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QuadGuard, Wide QuadGuard
Purpose: The QuadGuard is an end treatment for concrete barrier and beam guardrail and is also used to mitigate fixed objects up to 7 feet-6 inches wide.
Description: The system consists of a series of Hex-Foam cartridges surrounded by a framework of steel diaphragms and quadruple corrugated fender panels.
Functionality: The internal shearing of the cartridges and the crushing of the energy absorption material absorb impact energy from end-on hits. The fender panels redirect vehicles impacting the attenuator on the side.
Foundation: The system is installed on a concrete foundation.
Slope: If the site has excessive grade or cross slope, additional site preparation or modification to the units in accordance with the manufacturer's literature is required. Excessive is defined as steeper than 8% for the QuadGuard.
Manufacturer/Supplier: Energy Absorption Systems
