WJ Group has launched a 'step-change' solution in cold-applied line marking called RapidLine - described as 'UV-cured material that delivers instant curing'.
The product aims to reduce the need for traffic management around works while waiting for cold applied materials to cure.
'Minimising the impact of our work on road users and local communities is a key challenge facing the highways sector,' said Wayne Johnston, CEO and founder of WJ Group - a road safety and marking specialist.
'With RapidLine, we’re offering a smarter solution that speeds up delivery and reduces disruption. But it has also been developed to address other competing demands that many local authorities face today – namely, safety, sustainability and return on investment. RapidLine is a step-change solution in this respect.'
WJ said that it has trialled and refined RapidLine over the past year and independent testing – including evaluation on Spain’s AETEC turntable – demonstrated 'high levels of visibility and exceptional durability'.
Tested to P7, or 4 million wheel-overs, the material maintained high levels of retro-reflectivity throughout, achieving R3, RW6 and RR5 at this stage.
Initial application trials have also recorded retro-reflectivity values exceeding 600 millicandela (mcd), supporting enhanced visibility, particularly in low-light and wet conditions.
For motorways and four-lane carriageways, National Highways' dry retroreflectivity requirement is 200mcd.
RapidLine is spray applied as a thin layer for centre and edge lines, as well as for arrows, letters and other symbols, minimising the amount of material needed.
Curing through ultraviolet light also means there are no potentially harmful volatile organic compounds used in this process.
Mr Johnston added: 'RapidLine is the result of extensive research, testing and collaboration. We’ve invested significant time and expertise in bringing RapidLine to market. I’m incredibly proud of our team and excited to see the benefits this innovation will bring to authorities and road users alike.'
