Armourstud

Increased traffic volumes today call for road markings and delineation capable of guiding and protecting drivers more effectively in varying and extreme road conditions. Armourstud roadstuds are used throughout the world to assist in all aspects of delineation of traffic lanes, as well as the location of emergency access spots along the road.

Over the years, the Armourstud range has proved to be extremely durable, giving excellent “life cost” qualities under any conditions. Available in any colour combination, the Armourstud range has been designed to meet worldwide road safety demands. Its strength and performance in handling extreme weather conditions and ever-increasing traffic flows are tried and tested.

Armourstud has a range of toughened glass roadstuds, some of which (including the 180 and 360 models) have been in production for over 25 years. They have been used internationally since 1967 on all road surfaces.

The Mark 6 Armourstud was designed to satisfy the various safety requirements of road authorities both nationally and internationally. It is available in colour combinations of red, white, yellow, amber, blue and green. The Mark 6 has full DOT approval, and is already proving a major success in the UK market.

The Armourstud offers many unique qualities, including advanced impact resistance and excellent visual performance.
With the reflector encapsulated inside a glass shell, the unit is impervious to damage and wear.
The design of the Armourstud prevents the build-up of dirt and pollution which could affect performance.
Due to the toughened nature of the Armourstud, breakage is extremely unlikely. However, in the event of damage, the glass fragments into small, harmless pieces similar to windscreen shatter.
Armourstuds have a life expectancy which matches that of the road surface itself. Once fixed, they will not come loose. Expensive potential repairs are avoided, resulting in substantial cost savings due to reduced maintenance requirements.

Snow Plough Test

Roadstuds are often subjected to considerable damage as a result of snow plough operations which take place during winter months. The Armourstud was recently put to the test to assess its performance under these conditions. The location was a test site in Cambridgeshire, UK.

A snow plough was used on a dry road surface which meant that the studs received no lubrication and were exposed to maximum stress. Using a rubber-tipped blade at normal setting, the snow plough did its first test run at 35 mph, the second at 40mph and the third at the standard motorway ploughing speed. The final test run was completed at 35mph, this time using a set-down metal-tipped blade.

After each test, the studs were found to be in perfect condition, and had not been dislodged from their fixings in any way—providing documented proof that the Armourstud is capable of withstanding even the most harsh conditions.

Research, Development and Design

• Armourstud manages a dedicated research and development programme, enabling the company to offer a high performance product using new technology to yield a “life cost” which proves far more economical than the competition.
• Armourstud is committed to a continuing programme utilising the very latest toughened glass technology, combined with design excellence.
• Armourstud focuses on implementing new technology and materials in its design programme, giving the driver high visual resolution without glare, and incorporating CAD profiling to minimise pollution build-up.
• Armourstud constantly tests and evaluates adhesive products to suit demanding climatic conditions, utilising materials which integrate dynamically with various surfaces in differing geographical regions.