Reflective Cone Sleeve for 1000mm Traffic Cones

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will this sleeve fit any 1m cone or only Securasite products? A: It fits any standard 1m (1000mm) two-piece traffic cone. Compatible with the Starlite 1m and most other industry-standard 1m cones in the UK market. Not limited to Securasite products.

Q: Why does sleeve condition matter more on a 1m cone than on a 750mm or 450mm cone? A: The 1m cone is mandatory on roads above 50mph, including motorway approaches and high-speed dual carriageways. At 70mph, a driver has approximately 2.5 seconds of reaction time from the point they can first see a cone. A degraded sleeve reduces the visible distance at which the cone registers, shortening that reaction time further. On high-speed road works, sleeve condition is directly linked to driver and operative safety.

Q: Does this sleeve meet Chapter 8 retroreflectivity requirements? A: Yes. The Starlux pocketed prismatic sleeve meets the retroreflectivity requirements of BS EN 13422, which underpins the Chapter 8 cone specification. A 1m cone fitted with this sleeve meets the reflective performance standard required for Chapter 8 traffic management on roads above 50mph.

Q: What is the difference between Starlux prismatic and a standard reflective sleeve? A: Standard retroreflective sleeves use glass bead or flat sheet technology. Starlux uses pocketed prismatic optics which return significantly more light to the driver at night and in wet conditions. At motorway approach speeds on wet roads, the performance difference is at its most significant. The prismatic pocket design also protects the reflective surface from the elements, maintaining performance over a longer service life.

Q: How do I know when a 1m sleeve needs replacing? A: On motorway and high-speed works, do not wait for visible failure. Inspect at every pre-shift check. Replace when the prismatic surface is dull, cracked, or damaged, when the cone no longer reflects clearly at the required approach distance, or when the sleeve has any tear or split. A cone that does not meet the standard should not be deployed on a live carriageway.

Q: Can I order in bulk? A: Yes. Contact the Securasite sales team on 0330 056 4420 or at sales@securasite.co.uk to discuss volume orders, pallet quantities, and delivery lead times from the nearest of the five UK regional depots.

Q: Why buy reflective cone sleeve for 1000mm traffic cones from Securasite? A: Securasite supplies direct from five UK regional depots in Wolverhampton, Wigan, Rochester, Brentwood, and Livingston, meaning stock is close to where you are operating rather than dispatched from a single central warehouse. The sales team is available Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm, and can confirm the correct sleeve size for your specific cone model, current stock levels, and bulk pricing in one call. Securasite holds Constructionline and CHAS Elite accreditations, relevant for contractors procuring through National Highways and local authority frameworks where supplier accreditation is checked.