Road marking concept

Road marking installation refers to the process of placing signs, markings and devices on public or private roads for the purpose of regulating, warning and guiding vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Its main function is to improve road safety, prevent accidents and facilitate the orderly flow of traffic.

Road marking comprises different types of signs, such as vertical signs, horizontal signs and complementary devices, each with a specific function within the traffic system. Correct installation and maintenance of these signs is essential to ensure that they serve their purpose effectively.

Vertical signage

Vertical signage includes all signs that are placed on poles, columns or elevated structures in view of drivers and pedestrians. These signs can be warning, regulatory or informational, and are designed to convey clear and direct messages about the behavior that should be adopted on the road.

Among the most common vertical signs are those for speed limit, yield, stop, prohibitions and directions. Its strategic location and correct installation are essential so that road users can anticipate and react appropriately to traffic conditions.

The design and colorimetry of these signs are regulated by national and international standards to guarantee their uniformity and universal recognition, thus allowing efficient and safe communication.

Horizontal signage

Horizontal marking refers to markings painted directly on the road surface. These include lane lines, pedestrian crossings, directional arrows, stopping zones and special delimitations that guide the movement of vehicles and pedestrians.

These marks require materials resistant to abrasion and weather conditions, as well as precise application techniques to ensure visibility both day and night. Correct installation allows traffic ordering, lane segregation and protection of sensitive areas such as pedestrian crossings.