Construction
From tender to final walkthrough, Tru-Gard is your safety partner every step of the way. We work alongside construction companies of all sizes across New Zealand and Australia to deliver safety finishes that meet spec, meet deadlines, and meet the moment.
Whether it’s safeguarding active sites, marking out pedestrian access, or protecting structural assets for the long term - our bollards, barriers, and other safety solutions, help you tick the safety box at every stage of the build.
Need safety sorted for a new development, civil works site, or retrofit project? We’ve got the tools, the team, and the track record to make it happen.
For more information about how we can help with tenders and other aspects of the building process see our Solutions Guide for Builders here.
Site-Ready
Quick to install and relocate as your project progresses.
Built Tough
Engineered to handle heavy equipment and harsh site conditions.
Professional Install
Fitted by our expert team for maximum safety and compliance.
Recommended Products
Standard Bollards - 115mmØ
Standard Bollards
Tru-Gard Standard Bollards are a versatile safety solution designed to protect assets, structures, and pedestrians from vehicle impacts. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor / wet area use, these bollards are built to last with a tough finish in either galvanised or Tru-Gard Safety Yellow.
- Provides strong, visible protection in high-traffic areas
- Multiple ground mount options available
- Includes fixings for fast installation
Dimensions:
- Standard Bollard - 115mmØ x 1100mm high
- Standard Bollard Cast In - 115mmØ x 1630mm high
- Standard Removable Bollard - 115mmØ x 950mm high, base 350mm deep
Down Pipe Protector
Protect your downpipes - even in a downpour. Tru-Gard Dowpipe Protectors are built to take the knocks and keep your infrastructure safe. Available in Standard, Large, or Single-Piece setups to suit your site.
The Standard and Large models feature side slots for easy rubbish removal—helping prevent build-up around the base of your downpipes and keeping the area clear.
- Protects downpipes from vehicle and equipment impact
- Side slots (Standard & Large) allow for easy rubbish removal
- Available in Galvanised or Safety Yellow over Galv (for outdoor/wet area use)
- Includes fixings for secure installation
- Choose from Standard, Large, or Single-Piece formats
Dimensions – Standard:
Height: 1200mm
Width: 300-350mm internal
Depth: 350mm
Weight: 34kg (2 Halves)
Dimensions – Large:
Height: 1200mm
Width: 300-350 internal
Depth: 500mm
Weight: 48kg (2 Halves)
Dimensions – Single-Piece:
Height: 1000mm
Width: 300mm internal
Depth: 350mm
Weight: 25.5kg (2 Halves)
See documents for more information.
Column Protector
Protect structural columns from accidental impact with Tru-Gard Column Protectors. Available in a range of sizes and finishes to suit your site layout, with options for both indoor and outdoor or wet area use.
- Shields columns from forklifts, trolleys, and machinery
- Range of sizes and finishes to match your requirements
- Suitable for indoor, outdoor, and wet area environments
- Includes fixings for easy installation
Dimensions:
Standard Size:
Height: 1100mm
Width: 450x450mm internal
Weight: 90kg (2 Halves)
Large Size:
Height: 1100mm
Width: 560x560mm internal
Weight: 120kg (2 Halves)
See documents for more information.
Corner Protector
Reinforce vulnerable corners in your facility with the Tru-Gard Corner Protector. Ideal for walls, or structural edges in warehouses and loading areas.
- Helps prevent damage from trolleys, forklifts, and pallets
- Glavanised for indoor and outdoor use
- Includes fixings for secure installation
Dimensions:
Height: 750mm
Depth: 130mm
Weight: 6.2kg
See documents for more information.
Auto Close Personnel Gate
The Tru-Gard Personnel Gate is designed to improve pedestrian safety, especially around openings in walkways and work zones. Sturdy, highly visible, and easy to use, it can also be paired with a second gate to create a wider entry point that can be latched and secured if required. For smoother operation, it’s compatible with our Soft-Close Gate Hinge Kit, and can be integrated with our Driver Protection Zone Sign for added visibility and site safety.
- Improves pedestrian safety around walkway openings
- Can be paired with a second gate and latched for wider access
- Compatible with Tru-Gard Soft-Close Gate Kit and Driver Protection Zone Sign
- Auto-close hinges for added safety
Dimensions & Details:
- Size: 560mmH x 1010mmW
- Includes auto-close hinges and fixings
Includes one gate - additional gates sold separately.
Auto Close Personnel Gate - Telescopic
The Tru-Gard Telescopic Personnel Gate provides flexible access control for wider openings. Extending from 800mm to 1400mm, it’s ideal for managing pedestrian entry points with a secure, visible solution. Two gates can be paired together and latched in the middle, with the option to padlock for extra security.
- Telescopic design extends from 800mm to 1400mm
- Auto-close hinges for added safety
- Can be latched and padlocked when two gates are paired
- Mounts to standard posts or bollards to suit your site layout
- Compatible with our Driver Protection Zone Sign and Soft Close Gate Kits
Dimensions & Details:
- Size: 560mmH x 800mmW (extends to 1400mmW)
- Safety Yellow, for internal or dry use, or Safety Yellow over galvanised for external or wet area use.
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Includes auto-close hinges and fixings
Includes one gate - additional gates sold separately.
“Working with Tru-Gard is always a very easy and professional experience, great customer service, great product and great lead times”
- Connor Ross, Estimator, Steve Mowat Building
“We chose Tru-Gard because they had the product we needed and made an area safer from impact damage caused by cars. Shaun was easy to deal with, super quick to respond, and helped us out”
- Sam Pendreight, Project Manager, Breen.
Built to Protect
See our safety systems in action across construction sites, civil works, and heavy engineering projects throughout New Zealand and Australia.
FAQs
What stages of a construction project can you support?
What stages of a construction project can you support?
From early planning through to final handover, we can provide safety solutions and advice during any stage of your build. We can help with specifications for tenders, installation during active site works, site visits to identify hazards, and deliver final stage solutions like bollards and handrail.
Can you customise products to suit our project?
Can you customise products to suit our project?
Yes! We can offer something as simple as a custom powder coating finish to suit CI, to fully engineered solutions for unique site requirements. Our team is always happy to discuss how we can make our products work for your project.
Do you meet Australian and New Zealand safety standards?
Do you meet Australian and New Zealand safety standards?
Absolutely. All of our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed relevant AS/NZS safety standards.
AS/NZS safety standards.Can you deliver to multiple sites or regions?
AS/NZS safety standards.Can you deliver to multiple sites or regions?
We sure can. With operations in both New Zealand and Australia, we regularly coordinate delivery across multiple sites, cities and even states.Our team can chat to you about project and site specifics to meet your delivery needs.
How fast can you deliver?
How fast can you deliver?
While we keep our core products in stock and ready to ship, for large, made-to-order, or custom items, please chat to our team about your project milestones and delivery deadlines and we will work with you to find a solution.
