QUAZITE® traffic signal cabinet
bases are constructed of strong polymer concrete and reinforced
with a heavy-weave fiberglass. Unlike concrete bases, polymer
concrete bases are frangible and will break away when subjected
to severe impact. This feature helps reduce the risk of serious
injury or fatalities resulting from these incidents.
QUAZITE® polymer concrete traffic signal
cabinet bases also resist UV rays, chemicals and water absorption.
Concrete bases are susceptible to damage caused by freeze/thaw
cycles. Thermoplastic fiberglass bases can become brittle and
eventually crack when exposed to the weather. The durability
that QUAZITE® provides means lower maintenance and life
cycle costs.
Traffic Signal Cabinet Base
Performance
| Performance
Criteria |
QUAZITE® Precast
Polymer Concrete Pads |
Precast
Concrete Pads |
Poured-in-Place
Concrete Pads |
Thermoplastic/
Fiberglass Pads |
Aluminum
and Steel Bases |
| Stable under loading during high
temperatures (won’t flex or warp) |
X |
X |
X |
|
X |
| Stable under loading during cold
temperatures (won’t crack) |
X |
|
|
|
X |
| Not susceptible to damage caused
by freeze/thaw cycles |
X |
|
|
X |
X |
| Resistant to corrosion caused
by weathering, road chemicals and equipment lubricants |
X |
|
|
X |
|
| Provides long-term durability
(fatigue or creep resistant) |
X |
X |
X |
|
X |
| Frangible base will break away
when cabinet is struck by a vehicle |
X |
|
|
X |
|
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