A Guide to Selecting the Right Traffic Cone
Traffic cones and bollards have been around since 1914. Originally they were made out of concrete but eventually evolved into light weight markers made out of thermoplastics and high grade rubber compounds. The size, shape and color of traffic cone that you choose really depend on a number of factors and your personal preference. Listed below are some general options that are available and some things to consider when choosing the right cone for your needs: Available sizes and associated uses The most popular sizes of cones along with their common uses are as follows: ㆍ12 inch cone (commonly used for little league football, soccer and other sports) ㆍ18 inch cone (commonly used for sports and traffic, has optional reflective collar) ㆍ28 inch cone (commonly used for traffic & road closure, optional reflective collar) ㆍ36 inch cone (commonly used for traffic & road closure, optional reflective collar) Using cones to close a road It is important to remember that a cone mu