UK Product Guide. Made in the UK

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1 UK Product Guide Made in the UK

2 Since 2001, Westcotec Ltd has been at the forefront of the vehicle activated sign industry. Based in the centre of Norfolk, we have grown to become one of the biggest suppliers of quality vehicle activated signs in the UK. Using the latest LED and radar technology, we are able to provide effective solutions to most traffic related safety problems. Through continued development, we have exceeded the latest European performance standards. At the heart of our growth, is a commitment to customer service. Westcotec's aim is to make the whole process of buying a VAS system as smooth as possible. Free advice is always available from our experienced staff.

3 Contents CONTENTS Speed Signs 1 SIDs 2 Portable Signs 3 School Signs 4 Safer Crossing System 5 Warning Signs 6 C.A.S 7 Flood System 8 Loop Activated Signs 9 Alternative Energy & Data Collection 10 Custom Designs 11 Exports 12

4 Speed Signs SPEED SIGNS Westcotec Ltd s range of speed signs have been proven to reduce vehicle speeds. The sign only activates when a speeding vehicle is detected. Our signs are lightweight, making it possible to fit them unobtrusively into the most sensitive of areas. They can be easily fitted to existing sites and street light columns. The light sensor adjusts to ambient light levels, reducing output at night to maintain contrast. This cuts unwanted light pollution - a major nuisance to residents. SPEED SIGNS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Speed Roundel Sizes Available Casing Power Supply Options Graphics Amber Flashers 300mm, 450mm, 600mm & 750mm Aluminium construction with ballistic polycarbonate inner shield Mains, Solar, Solar & Wind TSRGD Legends & Symbols Available on Sign Sizes 450mm and above Data Collection Optional; See page 10 Portable Option See Page 3 Operating Temperatures Display Tested at -15 C & +60 C for 16 hours continuously Pre-configured LEDs 1 Optical Conformity European Standard EN LED Brightness Control Automatically Adjusts to Ambient Light Level Environmental Protection Warranty Period IP54 6 Years on Fixed Installations in the UK

5 SIDs SIDs - Speed Indicator Device SIDs accurately measure the oncoming vehicles speed and displays this value to the driver. A number of variations are available, including portable versions that can be carried and installed on different sites by a single person. The sign face itself can also display a number of different messages along with the speed. SIDs are cost effective compared with road humps, chicanes and other expensive measures, and pose no problem for emergency vehicles, whilst noise and nuisance are totally absent. Transport for London Street Management s Report on the Effectiveness of SIDS Reducing Vehicle Speeds concluded that SIDs are effective at reducing speeds, reducing speeds 200 metres downstream of the sign and a collision reduction of 5.6%. This report also found that an efficient method of operating SIDs was to rotate them around several sites. Westcotec s portable SID is shown to be ideal. SIDs TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Signs Available Casing Power Supply Graphics Amber Flashers MiniSID, SID with SLOW DOWN, SID with THANK YOU/SLOW DOWN Aluminium construction with ballistic polycarbonate inner shield Mains, Solar, Solar & Wind TSRGD Legends & Symbols Available on TY/SD Signs Data Collection Optional; See page 10 Portable Option See Page 3 Operating Temperatures Display Tested at -15 C & +60 C for 16 hours continuously Speed Digits with SLOW DOWN inc. THANK YOU Optical Conformity European Standard EN LED Brightness Control Environmental Protection Warranty Period Automatically Adjusts to Ambient Light Level IP54 6 Years on Fixed Installations in the UK 2 2

6 Portable Signs PORTABLE SIGNS All 300mm signs including Mini SIDs and SIDs with SLOW DOWN can be made portable. Light weight signs make for easy installation by a single person. All portable signs come complete with batteries, battery charger, bracket set and cover. All portable signs come with a full 12 months warranty, covering everything apart from vandalism, impact damage and theft. Fixings available for padlocks to increase security. Data collection can be enabled for all signs (see page 10). Extra bracket sets are usually purchases for post mounted portable, in order to easily move the sign without having to move the bracket. 3

7 School Systems SCHOOL SYSTEMS All integral time clocks in school signs can be programmed in advance for a few years ahead. School holidays disable the sign; school terms during periods when children are arriving/ leaving school grounds enable the sign. Full LED school signs can also be used as vehicle activated signs. For example during school times over speed vehicles set off the school children image; then during out of school times the sign can operate as a speed reminder sign to drivers. Bluetooth option enables changing the times/adding holiday periods to the time clock to be done without the need of connecting any cables to the sign. SCHOOL SIGNS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Signs Available Casing Power Supply Graphics Amber Flashers Full LED, Reflective with Amber Flashers, Plate Sign with Amber Flashers Aluminium construction with ballistic polycarbonate inner shield / Dibond Plate Sign Mains, Solar, Solar & Wind TSRGD Legends & Symbols Available on all School Signs Data Collection Optional; See page 10 Operating Temperatures Display Aluminium Signs Tested at -15 C & +60 C for 16 hours continuously Pre-configured LEDs, or Reflective Backing Optical Conformity European Standard EN LED Brightness Control Automatically Adjusts to Ambient Light Level 4 Environmental Protection Warranty Period IP54 6 Years on Fixed Installations in the UK

8 Safer Crossing System 5 Westcotec s Safer Crossing System is a revolutionary new way of ensuring the safety of pedestrians in places where there are no marked crossings on the road. The system warns motorists of the crossing in two places, with two different methods. The first is a vehicle activated LED crossing sign with SLOW DOWN legend, positioned in each direction well in advance of the crossing zone. The second warning to motorists is a pair of twin amber flashers, placed immediately adjacent to the crossing zone. By providing motorists with prior warning, vehicle speed can be reduced before the crossing comes into view. The twin amber flashers pinpoint exactly where the pedestrians are/will be progressing across the road.

9 Warning Signs WARNING SIGNS At Westcotec Ltd, we pride ourselves on the quality of our signs and innovative systems to warn motorists of the hazards ahead in time to react safely. All hazard warning signs within the TSRGD are covered, from sharp bend warnings to animals in the road. Westcotec are able to provide cost-effective solutions to each and every situation. We also take pride in being able to provide uniquely designed signs specifically engineered to meet the needs of our customers. Our team will work with you to produce bespoke solutions to include any combination or style you require. Westcotec do more than just vehicle activated signs. Signs can be activated by weather conditions, height sensors, triggers from a large variety of external sources, and a growing range currently in development. WARNING SIGNS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Triangle Sizes Available Casing Power Supply Graphics Amber Flashers 450mm, 600mm, 750mm, 900mm, 1200mm, 1500mm Aluminium construction with ballistic polycarbonate inner shield Mains, Solar, Solar & Wind TSRGD Legends & Symbols Available on all Signs Data Collection See page 10 Portable Option See Page 3 Operating Temperatures Display Tested at -15 C & +60 C for 16 hours continuously Pre-configured LEDs, Optical Conformity European Standard EN LED Brightness Control Environmental Protection Warranty Period Automatically Adjusts to Ambient Light Level IP54 6 Years on Fixed Installations in the UK 6

10 C.A.S C.A.S Collision Avoidance System The Collision Avoidance System (C.A.S) warns motorists of the potential hazards at cross roads and intersections, but only when vehicles are waiting to cross or join the main road. 7 We use a variety of state of the art sensors and the latest digital radio technology, all conveniently and easily mounted on the give way sign post on the side road. This R.I.C.A.S TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION combination of detectors, and no dig communications, 450mm, 600mm, 750mm, 900mm, Triangle Sizes Available monitors vehicles waiting to 1200mm, 1500mm enter or cross the main road, Aluminium construction with and enables the radar inside Casing ballistic polycarbonate inner shield the vehicle activated sign (VAS) on either side of the main road junction. The VAS Power Supply Mains, Solar, Solar & Wind will not display if there are no Graphics TSRGD Legends & Symbols hazardous conditions present. Amber Flashers Available on all Sign Sizes The VAS can be programmed Data Collection Optional; See page 10 to respond to vehicles Tested at -15 C & +60 C for 16 exceeding an upper speed Operating Temperatures limit, even if there are no hours continuously vehicles waiting to cross, as Display Pre-configured LEDs, well as a lower limit when Optical Conformity European Standard EN vehicles are waiting. This Automatically Adjusts to Ambient system provides a timely LED Brightness Control Light Level warning to drivers alerting them of potential hazards, Environmental Protection IP54 should any waiting vehicles 6 Years on Fixed Installations in emerge. Warranty Period the UK

11 Flood System FLOOD SYSTEM Westcotec have recently designed and installed advanced warning signs that show the depth of the water so cars may choose to divert before reaching the flooded area. A remote detection system measures the depth which is then sent to signage on all of the approach roads showing the depth of the flood in inches and Cm. The driver can then make a decision based on real time information The depth of water can be monitored at multiple sites via our website, giving you up to date information. We can also set parameters to send you an alarm at your predetermined thresholds. FLOOD SYSTEM TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Triangle Size Casing Power Supply Graphics Communications 600mm Aluminium construction with ballistic polycarbonate inner shield Street Light, Mains, Solar, Solar & Wind Diagram 562, Amber Flashers, Reflective with Text, LED Digits GPRS Modem Data Collection Optional; See page 10 Operating Temperatures Tested at -15 C & +60 C for 16 hours continuously Display Pre-configured LEDs with Reflective Optical Conformity European Standard EN LED Brightness Control Automatically Adjusts to Ambient Light Level 8 Environmental Protection Warranty Period IP54 6 Years on Fixed Installations in the UK

12 Loop Activated Systems LOOP ACTIVATED SIGNS The motorcycle warning system uses loops in the road which are specifically configured to detect a speeding motorcycle and display a warning sign located further down the road, making the rider aware of their current speed. The loop detection kit is kept in a feeder pillar next to the where the loops have been cut, with radio transmitter on an adjacent post, and the receiver on the sign. This reduces costs due to not requiring any digging for the communication between the loops and sign, as long as the radios are within range and have a clear view between one another. A free site visit is recommended to ensure maximum benefit and suitability. This system has been proved to be highly effective within the motorcycling community, making the rider aware of hazards and relative speed which ensures a safer journey for all. 9 This system has been designed to warn drivers of a narrowing road ahead where large vehicles are often forced onto the opposite side of the road. A sign is placed in both directions of the narrowing road. The same scenario is taken into consideration on both approaches, meaning that whichever way the large vehicle is coming from, the oncoming driver will always be warned. The sign face only shows when a large vehicle is detected using loops in the road.

13 Alternative Alternative Energy Energy & Data & Data Collection Collection ALTERNATIVE ENERGY & DATA COLLECTION No mains cabling required - our advanced sign design means that solar and wind power are now an option for more situations than ever before. Reliable and cost effective - powered by 12v batteries through wind generation and/or solar cells, with minimal on-going costs. The versatility of our signs being able to use nature s power creates an environmentally friendly system. Data collection is available with all of our signs as an added extra. This means that as well as giving a warning to motorists through the activated sign face, you are able to keep of track of the vehicle speed, count and date at different intervals for each passing vehicle. We also produce a unit to show vehicle type (car, lorry, motorbike etc.) 10 The data can be presented graphically and can be downloaded at the site and remotely via GPRS.

14 Custom Designs SPECIAL PROJECTS Westcotec do more than just vehicle activated signs. These signs can be activated by weather conditions, height sensors, triggers from a large variety of external sources, and a growing range currently in development. With the design of new products, we hope that our market will expand, bringing new customers whom we are more than happy to work with. We have a proven track record producing innovative designs and state of the art systems, keeping ourselves one step ahead of the competition. Our declared aim is to bring the technology of the future, to today s roads. In depth discussions with clients on their specific requirements has enabled Westcotec to gain the most comprehensive experience with road safety systems in England. British Sugar Factory; Cantley WE CAN DESIGN AND MANUFACTURE YOUR IDEAS 11 Aston Martin Average Speed System; Warwick British Touring Car Championship Our signs have been engineered in such a way that each one is principally the same. This is why our design team are able to create signs which have never been made before in remarkable time. For instance, changing the language of a sign for any country.

15 Exports EXPORTS Westcotec has gained growing success within foreign markets over the past few years. Scandinavia is one of our biggest customers abroad; showing how our products function without problems in the most extreme of weather conditions. Persian Warning Sign Swedish Over-height System Spanish SID 12 Isle Of Man; TT Races. Almost abroad.

16 Time for Celebration! Westcotec s products have been officially certified with the CE mark Westcotec signs have been thoroughly laboratory tested and are now fully compliant to EN As a result of these tests we can now bear the CE mark on all of our signs. We now hold BSI ISO-9001, along with Construction Products Regulation, Factory Production Control and Constancy of Performance certificates from TUV SUD ensuring that the quality and service from Westcotec is maintained. We achieved maximum ratings for structural performance, showing how even the most violent of storms and even acts of vandalism will in most cases cause no functional damage. All signs that are installed on the Highway should now be compliant and bear the CE mark. Westcotec Ltd 34 Bertie Ward Way Rash s Green Ind. Estate Norfolk Dereham NR19 1TE w: e: sales@westcotec.co.uk t: