A 450mm one-piece orange road traffic cone manufactured from 100% recycled material for construction sites, utility works, car parks, and general site demarcation where a compact, durable, and cost-effective certified cone is required.
A 450mm one-piece orange road traffic cone manufactured from 100% recycled material for construction sites, utility works, car parks, and general site demarcation where a compact, durable, and cost-effective certified cone is required.
| BULK DISCOUNT | 100 | 200 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £7.15 £8.58 | £6.59 £7.91 |
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Log in to access trade discountsOne-piece orange road traffic cone manufactured from 100% Ultra grade recycled material for construction sites, utility street works, car parks, facilities management, and any application where a compact, certified, cost-effective cone is needed in volume. BSI Kitemarked with sleeve conforming to BS EN 13422. The one-piece construction uses engineered flexibility to absorb vehicle impact rather than cracking on contact, extending service life on busy sites and high-turnover operations. Available individually and in bulk packs of 100 and 200, with custom sleeve, colour, and embossing options available on request.
A rigid cone struck by a vehicle or plant on a busy construction site or car park typically cracks or shatters at the point of impact, going straight to waste. On a site deploying hundreds of cones daily, that replacement cost accumulates rapidly. The one-piece body on this cone is engineered to flex on impact rather than resist it — when struck, it deforms and recovers rather than fracturing, absorbing the contact force through the material rather than concentrating it at a stress point. The absence of a separate base eliminates a second failure mode entirely: on two-piece cones, bases are frequently kicked off, damaged independently, or go missing on busy multi-operative sites, leaving a top that cannot stand without its base. The one-piece construction removes that problem entirely.
One-piece flexible construction: Engineered to flex on vehicle impact rather than crack or shatter. Extends service life on high-turnover sites where cones are regularly struck by vehicles, plant, and equipment. No stress concentration at a joint between top and base.
100% Ultra grade recycled material: The entire cone body is manufactured from Ultra grade recycled material and is 100% recyclable at end of life. Directly relevant for contractors operating under ISO 14001, BREEAM, or net zero procurement commitments where recycled content in site consumables is a specified requirement.
BSI Kitemarked: Independently assessed and certified. Meets local authority and framework contract requirements where self-declared BS EN 13422 conformance is not accepted.
No separate base: One-piece construction means there is no base to kick off, damage independently, or misplace on a busy multi-operative site. The cone functions as a complete unit or not at all, there is no partial component failure mode.
Standard white reflective sleeve: Reflective sleeve provides daytime and night-time visibility in standard site conditions. No Waiting sleeve version available for car park and parking management applications.
Cost-effective for volume procurement: Positioned as a cost-effective certified cone for buyers who need large quantities across multiple sites or high-turnover operations without the unit cost of the premium two-piece construction.
Custom options available: Custom sleeves, corporate colours, and base embossing available on request subject to minimum order quantities. Suitable for fleet identification and branded site deployments.
Trades and roles:
Site managers and CDM coordinators
Car park managers and facilities managers
Utilities and street works operatives
Traffic management contractors
Warehouse and distribution operations managers
Events and temporary road closure contractors
Industries:
Construction and civil engineering
Facilities management and car park operations
Utilities: gas, water, telecoms, and electricity
Retail and commercial property management
Events and temporary traffic management
Highways and local authority maintenance
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | 450mm Road Traffic Cone - One-Piece Orange |
| SKU / Product Code | RS1RC450 |
| Height | 450mm |
| Depth | 290mm |
| Construction | One-piece, no separate base |
| Material | 100% Ultra grade recycled material |
| Reflective Sleeve | Standard white reflective sleeve, fitted as standard |
| Sleeve Options | Standard reflective; No Waiting version available; custom sleeves on request |
| Colour | Orange with white reflective sleeve; custom colours on request |
| Weight (approximate) | 2.20kg |
| Certification | BSI Kitemarked |
| Standard | Sleeve conforms to BS EN 13422 |
| Further Compliance | Chapter 8 Traffic Signs Manual; Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions; The Red Book 2013 |
| Recyclability | 100% recyclable |
| Embossing | Available on base; MOQ one full pallet |
| Pack Options | Individual, pack of 100, pack of 200 |
| Application / Accessory | Status |
|---|---|
| Construction site demarcation and zone marking | ✓ Compatible |
| Car park and parking management | ✓ Compatible |
| Utility street works and site demarcation | ✓ Compatible |
| Facilities management and commercial property demarcation | ✓ Compatible |
| Events and temporary traffic management at lower speeds | ✓ Compatible |
| No Waiting sleeve version for car park use | ✓ Available on request |
| Two-piece road cone range (RS2RC series) | ✗ Not interchangeable — different construction |
| Chapter 8 highway works on 60mph and above roads | ✗ Use 750mm or 1000mm cone |
| Substitute for vehicle restraint systems or pedestrian barriers | ✗ Not suitable |
This one-piece orange road traffic cone is used by site managers, facilities managers, car park operators, utility contractors, and traffic management teams who need a compact, certified, cost-effective cone for construction site demarcation, car park management, utility street works, and general site zoning at lower-speed environments. It suits procurement teams buying in volume for high-turnover operations where the flexible one-piece construction reduces replacement frequency compared with rigid alternatives, and where the 100% recycled material content meets ISO 14001, BREEAM, or net zero procurement requirements for recycled content in site consumables.
General construction site demarcation and zone boundary marking where a compact, lightweight cone is sufficient for the speed environment and risk level.
Car park management including space reservation, entry and exit control, reserved bay marking, and temporary parking restrictions using the No Waiting sleeve version.
Utility street works site demarcation at lower-speed environments where a compact cone meets the traffic management plan requirements.
Facilities management applications including building entrance control, loading bay management, temporary hazard marking, and pedestrian route demarcation at commercial and retail properties.
Events and temporary road closures at lower vehicle speeds where a compact certified cone meets the event safety management plan requirements.
Retail and commercial car park management where a cost-effective certified cone is needed in volume across a large estate.
Warehouse and distribution centre internal traffic management where a compact, lightweight cone can be deployed and recovered rapidly by a single operative.
Step 1: Check the reflective sleeve is correctly seated on the cone body before deployment. On a one-piece cone, the sleeve seats on the body directly, confirm it is flat and fully engaged with no lift or displacement at the edges.
Step 2: Place cones at the spacings required by your traffic management plan or site safety plan for the application and speed environment. For Chapter 8 deployments, refer to Table A1.3 for the road type and posted speed limit.
Step 3: For car park management applications, confirm the correct sleeve variant is fitted before deployment. The No Waiting sleeve is available separately, do not deploy a standard sleeve cone where a No Waiting restriction is intended.
Step 4: The compact 450mm height is suitable for lower-speed environments. On roads with a speed limit above 40mph, use the 750mm cone. On roads with a speed limit of 60mph or above, use the 1000mm cone.
Step 5: Stack cones for transport and storage. The one-piece construction stacks cleanly without the need to separate tops and bases. Store away from prolonged direct UV exposure when not in active use.
Step 6: Before redeployment, inspect each cone for cracks, tears, or deformation that would prevent the cone from standing correctly. Replace cones that cannot stand upright or that have visible structural damage.
Using the 450mm cone on roads above 40mph: The compact height is appropriate for lower-speed environments and site demarcation. On higher-speed roads, the 750mm or 1000mm cone is required by Chapter 8. Deploying a 450mm cone where a taller cone is required creates a compliance and safety risk.
Assuming the flexible construction means the cone is indestructible: Engineered flexibility extends service life by reducing cracking on impact, but repeated heavy strikes, sustained compression, or prolonged UV degradation will eventually cause visible damage. Inspect before each redeployment and replace when structural integrity is compromised.
Deploying with a displaced sleeve: On a one-piece cone, the sleeve seats directly on the body. A sleeve that has shifted or lifted during transport reduces retroreflective visibility. Check sleeve seating before each deployment.
Using a standard sleeve cone where a No Waiting restriction is required: The standard reflective sleeve does not communicate a parking restriction. If a No Waiting application requires a specific sleeve marking, confirm the correct sleeve version is fitted before deployment.
Replacing the cone when only the sleeve is damaged: If the cone body is intact but the sleeve has torn or degraded, replace the sleeve only rather than the entire cone. Replacement sleeves are available separately.
The 450mm height is suitable for lower-speed environments including construction sites, car parks, facilities management applications, and street works where the traffic management plan permits this cone height. It must not be used on roads with a speed limit of 50mph or above where a 750mm or 1000mm cone is required under Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual. Do not use road traffic cones as a substitute for certificated vehicle restraint systems or pedestrian barriers where those are specified. Operatives placing or recovering cones on live carriageways must wear EN ISO 20471 high-visibility clothing appropriate to the risk level of the work zone.
Check the reflective sleeve for tears, delamination, or displacement before each deployment. Replace damaged sleeves to maintain retroreflective visibility. Wipe the sleeve with a damp cloth if contaminated with mud or dust. Inspect the cone body for cracks, tears, or permanent deformation, a cone that cannot stand upright should be removed from service. The 100% recycled material construction is fully recyclable at end of life. Store away from prolonged direct UV exposure and extreme heat sources when not in active use.
Q: What is the difference between a one-piece and a two-piece road traffic cone?
A: A two-piece cone has a separate top body and base that connect together, allowing individual component replacement when one part is damaged. A one-piece cone is manufactured as a single unit with no separate base. The one-piece construction eliminates the base loss and independent base damage that occur on busy sites with two-piece cones. It also uses engineered flexibility to absorb vehicle impact without cracking, which extends service life in high-turnover environments. The trade-off is that when a one-piece cone is damaged beyond use, the entire unit is replaced rather than a single component.
Q: What speed limit roads is the 450mm cone suitable for?
A: The 450mm cone is suitable for lower-speed environments including construction sites, car parks, and street works where the traffic management plan permits this cone height. As a general guide, the 450mm height is appropriate for site demarcation and facilities management applications. On public roads, refer to your traffic management plan and Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual for the minimum cone height required for the road type and posted speed limit. On roads with a speed limit of 50mph or above, use the 750mm cone. On roads with a speed limit of 60mph or above, use the 1000mm cone.
Q: Why does the 100% recycled material matter for procurement?
A: For contractors operating under ISO 14001 environmental management systems, BREEAM-rated projects, or net zero procurement commitments, recycled content in site consumables is increasingly a scored criterion. The entire cone body is manufactured from 100% Ultra grade recycled material and is 100% recyclable at end of life, providing a verifiable recycled content claim for procurement documentation, sustainability reports, and environmental management plan submissions. This makes it a practical choice for principal contractors who need to evidence recycled content across their site consumable spend.
Q: What is this cone NOT suitable for?
A: This cone is not suitable for use on roads with a speed limit of 50mph or above where a taller cone is required under Chapter 8. It must not be used as a substitute for certificated vehicle restraint systems or pedestrian barriers where those are specified. The standard sleeve version is not suitable for No Waiting parking restriction applications, the No Waiting sleeve version must be specified for those deployments. This is not a heavy-duty barrier device and must not be used where a physical barrier is required.
Q: Is a No Waiting version available for car park use?
A: Yes. A No Waiting sleeve version is available for car park and parking management applications. Contact the CMT sales team on 020 8311 1144 or at sales@cmt.co.uk to confirm availability and ordering options. Custom sleeves and corporate colours are also available on request, subject to minimum order quantities.
Q: How does the flexible construction reduce replacement costs in practice?
A: A rigid cone struck by a vehicle concentrates the impact force at the point of contact, causing cracking or shattering. On a busy construction site or car park where cones are regularly struck by vehicles, a rigid cone may need replacing after a single significant strike. The flexible one-piece body disperses impact force through the material, allowing the cone to deform and recover rather than fracture. On a fleet of 100 or 200 cones deployed daily on a high-turnover site, the reduction in per-strike replacement frequency produces a measurable reduction in whole-life replacement cost compared with a rigid alternative.
Q: How quickly can I get these cones delivered to site?
A: Order by 7pm for next-day delivery to UK mainland sites. CMT Group operates its own fleet covering over 95% of the UK mainland with live order tracking, real-time ETAs, and What3Words integration for delivery to a specific site entrance, car park, or facility loading bay. For volume orders of 100 or 200 cones, contact the sales team on 020 8311 1144 to confirm availability and delivery scheduling.
