Traffic Products
The Telespar® sign support system is available with two types 
of posts; galvanized steel tubing with perforated holes on all
four sides. The system is primarily designed for signpost
usage, but is adaptable to identification signage. barricades
and numerous other applications.
Telespar Sign Post System
1.5sq 12ga
1.75sq 12ga or 14ga
2.0sq 12ga or 14ga
2.25sq 12ga or 14ga
2.50sq 12ga
Post Length – 8’, 10’ 12’
Anchor / Sleeve Length – 18”, 20”, 24”, 30”, 36”
Other lengths available upon request
The Telespar system consists of square, perforated, welded steel tubing, in various sizes and gauges. Perforations or knockouts on all four sides allow you to mount signs back-to-back and on adjacent sides.
The unique manufacturing method used to produce Telespar tubing permits tubular sections of different sizes to telescope into the next larger size making adjustment, reinforcement and splicing fast and easy. The square shape also provides superior windload capabilities and torsional stability.
Telespar tubing is complemented by a variety of compatible fittings, accessories, nuts and bolts, and simple installation tools, creating an engineered system of integrated parts. Consider Telespar® for use as Type III barricade brackets.
The Telespar Sign Support System offers all these features:
- Easy, safe installation by hand or power
- Convenient sign mounting before installation
- Superior torsional strength
- Versatile, four-sided secure sign mounting at any height
- Fast, economical replacement of damaged sign posts
- Reusable materials, reduced cost
- FHWA-approved yielding capability
The Telespar was the first system to be used effectively in a yielding breakaway concept for small sign support systems. It is in compliance with AASHTO specifications.
Anchoring Options
Installation Guidelines
- Drive a minimum 30” piece of 12 gauge Telespar (anchor) into the soil until only 1-2 inches are left exposed. For a 2-piece anchor, use an 18” piece of tubing for a sleeve, one size larger than the anchor. It is advisable to drive the anchor and sleeve together making sure the holes are aligned.
- Attach the sign to the post at the desired height using drive rivets or bolts.
- Insert the signpost, which is one size smaller than the anchor, approximately 6-8 inches into the anchor base.
- Bolt the signpost to the anchor assembly with a corner bolt.
- When installing in concrete use a pneumatic hammer or concrete drill to break through the surface, the anchor assembly is driven to within 1” of the surface to allow attachment of the signpost. If flush installation is desired clearance should be recessed on two sides to clear the bolt for signpost connection.
- To install in ashphalt, drive the anchor assembly through the blacktop into the subsoil from ground level. Once the anchor is through the blacktop; use the same instructions as for soil installations.
ANCHOR TYPE |
DESCRIPTION |
UNIQUE FEATURE |
|
| Single Breakaway Anchor | Can be used by one man working at ground level using manual or power equipment | Minimum installation time | |
| Two-Piece Breakaway Anchor | Can be created by adding an outer sleeve to the original anchor base. This provides a double wall thickness to create breakaway function. | Yielding breakaway system | |
| Heavy Duty Anchor | For use with larger signposts. The heavy wall eliminates the need for a stiffener sleeve enabling the signpost to break on impact. | Works well in concrete and areas of high impact | |
| Stabilization Anchor Sleeve | Attaches to a single anchor with corner bolt then bolted through the post at top of anchor. Should always be attached to the corner farthest from traffic. | For use with soft or drop-off shoulders in loose or sandy soil | |
| Omni-Directional Anchor | Designed specifically for ease of installation in loose soil conditions enabling the post to perform well when impacted. | Easily retrofitted to correct problem installations | |
| Slip Base Breakaway System | For use with larger signs when the post is too strong to perform a normal breakaway function. Allows the unit to slip away without creating an unacceptable impact condition. | One of the most economical replacements in the industry |
Note: The telespar sign support system can be directly embedded using a drive cap and sledge, with a pneumatic hammer or by means of self-contained power equipment.