Speed hump installation guide
An effective tool for controlling speed limits and protecting pedestrians, speed humps are both effective and simple to install. Don't have time to install it yourself? Contact our team about traffic safety equipment installation services anywhere in Australia.
If you’re looking to buy speed humps, you can take a look at our full range online here.
All of our speed humps come with a step-by-step guide for installation. However, before you go installing them, it's important you understand why and how to use them properly. We have a couple of resources, which can answer these questions:
5 Reasons why speed humps are important
The different types of speed humps
What is a speed hump?
DIY installation
Tools & equipment:
- Hammer
- 17mm socket
- Speed hump(s)
- M10 screw fixings (included in speed humps)
- 14mm masonry drill (hammer drill)
- Broomstick
Steps:
Step 1
- Buy speed humps online and ensure you have all necessary tools & equipment
- Check the area and work out where the speed humps will be placed and for what reason
Step 2
- Using a measuring tape, mark where speed humps are be installed
- Ensure they are in a straight line with equal distances between
Step 3
- Using the hammer drill, drill through the speed hump holes using a 14mm masonry drill bit
- Inspect the hole is both clean (using brush) and aligned
Step 4
- Drill holes up to 120mm deep on the areas marked previously for installation
- Ensure dust and dirt is removed from the holes
Step 5
- Using the plastics plugs provided, drive these into the holes making sure they are aligned and straight
- Use a hammer carefully to tighten these
Step 6
- Once ready, line up the speed hump with the plastic plugs inserted into the ground
- Using the M10 fixing screws supplied, insert these through the speed hump and into the hole
- Tighten these using the socket (ensure breathing room as to not crack the plastic)
Step 7
- Continue repeating this process for each section of the speed hump
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