Speed Bump Signs 

Do you need speed bump warning signs? 

The Highways (Road Humps) Regulations 1996 state you must provide the appropriate warning signs as per the Traffic Signs Regulations on roads where there are speed bumps to ensure safety of road users is maintained. We provide a range of CE-marked and compliant speed bump signs which confirm to European standards and meet the requirements of BS EN 12899-1:2007 Class RA1. The speed bump signs can be wall or post mounted depending on your requirements. They are provided in high colour contracts to ensure visibility. 

Wheel Stops & Parking Blocks 

What is a car stop?

Car stops/wheel stops are used to reduce vehicle damage within areas such as car parks, driveways and industrial units. The parking blocks guide the driver into the space and alert them when they are near to a wall/fence. The wheelstops are secured into place using fixings, we provide fixings which are suitable for tarmac and concrete. They are provided in a variety of colours to increase visability and to prevent them being seen as a trip hazard. 

How wide is a parking block?

We have a variety of parking blocks available varying in sizes from 550mm - 20000mm. 

Trench Covers & Road Plates

What are trench covers and road plates? 

Trench covers and road plates are used to cover holes in the pavement or road to increase safety. They are often used when building works are occuring. They provide a safe route for pedestrians and vehicles to pass over. Our trench covers and road plates are provided in yellow to ensure high visability. 

Kerb Ramps

What height kerb ramp do I need? 

We recommend measuring your kerb to identify the required height as kerb heights can vary. We have a variety of kerb ramps available from 70mm upwards, they are provided in plastic and rubber with capacities up to 15,000kg. 

How do I secure a kerb ramp to the ground? 

We provided fixings for concrete and tarmac with our kerb ramps to allow you to secure these in place. 

Can I drop my own kerb legally? 

You will need to secure planning permission to legally drop your own kerb and therefore our kerb ramps are a great solution if you wish to overcome a kerb as they are portable, temporary solutions which can be simply put in place when required. The cost of a kerb ramp is also much cheaper than the cost to drop a kerb. 

Traffic Cones 

How much is a traffic cone?

Our traffic cones start at £5.95 + VAT 

What rules affect traffic cones?

Chapter 8 Traffic Management outlines the types of cones, colours and height of cone required to be used in various situations. There are also rules in relation to the distance apart of the cones and the pattern they should be placed in. The regulations were created by the Department for Transport. 

What do the colour of cones mean? 

Orange cones are the most commonly used cones within the UK and are commonly used to block off areas of the road, highlight roadworks and hazards. Green cones represent the opening to access lanes. Blue cones make drivers, especially lorries, aware of overhead structures, such as cables or bridges. Yellow cones hightlight no stopping zones. 

What are traffic cones used for?

Traffic cones have various uses. The main purpose is to act a temporary struture to either warn drivers of risk or instruct them of an alternative route they should be taken.  

Are traffic cones heavy?

Traffic cones vary in weight depending on there height, from 6kg - 7.5kg. 

Why are traffic cones different heights?

The height of the cone required depends on the speed traffic travel at on the road, for example, in 60mph roads the cone must be 750mm high or more. 

Barriers 

What is a Chapter 8 barriers?

Chapter 8 Barriers refer to pedestrian barriers which are compliant with Chatper 8 Traffic Management, as set out by the Department for Transport. 

What is the purpose of a barrier?

A blow moulded safety barrier prevents pedestrians walking into dangerous areas and thefore in turn reduces risk.

Our cut off times for same-day dispatch* is from Monday-Friday 3:00pm. If your order is placed after this time it will be dispatched the next working day.

Our delivery charges are calculated for you at the checkout; however, you can also see them in the handy listed below:

• Under 25kg - €15
• 25.1kg – 100kg - €65
• Over 100kg - €125

All delivery charges are excluding VAT

Delivery timeframe and Incoterms

Generally, we offer 4-10 business day delivery delivery for 'in-stock' items throughout Ireland. Please note delivery timelines cannot be guaranteed as we rely on third-party couriers. We ship all orders on a DAP (Delivered At Place) basis. This means your order will be delivered to your address, but any applicable customs duties, import taxes or clearance fees are the responsibility of the recipient. These fees will need to be paid to the courier before or on receipt of the goods. Where payment is required prior to delivery, the sooner any customs/VAT charges are paid to the courier/customs the quicker you will receive your goods. Please look out for emails or calls from the courier regarding these fees otherwise your goods may be returned to us.

DAP Incoterms Explanation

For more information on INCO terms please see: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Incoterms 

If you are ordering on behalf of a company, please provide your VAT IE and EORI number to us as soon as possible to prevent delays in dispatching your order, the couriers require us to provide this prior to the dispatch of goods. If items are being sent on a pallet, we will also require you to complete a POA prior to dispatch. 

Returns Information

We offer our customers a 60 day returns policy, should you need to return any item this must be sent back to our UK warehouse: The Ramp People, Unit 5 Quantum Business Park, Beacon Hill Road, Church Crookham, Fleet GU52 8EA. Our returns details can be viewed here. 

Additional Information

*Please note, if your ordering on behalf of a company dispatch may be delayed if we do not receive a valid VAT IE & EORI number prior to 3:00pm. For orders sent on a pallet dispatch may occuring the following day as additional paperwork is required such as the signed POA. 

We are a UK Limited Company that dispatches orders from our UK warehouse and from production facilities in Europe. We used to be VAT registered in Ireland and have a presence in Ireland but have had to centralise operations in the UK.

We are a UK Limited Company that dispatches orders from our UK warehouse and from production facilities in Europe. We used to be VAT registered in Ireland and have a presence in Ireland but have had to centralise operations in the UK.

Delivery cut-off times & Costs

Our cut off times for same-day dispatch* is 2 pm Monday-Friday (Excluding Bank Holidays)

• Under 30kg - 10€
• 30.1kg – 100kg - 50€
• Over 100kg - 115€

Delivery charges are calculated for you based on the weight of your order at the checkout

We offer 4-10 business day delivery delivery for 'in-stock' items throughout Ireland. Please note delivery timelines may vary as we use third-party couriers to deliver our products. All products are shipped under DAP Incoterms. This means we do not charge VAT but Irish import VAT of 23% (on all products) and Import duty and any customs charges (on some products ) and customs charges will be due. These fees will need to be paid to the courier before or after you receive the goods. Where payment is required prior to delivery, the sooner any customs/VAT charges are paid to the courier/customs the quicker you will receive your goods. Please look out for emails or calls from the courier regarding these fees otherwise your goods may be returned to us.

For more information on INCO terms please see: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Incoterms 

Product information

Please do check the availability of the item on our website, for pre-orders, non-stock items or built-to-order items we cannot give an exact delivery time - with all deliveries we will keep you updated wherever possible and get these items to you as quickly as possible. 

Returns information

We want you to receive your goods on a timely basis and in pristine condition. Please help us accomplish this by checking the delivery address carefully as noted on the invoice and notifying us immediately if there is an error. Upon delivery, please do not sign for the goods unless you are happy with the condition of the product.

Order information

If you are ordering on behalf of a company, please provide your VAT IE and EORI number to us as soon as possible to prevent delays in dispatching your order, the couriers require us to provide this prior to the dispatch of goods. If items are being sent on a pallet, we will also require you to complete a POA prior to dispatch. 

If you have purchased a loading ramp, prior to use please make sure to check the maximum load height as stated on the invoice, read the safety instructions on the side of the ramp closely, and follow the instructions supplied with the product.  Failure to comply with product instructions will invalidate your warranty and could cause an accident, injury or death so please take this seriously.

Our shipping terms for all customers are INCO Terms DAP unless explicitly specified.

Additional information

*Please note, if your ordering on behalf of a company dispatch may be delayed if we do not receive a valid VAT IE & EORI number prior to 2pm. For orders sent on a pallet dispatch may occuring the following day as additional paperwork is required such as the signed POA. 

Our cut off times for same-day dispatch* is from Monday-Friday 2pm. If your order is placed after this time it will be dispatched the next working day.

Please note: On Friday, 5th December, our cut-off for same-day dispatch (standard and next-day services) will be 1:00 pm. Please also be aware that our phone lines will close from 2:00 pm onwards. Thank you for your understanding.

Products are shipped from our UK Warehouse to Ireland on DDP Incoterms. The price displayed is the total price, with the shipping fee calculated at the checkout. There is no additional import, duty or customs charges.

What is DDP Incoterms?

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) is an international shipping term where the seller (The Ramp People) takes full responsibility for delivering the goods to the buyer's location, including all shipping costs, import duties, and taxes. This means the buyer receives the goods fully cleared through customs without any additional charges upon delivery.

Our delivery charges are calculated for you at the checkout; however, you can also see them in the handy listed below:

• Under 25kg - €15
• 25.1kg – 100kg - €65
• Over 100kg - €125

All delivery charges are including VAT

General delivery information: 

We offer 4-10 business day delivery delivery for 'in-stock' items throughout Ireland. Please do check the availability of the item on our website, for pre-orders, non-stock items or built-to-order items we cannot give an exact delivery time - with all deliveries we will keep you updated wherever possible and get these items to you as quickly as possible.

We want you to receive your goods on a timely basis and in pristine condition. Please help us accomplish this by checking the delivery address carefully as noted on the invoice and notifying us immediately if there is an error. Upon delivery, please do not sign for the goods unless you are happy with the condition of the product.

If you are ordering on behalf of a company, please provide your VAT IE and EORI number to us as soon as possible to prevent delays in dispatching your order, the couriers require us to provide this prior to the dispatch of goods. If items are being sent on a pallet, we will also require you to complete a POA prior to dispatch. 

Returns Information

We offer our customers a 60 day returns policy, should you need to return any item this must be sent back to our UK warehouse: The Ramp People, Unit 5 Quantum Business Park, Beacon Hill Road, Church Crookham, Fleet GU52 8EA. Our returns details can be viewed here. 

Additional Information

We've made things easier for you...Irish VAT of 23% is now charged by us and paid at the point of purchase. No import or duty fees will be payable prior to delivery making it easier to purchase from The Ramp People and giving you clarity on exactly what your product(s) will cost at the point of purchase.

*Please note, if your ordering on behalf of a company dispatch may be delayed if we do not receive a valid VAT IE & EORI number prior to 2pm. For orders sent on a pallet dispatch may occuring the following day as additional paperwork is required such as the signed POA. 

We are a UK Limited Company that dispatches orders from our UK warehouse and from production facilities in Europe. We used to be VAT registered in Ireland and have a presence in Ireland but have had to centralise operations in the UK.

We understand that in some instances, customers will need to return an item due to a change in circumstances, incorrect sizing or simply changing their mind. Here at The Ramp People we offer a 60 day money back guarantee on all purchases; however, there will be circumstances where a return is not possible. So as to remain transparent with our customers, we have detailed our returns policy below to answer any queries you may have about the process.

Here are the most common circumstances for returns and how we can help;

Change of mind, wrong size or unsuitable item

Sometimes an item is not what you imagined, it doesn’t fit or you just don’t need it any more. In these circumstances, we are happy to offer an exchange or a full refund, no quibble of course, if the item is returned in its original condition, including original packaging, and within 60 days from date of receipt. Please note, items which are advertised as 'built to order', or customised items are non-returnable and non-refundable.

Please take care when returning an order to us as all customers are in charge of the item’s return and covering the cost. We recommend you use a tracked, insured returns method so as to ensure a secure transit.

For an exchanged item, please make a note on the returns form that you wish to exchange the product or call us on +353 1 695 0520. We can deliver new items within our standard delivery policy. Unwanted items should be sent back to our address marked 'Returns Department'.

Item incorrect or damaged on arrival

Upon delivery, please do not sign for the goods unless you are happy with the condition of the product.

We pride ourselves on our excellent customer care and service delivery, however, if an unfortunate incident occurs where you believe you have been sent the wrong item please call us immediately on #353 1 695 0520.

For damaged items, please supply proof of damage with a photo and email it across to our customer support team at [email protected]. For any incorrect deliveries, we will always check the part numbers on your order due to using different names for marketing and warehouse storage – we can then arrange for the correct item to be delivered whilst the unwanted item is collected and brought back to us.

A refund or replacement can only be processed once we have received all unwanted items and confirmed any damage.

Faulty items

In the unlikely event of an item becoming faulty, please view our guarantee policies in our terms and conditions.

If your item is within our warranty, we will be able to collect it to either repair or replace, however this can only be done once we have confirmed the fault. If you urgently need the item returned, we advise placing a new order and await the refund for the faulty item.

Items that cannot be cancelled or returned

Under Consumer Contract Regulations, customers have the right to cancel any order for any item bought through The Ramp People on this website including a full refund. Unfortunately, these regulations do not apply to the following circumstances;

• Items that are collected from our premises.
• Items with a product description stating: "Built to order or customised."
• Products that are personalised or made to a customer specification.
• Sealed goods that come with health protection or hygiene regulations that have been un-sealed after delivery.
• Returning any products that present a hygiene risk after being used by the recipient.

What happens next?

Should you need to return any item this must be sent back to our UK warehouse: The Ramp People, Unit 5 Quantum Business Park, Beacon Hill Road, Church Crookham, Fleet GU52 8EA. Our returns details can be viewed here. 

We want you to receive your goods on a timely basis and in pristine condition. Please help us accomplish this by checking the delivery address carefully as noted on the invoice and notifying us immediately if there is an error. Upon delivery, please do not sign for the goods unless you are happy with the condition of the product.

Customers are responsible for any returned goods until they reach our warehouse as stated in this returns policy. None of these terms or conditions affect your statutory legal rights.

Once the item is returned back to our warehouse, please allow 1-2 working days for the items to be checked. Once the items have been checked and the condition is as agreed, a credit note will be emailed across to you. Please note, once the credit note has been provided refunds take up to 7 days.

The Ramp People work in line with Consumer Contract Regulations to ensure your consumer rights are looked after.