Barrier and barrier post therefor

Abstract

A barrier including a series of barrier posts arranged relative to one another to control the movement of people, animals and motor vehicles. The barrier herein disclosed has particular application for use at a golf course. A first end of a containment belt is attached to a spring that is located within a spring housing carried by a first barrier post. The opposite end of the containment belt has a tab to be releasably attached to a hook which projects from an adjacent barrier post so that the containment belt extends between the first and adjacent barrier posts. In one embodiment, the spring housing is located inside the first barrier post. In another embodiment, the spring housing is detachably connected to the barrier post.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]This invention relates to a barrier post and to a containment belt having one end thereof attached to a spring located within a spring housing that is carried by the barrier post and an opposite end to be releasably attached to an adjacent barrier post. A series of such barrier posts are arranged to create a barrier for controlling the movement of people, animals and motor vehicles at, for example, a golf course.[0003]2. Background Art[0004]There is a continuous need for a portable, easy-to-use barrier by which to control the movement of people, animals and vehicles. In some cases, access to a restricted area is to be denied. In other cases, movement is intended to be limited to and directed along a particular pre-determined path. Such a barrier is necessary at both indoor and out-of-door venues, such as museums, airports, gardens and events.[0005]By way of particular example, the operators of a golf course often wish t...

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Benefits of technology

The patent text describes a barrier designed to control the movement of people, animals, and vehicles at indoor and out-of-door venues such as golf courses. The barrier consists of a series of posts that are arranged relative to each other, with a durable body and a mounting stake to hold it in place. A containment belt is connected to a spring within the body of the barrier post. The containment belt can be stretched end-to-end to create a barrier of variable length depending on the number of barrier posts used. The technical effect of this barrier system is improved control over the movement of people, animals, and vehicles at various venues locations.

Problems solved by technology

The ability of the operators to have access to adequate crowd control barrier means, especially during tournaments where large numbers of individuals are in attendance, can directly affect the condition of the golf course as well as the enjoyment of players and spectators alike.

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