Visit Prismo at Intertraffic 2010, Stand 01.410
March 09, 2010 - posted in Antiskid, Decorative Surfacing, Exhibitions, International News, Prismo Contracting Services, Prismo Group, Road Markings, Safety Solutions
Visit Prismo at Intertraffic 2010 Stand 01.410
Between 23-26th March 2010, Prismo will be exhibiting at the Intertraffic Show in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
This year is the 20th anniversary of Intertraffic Amsterdam. Over 800 exhibitors from more than 40 countries – with virtually the entire top 50 global concerns in attendance – will show a comprehensive overview of the latest industry trends and developments. Intertraffic 2010 offers an even wider range of categories so as to ensure the most convenient segmentation possible for visitors.
Prismo’s stand is situated in Hall 1, stand 410. Our stand design has been developed with maximum focus on demonstrating our extensive range of road markings and traffic products. Customers will be able to get up close to a wide range of products which have been laid on to the stand floor itself. Products that have been laid include examples of anti skid decorative coverings and preformed thermoplastic, as well as a large selection of white lining solutions
The stand also incorporates a ‘Wet Night Visibility’ room, designed to demonstrate the incredible performance of Primso’s Colourbright and Rainline products in wet conditions.
For further information, or for an invitation to the show, please email Prismo’s Marketing Manager, Jonathan Fish
High Friction Surfacing in Southern Ireland
February 21, 2010 - posted in Antiskid, Awards, International News, Prismo Contracting Services, Prismo Group, Road Safety, Safety Solutions
The most recent trial approved by the The National Roads Authority of Ireland (NRA) was on a very busy main road near Dublin which had seen 21 fatalities over the last 3 years. A significant contributing factor was a steep downhill section of Asphalt road approaching a junction where, particularly in wet conditions and heavy traffic, vehicles were unable to stop quickly enough.Tyregrip was specified and, to allow for the incline and prevent loss of Epoxy on such a steep slope, cellulose fibres were also recommended and added to the Epoxy mix.
This worked well and in very difficult traffic management conditions the 2000m2 downhill to the junction was completed over a two-day period in September and the NRA has already suggested that if it proves a success Tyregrip will be specified for the entire region.
Prismo II Road Studs
February 21, 2010 - posted in Awards, International News, Prismo Contracting Services, Road Studs
Prismo II road studs have now been given full approval for use on all major roads in southern Ireland. Several sites have been won so far, totalling over 20,000 Prismo II studs and, thanks to the easy installation and significant cost saving over traditional cat’s eyes, they are proving hugely popular worldwide.
imprint in shared space
December 16, 2009 - posted in Decorative Surfacing, International News, Prismo Contracting Services, Prismo Group, Safety Solutions
Planners are considering ‘shared space’ as a new approach to road safety in town and city centres – a concept entailing the removal of kerb stones, barriers and traffic lights so that drivers have to make eye contact with pedestrians before proceeding.
An ideal application for such a busy road would be Prismo’s revolutionary road surfacing treatment, Imprint. The aesthetically appealing Imprint is up to 40% more cost-effective than traditional block paving techniques, is very safe and virtually maintenance-free – ruling out the risk of trip hazards and damage claims and eradicating weed infestation problems.
ThormaJoint Meets Competition Requirements
November 17, 2009 - posted in Bridge Jointing, International News, Prismo Contracting Services, Prismo Group
Traffic noise is becoming an increasingly important issue on Dutch roads and bridges and engineers are keen on introducing systems that can reduce its detrimental environmental impact.
To this end, the Rijkswaterstaat, Holland’s roads and bridges Authority, launched a competition in 2007 challenging private companies to design an innovative bridge expansion joint that should be both durable and as noiseless as possible when trafficked. Tenders were invited for the supply of new designs.
Leading UK Road safety product manufacturer, Prismo Road Markings Ltd, was invited to take part in the challenge and submitted an entry based upon a modified version of its ‘ThormaJoint’ asphaltic plug bridge expansion joint system. Having many years experience with such systems, Prismo knew that ThormaJoint would be a good starting point for the new noiseless expansion joint.
From more than thirty companies that entered the contest, just four winners were announced and Prismo’s enhanced ThormaJoint system was one of them. Each winner received sponsorship from the Rijkswaterstaat to install its new product on a selected bridge site and to produce test pieces for an extensive programme of performance evaluation.
Prismo installed ThormaJoint on Holland’s A50, near Uden, in May 2009. To carry out the work the company partnered with its German licensee, Kemna Bau, who’s experience and expertise in installing the system meant that the work, which involved removing the old metal rail joints before repairing the deck and placement of the new joint, was completed successfully and to schedule.
The Rijkswaterstaat has now set up specialist equipment to monitor performance of the new joint, but already its benefits are being enjoyed by local residents. Whilst on site, one local resident visited Prismo and commented that the traffic noise from the old joints had always forced him to sleep with his bedroom window closed. Now, with the new ‘quiet joint’ in place, he was looking forward to sleeping with an open window!
If eventually successful, the Dutch Authority intends to specify the new noiseless joints throughout Holland.