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Our VMS are readable and reliable whatever the weather

Our VMS are readable and reliable whatever the weather

The winter months see a combination of factors that make the roads significantly more dangerous. The increased likelihood of rain, snow and ice makes the road surface more treacherous, while shorter daylight hours, the low winter sun and fog or mist can significantly reduce visibility.

As a result, the communication of important information to road users becomes more important and more problematic. Add into the mix some temporary roadworks or a road traffic accident and it becomes safety critical.

Variable message signs (VMS) have been used for many years to advise drivers of issues like changes in conditions, hazards ahead, changes to speed limits and journey times.

But not all VMS are created equal.

SRL VMS – the smart choice

At SRL, we don’t just supply traffic lights (although we’re still pretty darn good at that) we’ve developed our portfolio to include a range of Intelligent Transport System (ITS) solutions and products to meet the diverse needs of traffic managers and local authorities.

At the forefront of our range is our SWARCO-manufactured fleet of VMS. At less than 3 years old, they offer they offer all the benefits of permanent VMS technology for temporary situations.

They are especially suited to winter conditions for two reasons:

  • Unrivalled reliability: with a whole product life of 15 years our VMS are designed to last. And with LED mean time before failure (‘MTBF’) of 400,000 hours (that’s more than 45 years!) they offer dependability that is streets ahead of the competition.
  • Outstanding readability: our VMS offer the highest resolution full colour matrix display available on the market and meets all specifications for wide viewing angles including the correct beam angle (B6) for verge-mounted signs.

And because there is a lens for each LED - as opposed to a single film of plastic over the whole display screen - there is no reflection from the sun or car headlights which is known to reduce readability in other products.

Together these product features offer traffic managers complete peace of mind that their kit will work and deliver high impact, readable messages – even in the most challenging winter conditions, ensuring fewer visits to site, improved safety, and reduced costs.

SRL VMS were recently used for extensive resurfacing works being undertaken for Kent County Council and on the roadworks at Junction 25 of the M25.

Our VMS are available in three sizes to meet all communication requirements. Find out about specific products here.

Try our VMS with this generous offer

For a limited time only, we are offering customers one week’s hire, collection and delivery for FREE*

A saving of £350, to take advantage, simply call 01606 738866 or email vms@srl.co.uk and quote ‘VMS22’

*Subject to a minimum four week hire period, valid one VMS per business. Collection and delivery across the UK and Republic of Ireland, only. Orders must be placed by 31st March 2022.

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