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What Types of Traffic Equipment Can I Hire from Trafquip?
Trafquip offers a wide range of traffic control equipment for hire across Australia, designed to meet the needs of roadworks, civil projects, events, and emergency services. Available equipment includes:
Truck Mounted Attenuators (TMA)
Cone Trucks (TMIV)
Traffic Control Utes (2WD & 4WD)
Trailer-Mounted Traffic Lights
eSTOP™ Portable Traffic Signals
Portaboom® Temporary Boom Gates
VMS Trailers (Variable Message Sign boards)
LED Mobile Lighting Towers
eSAS™ Speed Awareness Signs
Each unit is maintained to industry standards and ready for rapid deployment across Brisbane and all of Australia.
What Is a VMS Trailer and When Should I Use One?
A VMS (Variable Message Sign) Trailer is a solar-powered, trailer-mounted digital display board used to broadcast safety alerts, lane closures, detour instructions, and speed awareness messages. These boards are ideal for roadworks, infrastructure upgrades, public events, and emergency communications. Trafquip’s VMS trailers are available for hire Australia-wide and can be updated remotely for real-time traffic management. They’re a must-have for any project requiring clear and compliant public messaging.
How Do eSTOP™ Portable Traffic Signals Improve Safety and Efficiency?
eSTOP™ Portable Traffic Signals are approved by the Department of Transport & Main Roads and are ideal for temporary traffic signal control at worksites, intersections, and single-lane traffic zones. These units are easy to deploy and significantly reduce the need for manual traffic controllers, thereby improving safety and efficiency. Their portability and compliance make them perfect for both short-term and long-term projects.
What Does a Truck Mounted Attenuator (TMA) Do in Road Projects?
Truck Mounted Attenuators (TMA) are crash-absorbing vehicles used to protect roadworkers from high-speed impacts. Trafquip’s TMA units come with integrated Type C arrowboards, GPS tracking, cameras, and meet AUS/NZ and MASH standards. They’re essential for motorway works, live traffic conditions, and long-distance operations.
How Can a Cone Truck (TMIV) Improve Traffic Control Efficiency?
Cone Trucks, or Traffic Management Implementation Vehicles (TMIV), are used to transport and deploy traffic cones, signs, and message boards efficiently. With space for over 300 cones and integrated arrowboards, GPS, and camera systems, these vehicles reduce deployment time and improve safety on road and civil projects.
What Makes Portaboom® Systems Ideal for Worksite Access Control?
Portaboom® is a portable boom gate system used to automate vehicle and pedestrian access at worksites. With options for solar power, traffic lights, and GSM or keypad access, it eliminates the need for manual traffic controllers and enhances on-site safety and compliance.
When Should I Use Trailer-Mounted Traffic Lights?
Trailer-mounted traffic lights are ideal for projects requiring signalised intersections, temporary pedestrian crossings, or alternating lane control. These solar-powered lights offer both auto and manual operation modes and can sync across long distances for seamless traffic management.
What Equipment Is Recommended for Night-Time Roadwork Safety?
For night operations, Trafquip offers LED Mobile Lighting Towers designed to provide powerful, portable lighting for construction sites, emergency repairs, and roadworks. These lights ensure visibility, enhance safety, and are easily trailer-mounted for fast relocation.
What Is the Best Traffic Control Equipment to Hire for Roadworks?
The best equipment depends on the nature of your roadwork. Commonly hired gear includes portable traffic lights, VMS boards, truck-mounted attenuators, and cone trucks. Trafquip provides a full suite of traffic control equipment, suitable for everything from highway upgrades to small-scale maintenance in urban areas.
How Do I Know Which Traffic Equipment to Hire for My Project?
This depends on your site layout, road conditions, and duration. For example:
eSTOP™ lights for simple lane control
TMA trucks for highway safety
Portaboom® for access control
VMS trailers for message alerts
Trafquip’s team can assess your needs and recommend the most cost-effective and compliant solution for your project.
Do You Offer Short-Term and Long-Term Traffic Equipment Hire?
Yes. Trafquip provides flexible short-term and long-term hire options to suit various project durations, including overnight roadworks, multi-day events, or month-long infrastructure upgrades. Equipment can be deployed quickly anywhere in Brisbane or throughout Australia.
Can I Hire Traffic Equipment Anywhere in Australia?
Absolutely. While Trafquip is based in Brisbane, we provide traffic equipment hire services across all of Australia, including regional, metro, and remote locations. Our logistics team ensures timely delivery and pickup, no matter where your project is located.
Is the Equipment Compliant with Australian Traffic Management Standards?
Yes. All Trafquip equipment is compliant with AS 4191-2015, MRTS25, and relevant Department of Transport requirements. Our gear is routinely inspected and maintained for full compliance and safety.