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The Telespar® Square Sign Post system incorporates the principles of telescoping tubing for a cost effective two-part sign post solution that is easy to install and adjust. Telescopic tubing reduces labor costs and eliminates the need for specialized equipment. The ability to replace sections rather than the entire post further enhances cost efficiency.

Everyone loves a kit! Consider the convenience of assembling your own furniture with just a simple kit and an instruction manual, transforming a flat pack into a stylish piece of decor in no time. Meal kits are the new thing. The company sends you a kit with all the ingredients pre-measured for a delicious meal. Kits bring the satisfaction of building or creating something tangible, offering a streamlined, hassle-free process.

Now, apply this concept to the world of traffic control. Picture the ease of setting up traffic signs and their stands if they were provided in a complete, easy-to-assemble kit. This idea isn't just wishful thinking; it's a reality made possible by Traffic Safety Products.

Explore Traffic Safety Products Sign Kit Offerings:

1. Portable Sign Kit Medium-Duty Portable Sign Stands

Selecting the appropriate sign stand is crucial for maintaining traffic safety, especially in areas where visibility and durability are paramount. This guide will explore various traffic sign stands, focusing on their significance, types, features, and benefits, to assist you in making an informed decision for your traffic safety needs.

Types of Traffic Sign Stands

Tubular Sign Stands

Tubular sign stands, such as the breakaway dual post sign stand and the rigid welded breakaway sign stand, are staples in construction zones due to their robustness and resilience. These stands are designed to withstand harsh conditions and are ideal for areas requiring

The MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) is a crucial set of regulations that plays a vital role in our everyday lives, even if we often don't realize it. As a distributor of signs, sign posts, and other traffic safety supplies, Traffic Safety Products, based in Buffalo, NY, understands the importance of compliance with MUTCD guidelines. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the world of the MUTCD and explore how it relates to our products, its significance in ensuring road safety, and why buying signs made in the USA is the best choice.

What is the MUTCD?

The MUTCD, often referred to as the "MUTCD Manual," is a comprehensive document published by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). It serves as the national standard for traffic control devices on all public roads and highways in the United States. Essentially, it is the rulebook that governs everything from road signs

Crowd control is a critical aspect of public safety and event management. Whether it’s a concert, a public demonstration, or a large-scale festival, managing crowds effectively is essential for ensuring everyone's safety and enjoyment.

What is a Crowd Control Barrier?

A crowd control barrier is a physical boundary for managing large groups of people. These barriers are designed to direct flow, restrict access to certain areas, and prevent overcrowding. There are so many different types of barriers that are used for crowd management including retracting belt barriers for queuing, traditional rope barriers, traffic cone barriers, steel barricades, and expanding barriers. 

The most versatile type of crowd control barriers are Plasticade™ plastic barricades. They’re easy to use, light to move around, convenient to transport, and stackable.

Whether you need road signs, parking lot signs, or any other kind of sign, you want signs that are effective, compliant and built to last. When considering your options, take a close look at American made signs. 

In this post, we dive into the benefits of buying American made signs. We firmly believe they are the best choice for durability, visibility, and timely delivery.

Five Reasons To Choose American-made Signs

1. Quality Assurance

Quality is non-negotiable when it comes to traffic signs. The reality is, products manufactured beyond our borders often lack the rigorous quality control measures that we uphold here in the United States. At Traffic Safety Products, each sign undergoes meticulous quality assurance checks to ensure they meet the highest standards.

When it comes to public safety, there are few things as crucial as quick and reliable access to fire hydrants. In fire emergencies, first responders need every advantage they can get to protect lives and property. Fire hydrant caps, markers, and collars all play a role in ensuring that access is never compromised.

Fire Hydrants: The Lifeline of Emergency Response

Fire hydrants are the unsung heroes of our neighborhoods. These inconspicuous fixtures dot our streets, silently standing by until the moment they're needed most. When that moment arrives, they provide a vital water source close to the location of the fire.

However, the effectiveness of fire hydrants is contingent on their accessibility. Imagine the chaos if firefighters arrived at a scene only to find a hydrant that’s blocked, inaccessible, or tampered with. In an emergency, time is of

Signs on the road convey important information to drivers and pedestrians. It’s not only the words on the sign that speak to us, but also their colors and shapes. Traffic signs communicate crucial information, warnings, and regulations to drivers every day. Regulatory signs, in specific, tell people what they should and shouldn’t be doing in certain situations. They indicate and reinforce both temporary and permanent traffic laws or regulations that apply at specified times or places.

But we can't talk about regulatory sign shapes and colors alone, without first exploring sign shapes and colors throughout the broader category of traffic signs, because the meanings behind these shapes and colors are universal throughout all categories of traffic signs.

In this comprehensive guide, we’re going to shed light on the universal shapes and colors of traffic signs that are so vital for our safety on the

Traffic signs play a crucial role in maintaining road safety and guiding drivers and pedestrians. But have you ever wondered how these signs are securely installed, standing tall and resilient against the elements and the test of time? The answer lies in a vital component known as the U channel post. In this blog post, we'll delve into the significance of the U channel in traffic sign installation and explore the key steps to securely anchor a sign post in the ground.

The Importance of U Channel Posts

U channel posts are sturdy, galvanized steel or powder coated posts that provide the backbone for traffic sign installations. These posts are called "U channel" due to their shape resembling the letter "U" when viewed from the side. Their design and construction make them highly durable and resistant to weathering, rust, and impact, ensuring the longevity of traffic signs.