At the heart of every successful infrastructure product lies a continuous loop of feedback and improvement. For us, councils are not just clients—they are partners in innovation. Working closely with local government engineers, project managers, and asset officers has provided invaluable insights into how our products perform in the real world. Their feedback has directly influenced our product design, installation methods, and long-term durability solutions.
This is how real-world input from councils across Australia helped us refine our product development—resulting in practical features like bolt-down modular rumble bars. Through this partnership, we have made sure that our solutions not only satisfy industry norms but also surpass the expectations of daily users and maintainers.
Councils are at the forefront of public infrastructure. They manage streetscapes, carparks, pedestrian zones, and shared paths—spaces that require robust, safe, and reliable fixtures. When councils use our products, they bring a wealth of hands-on experience, field-testing data, and maintenance considerations to the table.
Unlike theoretical testing environments, councils deal with unpredictable weather, high foot traffic, shifting soil conditions, vandalism, and long-term wear and tear. Their observations offer something that lab tests can’t: real-world stress testing. This feedback loop has become one of our most valuable resources for refining and evolving our product range.
One of the most impactful pieces of feedback we received early on was regarding the installation of traditional fixed safety barriers. Several councils reported that once installed, fixed rumble or pavement bars were difficult to repair or replace without damaging the surrounding concrete or paving.
The problem was particularly evident in high-traffic urban areas where access and downtime needed to be minimal. Asset managers highlighted the need for a more adaptable, modular approach—especially for maintenance, upgrades, or damage caused by vehicles.
The solution? Bolt-down modular rumble bars.
These modular units can be installed without deep excavation, using high-strength anchors that secure them to existing surfaces. If a section is damaged, it can be replaced individually without disturbing the entire setup. Councils appreciated how this design minimised disruption, saved costs on repairs and aligned with their asset management strategies.
Today, bolt-down modular bars are among our most requested solutions, especially in retrofit projects and inner-city upgrades.
One often overlooked advantage of working closely with councils is their deep understanding of evolving compliance requirements. Whether it’s updates to the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA), new Austroads standards, or changes to the Building Code of Australia (BCA), council engineers are at the forefront of navigating these requirements in public spaces.
Maintenance is a constant challenge for councils. With limited budgets and growing infrastructure responsibilities, local governments need products that are durable, low-maintenance, and easy to repair.
After receiving feedback on the challenges of maintaining traditional concrete wheel stops (prone to cracking and hard to replace), we introduced a range of composite and recycled plastic wheel stops. These are:
One council reported a 40% reduction in maintenance callouts after switching to our modular composite units. Feedback like this helps guide our materials selection and shapes our long-term manufacturing strategy.
Feedback from councils has not only shaped our products but also strengthened our relationships and built trust. We don’t see ourselves as just a supplier. We’re a long-term partner helping councils deliver safe, functional, and visually appealing infrastructure for their communities.
From pre-tender design consultations to post-install inspections, we stay connected through the entire product lifecycle. Councils know they can call us not just when placing orders but when they need advice, troubleshooting, or future-proofing.
This ongoing dialogue keeps us accountable and continuously improving.
As infrastructure challenges evolve—such as climate resilience, population growth, and sustainability—so too must our products. Council feedback will continue to play a central role in how we innovate and adapt.
None of this would be possible without the ongoing insights we receive from councils who aren’t afraid to share what’s working—and what’s not.
When you walk through a city street or suburban park and see a handrail, bollard, or ramp in use, chances are it has been shaped by someone who’s walked that same space and asked, “How can we make this better?”
That’s the power of listening.
At every step of our product journey—from concept to delivery—we’re proud to say that council feedback doesn’t just inform what we do. It defines it.
If you’re part of a council or government body and have suggestions, field insights, or product improvement ideas, we’re always ready to listen.
Let’s continue building better public spaces together.
For 10 years, our focus has been on one thing: to provide one style of product and to do it well.
Our wheel stops, speed humps and rumble bars meet Australian Standards, don’t fade, and we’ve never needed to replace one.
For 10 years, our focus has been on one thing: to provide one style of product and to do it well.
Our wheel stops, speed humps and rumble bars meet Australian Standards, don’t fade, and we’ve never needed to replace one.
