EcoPoste®

Safe & sustainable support technology for road signs, representing a significant advancement in road infrastructure.

It is the world's first passive post that combines exceptional safety features with an unwavering commitment to sustainability. By utilising innovative materials and a groundbreaking design, EcoPoste® absorbs and dissipates impact energy, minimising the risk of serious injury to drivers and passengers in the event of a collision. This unique design not only meets but exceeds stringent international safety standards.

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EcoPoste® saves lives

EcoPoste® represents a revolutionary advancement in road safety due to its dual function as both a safe and sustainable support technology for road signs. In the event of a collision, EcoPoste® acts as a vital safety device, designed to save lives while simultaneously safeguarding the environment. The Company has conducted comprehensive collision tests in Europe with 14 official tests and more than 50 pre-tests to ensure that EcoPoste® not only meets but exceeds international safety standards. With its innovative and proven design, the EcoPoste® ensures structural integrity in an impact scenario.

EcoPoste® Test Results

  • 14 official tests. 50+ pre-tests
  • Low impact severity
  • Prevents vehicle destablisation
  • Certified with real crash tests on double and singular post fixings
  • Tested for use at heights 2.1m and above from the ground
  • Approved for installation on single, double or multiple posts
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Sustainable future

EcoPoste® is the first company in the world to develop a sustainable passive safety device. EcoPoste® is made from 100% recycled plastic material. Its production process guarantees the full use of its raw materials, from the acquisition of recycled materials to manufacturing. Using reused water in its manufacturing process, it evaporates at all stages and no residue is dumped into rainwater. All use of the resource is controlled in accordance with the strictest principles of sustainability.

For each 1000 posts produced, the Company estimates 400 trees are saved. Furthermore, the Company has plans for a new factory that will further decrease carbon emissions incurred from transportation of the products The Company recycles approximately 15 tonnes of plastic per day, and through production annually, recycles the equivalent of 3 billion plastic straws in weight.

  • Ecoposte®has the ABNT green seal which is a symbol of quality and sustainability in products  and services.

  • It has the Bureau Veritas carbon footprint seal. This seal is internationally recognised, ensuring an eco-efficient product against greenhouse gas emissions.

  • EcoPoste® achieved EN12899 certification in 2019, with the issuance of CE 1608 CPR P206 mark.

  • EcoPoste® is recognised worldwide by more than 60 entities.

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How EcoPoste® is made...

How its made

Features & Benefits

Longevity

EcoPoste® traffic posts are engineered for exceptional longevity, with a projected lifespan of over 50 years. That’s significantly longer than traditional materials like wood (typically 5–15 years) or metal (10–30 years), making EcoPoste® a standout choice for long-term infrastructure.

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Longevity

Product Range

DiameterTypeColourClassification

60mm

60mm

Grey

100 – NE – C – X – SE – M - 0

76mm

76mm

Grey

100 – NE – C – X – SE – M - 0

50 x 50mm

50 x 50mm

Grey

100 – NE – C – X – SE – M - 0

80 x 80mm

80 x 80mm

Grey

100 – NE – C – X – SE – M - 0

100 x 100mm

100 x 100mm

Grey

100 – LE – C – X – SE – M - 0

120 x 120mm

120 x 120mm

Grey

100 – LE – C – X – SE – M - 0

200 x 200mm

200 x 200mm

Grey

100 – HE – C – X – SE – M - 0

 

Illuminated Lighting Columns

Illuminated lighting columns are available in 100 x 100 mm and 120 x 120 mm square. Lighting columns have been successfully crash tested in Europe.

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Installation

  • EcoPoste® 60mm & 76mm diameter posts can be used as a two or three post installation spaced 300mm apart (agreed on Buchanan updates end of June 2025)
  • An 80 x 80mm post can be installed as a single post with 300mm spacings also By offering 300mm centres
  • The 76mm diameter post can replace both the 89 x 5mm and the 89 x 6mm post. In some cases it can replace a 114mm galvanised post also.
  • Equal in weight to a 76mm diameter galvanised post, but with all the additional characteristics that are required for Ecoposte to perform effectively.
  • Installation can be used with NAL socket or Buchanan calculation footings:

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Installation as per standard posts. Concrete NAL sockets are available in each size if required.

Antirotation

For the non-twist square posts we supply specially designed clips with rubber inserts to prevent any slipping on the substrate.

Single post fixing

Ecoposte 80 x 80mm, 100 x 100mm and 120 x 120mm tested in Buchanan software for single post installation.

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Certificates

Cover image for Green Seal 432 001 22 Certificado 07 04 28 Renovação en GBGreen Seal 432 001 22 Certificado 07 04 28 Renovação en GB
Cover image for CE Do P sign UK EN 1608 CPR P206 2025CE Do P sign UK EN 1608 CPR P206 2025
Cover image for ECOPOST CRASH TEST DOCUMENTS 2025ECOPOST CRASH TEST DOCUMENTS 2025
Cover image for Ecoposte psuk certificate 2025Ecoposte psuk certificate 2025
Cover image for BV Carbon Footprint Complete Ecoposte 14067 v03 15 08 ENBV Carbon Footprint Complete Ecoposte 14067 v03 15 08 EN

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An extensive UK network of Service Centres, backed up by a central distribution facility.

  • Experienced multi-product specialists

  • In-house state of the art processing facilities

  • Large fleet of bespoke delivery vehicles

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