Engineered and manufactured in the UK, our systems combine robust steel construction with advanced hydraulic technology to provide smooth operation and exceptional security performance in both manned and unmanned environments.
Howick Automation manufactures and supplies high-performance Rising Kerbs UK, designed to prevent unauthorised vehicle access and protect high-security sites. From commercial car parks to critical national infrastructure, our rising kerbs and crash rated road blockers deliver uncompromising protection, reliability, and long-term durability.
By combining access control technology with heavy-duty physical barriers, we deliver complete Vehicle Security Solutions UK tailored to each site’s risk level.
All Howick Automation rising kerbs and road blockers integrate with:
For sites requiring higher levels of protection, the HA10000 K8 Crash Rated Road Blocker provides certified impact resistance against hostile vehicle threats.
Crash tested to PAS 68 standards, the HA10000 K8 has been successfully tested at 40mph with zero penetration, remaining operational after impact. This makes it suitable for government buildings, critical infrastructure, defence facilities, and high-risk commercial environments.
Powered by a hydraulic system with inverter and PLC controls, the HA10000 K8 delivers fast and reliable operation while maintaining full duty cycle performance. Its robust construction and anti-skid surface finish ensure durability and safe vehicle interaction during normal operation.
This road blocker provides serious perimeter protection while integrating seamlessly into wider access control systems.
The HA10000 K12 Crash Rated Road Blocker offers enhanced protection for environments facing the highest security risks. Tested to PAS 68 K12 standards at higher impact speeds, this system is designed to stop heavy vehicles travelling at significant force.
Like the K8 model, the K12 version utilises a heavy-duty hydraulic power pack with PLC control, delivering rapid deployment and continuous duty operation. The HA10000 K12 combines extreme impact resistance with reliable automated operation, ensuring uncompromising vehicle security. Ideal for:
We deliver robust vehicle security solutions built for demanding environments, from everyday access control to high-security infrastructure. Our systems combine engineered strength, reliable performance and expert installation to keep sites protected and operating efficiently.
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Based on 21 reviews Joe has been brilliant, he stayed in communication. Cannot recommend Howick enough! Michelle Quinn We have been using these guys for 15 years. Amazing service everytime. Whether it’s planned in. Or a complete out the blue emergency. Special shout to Mike awesome professional workmanship from a highly multi skilled engineer. 🙏🙌. DJJENKO Efficient and professional service every time. Kim in the office is friendly and helpful and whenever we have an issue with our gates they always attend promptly to assist, even though they weren’t the original installers. They are also reasonably priced compared to others. Ross Wallis Howick Automation went above and beyond when we had a panel failure to our gate motor, the timing of the failure just before a bank holiday couldn't of been worse but Mick the engineer was determined to fix and stayed until the job was done ! the parts kept arriving wrong or faulty from supplier so Will from the office jumped in his van and drove to the supplier's warehouse to pick up a replacement part and a spare motor just in case. that is the definition of customer service, it was a very stressful time for our company whilst the gate was down but we had every faith that Howick would get it fixed one way or another. special thanks to: Kim Joanna Will and last but certainly not least Mick C & S CARAVANS Had some rather large electric gates installed along with a matching side gate, the whole process from initial quote to installation was first class and they look fantastic. For privacy reasons we went with solid gates, which have caused some issues with strong winds due to the size, but Howick Forge quickly found a way to address the problem and a solution was engineered and installed. Highly recommended A++++++ Damian Webber I had a good experience with this business. I called about getting some work done and they were quick to advise me on what the best steps were going ahead. They worked through the complications we have with the site and were helpful in providing advice. I would not hesitate to use them again. John's Tutoring On the recommendation of a friend, I recently had new gates fitted by Howick Automation. I have been really happy with the efficient and professional service I received from them at every stage of the process. From the moment they came to give me an estimate to the day the gates were finished, every interaction with all members of the team has been excellent. The guys who fitted the gates were so considerate and friendly. They always turned up on time and worked with the minimum mess and disruption. This might not sound like a big deal, but in my experience this kind of service is quite rare nowadays. The team have obviously been chosen with care and trained well. It is clear that they enjoy their jobs and want to do their very best work. I am really happy with the gates, they are really great quality and supplied at a fair price. I would not hesitate to recommend this Company to any one who needs their services. pam ERNEST
Heavy-duty systems designed to withstand constant use and high-impact conditions.
From standard control to crash-rated protection, our solutions meet strict security requirements.
Fully compatible with access control, traffic systems and wider site infrastructure.
Professional installation and ongoing support ensure long-term reliability and performance.
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