American-made crowd control barricades manufactured by Friedrichs Custom Manufacturing.
For more than 60 years, Friedrichs has manufactured heavy-duty steel crowd control barricades for events, parades, public safety, pedestrian traffic control and crowd management. Our interlocking barricades are built for demanding applications and are used by municipalities, police departments, event organizers, rental companies and organizations throughout the United States.
Barricades are available for sale or rental.
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American-Made Crowd Control Barriers Since the 1960s
Friedrichs produced its first interlocking crowd control barricades for the City of New Orleans to help manage crowds during Mardi Gras. More than six decades later, our barricades continue to be used for major public events as well as local festivals, concerts, races and other gatherings.
Our experience has helped us develop a complete line of steel crowd control barriers in multiple lengths, heights, coupling styles and foot configurations. Whether you need a few barricades for a local event or hundreds for a large-scale crowd control operation, Friedrichs can help you select the right equipment for the job.
Heavy-Duty Steel Barricades Built for Real-World Use
Friedrichs steel barricades are designed for repeated use in demanding crowd control applications. Our product line includes traditional bridge-foot barricades, flat-foot models, roller-foot options, high-security barricades and specialized configurations.
Popular models include:
- F2-B Heavy-Duty Barricade — Our original interlocking police-style barricade.
- F2-B-FF Flat-Foot Barricade — Heavy-duty construction with a low-profile flat-foot design.
- FX-7 Barricade — A shorter model designed for convenient transportation and straight stacking.
- F-45 and F45-FF — Models designed to connect with narrow-coupling barrier systems.
- F-48 High-Security Barricade — A heavier barricade for applications requiring additional security.
- F-72 High-Security Barricade — Six-foot-high portable steel barriers for higher-security applications.
- F-38 Low Barricade — A lower-profile option for applications where visibility over the barrier is important.
Crowd Control Barricades for Events and Public Safety
Friedrichs barricades are used in a wide variety of applications, including:
Parades and Festivals
Create organized pedestrian areas and help separate spectators from parade routes, floats and other event traffic.
Concerts and Large Events
Use interlocking steel barricades to establish controlled pedestrian areas, entrances, queues and restricted-access zones.
Races, Marathons and Triathlons
Create clear boundaries along race routes while helping direct spectators and pedestrian traffic.
Police and Public Safety
Our heavy-duty barricades have been used by police departments and municipalities for decades in situations requiring durable, reusable crowd control equipment.
Pedestrian Traffic Control
Configure barricades into long continuous runs to direct pedestrian movement, protect restricted areas and organize public spaces.
Custom Applications
Friedrichs can manufacture custom barricades and other metal products to meet specific requirements.
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Choose the Right Barricade for Your Application
Not every event requires the same type of crowd control barrier. Friedrichs offers different lengths, heights, coupling systems and foot styles to accommodate different applications.
Standard options include 4-foot, 6-foot and 8-foot long barricades, along with multiple heights and foot configurations.
Flat feet provide a low-profile option that works particularly well for funneling crowds and pedestrian traffic.
Bridge feet can be useful on uneven or softer surfaces.
Roller feet make it easier to move barricades when frequent repositioning is required.
If you're not sure which barricade is right for your application, contact Friedrichs and we'll help you determine the appropriate model and configuration.
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Barricades for Sale or Rental
Need barricades for a single event? Friedrichs barricades are available for rental.
Building your own inventory for recurring events or ongoing public safety needs? Our steel crowd control barricades are also available for purchase.
Most of our standard barricades are stocked and ready to ship. Contact us for current availability, pricing and delivery information.
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Custom Barricades and Metal Manufacturing
Crowd control barricades are our specialty, but Friedrichs Custom Manufacturing can also produce custom barricades and other metal products according to customer specifications.
If you have a design, drawing or specific application that requires a custom solution, contact us to discuss your requirements.
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Why Choose Friedrichs?
More Than 60 Years of Barricade Experience
Friedrichs has been manufacturing crowd control barricades for more than six decades, giving us extensive experience with the demands of public events and crowd management.
American Manufacturing
Our steel barricades are manufactured in the United States.
Heavy-Duty Construction
Our barricade line includes heavy-duty models designed for repeated use rather than disposable, single-event applications.
Multiple Configurations
Choose from different lengths, heights, coupling systems and foot styles to match your application.
Direct From the Manufacturer
Buy directly from Friedrichs Custom Manufacturing and speak with people who understand the products and their applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of crowd control barricade do I need?
The right barricade depends on your application, including the required length, height, coupling system and foot style. Our standard F2 coupling, flat-foot and bridge-foot configurations are among the options available.
Are Friedrichs barricades available for purchase?
Yes. Friedrichs manufactures steel crowd control barricades for purchase in a variety of models and configurations.
Can I rent Friedrichs barricades?
Yes. Friedrichs barricades are available for rental for events and other temporary applications.
Are Friedrichs barricades made in the USA?
Yes. Friedrichs steel barricades are manufactured in the United States.
What events use crowd control barricades?
Crowd control barricades are commonly used for parades, concerts, festivals, sporting events, races, marathons, public gatherings, pedestrian traffic control and public safety operations.
Get the Crowd Control Barricades You Need
Whether you're organizing a major parade, managing a concert, preparing for a marathon or outfitting a police or municipal department, Friedrichs can help you choose the right crowd control barricades for your application.
Call 1-800-394-9294 or contact Friedrichs Custom Manufacturing for pricing, availability and shipping information.
Friedrichs Custom Manufacturing, Inc.
Manufacturers of heavy-duty steel crowd control barricades and custom metal products.
