UK Exclusive — Inflatable Incursion Deterrent

The UK's First Inflatable
Incursion Deterrent

One unit. One full lane. Zero incursions.

InflatorShield is a quick, easy and efficient system for road closures and airlock operations. Each 3.5m unit closes a complete traffic lane — link units end-to-end to seal an entire carriageway. Inflates within minutes. Chapter 8 compliant.

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Available for Hire & Sale ★ CIHT Award — Highly Commended Trialled on the M25
The Product

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Up Close

InflatorShield is a genuinely new product category — an inflatable physical barrier that closes a full traffic lane, stores compactly in the back of a van, and deploys in minutes. Here's what it looks like in practice.

Two InflatorShield units deployed side by side on tarmac, showing full lane coverage
Single InflatorShield unit fully inflated, side view showing grey tubular form with red/white front panel
InflatorShield unit next to a car — scale reference showing the unit fills a full traffic lane width
InflatorShield unit flat and deflated — compact for transport and storage
End clips on an InflatorShield unit — allowing multiple units to be connected end-to-end
TiZIP quick-release zip on the front of an InflatorShield unit — for rapid deflation when the job is done
Three InflatorShield units deployed alongside standard road barriers forming a complete lane closure system

Three units deployed alongside standard road barriers — sealing a full carriageway

Product Capabilities

Built for the Realities
of Live Road Work

Rapid Deployment

Inflates within minutes. No specialist tools or training required — operational as soon as you're on site.

Full Lane Coverage

Each unit is 3.5m — long enough to close a complete traffic lane with a single deployment.

High Visibility

Red and white front strip plus a highly reflective detachable chevron. Designed to command attention on live roads.

Chapter 8 Compliant Compliance

Fully compliant with the UK's Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 8. Meets the standard your site demands.

Link Multiple Units

End-to-end clips on every unit. Chain units together to close multiple lanes or seal an entire carriageway.

Operative Safety

Designed to resemble concrete and act as a visual deterrent to road users — reducing worksite incursions and protecting your team.

Deployment Process

From Van to Live Road
in Four Steps

  1. 01

    Position

    Place the InflatorShield unit at your designated closure or airlock point. No fixing or groundwork required.

    Two InflatorShield units rolled and compact on tarmac beside a blower, ready to be positioned
  2. 02

    Inflate

    Connect the blower or generator and inflate to full operating size. Each unit is fully deployed within minutes.

    Two InflatorShield units fully inflated in a yard, showing the grey tubular form at full operating size
  3. 03

    Deploy & Weight

    Attach the high-vis chevron and secure using the front and rear ballast trays — sandbags, fence feet, or other ballast.

    Operative attaching a high-visibility reflective chevron panel to the front of an inflated InflatorShield unit
  4. 04

    Rapid Deflation

    When the job is done, use the quick-release TiZIP beneath the reflective chevron for fast deflation. Pack down and move on.

    Operative opening the TiZIP quick-release zip to deflate an InflatorShield unit — takes seconds
Proven on the M25

One Deployment.
Zero Incursions.

InflatorShield was trialled on the M25 with Connect Plus Services and Highways England. The results speak for themselves — and earned a national road safety award.

M25 — Connect Plus Services & Highways England

0

Incursions recorded after InflatorShield deployment on the M25

Compared to 172 incidents over the previous 12-month period

Keeping our workforce and road users safe will always be our highest priority and it's fantastic to see such a positive innovation developed by our team delivering clear safety benefits and being recognised by the wider industry.

Paul Fleetham Managing Director National Contracting, Tarmac
Tarmac Safety Innovation — Highly Commended  ·  CIHT Kier Road Safety Award  ·  Trialled on the M25 with Connect Plus Services & Highways England
In Action

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in Action

The UK's First Inflatable Incursion Deterrent

Technical Data

Technical Specifications

Specification Detail
Product Name InflatorShield — Inflatable Incursion Deterrent
Unit Length 3.5m per unit
Lane Coverage 1 unit per lane; link multiple units for full carriageway closures
Inflation Inflates within minutes
Deflation Quick release zip beneath front reflective chevron
Front Visibility Red and white strip + highly reflective detachable chevron
Signage Compatibility Velcro patch to front for road closure signage additions
Ballast System Front and rear ballast trays (sandbags, fence feet, or other ballast)
Ballast Drainage Brass eyelet holes in ballast trays
Connectivity Clips on each end — connects units in a run
Base Construction Double lined at base for durability in harsh conditions
Pump / Blower Supplied by TSE Supply if required; compatible with standard generators
Compliance Chapter 8 (Traffic Signs Manual)
Proven In Use M25 — trialled with Connect Plus Services & Highways England
Award CIHT Tarmac Safety Innovation — Highly Commended

Full technical specification sheet available on request.

The People Behind InflatorShield

Part of the
TSE Supply Brand

InflatorShield is developed and distributed by TSE Supply — a specialist supplier of traffic management equipment to contractors, local authorities, and highways agencies across the UK. With deep roots in the industry, we understand the pressures facing operatives and procurement teams on live road schemes.

Explore our full range of traffic management products — from road signs and barriers to delineators, lighting, and safety equipment. Trade accounts welcome.

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Field Evidence

Trusted by Traffic Management Professionals

M25 Motorway — Connect Plus Services & Highways England

CIHT Kier Road Safety Award — Highly Commended

172 → 0

incursions
after deployment

"…delivering clear safety benefits and being recognised by the wider industry."
Paul Fleetham Managing Director National Contracting, Tarmac

Case study to be supplied

Case study to be supplied

InflatorShield units deployed behind standard road barriers with operative — typical motorway works setup
Two InflatorShield units fully deployed alongside Highways England barriers — complete lane closure system
Front-facing view of two InflatorShield units behind road barriers — showing the visual deterrent effect to drivers
Resources

Downloads

InflatorShield Data Sheet

Product specifications and technical overview

High Pressure Pump Data Sheet

Pump specifications and technical overview

Frequently Asked Questions

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InflatorShield is an inflatable incursion deterrent designed for road closures and airlock systems. Each 3.5m unit closes a complete traffic lane — link multiple units end-to-end to seal an entire carriageway. It inflates within minutes, stands firm throughout the job, and deflates rapidly via a quick release zip when the work is done.
Yes. InflatorShield meets the requirements of Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual — the standard applicable to UK traffic management operations. It has also been successfully trialled on the M25 in collaboration with Connect Plus Services and Highways England.
Yes — InflatorShield is available for both hire and outright purchase through TSE Supply. Use the enquiry form on this page to tell us about your project and we'll come back with options and pricing.
Yes. Every unit has clips on each end, allowing you to connect units in a run. A single unit closes one full lane; multiple connected units can close multiple lanes or an entire carriageway.
The units have ballast trays at both the front and rear. These accept sandbags, fence feet, or other appropriate ballast to increase stability on site. The trays include brass eyelet holes for water drainage.
Yes. InflatorShield was successfully trialled on the M25 in collaboration with Connect Plus Services and Highways England. Following the introduction of the barriers, zero incursions were recorded compared to 172 incidents over the previous 12-month period. The innovation was Highly Commended in the CIHT's Kier Road Safety category.
No specialist equipment is required. TSE Supply can provide pumps and blowers for the units if needed, but they are also compatible with standard generators.
Use the enquiry form on this page, call us on 0204 539 9097, or email traffic@tse-supply.co.uk. We aim to respond to all enquiries within one working day.