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Road Kop Speed Cushion.
A recycled rubber traffic calming device. Designed to slow traffic but have a minimal effect on emergency response time.

RK Speed Breakers.
3 sizes plus modular design allows virtually any length or configuration for all requirements.

		RK Detectable Warnings ADA Compliant detectable warning mats. Available as a glue down or concrete inset model

		RK Flexible Kurbing Flexible Kurbing is made in the USA of durable recycled rubber.

		All of our rubber products are manufactured using US recycled rubber. In 2009, we used approx. 610,000 lbs of recycled rubber. That equated to keeping approx. 31,000 tires out of land fills last year.

Speed Cushion General Info.

“Standard” Road Kop:

6’6” Wide x 6’8” Long x 3” High
or
or 6’6” Wide x 10’ Long x 3” High

Width can be altered in 16” increments and length can be added in 40” increments. Road Kop preformed modules are linked together with metal dowels to form a solid cushion. The cushion is then bolted to the pavement using anchors, stainless steel lag bolts and stainless steel washers.

Material:	100% recycled rubber and polyurethane binder
Specifications:	Tensile Strength:	500 psi (minimum)
	Hardness:	65 Shore A (minimum)
	Specific Gravity:	1.13
	Skid Resistance:	89
	Chemical Resistance:	Impervious to engine oil, Transmission fluid Road salts Anti-freeze d Gasoline/diesel fuel

Why use a Speed Cushion?

Unlike a traditional speed hump, the Road Kop speed cushion is designed to slow traffic while having a minimal effect on emergency response time. Note the table below comparing ambulance (on a Ford 350 chassis) delay times due to various traffic calming devices.

Speed cushion:	1.03 sec.	Speed table (22’):	5.78 sec.
Speed hump (12’):	6.80 sec.	Traffic circle:	9.48 sec.

What can I expect using Road Kop speed cushions?

Speed reductions have been consistent over several tests and traffic volumes.

Average 85th percentile speeds

Before
35.6

After
24.6

In addition, adding speed cushions typically reduces traffic volume approximately 20% on cut-through streets.

Benefits of using Road Kop speed cushions:

Emergency vehicle friendly

Easily removed and reinstalled for paving or relocating

No road closure required for installation

Uniform dimensions at every location

Provides better drainage than traditional speed humps

Safer for bicycles and motorcycles

Markings are molded in - never need painting

Will not deform or deteriorate from the hot sun

Road Kop speed cushions are warranted for two years

Made in USA

Made from environmental friendly recycled rubber

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