--- title: "BW Integrated Systems: A Polymer Barrier Case Study" description: Discover how BW Integrated Systems enhanced their pedestrian safety and reduced their maintenance costs with Polymer Safety Barriers and Painted Walkways. image: https://clarity-safety.com/hubfs/BW%20Case%20Study.png --- [Skip to content](https://clarity-safety.com/bw-integrated-systems-a-polymer-barrier-case-study#main-content) [![ClarityVM Brand Logo](https://clarity-safety.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Other/social-suggested-images/clarity-safety.comhs-fshubfsNew%20Website%20Logo-1.png?width=148&height=87&name=clarity-safety.comhs-fshubfsNew%20Website%20Logo-1.png)](https://2526641.hs-sites.com/home?hsLang=en) - [Services](https://clarity-safety.com/visual-factory-fit-out) Show submenu for Services - [Polymer Barriers](https://clarity-safety.com/polymer-safety-barriers) - [Floor Marking LED Projectors](https://clarity-safety.com/led-projected-floor-markings) - [Visual Management](https://clarity-safety.com/visual_management_products) - [Warehouse Safety Audit](https://clarity-safety.com/warehouse-safety-audit-uk-forklift-pedestrian-risk-review) - [Consulting & Training](https://clarity-safety.com/consulting-training) - [Testing](https://clarity-safety.com/barriers-testing) - [Pricing](https://clarity-safety.com/factory-fit-out-pricing) Show submenu for Pricing - [Fit Out Pricing](https://clarity-safety.com/factory-fit-out-pricing) - [Visual Management Pricing](https://clarity-safety.com/visual-management-product-pricing) - [Case Studies](https://clarity-safety.com/case-studies) - [Learning Hub](https://clarity-safety.com/learning-centre) Show submenu for Learning Hub - [Gallery](https://clarity-safety.com/gallery) - [About us](https://clarity-safety.com/about-us) Show submenu for About us - [Our Team](https://clarity-safety.com/meet-the-team) - [Planet First - Our ESG strategy](https://clarity-safety.com/claritys-esg-strategy-helping-you-reduce-your-carbon-footprint) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Services](https://clarity-safety.com/visual-factory-fit-out) Show submenu for Services - [Polymer Barriers](https://clarity-safety.com/polymer-safety-barriers) - [Floor Marking LED Projectors](https://clarity-safety.com/led-projected-floor-markings) - [Visual Management](https://clarity-safety.com/visual_management_products) - [Warehouse Safety Audit](https://clarity-safety.com/warehouse-safety-audit-uk-forklift-pedestrian-risk-review) - [Consulting & Training](https://clarity-safety.com/consulting-training) - [Testing](https://clarity-safety.com/barriers-testing) - [Pricing](https://clarity-safety.com/factory-fit-out-pricing) Show submenu for Pricing - [Fit Out Pricing](https://clarity-safety.com/factory-fit-out-pricing) - [Visual Management Pricing](https://clarity-safety.com/visual-management-product-pricing) - [Case Studies](https://clarity-safety.com/case-studies) - [Learning Hub](https://clarity-safety.com/learning-centre) Show submenu for Learning Hub - [Gallery](https://clarity-safety.com/gallery) - [About us](https://clarity-safety.com/about-us) Show submenu for About us - [Our Team](https://clarity-safety.com/meet-the-team) - [Planet First - Our ESG strategy](https://clarity-safety.com/claritys-esg-strategy-helping-you-reduce-your-carbon-footprint) - [Get in touch](https://clarity-safety.com/contact-us) [Get in touch](https://clarity-safety.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) # BW Integrated Systems - Polymer Safety Barriers "The quality of the product far exceeds the traditional metal fabricated barriers. There's no maintenance, they can just be cleaned, and the risk of there being permanent damage is really low. It's just a no-brainer!" [Contact Us](https://clarity-safety.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) [![BW Case Study Video Thumbnail](https://clarity-safety.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Case%20Studies/BW%20Case%20Study%20Video%20Thumbnail.png?width=683&height=452&name=BW%20Case%20Study%20Video%20Thumbnail.png "BW Case Study Video Thumbnail")](https://youtu.be/IkiAwLZSeIM?si=5zZeKTgs-RrlI1PF) **Who are BW Integrated Systems?**     BW specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of bespoke global-leading can depalletising and packing systems. They are a global company who pride themselves in coordinated continuous improvement with a strong focus on site safety improvements. **BW's Challenges**     For many years pedestrians shared access routes along with FLT's. There was no segregation creating safe walkways for pedestrians through the factory. Having introduced some metal barriers in previous years, the cost of replacement and damage to infrastructure was increasing. ![Polyflex Barrier installation at BW](https://2526641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/2526641/hubfs/XT5A0178.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=XT5A0178.jpg) ![MPM Polymer Barrier in UK Factory](https://2526641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/2526641/hubfs/XT5A0208.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=XT5A0208.jpg) ![Clarity Polyflex barrier in UK factory](https://2526641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/2526641/hubfs/XT5A0215.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=XT5A0215.jpg) ![MPM Polymer Double Swing Pedestrian Gate](https://2526641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/2526641/hubfs/XT5A0213.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=XT5A0213.jpg) ![Polyflex installation at BW Integrated Systems](https://2526641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/2526641/hubfs/XT5A0233.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=XT5A0233.jpg) ![PVC Barrier installed at BW Systems](https://2526641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/2526641/hubfs/XT5A0191.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=XT5A0191.jpg) ![Yellow PVC Barrier Installation Project](https://2526641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/2526641/hubfs/XT5A0175.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=XT5A0175.jpg) ![Low Level Polymer Barrier Protection](https://2526641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/2526641/hubfs/XT5A0181.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=XT5A0181.jpg) ![Pedestrian Segregation Barrier in UK factory](https://2526641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/2526641/hubfs/XT5A0224.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=XT5A0224.jpg) ![PED 150 LINK Barrier in factory](https://2526641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/2526641/hubfs/XT5A0207.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=XT5A0207.jpg) ![Polymer barrier installed at BW Integrated Systems](https://2526641.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/2526641/hubfs/Polymer%20barrier%20installed%20at%20BW%20Integrated%20Systems.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=Polymer%20barrier%20installed%20at%20BW%20Integrated%20Systems.jpg) ## The Solution: ### Pedestrian Segregation from FLT's Clarity developed a tailored 3D design solution for BW, proposing the integration of dedicated walkways throughout their factory to ensure safe pedestrian routes and efficient separation from forklift traffic. By selecting the Polymer PVC Barrier system, several key benefits were achieved: - Impact-Resistant Flexible Barriers: These barriers provide robust protection against the constant movement of FLTs, minimising the risk of damage and enhancing safety. - Floor Preservation: Unlike traditional metal barriers, Polymer PVC barriers eliminate the damage previously caused to concrete floors, offering a more durable and sustainable solution. - High-Visibility Features: All handrails and gates are coated with a high-visibility finish, making them easily noticeable to operators and pedestrians alike, further reducing the risk of accidents. - Protection of People and Assets: The barrier system safeguards both personnel and valuable factory equipment, creating a safer work environment for all. - Vertical Barrier Face: The design includes a vertical barrier face, preventing FLT forks from riding over or under the barriers, ensuring consistent pedestrian segregation. ##### Succeed with Clarity ![1-Mar-11-2024-12-06-40-3471-PM](https://clarity-safety.com/hubfs/1-Mar-11-2024-12-06-40-3471-PM.png) 0 + Employees Protected from Incidents ![2-Mar-11-2024-12-06-40-3496-PM](https://clarity-safety.com/hubfs/2-Mar-11-2024-12-06-40-3496-PM.png) £ 0 M Real Estate Assets Protected ![3-Mar-11-2024-12-06-40-3572-PM](https://clarity-safety.com/hubfs/3-Mar-11-2024-12-06-40-3572-PM.png) 0 + Satisfied Sectors ![4-Mar-11-2024-12-06-40-3302-PM](https://clarity-safety.com/hubfs/4-Mar-11-2024-12-06-40-3302-PM.png) 0 Hours saved per project ##### 'The quality of the product far exceeds the traditional metal fabricated barriers. There's no maintenance, they can just be cleaned, and the risk of there being permanent damage is really low ##### It's just a no-brainer!’ ##### Operational Excellence Leader, Richard Chambers ![DW](https://clarity-safety.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DW.png?width=700&height=508&name=DW.png "DW") ## Choose Clarity for your workplace needs ##### Get in touch and speak with a visual management specialist to answer any questions you may have on our products, or business.   [Speak to Damian](https://clarity-safety.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) Speak to Damian today 01482 296451 ### Want to decrease your maintenance cost by implementing barriers like these? 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