Solar Gates UK – INSTABOOM Go demonstrates significant benefits for Milestone Infrastructure

Milestone Infrastructure has introduced the INSTABOOM Go, a solar-powered, remote-controlled Stop/Go traffic management system, following a successful trial.

Traditionally, Milestone operatives managed Stop/Go signs manually, facing risks from proximity to live traffic and potential miscommunication incidents. A recent HiPo incident, where a sign was struck, underscored the need for safer options.

With the INSTABOOM Go, a single operative can control signs from a safe distance, mitigating risks and adhering to safety guidance in the Traffic Signs Manual.

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The system, trialled over three weeks with Milestone’s Drayton depot teams, proved its worth by maintaining traffic compliance and enhancing safety. Weighing just 24kg, the unit is easy to set up, operates for two weeks without sunlight, and has an IP67 weather rating, ensuring reliability across conditions.

Reflecting on the trial’s success, Milestone Infrastructure praised the INSTABOOM Go’s impact on safety and operational efficiency, leading to its adoption across multiple depots.

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A representative for Milestone said:

“It is quick to setup with the case being similar in size to a small suitcase weighing just 24kg, once paired the system can be setup in under a minute. It is powered by a rechargeable 12V 24Ah lead acid battery. The remote controller utilises 3x AAA batteries which should last a year of use.

“The signal range has been tested up to 800m and 250m in an urban area. This can be extended further if the master unit is used without a sign as a booster and placed in between the other units. This should be plenty of range as remote Stop/Go should only be operated within line of sight and 200m as stated in Chapter 8 Part 2 of the Traffic Signs Manual. It can operate in all weather conditions with an IP67 rating. For extra stability it is recommended to have the handle extended. In especially windy conditions sandbags can be placed on the handle and even the case.

“INSTABOOM Go was trialled for 3 weeks with patching gangs from Drayton depot. For the first half of the trial, Milestone Infrastructure tested using 2-way Stop/Go then for the second half we tested using 3-way Stop/Go.

“Once this initial setup is completed (at depot) it is quick and easy taking 1 minute to turn on. As the units use such little power when not in use instead of turning them off between sites, they can be left on to save time.”

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