When councils take on a multi-site traffic calming project, ordering speed humps, rumble bars, and wheel stops in bulk is often the most cost-effective route. But here’s the catch, it only works if the order is structured properly.
Too often, we see councils place fragmented orders, underestimate installation needs, or forget about fixings entirely. These oversights increase costs and cause project delays that could have been avoided.
How is it best to structure a council-grade bulk order to save on freight, fixings, and labour, while avoiding the common mistakes that slow projects down.
When councils think of “bulk ordering,” they usually focus on the product discount. And yes, ordering higher volumes generally results in a better price per unit. But the biggest savings often come from the logistics.
Think about:
Get those three areas right, and a bulk order can deliver substantial savings.
Freight is one of those costs that creeps up quickly, especially when product is shipped in small or inconsistent quantities. Poor planning leads to excess delivery charges, unnecessary wait times, and double handling.
At Speed Humps Australia, most products, including our 2.7M rubber speed humps, are shipped on pallets. When you order in full pallet quantities, you make the most of each shipment. Partial pallets waste space, but you still pay for the footprint.
Better approach: Plan orders around full pallet multiples so your freight is efficient from day one.
For orders involving multiple install locations, sending deliveries to each site might sound practical, but it usually ends up costing more. Instead, arrange delivery to a council depot or contractor’s yard.
This centralised approach keeps freight costs lower and gives your teams better control over distribution and install timing.
Many councils will order speed humps for some areas and rumble bars or wheel stops for others, but often in separate shipments. This increases costs with no added benefit.
Combining all products into a single delivery helps minimise freight fees and reduces admin and coordination time.
Missing fixings is one of the most common causes of project delays. It’s easy to focus on the main product and assume the rest will sort itself out, but it never does.
Each product has a specific fixing type suited to the install surface. We’ll always recommend what’s best, whether you’re working with concrete, bitumen, or both.
We supply:
Ordering everything at once means your crew won’t be stuck waiting for bolts or worse, buying the wrong ones locally and risking product failure.
Even the best product can’t save you from a poorly planned install. Labour is a major cost, and inefficient site setups, delays, and travel between jobsites all add up fast.
If your rollout includes multiple locations, group nearby ones together. Installing 3 to 5 sites per day, starting with those closest to each other, helps crews stay efficient and reduces wasted hours on the road.
Client: Regional Council in New South Wales
Scope: 11 locations across two townships
Order:
Results:
Council feedback:
“We originally planned to break this into several deliveries. Consolidating into one order simplified the entire process and saved us more than we expected.”
Placing Multiple Small Orders
It might seem flexible, but it usually leads to higher freight costs, delays in scheduling, and more admin to manage.
Ordering Product Without Fixings
This causes costly project delays, especially if teams need to chase suitable fixings or make substitutions.
When you place a bulk order with us, you don’t just get product. You get a system that’s built for councils.
We provide:
Whether it’s a one-suburb rollout or a region-wide traffic calming strategy, we make it easier and more cost-effective.
Ordering in bulk isn’t about just getting a better deal per unit. The real savings come from reducing freight, avoiding delays, and making sure your install teams can complete the job without running into roadblocks.
If you’re planning multiple installs in the next 3 to 6 months, speak with us early. We’ll help you structure the order for maximum efficiency and minimum cost.
Contact Speed Humps Australia
1300 138 568
speedhumpsaustralia.com.au
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.
