Retro-reflectivity Surveys
For assessing the networks roads for retroreflectivity and wear to ensure
that all markings are maintained to a consistent and satisfactory level
  • Retro-reflectivity Surveys

What is it?

Road markings are a critical element of our pavement network. Because they are located directly within the driver’s cone of vision they are positioned to provide continuous information that helps the driver to correctly position the vehicle on the carriageway.

Background

The way road markings are inspected has changed. All longitudinal road markings have to be inspected annually using a High Speed Monitor (HSM) and junction markings must be assessed by hand held devices to asses their retroreflectivity and wear.

The purpose of these surveys is twofold, one to determine when the delivery of safety is compromised and two, to evaluate the overall condition of a network so that a forward programme of replacement can be established. This will ensure that all markings are maintained to a consistent and satisfactory level and value for money is achieved.

PTS can also carry out an inventory check to ensure that all markings and studs conform to the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions (TSRGD).

All our surveys are carried out to TD 26 and conform to the current British/European Standard BS EN 1436.

The Service

PTS use a Zehntner system, which has undergone and completed correlation trials with TRL for use on the UK trunk road network.

Using Zehntner PTS can offer the following package:

  • Data collection at speeds up to 60mph
  • GPS data is automatically collected to allow the results to be plotted on a map background
  • A forward renewal programme of between 1 to 10 years
High-Speed

High speed monitor

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Hand Held

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Road Signs

Trusted by the Industry

"Pavement Testing Services provided us with surveys working under an exceptionally tight time frame, the team were extremely accommodating and helpful throughout the duration of the contract.
Communication was prompt and most importantly issues raised were dealt with professionally and swiftly. I would have no hesitation in recommending PTS."
Jeanette Shiel
Jeanette ShielSenior Engineering Technician – Bury Council
PTS are an all-round, highly professional company and have worked with Highways England for a number of years. Working openly and collaboratively on all Highways England projects they are continually striving to improve. Their ability to deliver consistently at such a high level should be recognised and I would have no reservations in recommending PTS.
Graeme Watt
Graeme WattAsset Needs Manager Highways England
PTS carried out our SCRIM Survey this year, the data they have provided loaded easily into our UKPMS. The post survey customer service that we received was excellent.
John Peel
John PeelSenior Engineer Tameside Council
PTS have provided the SCRIM, Griptester, Deflectograph and SCANNER on our contract for the past 4 years. During this time both the level of service and condition data we have received from PTS has been of a high quality as well as being provided in a prompt and efficient manner. PTS have always been willing and able to provide additional services when requested.
Steve Wibberley
Steve Wibberley Asset Manager (Network) Amey
We use Pavement Testing Services after being procured through the Greater Manchester asset management group. Communication and quality of work throughout the full process was excellent and any issues raised where resolved in a timely manner. I would have no hesitation in recommending PTS.
Michael Aiken
Michael AikenTechnician/Snr Tech/Asst Engr Rochdale Borough Council
Derbyshire have worked with Pavement Testing Services for four years and in that time they have provided good survey data and responded quickly to queries.

The staff are friendly and helpful and we are very happy with the service.
Julie Price
Julie PriceProject Engineer, Derbyshire County Council
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