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.

There are a Number of Breakaway Sign Post Options Available for Both Square Tube and U Channel Sign Posts

The type of sign post, the size of your sign post, and the size of the sign that your post needs to support, along with other factors, like wind velocity all go into determining which breakaway sign post system will be best suited to your specific sign support scenario. In some cases, you might even need multiple sign posts to support a single sign. You should always refer to the breakaway sign post deatail provided by the sign post manufacturer and the manufacturer of the breakaway hardware, coupler, or base system when determining which solution to use - in some cases they are the same manufacturer. Visit our Sign Post Literature Library for details and specifications.

In this blog post we will focus on breakaway sign post systems that utilize a single sign post, as opposed to heavy duty sign support

The First Step in Signpost Installation is Determining Sign Post Type 

Choosing a signpost installation method, along with choosing which hardware and tools to use to install your sign post, can be confusing. There are a lot of factors that go into making the right decision - and that's after you've decided on which type of signpost to install.

Which Type of Signpost Are You Installing?

There are three main types of sign post:

• Square Tubing: such as