Speed Bumps are popular roadside safety devices that have a variety of different uses. These devices are usually solid obstacles that slow cars down. They are effective at slowing down vehicles, but can cause excessive wear on roads even at low speeds.
Another type of speed bump is a powered speed bump, which automatically adjusts the road surface to slow cars. Powered bumps are more complicated than standard speed bumps and can be expensive. But if you’re looking for a speed bump solution that works, you’ve come to the right place.
Pedestrian safety is of utmost importance in close proximity to other people. Speeding can lead to serious injuries and even fatalities. Speed humps are an excellent way to reduce speed and protect pedestrians.
By keeping cars at slower speeds, you eliminate the risk of an accident or fatality. Many people, however, don’t know the difference between a speed bump and a speed humps, so here are some of the differences between them.
SKU | Description | Length | Height | Width | Weight |
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SB206FT | 6 Ft Speed Bump (1) 6′ Section With no End Caps | 72″ | 2″ | 12″ | 48.40 |
SB207FT | 7 Ft Speed Bump (1) 6′ Section + (2) End Caps | 86″ | 2″ | 12″ | 55.40 |
SB213FT | Single Lane 12 Ft Speed Bump (2) 6′ Section With no End Caps | 144″ | 2″ | 12″ | 96.80 |
SB219FT | Double lane 19 Ft Speed Bump (3) 6′ Section + (2) End Caps | 230″ | 2″ | 12″ | 152.20 |
SB225FT | 25 Ft Speed Bump (4) 6′ Section + (2) End Caps | 302″ | 2″ | 12″ | 200.60 |
SB2ECAP | End cap | 7′ | 2′ | 12′ | 3.50 |
SKU | Description | Length | Height | Width | Weight |
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SB3039I | 39″ Speed Bump (1) 39″ Section With no End Caps | 39″ | 2″ | 13.7″ | 36.20 |
SB3117I | 117″ Single Lane Speed Bump (3) 39″ Sections With no End Caps | 117″ | 2″ | 13.7″ | 108.60 |
SB3137I | 137″ Single Lane Speed Bump (3) 39″ Sections + (2) End Caps | 137″ | 2″ | 13.7″ | 124.20 |
SB3234I | 234″ Double lane Speed Bump (6) 39″ Sections With no End Caps | 234″ | 2″ | 13.7″ | 217.20 |
SB3254I-2 | 254″ Double Lane Speed Bump (6) 39″ Sections + (2) End Caps | 254″ | 2″ | 13.7″ | 232.80 |
SB3ECAP-2 | End cap | 10″ | 2″ | 13.7″ | 7.80 |
SKU | Description | Length | Height | Width | Weight |
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SH1018I | 18.75″ Speed Bump (1) 18.75″ Section with no End Caps | 18.75″ | 1.25″ | 2″ | 22.20 |
SH1112I | 112.5″ Single Lane Speed Bump (6) 18.75″ Sections with no End Caps | 112.5″ | 1.25″ | 2″ | 133.20 |
SH1128I | 10 Ft Single Lane Speed Bump (6) 18.75″ Sections + (2) End Caps | 128.5 | 1.25″ | 2″ | 148.80 |
SH1225I | 225″ Double Lane Speed Bump (12) 18.75″ Sections with no End Caps | 225″ | 1.25″ | 2″ | 266.40 |
SH1241I | 20 Ft Double Lane Speed Bump (12) 18.75″ Sections + (2) End Caps | 241″ | 1.25″ | 2″ | 282.00 |
SH1ECAL | LEFT End Cap | 8″ | 1.25″ | 2′ | 7.80 |
SH1ECAR | RIGHT End Cap | 8″ | 1.25″ | 2′ | 7.80 |
SKU | Description | Length | Height | Width | Weight |
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SH2019I | 19.75″ Speed Bump (1) 19.75″ Section With no End Caps | 19.75″ | 2″ | 3″ | 48.00 |
SH2121I | 10 Ft Single Lane Speed Bump (5) 19.75″ Sections + (2) End Caps | 121.75″ | 2″ | 3″ | 273.00 |
SH2240I | 20 Ft Double Lane Speed Bump (11) 19.75″ + (2) End Caps | 240″ | 2″ | 3″ | 561.00 |
SH2ECAL | LEFT End cap | 11.5″ | 2″ | 3′ | 16.00 |
SH2ECAR | RIGHT End cap | 11.5″ | 2″ | 3′ | 16.00 |
What’s not suitable for most roads?
Vertical deflection speed humps are not suitable for most roads. They are not recommended for arterial roads, emergency routes, and streets with wide shoulders. They’re most common in local urban areas. They’re usually paired with curbs.
Because of their noise, speed humps are often twinned with obstructive measures such as traffic lights. If you’re looking for speed humps, look no further than us. We stock more rubber speed humps than any other company.
Misconception about speed bumps
Another common misconception is that speed bumps only work on state roads. In reality, speed humps are only a temporary solution that can only be installed on local roads. Moreover, they can have harmful effects on vehicles.
Whether it’s an effective traffic calming measure or a temporary fix, there’s nothing worse than a car accident resulting from speeding. This is where a speed humps policy comes in handy.
Legal hurdles to speed bumps
There are several legal hurdles to speed bumps. First, the city must consider the fact that the street is not a primary route for emergency responders. Second, the city needs to verify that the volume of traffic on the street is less than the speed limit set by the city.
Finally, a thorough analysis of the traffic volume on the street will determine whether or not it’s a good candidate for a speed humps installation.
A speed bump’s primary purpose is to slow down cars. It is like hitting a hammer – the impact of a speed bump is equivalent to a pounding. Even though cars are designed to take a bit of abuse on the road, frequent hard hits can quickly wear down or loosen components.
Going over a speed bump slowly will prevent any major damage from happening. Just keep in mind that speed bumps can cause severe damage to a car that already has low ground clearance.