VALTIR Vulcan Barrier System CEN User manual

PN 617902
REVISION B DECEMBER 2022
VulcanTM Barrier System (CEN)
ASSEMBLY AND ANCHORING MANUAL

Part No. 617902
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Vulcan™ Barrier System (CEN)
Assembly and
Anchoring Manual
15601 Dallas Parkway
Suite 525
Addison, Texas 75001
IMPORTANT:
These instructions are to be used only in conjunction with the
assembly, maintenance, and repair of the VulcanTM
Barrier System. These
instructions are for standard assemblies
specified by the appropriate highway
authority only. In the event the specified system assembly, maintenance, or repair
requires or involves special circumstances, contact the appropriate highway authority
engineer. Valtir representatives are available for consultation with the engineer, if
needed.
This Manual must be available to the worker overseeing and/or assembling the
product at all times. For additional copies, contact Valtir at [phone] or
download from websites below.
The instructions contained in this Manual supersede all previous information and manuals. All
information, illustrations, and specifications in this Manual are based on the latest VulcanTM
Barrier System information available to Valtir at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make
changes at any time.

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Table of Contents
Customer Service Contacts ..............................................................................................3
Important Introductory Notes.............................................................................................3
System Overview ..............................................................................................................4
Recommended Safety Rules for Assembly.......................................................................4
Safety Symbols .................................................................................................................5
Warnings and Cautions.....................................................................................................5
Know your Vulcan™ Barrier System.................................................................................6
Application...................................................................................................................6
Anchoring Instructions.....................................................................................................11
Recommended Tools ................................................................................................11
Anchored VulcanTM Foundations...............................................................................11
Position the VulcanTM Barrier Sections......................................................................13
MP-3 Polyester Anchoring System .................................................................................14
Alternative Anchoring Options.........................................................................................16
Concrete:...................................................................................................................16
Asphalt: .....................................................................................................................16
Inspection Notice.......................................................................................................17
VULCAN™ 12M Drawings ..............................................................................................18
VULCAN™ 4M Drawings ................................................................................................22

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Customer Service Contacts
Valtir is committed to the highest level of customer service. Feedback regarding the
VulcanTM Barrier System, its assembly procedures, Manual content, and in-field
performance is always welcome. Our goal is to assist highway authorities in making their
highways safer. Additional information can be obtained by calling the telephone numbers
below:
Valtir:
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: http://www.Valtir.com/
Important Introductory Notes
Proper assembly of the VulcanTM Barrier System is essential for the system to perform
as tested and accepted per EN 1317. These instructions should be read in their entirety
and understood BEFORE assembling the VulcanTM Barrier. These instructions are to be
used only in conjunction with the assembly of the VulcanTM Barrier System and are for
standard assemblies only as specified by the applicable highway authority. In the event
your system assembly requires or involves special circumstances or, during the
assembly process, a question arises regarding a particular assembly step, contact the
design engineer for the highway authority before proceeding. If you proceed with an
assembly that deviates from that specified and approved by the applicable highway
authority, you negate the system’s accepted performance standards.
A set of product and project shop drawings will be supplied by Valtir. The shop drawings
will be for each section of the assembly. These drawings should be reviewed and
studied thoroughly by a qualified individual who understands their content before the
start of any deployment.

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System Overview
VulcanTM Barrier provides several unique advantages over traditional portable concrete
barriers, or other styles of portable safety barriers:
•Energy-absorbing when impacted pursuant to accepted criteria
•Quick and easy deployment and retrieval
•Lightweight
•Economical
•Easily repaired after most impacts
•Variety of deployment and end terminal options
VulcanTM Barrier and has been thoroughly tested to EN 1317 testing procedures.
VulcanTM Barrier has achieved N2 and H2 containment level acceptance as a redirecting
longitudinal safety barrier for speeds up to 100 km/h [62 mph].
Important:
Read safety instructions thoroughly and follow the suggested safe
practices before assembly, maintaining, or repairing the VulcanTM Barrier. Failure to
follow this warning can result in serious injury or death to the worker and/or
bystanders, as well as drivers who may impact a system so deployed. Please keep
these instructions for later use.
Warning:
Ensure that all of the VulcanTM Barrier Warnings, Cautions, and Important
statements within the VulcanTM Barrier manual are completely followed.
Use only
specified parts. The use of non-
specified parts is not authorized and renders the
system unacceptable to the appropriate highway authority for use on the specified
highway system. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death in
the event of a collision.
Recommended Safety Rules for Assembly
* Important Safety Instructions *
This Manual must be kept in a location where it is readily available to persons who
assemble, maintain, or repair the VulcanTM Barrier System. Additional copies of this
Manual are available from Valtir by calling [phone]. Please contact Valtir if
you have any questions concerning the information in this Manual or about the VulcanTM
Barrier System.
Always use appropriate safety precautions when operating power equipment, mixing
chemicals; and when moving heavy equipment or the VulcanTM Barrier components.
Gloves, safety goggles, and back protection should be used.
Safety measures incorporating traffic control devices must be used to provide safety for
personnel while at the assembly, maintenance, or repair site.

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Safety Symbols
This section describes safety symbols that may appear in the VulcanTM Barrier System
Manual. Read the Manual for complete safety, assembly, operating, maintenance,
repair, and service information.
Symbol
Meaning
Safety Alert Symbol:
Indicates Danger, Warning, or Caution; failure to read and follow the Danger,
Warning, Safety, or Caution notices could result in serious injury or death to the
workers and/or bystanders.
Warnings and Cautions
Read all instructions before assembling, maintaining, or repairing the VulcanTM Barrier
System.
Warning:
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the complete instructions
for the VulcanTM Barrier before assembling, maintaining, or repairing the VulcanTM
Barrier. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death in the event
of a collision.
Warning:
Ensure that all Warnings, Cautions and Important statements within the
VulcanTM Barrier manual are completely followed. Failure to follow this warning could
result in serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
Warning:
Be sure adequate time is available for complete assembly, maintenance,
or repair before beginning the assembly, maintenance, or repair process. Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
Warning:
Do not assemble, maintain, or repair the VulcanTM Barrier until you have
read this Manual thoroughly and completely understand it. Please call Valtir at +1
[phone] if you do not understand the assembly instructions. Failure to follow
this warning could result in serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
Warning:
Use only Valtir parts for assembling
, maintaining, or repairing the
VulcanTM Barrier. Assembly, maintenance, or repairs using unaccepted accessories is
strictly prohibited. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death
in the event of a vehicle impact with an UNACCEPTED system.
Warning: DO NOT modify the VulcanTM Barrier in any way. Failure to follow this
warning could result in serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
Warning:
Ensure that the VulcanTM Barrier and delineation used meet all specifying
agency and local specifications. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death in the event of a collision.
Warning:Ensure that your assembly meets all appropriate local standards. Failure
to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
Warning:
Ensure that there is proper site grading for VulcanTM Barrier placement
as dictated by the specifying agency. Failure to follow this warning could result in
serious injury or death in the event of a collision.

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Know your Vulcan™ Barrier System
Application
The VulcanTM Barrier can be used in many applications specified by the appropriate
highway authority such as:
•General road maintenance performed by road authorities, contractors, local
municipalities, etc.
•Road construction
•Lane closures
•Toll plazas
•Road Resurfacing
•Excavation or culvert protection
•Detours or diversions
•Bridge repairs
•Temporary or permanent assemblies
•Median or verge assemblies
•A variety of approved end terminals available or option to "Taper Through Clear
Zone"
In order to select the most appropriate VulcanTM Barrier System for a given site, this
manual helps the appropriate highway authority answer the following questions:
•Is the VulcanTM Barrier appropriate for my site?
•What is the application? What indicates the use of the VulcanTM Barrier?
•How long must the barrier be? Refer to the length of need and beginning of length
of need for VulcanTM Barrier assembly options.
•How much clear zone is available, and how much is required for the correct
functioning of the System?
•Are there curves, slopes or curbs present which may not suit the VulcanTM Barrier?
•Is an end treatment, which has been accepted by the appropriate highway
authority, available to suit my particular requirement? Refer to end terminal section
of this manual.
The purpose of this manual is to supply some basic application information about the
VulcanTM Barrier and to detail its performance when tested to EN 1317 criteria.
If you would like further assistance, please contact Valtir Customer Service Department
at [phone].

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Figure 1 - Freestanding Configuration
(Not H2)

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Figure 2 - Anchored Configuration

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Figure 3 - Anchored Configuration