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Product catalog summary

Introduction
Variable Message Signs (VMS) and Vehicle Activated Speed Signs (VAS) are increasingly used on UK highways for their energy efficiency, ease of use, and safety benefits. Messagemaker Displays enhances these signs with added convenience, particularly for temporary traffic management scenarios such as roadworks, construction sites, speed reduction initiatives, and event messaging.

Mini Unit Base Specifications

Constructed from riveted galvanized steel with a lockable folding handle and battery compartment.
Compact dimensions: 1890 x 1150 x 560mm (h x w x d).
UKCA/CE Certified (EN12966).
Battery powered with user-friendly web-based fleet control software.
Features email/SMS alerts for power failures, extreme temperatures, or communication errors.
Energy-efficient, saving at least 20% power compared to traditional VMS.
Solar panel auto shut-down to prevent battery overcharging.
Viewing distance of at least 100 meters with full-color VMS and excellent contrast ratio.
Auto-dim facility for day and night use.
Optional vehicle detection radar and 4G modem with GPS tracking.

Mini Unit with VMS

Integrated vehicle detection radar available with SID, SAM, or SLR models.
User-adjustable trigger speed and display duration.
Battery powered with vehicle speed data capture option.
Supplied with one rechargeable 12v 22Ah battery.

Technical Specifications

VMS-16-40x48-RGB: Full color, 16mm pitch, 40x48 pixel resolution.
Interface options: RS232/RS485/Ethernet/4G.
Power options: 230V AC or 12V DC with optional solar panel.
Housing: Black aluminum, 780 x 905 x 180 mm.

Mini Unit with VAS

Models: SID, SLR, SAM with 300mm digit/roundel size.
Trigger speeds: 5 - 65 MPH, display on time: 0 - 7.5 seconds.
Weight without batteries: 8Kg, rechargeable batteries: 12V - 22Ahr.
Typical operating duration: 45,000 triggers per battery.
LED colors: Amber, White, Red, Green.
Mechanical protection: IP65.

Optional Extras

Data capture feature for VAS models, providing reports on vehicle counts and speed analysis.

Conclusion
Messagemaker Displays offers a comprehensive solution for temporary traffic management with their Mini Unit base, providing energy-efficient, user-friendly, and versatile VMS and VAS options.

Catalog excerpts

TRAFFIC SIGNAGE Variable Message Signs (VMS) and Vehicle Activated Speed Signs (VAS) are becoming increasingly popular on UK highways due to their energy-efficiency, ease of use and overall impact on safety across the UK. Messagemaker Displays has added another benefit to these popular signs; convenience. VMS and VAS Signs on the Mini Unit portable base are the ideal solution for temporary traffic management; whether for managing traffic around temporary roadworks, outside a construction site, speed reduction initiatives, or communicating messages for an event. Mini Unit base Specifications; ► Riveted Galvanised Steel ► Lockable folding handle ► Lockable battery compartment Mini Unit base is available with; ► Variable Message Sign ► Vehicle Activated Speed Signs (3 models)

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SAVE POWER, REDUCE SPEEDING By integrating a vehicle detection radar the VMS can; ► Save power by only activating by passing motorists ► Have the option to be used as a Vehicle Activated Speed Sign For full technical information see page 4 MINI UNIT WITH VMS For full technical information see page 3 ► Easily deployed and relocated with lockable folding handle and pneumatic tyres temperatures or communication error ► Solar Panel Auto shut-down function to prevent over-charging of batteries ► Viewing distance of at least 100 meters ► Excellent Contrast Ratio for clear messaging even in extreme...

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MINI UNIT WITH VMS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION VMS operated on UK highways must be used in accordance with TSRGD guidelines

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MINI UNIT WITH VAS Speed Indicator Device Speed Limit Reminder Smiley Activated Sign Important Note: Messagemaker Displays and Stocksigns Ltd recommend the SAM sign is not used on the public highway; it is designed for use on private roads. OPTIONAL EXTRA: DATA CAPTURE Each model of VAS is available with Data Capture. This feature provides reports on passing traffic and includes vehicle counts and speed analysis with dates and times. Messagemaker Displays Ltd, 43 Ormside Way, Redhill, Surrey RHI 2LG Part of Stocksigns Ltd.

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