When managing traffic, road safety is always a top priority. Channelizers play a significant role in ensuring safe and efficient traffic flow. From road cones, to barricades, to LED signs, channelizers signal to drivers and pedestrians where you want them to be and where you don't want them to be. To give you a better idea of their importance, we'll be going into detail about what channelizers are, their different types, and how they contribute to road safety and management.

What Are Channelizers?

Channelizers are traffic control devices designed to separate lanes, guide vehicle and pedestrian traffic, and ensure uninterrupted traffic flow. They serve as visual guides that help drivers and pedestrians navigate through roadways, work zones, and other areas with high traffic volumes. Channelizers come in various shapes, sizes, and colors, each designed for specific purposes.

Types of Channelizing Devices

There are many different types of channelizers, and each serves a unique purpose. Some of the most popular ones include:

Delineators

Delineators are vertical markers, typically made or either steel or flexible plastic, that can be used to indicate the direction of travel, lane boundaries, and other critical information. Flexible delineators are available in different colors and reflectivity levels, making them visible at night or during low-light conditions. Steel delineators are manufactured from lightweight u channel steel and are commonly available with a hot dip galvanized or green powder shell finish, but can also be custom powder coated to suit your application.  

Channelizer Cones

Cones come in different sizes and shapes, from your typical conical traffic cone, to cylindrical “candlestick” cones and several variations in between. Channelizer cones are used to guide traffic, block off certain areas, or provide temporary lane dividers. They are most commonly found in safety orange with white reflective, but can also come in lime green or other, custom colors.

Barricades

Barricades are used to prevent vehicles or pedestrians from entering certain areas. They come in different sizes and shapes and are usually made of metal or plastic. They can also be illuminated to enhance visibility at night.

Vertical Panels

Vertical panels are designed to provide advanced warning to drivers about a change in road conditions. They can be used to indicate a reduction in lanes, upcoming construction zones, or other changes that may affect driving.

Importance of Channelizers

Channelizers play a crucial role in ensuring road safety and efficient traffic management. They help to prevent accidents by guiding drivers on the right path and minimizing confusion. Without them, it would be harder for drivers to navigate through complex road systems, such as construction zones and work zones, especially in areas with high traffic volumes.

Channelizers also improve the visibility of roadways, especially during low-light conditions. The reflective material used in their construction makes them visible from afar, allowing drivers to prepare themselves for any changes in driving conditions.

Whether you represent a municipality or a school, or you're setting up a work zone, it's important that you choose the right channelizers to ensure driver and pedestrian safety. At Traffic Safety Products, we specialize in a variety of different channelizers and we're here to help you get all the products you need for your project. Browse our product offerings right here on our website, or if you need a bit more help, feel free to give us a call. We can advise you on just the right channelizers you'll need.