HVM Planters

Townscape's HVM planters combine certified security performance with genuine landscape quality, designed to stop vehicles without compromising the character of the spaces they protect. From PAS 68-rated counter-terror units to vehicle attack delay solutions, the range covers the full spectrum of public realm security needs.

Security Performance You Can Rely On

Counter-terror planters tested to PAS 68 standards can halt a 7.5-tonne truck travelling at 50 mph. Robust enough to deter and refined enough to belong, they are deployed across town centres, transport hubs, cultural venues, stadia, and civic spaces throughout the UK. Each unit is tested to certified standards and carries documented performance data for use in security assessments and planning submissions.

Large Concrete Planters and Cement Planters

The concrete and cement planter range is purpose-built for heavy-duty security applications. These are large concrete planters engineered to HVM specification, combining substantial tested mass with a wide choice of premium finishes. Our big concrete planters are as effective in a civic square as they are on a high-footfall retail frontage. Large cement planters are available in surface-mounted and recessed configurations, with chamfered edges, integrated lifting points, and optional water management. All concrete planters are UK-manufactured and available to specify nationwide.

Ultra Shallow Mount Installation

For sites where groundworks are restricted, the Ultra Shallow Mount range requires only a 100mm recess into existing tarmac, concrete, or paved surfaces. This eliminates the need for costly excavation and avoids interference with underground utilities, making it a practical solution for high-priority sites requiring rapid deployment or minimal disruption to the surrounding area.

Materials and Finishes

Beyond concrete and cement planters, the HVM range includes options in timber, Corten steel, aluminium, mild steel, and stainless steel. Each material carries security performance while offering a different aesthetic for the surrounding environment. Surface finishes range from standard grey precast to premium exposed aggregate, natural stone effect, and powder-coated steel, allowing full coordination with any public realm scheme.

Trusted by Specifiers Across the UK

Townscape HVM planters are specified by local authorities, security consultants, architects, and public realm designers across the UK. Whether the requirement is a single cement planter for a pedestrian entrance or a full counter-terror perimeter scheme, the team can advise on test standards, speed ratings, installation options, and planning considerations.