FAQs About Traffic Management Equipment for Roads
Traffic management equipment plays a critical role in temporary works across the construction and civil industries in Australia, providing safe and compliant traffic control solutions for roadworks, lane closures, construction zones, and pedestrian separation. From portable barriers and lighting towers to VMS boards and crash cushions, temporary traffic management equipment is essential for protecting workers and motorists alike.
Learn more about our traffic management equipment in our FAQ section below.
United Rentals carries a comprehensive range of traffic control equipment hire covering all major traffic management requirements on construction sites, roadworks, public events, and work zones across Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, and nationwide. Our range includes portable traffic lights, lighting towers, variable message sign boards (VMS boards and message boards), water-filled barriers, rumble grids, and more - available for short-term and long-term hire throughout Australia.
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Yes. Key barrier and safety products in our traffic management equipment hire range carry MASH compliance ratings suitable for Australian road environments. The Deltabloc Concrete Barrier is MASH-compliant and TL-3 crash rated, the Lo-Ro Water Filled Barrier is MASH rated TL-2, the SLED Attenuator is MASH tested to TL-3 in a 4-module configuration, and the ABSORB-M is the shortest MASH TL-2 and TL-3 tested non-redirective, anchorless crash cushion available. Our portable traffic lights and VMS boards also comply with relevant state road regulations.
Both are crash cushions designed to protect workers and motorists at the ends of barrier lines in active work zones, but they differ in construction and application. The SLED Attenuator uses water-filled yellow polyethylene modules with internal steel cables engineered to deform and rupture on impact, and is MASH tested to TL-3 in a 4-module setup. The ABSORB-M is a non-redirective, anchorless crash cushion with a narrow 67 cm footprint requiring no ground anchoring, making it ideal for rapid deployment and retrieval in work zones where space is limited or ground anchoring is not practicable. Both are approved for use across Australia, including NSW, QLD, and VIC.
Water-filled barricades such as the Lo-Ro and ArmorZone are lightweight when empty, making them a cost-effective and easy-to-manoeuvre option for construction projects and roadworks of all sizes. Once positioned on-site, they are filled with water to provide stability and impact resistance - helping to maintain safe traffic flow and support your broader traffic control services. Both feature an interlocking design for fast installation and continuous barrier runs, making them the right equipment for work zones, lane closures, and pedestrian separation areas. Available for short-term and long-term hire across Australia to suit your project needs.
United Rentals is your one-stop shop for equipment hire across Australia. Alongside our extensive traffic management hire fleet, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality range of equipment and solutions to support your next project from start to finish. Our hire fleet includes:
- Propping equipment, including acrow props, titan props, modular shore systems, and hydraulic jacking for structural support, falsework, demolition support, and tilt-up construction
- Earthmoving equipment, including excavators, mini excavators, tracked and skid steer loaders, and dumpers suited to bulk earthworks, civil construction, and land development
- Vehicles, including utes available for hire to support your crew and operations on and around the job site
- Shipping containers, offering secure on-site storage and worksite solutions to keep your project running smoothly
- And many more
Get in touch with our team today to discuss your full equipment hire requirements, explore our competitive hire rates, and find the right traffic management solution to keep your project on time and on budget.