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Children’s Safety Vests

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  Children’s Safety Vests on Highway1 : A Critical Lifesaving Measure Highways are among the most dangerous environments for pedestrians due to high vehicle speeds, reduced reaction time, and often limited visibility. When children are present in or near highway areas—whether during travel stops, emergencies, school trips, or roadside activities—their safety becomes a top priority. One simple yet highly effective tool to protect them is the use of children’s safety vests . Highway 1 stocks Hi-Vis fluorescent Safety vests which are a range of high quality high visibility safety vests made specifically for New Zealand standards. Made from a high GSM cloth. The childrens vest comes in a variety of fluoresent colours – orange, yellow and pink. We offer 2 versions – The velcro vests which are really easy for the kids to put on and off or the zipper vests which are of a really high quality and will last. Vests for children.  There are 3 sizes available. Child small: 3-5 years Child...

Wall Protectors

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  Benefits of Wall Protectors on Highway1 Highways are critical lifelines that support economic activity, transportation, and connectivity between cities and regions. However, they also come with significant safety risks due to high vehicle speeds, heavy traffic, and unpredictable driving conditions. One important safety feature that helps reduce these risks is the installation of wall protectors along highways. What Are Wall Protectors?  Wall protectors, often referred to as crash barriers or guardrails, are protective structures installed along the edges of highways, medians, bridges, and curves. Their primary purpose is to prevent vehicles from veering off the road or colliding with hazardous obstacles such as steep slopes, water bodies, or solid walls . ( Highway1 ) Key Benefits of Wall Protectors ( Highway1 ) 1. Enhanced Road Safety The most important benefit of wall protectors is improved safety for drivers and passengers. In the event of a collision, these barriers abs...

Speed Cushion

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  Highway 1 Speed Cushion: Improving Safety on High-Speed Roads  Speed management is one of the most important aspects of road safety. On busy highways and urban roads, excessive vehicle speed often leads to accidents, injuries, and damage to property. To address this issue, traffic engineers use various traffic-calming devices. One such effective solution is the Highway 1 Speed Cushion , a specially designed road feature used to control vehicle speed while maintaining smooth traffic flow. What Is a Highway 1 Speed Cushion? A Highway 1 Speed Cushion is a raised traffic-calming device installed on highways or major roads to slow down vehicles without causing significant discomfort to drivers or passengers. Unlike traditional speed breakers, speed cushions are designed in sections, allowing certain vehicles such as emergency vehicles and buses to pass with minimal disturbance. These cushions are usually made from durable materials such as rubber, asphalt, or thermoplastic a...