A white pocketed prismatic replacement sleeve for 450mm two-piece traffic cones, delivering superior daylight luminance and night-time retroreflectivity compared to standard flat reflective sleeves.
A white pocketed prismatic replacement sleeve for 450mm two-piece traffic cones, delivering superior daylight luminance and night-time retroreflectivity compared to standard flat reflective sleeves.
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Log in to access trade discountsWhite pocketed prismatic replacement sleeve for 450mm two-piece traffic cones. When a sleeve degrades, fades, or is damaged in service, this sleeve replaces it in seconds. The cone body remains in use. No full unit replacement required.
Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual sets out clear guidance on when a cone sleeve becomes unacceptable for use on a public highway. A sleeve with large areas of missing or stained retroreflective material, punctures, or significant asphalt splatter fails the Chapter 8 condition test and takes the cone out of legal use. Replacing the sleeve promptly restores the cone to the required retroreflective standard and keeps it in active service. On a fleet of 50 or 100 cones deployed across construction sites, car parks, and utility works, sleeve replacement rather than whole-cone replacement produces a direct reduction in operating cost and material waste.
Pocketed prismatic construction: Delivers superior retroreflectivity and daylight luminance compared to standard flat reflective sleeves. Cones remain clearly visible at approach speed in wet conditions and after dark.
Maintains BS EN 13422 compliance: A worn or missing sleeve can take a cone out of compliance with the retroreflectivity requirements of BS EN 13422. Replacing sleeves promptly keeps the cone fleet to the required standard.
Fits any standard 450mm two-piece cone: Compatible with any industry-standard 450mm two-piece cone body. Confirm compatibility with one-piece cones before ordering.
No tools required: Slides over the cone body from the apex for rapid fitting and removal during deployment and recovery.
Tear-resistant polymer: Manufactured for long-life outdoor performance. Resists site handling, vehicle wash, and wind 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.
Trades and roles:
Site managers and safety officers
Car park managers and facilities managers
Traffic management contractors
Utilities and street works operatives
Plant and equipment hire companies maintaining cone fleets
Industries:
Construction and civil engineering
Facilities management and car park operations
Highways and traffic management
Utilities: gas, water, electricity, and telecoms
Plant and tool hire
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Reflective Cone Sleeve 450mm - Prismatic Replacement |
| SKU / Product Code | RSRS450 |
| Fits Cone Height | 450mm 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 cone retroreflectivity to BS EN 13422 requirements |
| Indoor / Outdoor | Both |
| Supplied | Sleeve only. Cone not included. |
| Pack Options | Individual, pack of 100, pack of 200 |
| Cone / Application | Status |
|---|---|
| Any industry-standard 450mm two-piece cone body | Compatible |
| Construction site demarcation, car parks, facilities management | Compatible |
| Indoor and outdoor use | Compatible |
| 450mm one-piece cones (RS1RC450) | Confirm before ordering |
| 750mm cones | Not compatible |
| 1000mm cones | Not compatible |
Site managers, car park operators, traffic management contractors, and facilities managers who need to replace worn, degraded, or damaged sleeves on existing 450mm cone fleets. Equally suited to operations that hold replacement sleeve stock on site for immediate cone maintenance without waiting on a full cone delivery.
Replacing a worn or faded sleeve on a 450mm cone to restore retroreflective performance before redeployment on a construction site or car park.
Holding replacement sleeve stock as part of a planned cone fleet maintenance programme across a large managed estate or multi-site operation.
Restoring a cone that has failed the Chapter 8 sleeve condition check to an acceptable retroreflective standard for continued use.
Converting a cone with a damaged sleeve back to active service without purchasing a replacement unit.
Step 1: Confirm the cone is a standard 450mm two-piece cone. This sleeve is designed for 450mm two-piece cone bodies. Compatibility with one-piece cones should be confirmed before ordering.
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, confirm the sleeve is seated correctly and the full reflective surface is visible and unobscured.
Fitting to the wrong cone size: This sleeve is for 450mm cones only. It will not seat correctly on 750mm or 1000mm cone bodies.
Redeploying without checking sleeve condition: A sleeve that has shifted, torn, or lost retroreflective coverage during storage or transport must be inspected and reseated before the cone goes back into service.
Continuing to use a marginal sleeve: Chapter 8 guidance identifies three sleeve conditions: acceptable, marginal, and unacceptable. A marginal sleeve with significant abrasion or discolouration should be replaced at the next maintenance interval rather than continuing in service until it fails completely.
A cone with a degraded or missing sleeve does not meet the retroreflectivity requirements of BS EN 13422 and should not be used on a public highway under Chapter 8. Inspect all cones before each deployment and replace sleeves promptly when condition falls below the acceptable standard defined in Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual.
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, dust, or road debris. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents on the reflective surface.
Q: Will this sleeve fit any 450mm cone?
A: This sleeve fits any industry-standard 450mm two-piece traffic cone body. Compatibility with one-piece 450mm cones should be confirmed before ordering. It is not compatible with 750mm or 1000mm cones.
Q: Does replacing the sleeve maintain Chapter 8 compliance?
A: Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual requires that cone sleeves meet a minimum retroreflective condition standard. Replacing a worn or degraded sleeve with a prismatic replacement restores the retroreflective performance of the cone. Compliance of the overall cone depends on the cone body also meeting the dimensional and structural requirements of BS EN 13422.
Q: When does a cone sleeve need replacing?
A: Chapter 8 guidance defines three sleeve conditions. An acceptable sleeve has a clean surface with only minor tears or scratches. A marginal sleeve has some abrasion, discolouration, and tears but no large areas of missing material. An unacceptable sleeve has large areas of missing or stained retroreflective material and must be replaced before the cone can be redeployed on a public highway.
Q: Is the cone included?
A: No. This product is the sleeve only. For a complete 450mm cone, see the CMT RS1RC450.
Q: What is this sleeve NOT suitable for?
A: This sleeve is not suitable for 750mm or 1000mm cone bodies. It must not be used to bring a structurally damaged or non-compliant cone body back into service. Replacing the sleeve restores retroreflective performance but does not address damage to the cone body itself.
Q: How quickly can I get replacement sleeves delivered?
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 and What3Words integration for precise site delivery. For volume orders of 100 or 200 sleeves, contact the sales team on 020 8311 1144.
