Speed Ramps
Speed ramps are key solutions for managing traffic flow and ensuring safety on privately owned sites, including car parks, industrial and commercial workplaces, retail spaces, and educational facilities. Speed ramps help to maintain vehicle speeds at consistent and predictable levels, significantly improving the safety of employees, visitors, and pedestrians. By addressing health and safety responsibilities, speed ramps create safer, more organised environments for everyone on-site.
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Explore Our Range of Speed Ramps
Why Choose Moravia TopStop-Eco Speed Ramp Kits
- Designed to reduce traffic speeds and enhance site safety.
- Modular kits available in 3 ramp heights and 9 ramp lengths.
- Made from recycled plastic, offering a durable and eco-friendly solution.
- Integrated cat’s eyes for better visibility.
- Inclusive pricing covers mid-sections, end sections, and fixings - just select the speed ramp size that suits your site.
Why Choose Easy-Rider Speed Reduction Ramps
- Simple to install, ideal for both temporary and permanent use.
- Dual-purpose: acts as a speed reducer and cable protection.
- Available in 55mm and 75mm heights, reducing speeds to approximately 10mph and 5mph, respectively.
Why Choose Extra Wide Speed Reduction Ramps
- Wider design (900mm) ensures a more comfortable crossing for vehicles.
- Manufactured from high-impact recycled rubber with reflective yellow panels for visibility.
- Textured surface provides extra traction in wet or icy conditions.
- Modular, interlocking system for easy installation and relocation.
- Available in 50mm and 75mm heights, reducing speeds to 15mph and 10mph, respectively.
- Speed Ramps Kits include all fixings for convenience.
Why Choose Premium TopStop Speed Ramp Kits
- Available in 2 ramp heights and up to 16 ramp lengths.
- Made from synthetic rubber with integrated cat’s eyes for enhanced night-time visibility.
- Kits include mid-sections, end sections, and all fixings for easy ordering.
- Designed for 5mph or 10mph speed limits - just specify your requirements.
Enhance Safety with Speed Ramp Signage
To ensure drivers are fully aware of speed limits, SafetyBuyer also offers accompanying speed ramp signage, posts and fixings. Clear speed ramp signage is critical to managing site speeds and keeping drivers informed as they navigate your site. By adhering to the Health & Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations, appropriate warning signs play a vital role in workplace safety and compliance.
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Deciding if Speed Ramps Are for You: Extra Thoughts and Considerations
Speed ramps have been a point of debate for decades - some see them as essential for safety, while others view them as an inconvenience. Ultimately, the decision to install speed ramps depends on your specific site needs and safety priorities. Below, we’ve compiled insights from our work with customers to help you make an informed decision.
Balancing Safety and Practicality
For most of our customers, speed ramps are installed on privately owned sites - such as car parks, industrial workplaces, and educational premises - in response to health and safety responsibilities. They serve as non-negotiable measures to slow down traffic and protect pedestrians, especially in areas with mixed vehicle and foot traffic.
However, it’s worth noting that not everyone will embrace them. Drivers may grumble about the inconvenience, and frustrations may arise in workplace settings if speed ramps are introduced without proper communication. A simple consultation or advance notice can go a long way in easing this transition and addressing concerns.
Height and Placement Matter
The choice between 50mm and 75mm ramp heights is more than just a technicality. While 50mm ramps are often effective for reducing speeds to 10mph, 75mm ramps bring speeds down further to around 5mph. Each height has its ideal use case:
- 75mm ramps: Often preferred in tight spaces like multi-storey car parks or confined areas where pedestrian safety requires near-crawl speeds.
- 50mm ramps: Better suited for long access driveways or larger, more open areas where vehicles need to keep moving steadily without excessive jolts.
In some cases, a combination of speed ramp heights - such as 50mm ramps along a route and 75mm ramps at critical points - can achieve optimal results.
Be Prepared for Complaints
Speed ramps are not a polite request; they’re a firm demand. Just as some people ignore speed limits, not everyone will appreciate being slowed down. Having a clear rationale for their installation and being prepared for occasional complaints can help you manage dissent constructively.
Signage Complements Speed Ramps
Installing clear, visible signage near your speed ramps is essential for site safety. Signs not only help to enforce speed limits but also give drivers advance notice, reducing sudden braking and potential damage to vehicles. This approach aligns with the Health & Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations, ensuring compliance while promoting safer traffic management.
Final Thoughts
While speed ramps might not win over every driver, their effectiveness in creating safer environments is undeniable. With the right preparation, consultation, strategic placement, and accompanying signage, you can implement them confidently, knowing you’ve taken a significant step toward improved safety on your site.
