The BOSS

The BOSS – Barrier On Strong Spikes – is a unique ISO 22343-1 certified system  suitable as both an anti-incursion measure for the highways industry and a robust security measure to protect crowded spaces for events. It is designed to bring vehicles to a controlled stop to protect people from harm.

Manufactured by Highway Care’s partner, Stuer-Egghe, and designed with advice and expertise from our technical team, this lightweight, surface-mounted Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) system offers an array of benefits.

The BOSS is capable of preventing vehicles weighing up to 7.5t from entering the protected area when travelling at speeds of up to 48kph (30mph). Unlike police stinger devices, which only puncture the tyres, allowing the vehicle to continue moving, The BOSS works by also inhibiting the vehicle’s wheels and axle, utilising the spikes to capture the wheels and prevent them from turning.

The system comprises a robust mat with the eponymous strong spikes pointing outwards, which brings the vehicle to a controlled stop without causing debris which could scatter to cause injuries. These spikes are concealed by 3D printed covers to protect pedestrians from injury.  

Each complete, three-metre tested array consists of six strips with revolutionary stopping technology, along with two brandable tent covers, eight simple locking mechanisms, and three coupling plates.

For the upgraded configuration, an extension bar, additional tent cover and three further strips of spikes are required.

The 8kg components fit together to create a system with a total weight of less than 70kg and two storage compartments are also provided with the system for easy transportation. A single operative can install the protection in just a few minutes, transport it to site easily, and move or reconfigure The BOSS as required.