What is Road Gantry?

Road Gantry is usually used for road traffic facilities. It is usually composed of steel structure or reinforced concrete structure. It is a large frame that spans the sky above the road and is used to install traffic facilities such as traffic signs, signal lights, and monitoring equipment. It is named because of its shape like a gantry

Structural characteristics of Road Gantry

Main frame: Generally composed of two columns and one or more beams, forming a gate-shaped structure across the road. The material of the main frame is mostly high-strength steel, which has high strength and stability and can withstand various external forces.

Foundation: The column is connected to the ground through the foundation. The foundation is usually cast with reinforced concrete to ensure the stability of the gantry. The depth and size of the foundation will be designed according to factors such as the height, weight and geological conditions of the gantry.

Auxiliary facilities: including brackets and connectors for installing traffic signs, signal lights, monitoring equipment, etc., as well as lighting equipment and lightning protection devices that may be equipped.

Functions of Road Gantry

Traffic management and command: The main function of Road Gantry is to carry traffic signs and signal lights, and transmit various traffic information to drivers, such as speed limits, lane instructions, turn regulations, traffic signals, etc., so as to regulate the traffic behavior of vehicles and pedestrians, maintain traffic order, and ensure traffic safety.

Monitoring and data collection: Provide an installation platform for traffic monitoring equipment, such as electronic police cameras, bayonet cameras, and traffic monitoring equipment. These devices can monitor and collect data on traffic flow, vehicle speed, illegal behavior, etc. on the road in real time, provide decision-making basis for traffic management departments, and help optimize traffic flow and improve traffic congestion.

Information release: Some road gantries are equipped with electronic display screens for publishing real-time traffic information, road condition reports, weather information, safety tips, etc., so that road users can understand road conditions in a timely manner and make travel plans and preparations in advance.