Civil Preparation and Cabinet Mounting
The installation of the eSSL BGL-100 barrier system requires establishing a stable, level concrete foundation plinth capable of securely anchoring the main housing. The barrier cabinet measures 268 mm x 348 mm x 1050 mm and forms part of an assembly with a recorded gross weight of 71.6 kg. Anchoring must be completed using heavy-duty mechanical fasteners through the base to prevent vibration and mechanical deflection during continuous vehicle cycling.
Because the chassis provides an ingress protection rating of IP54 and is rated for operating temperatures spanning from -20°C to +50°C, the cabinet can be installed in outdoor perimeter environments without secondary weather housings, provided the mounting pad allows standard surface water drainage away from the cabinet base.
Boom Arm Assembly and Rest Stand Alignment
The system utilizes a 5-meter boom arm constructed from aluminum, featuring integrated Red and Green LED traffic indicators along its profile. Position the barrier housing at the designated verge of the roadway so that the arm spans the 5m traffic lane unobstructed.
Directly opposite the barrier cabinet, install and secure the included boom rest stand at the 5-meter mark. Precise leveling and axial alignment between the drive shaft hub and the boom rest stand ensure that the aluminum profile is fully supported when in the horizontal closed position, minimizing mechanical stress on the drive assembly. Ensure internal wiring leads from the cabinet are routed into the boom arm to power the integrated LEDs, which visually display red when closed and switch to green upon opening.
Mains Power Wiring and SMPS Connection
Power conversion is managed via an internal Switched-Mode Power Supply (SMPS). Field electrical cables must enter through conduit knockouts at the cabinet base to reach the power terminal blocks. The onboard SMPS accepts input voltages of AC 220V / 110V at 50Hz / 60Hz, driving the internal 90W, 240V AC barrier motor. All cable entry points into the IP54 cabinet must be properly sealed to maintain dust and moisture resistance.
Safety Sensor and Access Control Interfacing
The barrier controller operates via dry contact input signals for opening, closing, and stopping commands. Dedicated input terminals allow direct integration of essential roadway safety equipment and third-party access control systems:
- Inductive Loop Detectors: Terminate vehicle detection loop modules to the dedicated loop detector interface to prevent closure while a vehicle occupies the lane.
- Safety Photocells: Connect optical beam sensors across the roadway directly to the photocell interface for non-contact obstacle detection.
- Air Switches: Wire pneumatic safety edge sensors to the dedicated air switch interface to initiate immediate safety response upon physical contact.
- Access Control Systems: Wire dry contact outputs from access control panels, standalone access control devices, RFID units, or manual push buttons directly to the system trigger terminals.
- Bounce-Back Safety: Configure the optional bumping bounce-back function to automatically reverse the arm movement if contact is detected during descent.
Commissioning, Limit Setting, and Local Controls
Initial commissioning is performed directly at the barrier housing using the incorporated internal control panel, which features 3 push buttons (STOP, UP, and DOWN). Technicians can manually command the 90W motor to verify the mechanical limit settings, confirming the rated 6-second cycle time for up and down operations.
Verify that the barrier transitions properly between automatic and manual operating modes, allowing manual manipulation of the aluminum arm during routine maintenance or power loss. Finally, test the wireless remote control system from various points on-site to verify signal reception across its operating range of up to 25 meters. If remote control transmitters require auxiliary replacement batteries (they are not included), ensure compatible cells are supplied prior to handing over the completed installation.
