Impasse^® Steel Fence System – Ornamental Pale

Traditional security fences of chain-link or wire mesh and barbed razor tape are no longer enough to meet today's increased security demands. They do not delay serious attacks or intrusion attempts for more than a few seconds.

Ameristar' (Patent Pending) Impasse Security Fence offers the resistive strength of heavy-duty steel spears secured vertically to a framework of specially formed steel rails and I-beam posts. The stylish design of the Impasse, combined with its strength and security, provides a successful first line of defense.

The structural configuration of the Impasse system not only delays aggressive attacks, but also allows for the seamless integration of additional security features such as anti-ram cables, sensors and alarm systems.

Standard security features of the Impasse^® fence include the unique roll-formed Impasse^® I-beam which acts as a strong barrier to support the entire fence system. The mounting bracket, a solid steel flat bar, fits through slotted holes pre-punched into the post. Heavy stainless steel tamperproof nuts and bolts attach adjacent rails to either end of the mounting bracket, ensuring a solid and secure connection. Tamperproof carriage bolts fit snugly into the recessed depression on the face of each pale, deterring any attempt to pry or chisel the bolt head.

Panel will rack over 30 degrees without special drilling or assembly operations.

Little or no maintenance is required for the fence and gate systems supplied by Ameristar^®. The PermaCoat^® epoxy and polyester coated steel in Impasse^® will remain corrosion free for years to come. Damages to coated surfaces can be readily covered with Ameristar's matching custom finishes (either spray or paint pen application).

Impasse^® is offered in three styles: Trident^™, Stronghold^™, and Gauntlet^™. Impasse is offered in four colors: Black, Bronze, White and Desert Sand.

Trident^™: The Impasse^® Trident^™ is designed for high-risk security applications. It is the most suited first line of defense to surround a military installation, a government complex, an airport or seaport, a nuclear or chemical plant, a munitions facility or armory, a reservoir, or any other facility in need of the utmost protection from the possibility of attack. High-tensile steel corrugated pales rise above the topmost rail and terminate with a menacing triple-pointed and splayed spear tip.

Stronghold^™: The blunt slightly rounded tip of the Stronghold^™ is ideal for facilities like schools, hospitals, sports complexes, racetracks and other public situations where strength is necessary, but safety of the general populace is also an important design consideration.

Gauntlet^™: The Gauntlet^™ is the most serious Impasse^® design as it couples the fearsome triple point with an outward curve that discourages attempts to gain entry by climbing. Barbed tape can be attached to make an even more difficult obstacle.