A white pocketed prismatic replacement sleeve for 1000mm two-piece traffic cones, restoring Chapter 8 and BS EN 13422 retroreflectivity for motorway approaches, dual carriageways, and high-speed road works deployments.
A white pocketed prismatic replacement sleeve for 1000mm two-piece traffic cones, restoring Chapter 8 and BS EN 13422 retroreflectivity for motorway approaches, dual carriageways, and high-speed road works deployments.
| BULK DISCOUNT | 100 | 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £4.45 £5.34 | £3.90 £4.68 |
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Log in to access trade discountsWhite pocketed prismatic replacement sleeve for 1000mm two-piece traffic cones. Restores Chapter 8 and BS EN 13422 retroreflectivity for deployments on motorway approaches, dual carriageways, and high-speed road works at 60mph and above. When a sleeve degrades or fails the Chapter 8 condition check, this sleeve replaces it in seconds. The cone body remains in use.
The 1000mm cone is deployed on the most demanding road environments in the UK, motorway approaches, high-speed dual carriageways, and trunk roads at 60mph and above. At those approach speeds, drivers have less time to react and retroreflective sleeve performance directly determines how early a cone is visible at night and in wet conditions. A worn or faded sleeve on a 1000mm cone in a motorway lane closure is not a maintenance inconvenience, it is a safety failure. Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual sets clear criteria for when a sleeve becomes unacceptable. Replacing it promptly with a prismatic sleeve restores the cone to the required standard and keeps it in active service without a full unit replacement.
Pocketed prismatic construction: Delivers superior retroreflectivity and daylight luminance compared to standard flat reflective sleeves. Critical for high-speed highway deployments where cone visibility at approach speed is a direct safety variable.
Maintains Chapter 8 and BS EN 13422 compliance: Restores retroreflective performance required for 1m cone deployments on 60mph and above roads, motorway approaches, and all UK road types.
Fits any standard 1000mm two-piece cone: Compatible with the CMT RS2RC1000 and any other industry-standard 1000mm two-piece cone body.
No tools required: Slides over the cone body from the apex for rapid fitting and removal during deployment and recovery on live carriageways.
Tear-resistant polymer: Manufactured for long-life outdoor performance on high-speed highway sites. Resists vehicle wash, wind, and routine site handling without splitting or degrading prematurely.
Cost-effective fleet maintenance: Sleeve replacement extends the working life of the cone body and reduces whole-fleet replacement cost on large motorway and trunk road cone inventories.
Trades and roles:
Traffic management contractors on motorway and trunk road schemes
Highways maintenance operatives
National Highways and local authority highway maintenance teams
Plant and equipment hire companies maintaining large cone fleets
Industries:
Motorway and trunk road traffic management
Highways maintenance and infrastructure
Civil engineering on high-speed road schemes
Plant and tool hire
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Reflective Cone Sleeve 1000mm - Prismatic Replacement |
| SKU / Product Code | RSRS1000 |
| Fits Cone Height | 1m (1000mm) two-piece traffic cones |
| Sleeve Colour | White |
| Sleeve Type | Pocketed prismatic retroreflective |
| Reflectivity | Pocketed prismatic, superior daylight luminance and night-time retroreflectivity |
| Material | Tear-resistant polymer, designed for long-life outdoor use |
| Fitting Method | Slides over cone body from apex, no tools required |
| Compliance | Maintains Chapter 8 and BS EN 13422 retroreflectivity requirements for 1m cone deployments |
| Suitable For | Motorway approaches, dual carriageways, high-speed road works, outdoor use |
| Supplied | Sleeve only. Cone not included. |
| Pack Options | Individual, pack of 100, pack of 200 |
| Cone / Application | Status |
|---|---|
| CMT 1000mm Two-Piece Orange (RS2RC1000) | Compatible |
| Any industry-standard 1000mm two-piece cone body | Compatible |
| Motorway approaches and 60mph and above roads | Compatible |
| High-speed dual carriageway works | Compatible |
| 450mm cones | Not compatible |
| 750mm cones | Not compatible |
Traffic management contractors, National Highways supply chain operatives, and highway maintenance teams maintaining 1000mm cone fleets on motorway approaches, high-speed dual carriageways, and trunk roads at 60mph and above. Also suited to plant and hire companies who manage large 1000mm cone inventories and carry out scheduled sleeve replacement at the start of each highway works season.
Replacing a worn or faded sleeve on a 1000mm motorway or trunk road cone to restore retroreflective performance before redeployment on a high-speed carriageway.
Restoring a cone that has failed the Chapter 8 sleeve condition check on a motorway or high-speed dual carriageway scheme.
Holding replacement sleeve stock in the traffic management compound for immediate cone maintenance on live motorway or trunk road schemes.
Scheduled sleeve replacement across a large 1000mm cone fleet ahead of a new highway works season to ensure consistent retroreflective performance at approach speeds of 60mph and above.
Step 1: Confirm the cone is a standard 1000mm two-piece cone. This sleeve is designed for 1000mm two-piece cone bodies only and is not compatible with 750mm or 450mm cones.
Step 2: Slide the sleeve over the apex of the cone body and press down firmly until it seats flat against the cone surface with no lift or gap at the edges.
Step 3: No tools or adhesive are required for standard use. If permanent fixing is needed, a cone sleeve adhesive spray is available separately.
Step 4: Before deployment on a motorway or high-speed highway, confirm the sleeve is fully seated and the complete reflective surface is unobscured from all approach angles.
Fitting to the wrong cone size: This sleeve is for 1000mm cones only. It will not seat correctly on 750mm or 450mm cone bodies.
Redeploying without checking sleeve seating after recovery from a live motorway: Vehicle wash, debris impact, and site handling during recovery operations can displace the sleeve. Check seating before every redeployment on a high-speed road.
Continuing to use a marginal sleeve on a motorway or high-speed deployment: At 60mph and above, the margin for error is lower than on a lower-speed road. A sleeve in marginal condition on a motorway scheme should be replaced at the next maintenance interval without waiting for it to become unacceptable.
Assuming sleeve replacement alone restores full Chapter 8 compliance: Replacing the sleeve restores retroreflective performance. The cone body must also meet the dimensional and structural requirements of BS EN 13422.
A 1000mm cone with a degraded or missing sleeve must not be deployed on a motorway, motorway approach, or any road with a speed limit of 60mph or above. The retroreflective sleeve is a primary safety component on high-speed highway deployments. Inspect all cones before each deployment. Replace sleeves immediately when condition falls below the acceptable standard defined in Chapter 8. On live motorways and high-speed carriageways, operatives fitting or removing sleeves must wear EN ISO 20471 Class 3 high-visibility clothing as a minimum.
Store replacement sleeves flat or rolled in a dry location away from direct UV exposure and extreme heat. Inspect the sleeve surface before fitting for tears, punctures, or manufacturing defects. Clean deployed sleeves with a damp cloth to remove mud, road debris, or asphalt splatter before redeployment. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Replace when retroreflective performance is visibly reduced or the sleeve fails the Chapter 8 condition assessment.
Q: Will this sleeve fit any 1000mm cone?
A: This sleeve fits any industry-standard 1000mm two-piece traffic cone body, including the CMT RS2RC1000. It is not compatible with 750mm or 450mm cones.
Q: Does replacing the sleeve maintain Chapter 8 compliance for motorway use?
A: Replacing a worn sleeve with a prismatic replacement restores the retroreflective performance required for 1m cone deployments on motorways and high-speed roads under Chapter 8. Full compliance also depends on the cone body meeting the dimensional and structural requirements of BS EN 13422. Sleeve replacement on a structurally damaged or non-compliant cone body does not restore highway compliance.
Q: When does a 1000mm motorway cone sleeve need replacing?
A: Chapter 8 guidance defines three conditions. An acceptable sleeve has a clean surface with only minor tears or scratches. A marginal sleeve has some abrasion and discolouration but no large areas of missing material. An unacceptable sleeve has large areas of missing or degraded retroreflective material and must be replaced before the cone is redeployed on any public highway. On high-speed roads, marginal sleeves should be replaced without waiting for full failure.
Q: Is the cone included?
A: No. This product is the sleeve only. For a complete 1000mm cone, see the CMT RS2RC1000 two-piece orange.
Q: What is the difference between this sleeve and the 750mm version?
A: Both are white pocketed prismatic sleeves of identical construction. This sleeve is sized for 1000mm two-piece cone bodies used on motorways and high-speed roads at 60mph and above. The 750mm sleeve fits 750mm cones used on roads up to 50mph. The two sizes are not interchangeable.
Q: What is this sleeve NOT suitable for?
A: This sleeve is not suitable for 750mm or 450mm cone bodies. It must not be used to bring a structurally non-compliant cone body back into highway service. It does not replace the structural and dimensional requirements of BS EN 13422 for the cone body itself.
Q: How quickly can I get replacement sleeves delivered to a motorway works compound?
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 precise delivery to a specific site compound or traffic management depot. For volume orders of 100 or 200 sleeves, contact the sales team on 020 8311 1144.
