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| Rising Price of Oil Creating Opportunities for Recycled Rubber Traffic Safety Solutions |
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The transportation, construction, and traffic safety industries are all feeling the effects of the rising price of oil. Asphalt and fuel prices have skyrocketed in many regions, most notably affecting paving companies. They've had to adjust their prices accordingly in order to compensate for high material costs. "The price of asphalt has increased by more than 80 percent in some cases since last year..." (Meyers, 2008 ¶ 1)
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Concrete and steel prices have also climbed leaving contractors little choice but to raise their prices too. Budget constraints and worsening road conditions have forced municipalities and commercial developers to either increase budgets or find other material alternatives for new construction and repairs. |
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Parking lot owners / managers are especially in a bind. The high traffic and turnover rates in these areas cause excessive wear-and-tear on the road, and as such, the need for frequent maintenance and repairs. Potholes, cracks, and damaged traffic control devices not only create hazardous driving environments, but also pose dangerous obstacles to pedestrians.
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Product alternatives for traffic control devices do exist. Many who have traditionally turned to asphalt / concrete solutions are investing in recycled rubber traffic safety products. The difference in cost is minimal. Car stops, speed bumps, or mini speed humps that are manufactured from recycled rubber, are gaining more popularity now than ever - and for good reason. There are numerous benefits that far outweigh those of asphalt / concrete equivalents. |
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Top 10 reasons why people are choosing recycled rubber over asphalt / concrete traffic control products: |
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- More cost-effective:
- less expensive to install (less labor / time required)
- lower freight costs (lightweight product)
- lower equipment costs (no heavy equipment needed)
- less injuries (easy to carry / handle)
- less damage to vehicles (when transporting)
- Easy-to-install: requires only a couple of installers, can be done in rain or shine
- Visibility: most are colored and some include highway tape or cat's eye reflectors; better visibility especially at night
- Less maintenance: will not break, crack, chip, or rot
- Can be used for temporary or permanent use: can be store / relocated if necessary
- Aesthetics: rubber solutions are uniformly made, have clean lines, and most are well-marked
- Environmentally-friendly: products are made from recycled rubber tires; reduces tire waste in landfills
- Covered Under Warranty: many rubber solutions are covered under manufacturers' warranty
- Flexible design: conforms to any road surface
- Car-friendly: will not damage tires or scratch bumper
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GNR Technologies is a leading manufacturer of recycled rubber traffic safety devices such as parking curbs, speed bumps and humps. All of these value-added solutions are highly efficient & cost-effective: |
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Whether you are repairing a current parking facility or developing a new one; investigate the alternative of using recycled rubber parking lot products. The benefits offered are numerous as these solutions are well worth the investment.
If you have any questions or would like some more information about our product-line, please send us an email: info@gnrtech.com or call our office: 1-800-641-4143 |
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