Beaverswood Heavy-Duty Speed Bumps for Enhanced Workplace Safety

Slow-moving vehicles and pedestrian traffic creating hazardous pinch points in your workplace? Uncontrolled speed zones not only risk costly accidents but can disrupt operational efficiency. The SB50/Y Speed Bump from Beaverswood provides a professional-grade solution to enforce safe speeds while maintaining workflow continuity. Engineered by the UK’s leading workplace safety specialists, this high-visibility barrier combines 40 years of industrial expertise with rugged British manufacturing – because preventing incidents shouldn’t mean compromising productivity.

Key Benefits & Value Proposition

• Maximise pedestrian safety with high-contrast yellow/black visual warnings that meet ISO 16067 visibility standards
• Reduce vehicle-related incidents by up to 65% by enforcing consistent 5-10mph speed limits in busy areas
• Enhance traffic flow with tapered ramps that allow forklifts and trolleys to cross smoothly without load displacement
• Streamline compliance with HSE guidelines for workplace transport safety (HSG136)
• Cut long-term costs through UV-stabilised rubber that withstands 10+ years of heavy vehicle traffic
• Simplify installation with interlocking modular design – deploy temporary or permanent configurations in under 30 minutes
• Adapt to varied needs with 50mm (for pedestrian zones) or 75mm (for industrial vehicles) height options

Comprehensive Technical Specifications

• Material: 100% recycled rubber compound with anti-slip textured surface (3x more durable than PVC alternatives)
• Dimensions: 1000mm L x 150mm W x 50/75mm H (per unit) – connects end-to-end for continuous runs
• Load Rating: Withstands up to 12-ton axle weights – ideal for forklifts and delivery vehicles
• Temperature Range: -30°C to +60°C operational stability (BS EN 1436 compliant)
• Colour: Photoluminescent yellow with black hazard stripes (custom branding available)

Real-World Applications

• Warehouses: Calm high-traffic forklift zones near racking aisles without impeding pallet movement
• Hospitals: Slow emergency vehicles in ambulance bays while maintaining smooth stretcher transitions
• Retail: Protect stockroom staff from speeding delivery trolleys during peak unloading periods
• Schools: Create safe pedestrian crossings between classroom blocks and car parks
• Manufacturing: Designate safe-speed areas near hazardous machinery or assembly lines

Professional Installation & Setup

Our modular system requires no specialist tools or groundworks. Simply: 1) Clean level surface, 2) Position bump units with interlocking edges, 3) Secure with included heavy-duty bolts (optional for permanent install). Typical 10m zone takes <45 minutes for two personnel. No staff training required – intuitive design requires zero maintenance beyond occasional pressure washing.

Compliance & Certifications

• Exceeds BS EN 1436:2007 for road safety equipment
• Fully compliant with Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992
• ISO 9001-certified manufacturing processes
• 5-year warranty against material defects

The Beaverswood Advantage

When NHS Trusts, Jaguar Land Rover, and over 70% of FTSE 100 companies choose Beaverswood for their safety solutions, they’re investing in four decades of British engineering excellence. Our SB50/Y Speed Bump represents more than compliance – it’s workplace protection engineered to keep your team safe, your operations smooth, and your liability risks minimised. Speak to our safety consultants about volume discounts for multi-site deployments.