Product Overview

The RETENTION SYSTEM™ RS50x50 Socket is an intelligent foundation solution designed for the installation and maintenance of 50x50mm (2x2in) posts. It is a patented, high-strength, reusable design that survives vehicle impact, offering a dedicated solution for knock-down and access-control locations. The system is essential for sustainable infrastructure design, as it eliminates repeat excavation and reduces operational costs.

Key Benefits

• Patented design tested to International standards.
• High-strength, reusable design survives vehicle impact.
• Eliminates repeat excavation, disruption, and expense.
• Shallow foundation options are available for congested sites.
• Facilitates Passive Safety design to EN12767.
• Product tested and load rated to EN124 B125.

Applications

• Installation of 50x50mm (2x2in) posts.
• Suitable for signs, bins, reboundable bollards, and railings.

Features & Construction

• Post Size: 50x50mm (2x2in).
• Head - Body, Pedestrian Plug, Locking Lid: Made from Ductile Iron (BS EN 1563:2018).
• Setscrew: M12 A2 Stainless Steel.
• Finish: Galvanised.

Technical Specifications

The following configuration is available, where A and B are the surface face dimensions, C is the Foundation Depth, and D is the Post Insertion Depth:

Installation & Maintenance

• The socket should be set into concrete (ST4 mix or stronger).
• Installation requires preparing the hole, compacting MOT type 1 granular material in the base, and using a stump pole to achieve a vertical level.
• The head can be rotated into the required orientation.
• The system eliminates repeat excavation, greatly simplifying project and maintenance management.