Case Study

Airport-grade security, installed in 8 days

Replacement of an obsolete fence with a concrete-free Propiclo welded mesh system, compliant with ICAO airport security standards

Sector

Transportation & infrastructure (aviation)

Location

Béziers Cap d’Agde, France

Project type

Fence replacement

Technology

PROPICLO — concrete-free post-anchored fencing

Length

1,000 linear metres

Context

A perimeter to secure in a demanding environment

The Béziers Cap d’Agde Airport site had an aging fence that no longer met current airport perimeter security requirements.

The existing installation showed clear signs of deterioration and limited effectiveness against intrusion risks and wildlife hazards facing air traffic.

In this context, any intervention also had to account for on-site constraints and the specific operational requirements of the aviation sector.

This situation limited the site’s ability to maintain an optimal level of security, while making corrective work complex and costly using traditional fencing methods.

Nouvelle clôture périmétrique Propiclo sans béton terminée à l'aéroport de Béziers Cap d'Agde, panneaux rigides avec trois fils de ronce

Challenges

Critical security and operational requirements

  • Maintain a level of security compliant with airport standards
  • Reduce intrusion risks and wildlife hazards
  • Intervene without disrupting site operations
  • Avoid heavy methods (concrete, excavation, supply logistics, long lead times)

Solution

A concrete-free, post-anchored solution built for the site

The project involved installing a welded mesh fence mounted on driven steel base anchors. The system locks directly into the ground, eliminating the need for concrete footings, excavation or earthworks (Propiclo system).

This approach delivers optimal adaptation to terrain constraints while ensuring a high level of strength and security.

Technical specs

  • Above-ground height: 2.50 m
  • Welded mesh panels
  • Posts on driven base anchors
  • Integrated vertical anti-climb extensions
  • Three barbed-wire strands along the top

Execution

Fast, controlled on-site installation

Installation was carried out with no excavation and no concrete pouring, using base anchors driven directly into the ground (Propiclo system).

The method enabled a quick, flexible rollout adapted to the site’s specific conditions.

Installation data

  • Daily output: up to 125 linear metres per day
  • Crew: 3 technicians + 1 mini-excavator
  • Earthworks: none
  • Project duration: 8 days, 3× faster than a traditional installation with concrete foundations

Results

Tangible, on-the-ground benefits

Enhanced security

  • Improved perimeter control of the site
  • Reduced intrusion risks
  • Better management of wildlife hazards

Operational performance

  • Fast deployment, adapted to site constraints
  • Installation completed without major disruption to operations
  • Operational impacts avoided

Streamlined execution

  • Installation without concrete or excavation
  • Reduced jobsite complexity
  • Adapts to varying ground conditions

Lower environmental footprint

  • No concrete used
  • No soil disturbance
  • Reduced carbon footprint

Resource optimization

  • Less heavy equipment required
  • Simplified logistics (no concrete transport)

KPIS

Technology deployed at scale

Installation speed

0

Linear metres per day

Time savings

0 X

Faster than a concrete-based solution

On-site resources

+1

Technicians + mini-excavator

Logistics

÷ 0

Transport and storage cut by four

Service life

0 yrs

Estimated lifespan

Cost

- 0 %

Cost savings vs. a traditional solution

Conclusion

A solution built for demanding environments

This project demonstrates the ability to rapidly deploy a high-performing, durable security solution adapted to the operational constraints of an airport site.

The concrete-free approach reconciles efficiency, speed of execution and reduced environmental impact.

It stands out as a credible alternative to traditional methods for any project demanding speed, durability and controlled impacts.

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