Thermoplastic Walking Man Symbol

Enhanced Pedestrian Safety Through Durable Road Marking Technology

A thermoplastic walking man symbol is a long lasting road marking used to highlight pedestrian crossing points, walkways, car parks, school zones, zebra crossings, puffin crossings, toucan crossings and other pedestrian hotspots.

Made from durable thermoplastic material, this preformed thermoplastic man symbol from our wider range of thermoplastic symbols is heated onto the road where it bonds to the tarmac and creates a clear high visibility message for drivers, pedestrians and vehicles. The result is a professional grade safety marking that increases awareness, supports traffic management and helps designate safe walking routes.

Thermoplastic walking man symbols are designed to withstand heavy foot traffic and harsh weather conditions, so they are durable and long lasting. Compared to painted markings and painted lines preformed thermoplastic lasts up to 8 times longer so it’s a cost effective solution for safer crossings and pedestrian routes.

Why You’ll Love It

• Long Lasting – Heavy traffic and harsh weather conditions, the thermoplastic walking man symbol is designed to withstand roads, crossings and car parks.

• Highly Visible – Bright white thermoplastic with reflective properties for day, night and poor weather conditions.

• Fast Installation – Thermoplastic walking man symbols can be installed and trafficked within minutes of application, minimal downtime.

• Cost Saving – A long lasting thermoplastic material means you don’t have to repaint markings as often, saving time, labour and replacement costs.

• Professional Finish – Preformed walking man symbol keeps its shape, clean edges, the area looks tidy, compliant and easy to understand.

Pedestrian areas thermoplastic formulations often include special aggregates to create a non-slip surface, reducing pedestrian slip risk while maintaining a high quality finish.

What Makes It Different

• Most painted pedestrian markings fade, wear and lose clarity quickly under traffic and harsh weather. Paint can get dull, thin or patchy especially where vehicles turn, brake or pass over the same lines every day.

  Thermoplastic Walking Man Symbol is different:

  • Thermoplastic Material – Thermoplastic “walking man” symbols are made using preformed panels or hot-melt machines that bond to the tarmac when heated.

  • Pre-formed Precision – The walking man symbol shape is pre-formed so every install has a consistent and professional look.

  • Weather Resistance – The thermoplastic surface is designed for UV exposure, rain, frost, heavy use and changing weather conditions.

  Reflective glass beads are embedded in the molten thermoplastic during installation to increase night time visibility for motorists. The glass beads in thermoplastic material provide excellent retro-reflectivity for night time and poor weather conditions.

How It Works

• Step 1 - Surface Preparation
  Clean and prepare the road surface before you start. Surface preparation is key to thermoplastic symbols sticking. The area should be dry, clean and free from loose material, oil, dust and debris.

• Step 2 - Heat
  Place the preformed thermoplastic walking man symbol in the right position, then heat with a standard propane torch or hot-melt equipment. The heat will soften the thermoplastic backing so it can bond to the road.

• Step 3 - Instant Bond
  Once heated correctly the thermoplastic will bond to the road. The symbol can be trafficked within minutes of application so ideal for fast road marking where downtime needs to be controlled.

Product Details

• Material / Format: High grade preformed thermoplastic with reflective properties

• Symbol Type: Walking man pedestrian road marking symbol

• Sizes: 600mm and 1200mm high

• Colour: Standard white for maximum contrast; other colours available on request

• Surface: Tarmac, asphalt, road surfaces, pedestrian crossings, walkways and car parks

• Application: Apply with propane torch

• Finish: Durable, visible, long lasting and trafficked areas in minutes

• Compliance: UK road marking standards and professional use only

• Safety Features: Reflective beads and anti-slip aggregate surface optional

• Material Note: Lead and chromate free thermoplastic available for modern road marking projects

Please check size and colour requirements before ordering to ensure product is suitable for your site.

Who It’s For

Ideal for:

• Highway maintenance contractors laying pedestrian crossing markings

• Local councils managing road safety infrastructure

• Car park operators managing pedestrian routes and wider car park markings

• Construction companies working on temporary or permanent traffic management projects

• Schools, retail parks, hospitals, business parks and public sites making pedestrian movement safer

The symbol helps to keep people safe by warning motorists of pedestrian hotspots and pedestrian routes. It’s also useful near different types of crossing: Puffin crossings are pedestrian crossings with signals that can detect the movement of pedestrians and give a variable crossing time based on actual need. Toucan crossings are for both pedestrians and cyclists using shared cycle lane systems., with signals that work like Puffin crossings but allow cyclists to cross. Zebra crossings require road users to come to a stop at the broken ‘give way’ line when pedestrians are using the crossing and road users must give way to pedestrians waiting to cross.

Looking for a durable, quick, easy way to increase visibility and guide pedestrians? This thermoplastic walking man symbol is the answer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to install?
Installation is fast. Once the surface is prepared, the symbol is placed, heated, bonded and can be trafficked in minutes.

How long will it last?
Preformed thermoplastic lasts longer than painted lines, up to 8 times longer depending on traffic, surface, installation and weather conditions.

Can it be applied in all weather conditions?
Best results are achieved on a clean dry road surface. Don’t install in rain, standing water or when the surface is too cold or contaminated as this can affect adhesion.

Ready to Upgrade Your Pedestrian Safety?

Stop relying on faded paint and unclear markings. Choose a professional thermoplastic walking man symbol for stronger visibility, better durability, and a clear safety message for drivers and pedestrians.

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