Building a traffic safety truck that truly meets your needs takes careful planning, precise engineering, and thorough testing. At Western Highways Traffic Safety, we follow a clear six-step process—starting with your goals and ending with a fully certified, ready-to-deploy vehicle. Moreover, we provide training and ongoing support so your team stays safe and compliant on every job.
1. Consult & Define Your Needs
First, we sit down with you to gather all the details. We discuss:
- What types of work zones you handle
- Required crash cushion rating (TL-3 or TL-4)
- Lighting, arrow boards, and sign requirements
- Budget, timeline, and permit rules
By doing this up front, we make sure every feature matches your projects. In addition, we document these needs in a detailed project brief.
2. Choose the Right Chassis
Next, we help you pick a truck that fits your equipment load and use case:
- Medium-Duty (Class 5–7): Ideal for city streets and smaller sites.
- Heavy-Duty (Class 8): Best for highways and heavy gear.
We also work with top manufacturers—like Freightliner and Ford—so you get factory warranties and dealer support.
3. Engineer the Custom Body
Then, our in-house engineers create a custom body design. We use CAD software to map out:
- Attenuator mounting points
- Roof racks for arrow boards and message signs
- Light-mast foundations
- Storage bays for cones and barrier rails
As a result, every bracket, bolt, and wire channel fits perfectly. Plus, we choose corrosion-resistant materials to extend service life.
4. Install Safety Devices & Controls
After that, we install and wire all your key systems:
- Crash Cushion (TMA): A MASH-tested attenuator with quick-change modules.
- Arrow Board & VMS: High-intensity, solar-boosted LED signs.
- Warning Lights & Scene Lights: 360° strobes and floodlights on telescoping masts.
- Telematics & Remote Controls: GPS tracking, geofencing, and handheld device operation.
Furthermore, we run each system through a full functional check to confirm flawless operation.
5. Test, Inspect & Certify
Next, our quality team conducts rigorous checks:
- Functional Tests: We cycle every device through its modes.
- Road Tests: We drive over bumps and curves to ensure mounts stay secure.
- Regulatory Audit: We verify MUTCD, Caltrans, and OSHA checklists, documenting full compliance.
Only after passing every test do we sign off on the build.
6. Train Operators & Provide Documentation
Finally, we offer hands-on training sessions that cover:
- Safe deployment and stowage procedures
- Pre-shift inspections and simple troubleshooting
- Remote-control use and emergency protocols
In addition, you receive a complete Owner’s Manual with wiring diagrams, calibration data, and a maintenance schedule.
Ongoing Support
Moreover, we stand by every truck we build. You get:
- Preventive Maintenance Plans: Quarterly inspections and firmware updates.
- Rapid Response Service: 24/7 hotline for crash-module swaps or on-road repairs.
- Loaner Equipment: To keep your crew moving while we fix any issues.
Contact Us
Ready to get started on your custom safety truck? Contact Western Highways Traffic Safety today:
- Phone: +1 (559) 785-1400
- Email: info@westernhighwaystrafficsafety.com
- Website: westernhighwaystrafficsafety.com
