Paint Thickness Gauge: Quality Control and Road Marking Safety

The road marking thickness gauge is a specialized device that ensures the proper thickness of road markings on pavements, such as paint and thermoplastics, contributing to the safety and durability of road signage. This gauge is essential to verify that the markings meet quality and regulatory requirements, ensuring optimal retroreflection and improving visibility in night-time and adverse weather conditions.
As the condition and performance of road markings on pavement have improved with the use of higher quality paints, thermoplastics, and glass beads, prices have increased, making the paint and thermoplastic thickness gauge an essential tool to determine the amount of material applied during asphalt repairs.

What is the Road Marking Paint Thickness Gauge and Why Is It Important?

Proper control of thickness in road markings is crucial to maintaining visibility and safety on the road. A road marking thickness gauge allows precise evaluation of the material applied, whether paint or thermoplastic, and ensures that the horizontal signage complies with retroreflection specifications needed to guide drivers and reduce road risks. 

Applications of the Paint Thickness Gauge in Road Safety

These devices are widely used in various road marking and maintenance applications. Some of the primary applications of the road marking thickness gauge include:

  • Verification of thickness in road markings: Evaluates the thickness of painted lines and symbols on the pavement, ensuring they meet specifications for optimal visibility and retroreflection.
  • Quality control of thermoplastics and paints: Ensures that materials applied to the pavement meet the necessary quality and durability standards, maximizing their lifespan and effectiveness.
  • Preventive maintenance of signage: Facilitates periodic control of the thickness of road markings, helping maintain consistent and safe signage on roads.

Compliance with Standards for the Paint Thickness Gauge

The DELTA road marking thickness gauge offered by T2S Ibérica complies with current quality and road safety regulations, including standards such as EN 1436, which regulates retroreflection and the thickness of road markings in Europe. These standards ensure that signs and pavement markings maintain adequate visibility under night-time or low-light conditions, contributing to safer and more reliable traffic flow.

Precise and Easy-to-Use Measurement: DELTA Technology in the Paint Thickness Gauge

Our road marking thickness gauge is equipped with DELTA technology, an advanced solution that simplifies calibration and field use. This device offers precise, real-time measurement of marking thickness, with an intuitive interface that allows for quick and efficient data storage and transfer. Its compact and robust design ensures durability and resistance under intensive working conditions, making it ideal for road safety professionals seeking accurate and reliable results with every measurement.

Benefits of Using T2S Ibérica’s Road Marking Thickness Gauge

The road marking thickness gauge offered by T2S Ibérica stands out for its ease of use and high precision in measuring materials applied to roads. Some of the benefits of this device include:

  • Precise and reliable measurements: Ensures compliance with thickness and retroreflection standards to maximize road safety.
  • Intuitive interface: Designed to facilitate data visualization and analysis, including options for storage and download.
  • Durability and resistance: Manufactured with high-quality materials, this gauge is designed to withstand intensive use in harsh conditions.
  • Quick and easy calibration: Equipped with DELTA technology, it allows effective calibration, ensuring consistent, accurate results in compliance with standards.

T2S Ibérica: Efficient Solutions for Road Safety

With over 30 years of experience in the industry, T2S Ibérica is proud to offer advanced and reliable solutions for road safety, such as the road marking thickness gauge. Our commitment to innovation and quality ensures that every product in our catalog is designed to meet the most demanding standards, providing safety and visibility on the road. Trust us to enhance the safety of your projects with high-precision measuring equipment and cutting-edge technology.
For personalized advice on which type of thickness gauges or other measurement devices best suit your project’s needs, contact our team by calling +34 93 848 05 68, writing to [email protected], or completing the contact form on our website. We are here to help you ensure optimal safety!

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