Dragon's Teeth FAQ's
OWF Surface mounted Dragon’s Teeth (a metre wide) will help create a one way traffic flow. As a product they present a very strong deterrent to drivers that want to travel in the wrong direction! Suitable for all types of traffic, the product has the profile of a 50mm high speed ramp. Traffic will drive over the Dragon’s Teeth safely and slowly in the correct direction, helping police a one way traffic system.
Virtually silent operation, the Dragon’s Teeth are powered by a high tensile heavy duty steel spring. The non-penetrative teeth are lowered by the vehicle’s wheels as they drive over them, then rise back fully to the 100mm original height.
Designed for extra safety, the profile of Dragon’s Teeth is the same as a speed ramp. Bright yellow makes the product highly visible so that drivers can clearly see the system.
Reflective warning signs should be used for all installations to give drivers a clear message. It is important that the one way system is clearly signed with reflective MOT traffic signs that work in all weather conditions and at night time.
Splayed ends for extra safety. We manufacture middle sections of Dragon’s Teeth and for extra safety, right and left handed end sections. Fast installation, Dragons Teeth can be securely bolted to asphalt, concrete or block road surfaces. Installation is a simple through-fix, there is no need for marking out.
Bright yellow for maximum visual impact and a warning to drivers that a one way system is in force. Each spike (non-penetrative) is powered by an industrial type spring, tested for 3 million operations.
Questions and Answers
Can I bolt these down straight on to my road?
Yes, the product is designed to bolt down to concrete, asphalt or blocks. We supply different anchor bolts to work with your road surface, installation is simple, no marking out and the Dragon’s Teeth can be fitted in minutes.
Will traffic slow down as they drive over Dragon’s Teeth?
Yes, with the Teeth down the Dragon’s Teeth are 50mm high and take the shape of a speed ramp. As the vehicle drives off, the flaps return to their maximum height of 100mm high.
Can HGVs and other heavy traffic drive over?
Yes. Dragon’s Teeth are manufactured in heavy duty steel checker plate.
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