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Posted by in News on Dec 01, 2014 .
Alberta-Based 310-SIGN Now Distributing Radarsign’s Armored Driver Feedback Signs in Canada Radarsign’s continued international expansion focuses on Western Canada’s oil and gas industry plus public works entities

ALPHARETTA, Ga., November 11, 2014—Finalized in September, a new operating partnership between Radarsign®—the manufacturer of the world’s first armored driver feedback sign—and 310-SIGN provides rights of distribution for Radarsign’s traffic-calming products to customers in three Canadian provinces: Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

“We are pleased to represent Radarsign products...

Find answers to frequently asked questions about radar speed signs- how do they calm traffic and promote safety, what types are available, what size sign is needed, where should the signs be placed?

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions and the answers.

> How does a radar speed sign calm traffic and promote safety?
Radarsign’s speed signs give drivers notice that they are speeding. Radar speed signs work by sign shifting the brain out of the alpha state where the brain is aware but relaxed into the beta state where the brain is alert and focused. As a result, the driver responds to the flashing speed alert...

When do you require FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSIDE stickers on fleet vehicles?

The Traffic Safety Act sets the requirements for Fire Extinguishers in the 100 page document, Commercial Vehicle Safety Regulation (CVSR). We've included an overview below to make things easy for you.

Many companies, such as most Upstream Oil & Gas companies,  and many industrial construction companies have specific safety policies pertaining to the mandatory safety equipment required onboard commercial vehicles working on-site where explosions, fires or chemicals are present. Carrying a certified fire extinguisher increases the safety of the public and...

Posted by in Safety Signs & Labels on Jul 16, 2014 .

GHS was created by the United Nations to standardize chemical hazard classification and
communication worldwide. WHMIS has been modified to incorporate the GHS standardized
classification rules, label requirements and safety data sheet (SDS) format.

After implementing GHS, suppliers now must meet the following labelling requirements:

1. Product Identifier: The product name exactly as it appears on the container and on the Safety

Data Sheet (SDS).

2. Signal Words (NEW): “Danger” or “Warning” are used to emphasize hazards and indicate the

severity of the hazard.

3. Hazard Pictograms: Hazard pictograms,...

Posted by in News on Jun 27, 2014 .

We're proud to annouce our sponsorship of The Replacements Canada, a new hunting & wildlife TV program which airs July 2014. 

We're really looking forward to watching the adventures unfold starting on July 2, 2014 on WildTV at 8:30(MST) and on July 6, 2014 at 3:00pm(MST). We can't wait to see the guys wearing our 310-SIGN gear in the episodes and also seeing the usage of some debut regulatory safety signs for Bear Bait use. 

To learn more about The Replacements follow them on Facebook.

We'll also be releasing our first 310-SIGN TV commercials! Have a sneak peak...

 

Posted by in News on Apr 27, 2014 .

Here is a complete line listing of all the types of products & services available at 310-SIGN as of 2014. We're continually adding new signage, labels & supplies to our website each week so please visit us frequently as our product line continues to expand. 

TRAFFIC SIGNS
Warning / Construction Signs
Regulatory / Parking Signs
Information / Guide Signs
Specialty Traffic Signs

 
TRAFFIC SUPPLIES
Cones, Channelizers & Delineators
Barricades & Barriers
Frames & Stands
Hi-Viz Safety Apparel
Speed Radar Trailers
 
POSTS & HARDWARE
U-Channel Sign Posts
Sign Mounting Bolt Kits

Posted by in Fleet Decals & Stickers on Apr 24, 2014 .

What does TARE mean?
The TARE weight of a vehicle means the weight of the vehicle when it is empty or not carrying cargo. 
 
 What does GVW stand-for? 
The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) of a vehicle means the licensed maximum weight of the vehicle as per the vehicle’s certificate of registration. 
 
 Are GVW & TARE decals mandatory to have on vehicles? 
Provinces and territories have laws that establish maximum vehicle weights. This is to ensure public safety and to protect provincial highway infrastructure. Carriers must comply with all weight restrictions for the roads they operate on. Based on the province,...