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How to Install Rubber Speed Bumps

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Rubber speed bumps may be regarded as superior to asphalt for a number of reasons: they’re easy to install and remove, they’re less damaging, and they’re cheaper. Although installing a rubber speed bump can be fairly easy, it’s important to do correctly to ensure it stays in place and lasts.

The first step is to make sure that you have all pieces and tools readily available for the installation. Different products have different specifications, so make sure that you have tools that will allow you to follow their specific guidelines. Besides the actual speed bump, your product may have come with either spikes (recommended for asphalt) or bolts and shields (recommended for concrete). Additionally, you will need a drill and hammer for installation.

Tools for Speed Bump Installation

Upon gathering the proper tools, follow these steps:

  • Place the speed bump where you plan on installing it.
  • Drill holes through the designated areas on the top of the bump. Your product should specify the size of your drill bit, matching the size of the spike or lead shield that will ultimately hold the product in place.
  • Remove the bump and re-drill the holes to ensure that they are deep enough. Again, the depth depends on the kind of bump you are installing. Once the holes are drilled, remove any debris from the area. If you are using bolts and shields, hammer the lead shields into the holes before placing the speedbump back into position. Additionally, it may be recommended to fill the holes and layer the bottom of the product with an adhesive.
  • Once the speed bump is back into position over the holes, secure it in place. If you are using spikes, then you will hammer each spike into place. If you are using bolts and shields, then you will tighten the bolt into the shield at this stage. Make sure that the speed bump is as secure as possible to ensure proper usage, and minimal damage. A ratchet may be used to securely tighten each bolt.

Note that it is recommended to remove rubber speed bumps before winter to prevent snow plows from destroying the product. Leave at least a few inches between speed bumps to allow for draining and possible expansion. Most rubber speed bumps are not designed for speeds exceeding 15  MPH.

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Rubber Speed Bumps, Rubber Car Stops

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Rubber speed bumps and car stops have solved many of the problems associated with the asphalt and concrete versions of these products.  Rubber speed bumps and car stops are extremely durable and resistant to breaking and chipping. They are lightweight and can be installed by one person on any road surface.  This results in a dramatic decrease in installation costs. Unlike their concrete and asphalt counterparts, rubber car stops and bumps will not cause damage to vehicles and their color wil not fade so their visibility will always be good. This is especially important at night when visibility is more limited.  Additionally, rubber speed bumps and stops can be moved easily.  Concrete speed bumps are permanent and difficult to remove.  When trying to remove a concrete speed bump, it may be necessary to close the road temporarily, another added expense.

All around rubber speed bumps and car stops are a better choice for traffic control.  The cost, labor needed, durability and ease of moving these products is a great benefit.