Are Wheel Stops Made from Rubber a Good Choice for You?

Wheel stops are a fantastic way to improve safety in areas, such as parking bays, load docks, and offloading areas. They are bumps in the road that indicate that we are parking in the right area and a physical reminder of where we should not be. There are various types of stops available, but the primary concern for most property managers is the type of construction used. The main choice is between rubber wheel stops and concrete models. Let’s take a closer look at rubber models and why they may be a good choice for your property.

Concrete Wheel Stops:

Traditionally, many businesses and public buildings used concrete wheel stops to increase safety. They can work well, but they have significant disadvantages when they are compared to rubber models. Firstly, concrete is a terrible material in terms of its environmental impact, and this could be a concern for a property manager. Secondly, concrete stops are much more likely to cause damage to vehicles than rubber models, and this could lead to pricey insurance claims. Lastly, concrete can be damaged and chipped over time meaning that a replacement is required.

Rubber Wheel Stops:

These kinds of stops are usually made from recycled rubber which is a definite thumbs up for the environment. A rubber stop will also be less likely to cause damage to the vehicles using your property. Another key aspect to consider is the flexibility that comes with using this kind of system. It may be the case that you need to expand a parking area, and you need to move the wheels stops. This would be very difficult to do when using concrete stops and your parking facility would be out of operation for quite a while. A rubber stop is secured to the road using bolts, and it is a simple procedure to remove them and relocate them where they are needed.

Rubber is Damage Resistant:

We have already touched on the toughness of concrete and covered that it can be damaged over time. Rubber stops are very tough, but they are also well suited to our harsh climate and resistant to the effects of the sun. As a material rubber absorbs kinetic energy very well and this makes it well suited to low speed impact from rubber shod car tyres. This makes rubber an ideal material for wheel stops and explains why it has become so common in recent years.

If they would like to know more about buying and installing wheels stops, Perth property managers should contact us. Here at Image Bollards we supply and install a wide variety of security and safety equipment including wheel stops. All of our products are manufactured to comply with Australian safety standards. Get in touch with us, and we look forward to discussing your needs in detail.