Crash Cushion 101: The Absorb M
Up next in our popular Crash Cushion 101 series is the fantastic Absorb M crash cushion. These narrow and anchorless barriers are filled with water and are perfect for use across a wide range of construction projects and roadworks, giving contractors complete peace of mind that their team is safe.
As one of the leading providers of temporary crash cushions hire in Australia, we know how important it is to find the right options for your project. To help you understand the best crash cushion for you, we thought we would explore what the Absorb M temporary crash cushion is and some of the biggest benefits that it can provide you.
What is the Absorb M Crash Cushion?
Designed for use in narrow working spaces without compromising on safety, the Absorb M is an anchorless and water-filled crash cushion. The unique design of this temporary crash cushion means it is very popular for use in a wide range of situations while measuring in at just 67cm wide ensures that it can fit in construction or roadwork projects where space might be very limited.
The Absorb M system is available in either a Mash TL-2 or Mash TL-3, which means they are suitable for use in speed zones of either 60 km/h or 80 km/h. These Mash crash cushions are also incredibly quick to install and offer the shortest length in its class, ensuring they can fit to a range of steel or concrete barriers.
These unique barriers are comprised of a nose plate, elements, mid-nose, pin assemblies, transition and mechanical anchors. The front element of the Absorb M should always be empty, while the rest will be filled with water. This helps to slow down errant vehicles and preventing them from re-entering traffic.
What are the benefits of the Absorb M crash cushion?
The narrow and durable Absorb M crash cushion is able to provide a huge array of benefits to your next construction or roadwork, including:
Suitable for varying speed zones
Thanks to being rated to either TL-2 or TL-3, these mash crash cushions can be used in various speed zones. The TL-2 rated version is perfect for use in areas that will see vehicles travelling at up to 60 km/h, while the TL-3 rated option can be used in zones of up to 80 km/h.
Rapid installation
Another major benefit of the Absorb M crash cushion is that it is incredibly quick to install and remove. Thanks to not requiring any ground anchoring and being small in size, these crash cushions can be rapidly fitted to the end of a concrete or steel barrier. Here at RPM Hire, our highly experienced team is able to quickly deliver, install and remove your crash cushions, ensuring your project remains on time.
Narrow footprint
Alongside being quick to install, the Absorb M is also incredibly narrow, being on 67cm wide. This ensures it is a fantastic option for workspaces and roadwork projects where overall space is very limited. Despite this small size, this temporary crash cushion does not compromise on safety.
Versatile
Another very popular benefit of the Absorb M temporary crash cushion is that it is incredibly versatile. These cushions can be installed onto almost any road surface, alongside a wide range of barriers, ensuring that no matter what your project might be, you will have peace of mind that your workers are protected. They are also fully approved for use in work zone locations.
Durable
Finally, the Absorb M is also an incredibly durable temporary crash cushion. Constructed from long-lasting materials, the cushions are able to withstand constant exposure to the elements without breaking down or degrading. This ensures that they will be able to continuously protect your worksite and employees.
What kind of barriers can the Absorb M crash cushions be used on?
The lightweight Absorb M crash cushions are very versatile and can be fitted to an array of different crash barriers, including:
JJ Hooks Concrete Barrier
The JJ Hooks concrete barrier is a very popular style of barrier, thanks to its high strength and robustness. Completely compliant with Australian road standards, they are designed to be used to protect roadworkers from motorists, working to absorb the impact of a vehicle and stopping them from re-entering traffic.
Used in construction projects and roadworks across the globe, they can be used in either permanent or temporary deployment and are very quick to install.
DB80 Concrete Barrier
The DB80 concrete barrier is another very popular style of barrier, and the Absorb M solution is a fantastic concrete barrier end treatment. The lightweight DB80 ensures that they can be very quick to install in work projects without needing to restrict performance.
This style of concrete barrier is also available in a wide range of sizes, which makes them suitable for a range of different projects.
Highway Guard Steel Barrier
Not just suitable as a concrete barrier end treatment, the Absorb M can be used on a range of steel options, including the Highway Guard steel barrier. With a TL-4 MASH rating, the highest possible for a temporary road barrier, it is one of the world’s safest options.
With 6m modular sections and integrated anchoring, drainage and forklift access points, the Highway Guard is incredibly quick and simple to install.
BG800 Steel Barrier
The Absorb M crash cushion is also compatible with the BG800 steel barrier. Used in a wide range of short and long term projects, these steel barriers have undergone extensive testing to ensure that they are able to meet the highest demands.
Suitable for use across various construction and roadwork projects, the BG800 is designed to help minimise the damage to impacting vehicles while absorbing the energy, slowing them down and preventing them from re-entering traffic.
Looking to install Absorb M crash cushions to your site?
No matter whether you are undertaking roadworks or you are completing a construction project near a road, then our team at RPM Hire is here to help you. For over ten years, we have been providing the highest quality roadside and event equipment for short term, and long term hire.
From crash cushions such as the Absorb M to proven road safety barriers, light towers and arrow boards, we are able to provide you with everything you need to keep your employees and members of the public safe. Our experienced team are also able to expertly install all equipment, giving you complete peace of mind that your site is operating as safely as possible.
If you want to find out more about our range of products, need some advice on the right solutions for your project, or you want to hire our Absorb M crash cushions, call us today on 1300 479 570 or send an enquiry via our contact form.
