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Parish Council Testimonials

Did you know that 99% of all speeding cars in villages are driven by residents and local people? Culprits include commuters running late, parents dropping off children, residents driving familiar roads to work, and more. Often people may not even notice that they are speeding. However, vehicle speed has been a major safety concern to [...]

20 Mph Speed Limit Reduction Zones

Why 20mph Speed Limit Zones are being Implemented From 17 September 2023, Wales is introduced a default 20mph speed limit on restricted roads. They are the first UK country to implement legislation to have a default 20mph speed limit on roads used by cars, pedestrians, and cyclists. In the event that a vehicle travelling at [...]

A Guide to Vehicle Activated Warning Signs (VAWS)

What are Vehicle Activated Warning Signs? Vehicle Activated Warning Signs are a TSRGD compliant method for traffic calming and preventing collisions. They are designed for permanent use on public roads. These devices consist of a large TSRGD compliant symbol featured in the centre, four amber wig-wag beacons in each corner and are usually accompanied by [...]

Feel Good Friday – Surrey Docks Farm

Messagemaker Displays has implemented a new Quarterly Volunteering Programme for 2023, and to kick off, a small team from different departments had a mucky Friday out-of-office helping out at Surrey Docks Farm. We feel very strongly about corporate social responsibility and know the value and importance of giving back to the community. Who are Surrey Docks Farm? [...]

Reducing Speed and Improving Safety in Hammerwich A Messagemaker VAS Solution

Return to Case Studies page Reducing Speed and Improving Safety with VAS in Hammerwich A Messagemaker Speed Sign Solution Melissa Barker Interviews Dave King On the 8th of December, Melissa Barker, Marketing Assistant, visited Hammerwich to meet Councillor Dave King who had purchased a few speed signs from Messagemaker Displays over the years for the [...]

Case Study: Tidal Flow Lane – VVB Engineering

Return to Case Studies page An Introduction to VVB Engineering and the Cardiff Lane Control Sign Project VVB Engineering offers Mechanical, Electrical, and Telecom engineering expertise and services for UK infrastructure projects. They design, install, commission, and maintain various projects, including supporting multiple Highways programmes – to help keep the UK moving. The team at Messagemaker [...]

Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG)

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is becoming an integral part of business strategy across the world. Sustainability is a key focus for both businesses and individuals alike – we only have one planet after all. Here at Messagemaker Displays, we are dedicated to keeping our planet alive whilst creating a sustainable supply chain for our [...]

A Guide To Variable Message Signs (VMS)

In the UK, Variable Message Signs (VMS) are a key method of communicating information to motorists about road conditions or specific events for their own safety. Here, we look at how VMS units work, the different options available and the benefits from using these systems. What are Variable Message Signs? VMS products are an integral [...]

A Guide To Solar Powered LED Signs

In a world increasingly focused on sustainability and energy efficiency, finding innovative ways to illuminate signs is a bright idea.