Traffic barricades block off lanes, roads, or work areas to redirect vehicles and pedestrians away from a hazard or restricted zone. Traffic barricades are commonly used at construction sites, road closures, special events, and crowd control situations where a stronger, more visible barrier is needed than a cone or delineator alone.
Traffic barricades come in several styles, including folding Type II and Type III panel barricades, steel expandable barricades, water-filled Yodock barricades, and crowd control barricades with ADA compliant feet. Choosing between these traffic barricades depends on the setting, since a construction road closure has different needs than a pedestrian event or airport runway.
A Type II barricade uses two horizontal rails and is typically used for shorter-term or lower-visibility situations, such as marking a smaller work area. A Type III barricade uses three horizontal rails and is generally required for full road closures or higher-speed roads, since the additional rail improves visibility and communicates a more serious restriction to drivers.
Traffic barricades are made from materials like lightweight plastic, steel, vinyl, and polyester, depending on the specific style and intended use. Plastic traffic barricades are popular for their durability and light weight, making them easier to transport and store between jobs, while steel traffic barricades offer added weight and stability for longer-term placements.
Yodock barricades are a specific type of traffic barricade filled with water or sand to create a heavier, more stationary barrier compared to standard folding or steel options. Traffic barricades like the Yodock line are especially useful for longer-term road closures or high-traffic areas where extra stability helps the barricade stay in place.
Barricade covers and labels are supplemental accessories used to customize or maintain traffic barricades over time. Barricade covers, sometimes called jackets, add a solid color or branding to a barricade, while barricade labels allow for quick messaging updates without replacing the entire barricade panel.
Yes, several traffic barricades can be customized with your own logo, text, or fully uploaded design, making them useful for events, construction companies, or organizations that want branded crowd control. Custom traffic barricades are made from the same durable materials as standard stock options, so personalization doesn't affect outdoor performance.
We are the industry leader in traffic barricades, helping mitigate risks and serve as a form of crowd and traffic control within specified areas. Traffic barricades on this page cover a wide range of applications, from construction sites to adjusting traffic patterns to controlling a crowd at major social gatherings.
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