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A Barricade Light?

We pass construction all the time, but we may not know all of the names of the equipment we are passing.  Sure, most people don’t care that those blinking lights on top of the orange drums or signs are called a barricade light, but this post is for those that do want to know.  Just […]

Reflective Tape – a pricey option

When choosing how much reflective tape you want on your traffic barricades or your traffic cones, think about the cost it will add.  One side of a type III traffic barricade versus two can add at least $20, depending on where you buy it from.  Of course, we shouldn’t overlook the advantages of having tape […]

Type III Traffic Barricades

Type III traffic barricades are, from what I know, the most popular type of traffic barricades.  They have a variety of options, from how wide they can be to the reflective tape.  Reflective tape can be EG (Engineer Grade), HI (Hi Intensity Grade), and DG (Diamond Grade). Prices for type III barricades go up significantly […]

Stealing Traffic Cones

It seems like the thing to do when you are drunk.  It’s funny, and harmless right?  Think again, stealing traffic cones can get you in big trouble, especially because they are usually owned by the city.  It’s easy to find many stories on the internet about kids who got drunk, stole a traffic cone, and […]

Delineator Posts

Delineator posts are good for channelizing traffic, or directing traffic in a way so that it knows where to go and doesn’t end up somewhere it shouldn’t.  You see these mainly on the highway during a construction project.  They come in many different colors, white orange and yellow are the most common. Reflective bands for […]

Reflective Safety Vest

These come in a variety of colors usually, and can be non reflective or reflective.  You can also get a supervisor vest to stand out from the other workers.  Pockets are also another option in case there are things you need a place to store papers, etc. For colder environments, try the reflective safety jacket, […]