Speed breaker
A speed breaker (also known as a speed bump or speed hump) is a vertical traffic calming device designed to slow down motor vehicles to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists. They are primarily installed in high-risk zones like school premises, residential colonies, and hospital parking lots.
Types of Speed Breakers
- Rubber Speed Breakers: Constructed from heavy-duty recycled rubber, making them flexible enough to absorb impact and protect car suspensions. Brands like Scope Chemicals manufacture these with built-in reflective arrows for night visibility.
- ABS/PVC Bumps: Lightweight and durable options made from industrial-grade plastic or PVC. Robust design these with alternating yellow and black segments to ensure clear visibility during both day and night.
- Rumble Strips: A series of small, micro-speed bumps placed together. Instead of forcing a hard stop, they create physical vibrations and noise to warn drivers that they are exceeding safe speed limits.
|
Type |
Material |
Typical Load Capacity |
Best Suited For |
| Rubber Hump | Rubber | 20 to 100 Tons | Private roads, office parks, residential gates |
| Plastic/PVC Bump | Heavy-duty PVC / ABS | 20 to 60 Tons | Shopping malls, parking lots, societies |
| Rumble Strips | Polyurethane / PVC | 15 tons | Highways, toll plazas, dangerous curves |
