Can you imagine that aluminum road studs, so small compared to different types of cars, can withstand weights of more than 55 tons? What quality helps with this?
In this article, we will know what this type of studs is, what its structure is and we will discuss the importance of quality and its implementation in this type of safety system.
Road Studs and Their First Type
Many types of studs even the developed types don’t differ much between them, the difference is not significant, as all these types fulfill their role in traffic safety to the fullest. However, the difference may appear in the method of work that depends on the design of each type, as well as in the places of installation: Some types can’t installed in tunnels because they rely on solar energy.
Aluminum Studs
They are the first type of studs and despite the later development of several other types, they are considered essential and are still widely used in various places. They characterized by a high degree of durability and withstand large vehicle weights exceeding 55 tons, as one of the features of aluminum studs that we will mention below.
Various Features of Aluminum Road Studs
We have already mentioned one of the aluminum studs’ features in withstanding high weights of more than 55 tonnes, and we will present several other features below
Solid Aluminum Road Studs
Made of solid aluminum that is resistant to various weather conditions, it is the secret to studs withstanding high weights. The edges are smooth to prevent damage to car tires.
Reflective Glass Beads in Road Studs
Aluminum studs contain a group of beads that line up next to each other and are very small, but they play a major role in road safety.
These glass beads are characterized by reflecting the rays of light falling on them to a great degree that leads to the clarity of the road, which we will explain in the following paragraphs.
What is the Function of the Aluminum Road Studs?
Aluminum studs define the edges and centre of the road for maximum visibility at night and road safety without swerving or deviating from the lane as well as alerting drivers when distracted, thus avoiding accidents.
Enhancing road visibility
When light from car lamps falls on the glass beads, it refracts at the same point and rebounds back towards the driver showing the body of the studs and the sides or centre of the road.
Distracted driving alerts
When the car passes over the studs, it generates a sound and vibration effect that alerts the driver in case of distraction to avoid serious accidents.
The Importance of Studs’ Quality and Other Systems
Quality is the main factor that guarantees the efficiency of the systems that are installed as studs, so the high quality of the glass from which the glass beads are made as well as the aluminum ensures their effectiveness in traffic safety.
This is what Shawahid Co. has provided, making our traffic safety systems, including aluminum Studs, conform to international specifications.
So you can order them and we guarantee their efficiency after installation through our multiple means of communication.