to serve as high-visibility road traffic barriers throughout NZ and AU, Tru-Gard modular systems protect facility roadways, external logistics yards, and internal transport lanes. Built to assist PCBUs in meeting WorkSafe NZ and Safe Work Australia statutory safety obligations, every configuration delivers independently verified impact protection tailored to your site's specific hazard profile.

Engineered Performance & Key Differentiators

  • Modular "Lego Set" Versatility: Configurable with 310mm, 610mm, and 910mm post heights in single or multiple rail runs. Finishes include hot-dip galvanised, safety yellow, or safety yellow over galvanised for maximum weather resistance.

  • Tested & Certified Compliance: Fully compliant with PAS 13 and AS/NZS 1170.1 impact standards, verified through physical crash testing and certified by independent third-party structural engineers.

  • High-Strength Anchoring: Supplied complete with specialised long-length engineering screw anchor bolts to deliver maximum concrete holding power and eliminate base plate shearing during collisions.

  • Corrosion & UV Resistance: Built to withstand harsh outdoor Trans-Tasman environments—engineered to resist rust, fading, and brittleness far better than European plastic alternatives.

  • Trans-Tasman Supply Chain: 100% manufactured at our primary plant in Dunedin, NZ, with bulk inventory stocked in Melbourne for fast dispatch across Australia and New Zealand.

Applications for Heavy Duty Road Traffic Barriers

Tru-Gard modular road traffic barriers deliver reliable structural security across diverse commercial and civil environments—from Sydney freight corridors to sites throughout AU and NZ:

  • Freight Terminals & Logistics Hubs: Install heavy duty road barriers along truck lanes, turning bays, and loading docks to prevent vehicle overruns and building damage.

  • Perimeter Roadways & Traffic Lanes: Define clear access paths, protect pedestrian walkways, and control speed zones across industrial parks and private facility roads.

  • Asset & Facility Shielding: Protect exterior power plant machinery, fuel storage tanks, and building envelopes from accidental transport collisions.

Contact our engineering team today to request CAD layouts, custom configuration assistance, or a project quote.

Hand Rail Systems

Regular price $0.00 +GST
Sale price $0.00 Regular price

Create clear pedestrian zones and protect facility workers across Australia and NZ using modular safety guardrail systems from Tru-Gard

Establish rigid pedestrian protection and control site access with versatile safety guardrail systems from Tru-Gard. Engineered from 100% recyclable steel, our modular handrail components offer flexible installation options for ground-mounted walkways, elevated staircases, mezzanines, and wall-supported pathways.

Designed to eliminate hazardous shortcuts and segregate foot traffic from material handling equipment, Tru-Gard guardrails deliver continuous physical boundary control across factories, logistics depots, and commercial facilities. Installing certified safety guardrail systems assists commercial PCBUs in fulfilling strict WorkSafe NZ and Safe Work Australia statutory safety obligations.

Engineered Performance & Key Differentiators

  • Modular "Lego Set" Flexibility: Configurable for ground-mounted, wall-mounted, mezzanine, or staircase applications, allowing complete site-specific customisation.
  • Tested & Certified Compliance: Fully compliant with PAS 13 and AS/NZS 1170.1 safety standards, backed by engineering calculations, real-world crash testing, and independent third-party verification.
  • High-Strength Anchoring: Supplied complete with specialised engineering screw bolts to deliver deep concrete engagement and eliminate base shearing under impact.
  • Corrosion & UV Resistance: Finished in high-visibility safety yellow engineered to withstand harsh Trans-Tasman weather conditions without rusting, fading, or becoming brittle.
  • Trans-Tasman Supply Chain: Originating from our primary plant in Dunedin, NZ, with bulk inventory maintained at our Melbourne warehouse for rapid distribution across Australia and New Zealand.

Applications for Modular Safety Guardrail Systems

Tru-Gard safety guardrail systems provide versatile fall protection and pedestrian segregation across complex facility layouts:

  • Mezzanines & Raised Platforms: Secure elevated storage areas, walkways, and loading zones against fall hazards and falling objects.
  • Staircases & Access Ramps: Install durable handrails along internal and external stair runs to ensure safe multi-level pedestrian transit.
  • Ground-Level Pedestrian Walkways: Create physical safety barriers alongside active forklift corridors, assembly lines, and machinery bays.

Reach out to the Tru-Gard team today to request custom guardrail drawings, site scoping advice, or a rapid project quote.

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