Road Studs South Africa
ROAD STUD FUNCTIONS AND STANDARDS
Road studs enhance driver awareness, guide traffic and improve road safety across South African roads. This quick guide explains color meanings, material types and where each stud should be used, based on SADC-RTSM standards.
ROAD STUDS COLOUR MEANINGS (South Africa)
According to SADC-RTSM and local standards:
| White – Lane markings | Between lanes on single carriageways or same-direction lanes |
|---|---|
| Red – Left edge of road | Marks the left-hand shoulder or edge of the road |
| Amber (Yellow) – Right edge of road | Used on the right-hand edge of dual carriageways or one-way roads |
| Green – Entry/exit points | Indicates slip roads, lay-bys, or emergency access points |
| Blue – Emergency services | Marks locations used by emergency vehicles (e.g. fire hydrants) |
These color codes follow the SADC-RTSM (Southern African Development Community – Road Traffic Signs Manual), which governs road safety standards across South Africa and neighboring countries. Compliance with these guidelines ensures proper lane guidance, hazard marking, and visibility for all road users. View the official SADC-RTSM Volume 1.
ROAD STUD TYPES AND APPLICATIONS
Road Stud materials serve different visibility and durability needs
Plastic Road Studs
Lightweight, cost effective and easy to install. Ideal for temporary markings or moderate-traffic areas. Our top pick ,the Stimsonite c80 Road Stud, a premium plastic road stud with enhanced lens reflectivity
Cast Aluminium Road Stud
High-strength, corrosion-resistant. Suitable for high-speed roads, intersections and heavy traffic areas.
LED Aluminium Solar Reflective Road Stud
Reflective Lens. Optimized for strength and durability. Withstands high impact and extreme weather.
Solar Powered Road Stud
Embedded LED’s powered by solar panels. Provide active illumination at night or in fog.
📌 Where to Use Which Stud?
| Urban intersections | Cast aluminium or plastic with high reflectivity |
|---|---|
| Highways & freeways | Shanked aluminium or solar studs |
| Temporary roadworks | Plastic studs (non-shanked) |
| Parking areas | Plastic or low-profile aluminium |
| Hazardous curves | Solar-powered or high-visibility reflective studs |
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