SHIMPAC® Systems | The solution that WILL protect Local Authority budgets

When it comes to ironwork seating solutions for the UK’s roads and highways, there are a number of factors to consider in order to find the right solution. Local authorities & water authorities in the UK need to balance the need for functionality and durability with the ever-increasing pressure to stay within budget constraints.
This is where SHIMPAC® Systems come in – with their ironwork seating solutions that are not only cost-effective but also built to last.
The SHIMPAC® approach is designed to be both user-friendly and budget-friendly, making it the perfect choice for local authorities who need to keep costs down. Unlike more complex and expensive seating systems, SHIMPAC®’s simple installation process reduces the need for extensive training and subsequent maintenance. This means that once installed, the seating solution requires minimal to no ongoing attention, freeing up valuable local authority resources for other areas of focus.
In addition to being budget friendly, SHIMPAC®’s ironwork seating solutions are built to last. This is particularly important given that the average lifespan of a road surface in the UK is around seven years. With SHIMPAC®, local & water authorities can be assured that their investment will stand the test of time, lasting well beyond the average road surface life cycle.
Local authorities are feeling the funding pinch. New Local Government Association (LGA) analysis revealed that the Government spent 31 times more per mile maintaining motorways and A roads last year than they did on funding councils to repair crumbling local roads[1].
The importance of budget-conscious decisions has only increased in recent years, and local authorities are under more pressure than ever to ensure that their investments are cost-effective and deliver long-lasting benefits. With SHIMPAC®’s solutions, local authorities can have peace of mind knowing that their investment will deliver value for money, require minimal ongoing maintenance and last well beyond the average road surface life cycle.
SHIMPAC® Technical Lead Barry Andrews commented:
“SHIMPAC® Systems’ ironwork seating solutions provide a cost-effective, durable and user-friendly option for local authorities looking to invest in ironwork seating solutions. With the ever-increasing pressure to stay within budget constraints, SHIMPAC®’s approach ticks all the boxes, providing a low installation cost, reduced maintenance requirements, and a solution that will last for many years to come.
“It’s bold to say, but we know that we can save both local & water authorities money and protect their budgets both short and long term – leaving more money in the coffers for other pressing local issues.”