PORTABOOM® is a patented, NZTA Approved, portable boom gate specifically designed for all temporary traffic and access control scenarios, replacing unsafe stop/slow methods.
PORTABOOM® can easily be moved and operated by specially trained traffic control personnel to provide a safe work environment for the general public, private vehicles, workers, plant and machinery.
Remote control operated, PORTABOOM® allows Traffic Controllers to stand in a safe zone, removing them from the direct line of traffic.
When compared with stop/slow methods and temporary traffic signals, PORTABOOM® is superior in its safety offering due to the physical barrier being in place to protect worksite.
Features of PORTABOOM®:
Easy to operate - PORTABOOM® is operated by a single button, remote control
eliminating any confusion and minimising traffic controller error.
• Stable yet portable - Weighing 95kg with four solid wheels and breaks for added safety, its heavy enough for stability to withstand adverse weather and winds speeds of up to 82.8km/h yet light weight enough to easily manoeuvre.
• Easy set up, no tools required - The boom gate and stability legs are attached and detached with ease.
• Fast assembly - It takes only 5 mins to set up.
• Longevity of battery life - The rechargeable batteries provide up to 6,500 movements, up and down.
PORTABOOM® can be used in approximately 80% of situations replacing traditional traffic control methods including: