Intellipost

Intellipost and the wireless driveway bollard

Intellipost is a UK company, trading as ISP Ltd, that sells a single product line: an automatic security bollard for driveways and parking areas. Its distinguishing feature, according to the company, is that it is the only battery-powered, app-controlled security bollard on the market, and it presents itself as the world's only fully wireless, battery-powered electric bollard that can be installed without cables or a control unit.

The bollard is aimed at both residential and commercial driveways and parking areas, and is positioned as a visible deterrent against vehicle theft. The company cites more than 108,000 vehicles stolen in the UK in the previous year as the context for the product.

How the bollard works

The post rises automatically in 9.5 seconds and is operated from a smartphone or tablet over a 256-bit encrypted Bluetooth connection, which the company describes as military grade. Because there are no keys, there is nothing to lose, and the driver does not need to leave the car to lower or raise the bollard. Power comes from a removable rechargeable battery, so no external control unit, cabling or ducting is needed.

The unit is made from thick marine-grade stainless steel with tested internal components, and the company states that it has been extensively crash-tested. Intellipost also reports that the mechanism has been tested to 250,000 operations.

Certification and warranty

All Intellipost products carry BS EN ISO 9001 certification for manufacturing quality, according to the company. Components are covered by an all-inclusive one-year warranty, and the site advertises a five-year warranty alongside a 10-year extended warranty option and an annual warranty extension.

Buying and installation options

The product is offered in two forms: Intellipost 500 Supply and Install, and Intellipost 500 Supply Only. The installed option is priced at £2,500 on the site. Installation is available anywhere in the UK within 10 days of order, with the customer choosing a date and time. For buyers who prefer to fit it themselves, the company estimates an installation time of around two to four hours with the right tools in typical soft ground.

Product range and support pages

• Intellipost 500 Supply and Install
• Intellipost 500 Supply Only
• 10 Year Extended Warranty
• Annual Warranty Extension

The site also includes FAQ, contact and guide sections, and a newsletter sign-up that enters subscribers into a prize draw for a £150 gift card. The company reports more than 3,000 users of the product.