Speed Hump Buying Guide

What Are Speed Humps?

Speed Humps are traffic calming devices designed to reduce vehicle speed and improve safety in controlled areas such as car parks, roads, and private accessways. They create a raised surface that encourages drivers to slow down, typically in areas with speed limits under 40km/h.

They are commonly used to improve pedestrian safety, reduce collision risk, regulate traffic flow, and support safer shared environments across commercial, industrial, and public spaces.

This guide outlines the key types and materials available to help you choose the right speed hump for your site requirements.

Common Speed Hump Materials

Choosing the right material is essential to ensure durability, visibility, and performance in the intended environment.

Rubber

Rubber speed humps are durable, lightweight, and easy to install, making them a popular choice for both permanent and semi-permanent applications. They offer good UVKevin Mader resistance and reduced noise compared to harder materials such as steel.

Many rubber speed humps are manufactured from recycled materials, providing a more sustainable traffic control solution suitable for indoor and outdoor environments.

Steel

Steel speed humps are a heavy-duty, high-strength solution designed for extreme durability and high-load environments. They are commonly rated for heavy vehicle use and are suitable for demanding industrial and commercial sites.

Often supplied in modular sections for easier installation, steel speed humps provide a long-term, low-maintenance traffic control solution, with high visibility finishes for improved safety.

Plastic

Plastic speed humps are a high-visibility traffic calming solution designed to reduce vehicle speeds and improve safety in pedestrian and vehicle shared areas.

Manufactured from UV-stabilised nylon plastic, they are durable, weather-resistant, and suitable for long-term outdoor use.

Lightweight and easy to install, they are ideal for schools, car parks, hospitals, retirement villages, and other public or high-traffic environments requiring reliable speed control.

Poly (LLDPE)

LLDPE (Linear Low-Density Polyethylene) speed humps are manufactured from 100% recycled plastic and designed for high strength and long-term durability. They are lightweight, impact-resistant, and resistant to cracking, warping, and corrosion, making them suitable for both permanent and semi-permanent installations.

Their moulded construction provides excellent anti-slip surface grip, making them ideal for car parks, access roads, and high-traffic environments, including those used by heavy vehicles.

Not sure which material is right for your project?

Our team can help recommend the best solution for your site requirements.

Speak to our Speed Hump experts today for help and advice.

Types of Speed Humps to Choose From

Heavy Duty Speed Humps Heavy duty speed humps are designed for high-traffic and heavy-load environments. Built from reinforced materials such as steel or LLDPE, they provide enhanced durability and are suitable for areas with frequent truck or industrial vehicle use.

Speed Cushions Speed cushions are a modified traffic calming solution designed to reduce vehicle speed while allowing a smoother ride compared to traditional humps. Their segmented design enables controlled traffic calming with reduced impact for certain vehicle types. They are commonly used in shared traffic environments where comfort and safety must be balanced.

Cable Protectors Cable protector speed humps are designed to protect cables, hoses, and leads crossing roads or walkways while also slowing vehicle traffic. They reduce trip hazards and protect essential services in high-traffic environments. They are widely used in offices, warehouses, events, and industrial facilities.

Roll-Out Speed Humps Roll-out speed humps provide a temporary and portable traffic calming solution. Lightweight and flexible, they can be deployed quickly and removed when no longer required. They are ideal for worksites, temporary traffic management, and changing road conditions where permanent installation is not suitable.

One-Way Road Spikes One-way road spikes are a directional traffic control system that allows vehicles to pass in one direction while preventing reverse entry. They function as a physical deterrent and are commonly used for controlled access and security applications. They are ideal for car parks, restricted zones, and security checkpoints where one-way traffic flow is required.

Rumble Strips Rumble strips are low-profile traffic control solutions designed to slow vehicles and increase driver awareness. They are commonly used as speed deterrents or lane guidance tools in car parks, driveways, and roadways. They are best suited to high-risk environments such as schools, hospitals, retirement villages, and shared traffic zones.

Need Help Choosing the Right Speed Hump?

Choosing the right solution depends on traffic volume, vehicle type, and site conditions.

Speak with the Enforcer team for expert advice on the most suitable Speed Hump system for your project.

Installation Services

Enforcer Group also provides professional installation services to ensure all Speed Humps are correctly fitted, compliant, and built for long-term performance in demanding environments.