Pexco’s “Super” Pavement Markers

As winter fades and temperatures rise, spring marks the beginning of construction and roadway improvement season. Crews mobilize, schedules accelerate, and agencies prioritize safety and efficiency across work zones. 

For contractors and DOTs, it’s the ideal time to evaluate solutions that can improve both performance and visibility from day one. 

Luckily, Pexco Traffic has two “super” solutions: the Super TOM (Temporary Overlay Markers) and the Super TRPM (Temporary Raised Pavement Markers). 

Why Spring Is Critical for Pavement Marking Decisions

Spring projects often set the tone for the entire construction season. With higher traffic volumes and variable weather conditions, temporary pavement markings must deliver consistent performance immediately. 

Clear lane delineation is especially important in early-season work zones, where drivers are adjusting to new patterns and conditions. 

High-Visibility Markers Designed for Work Zones 

Pexco Traffic’s Super TOMs and Super TRPMs are designed to provide reliable, high-visibility guidance in these environments. 

Featuring a larger 6-inch wide profile from the standard TOM and TRPM, these markers align with the industry shift toward wider pavement markings, which have been shown to improve driver guidance and reduce crashes.  

They are especially beneficial in challenging conditions such as rain or low light, where enhanced visibility can provide an added level of confidence for drivers navigating through the hazardous conditions.

Built for Fast Installation and Reliable Performance 

Spring work requires speed and efficiency without compromising durability. Super TOMs and Super TRPMs support both: 

• Simple “Stick and Stomp” installation enables quick deployment  

• Factory-applied butyl adhesive provides strong bonding while allowing clean removal  

• Flexible polyurethane construction withstands repeated vehicle impacts at highway speeds without losing adhesion or performance 

These features help crews stay on schedule while maintaining consistent performance in active work zones. 

A “Super” Upgrade in Visibility 

Visibility is a key concern during spring projects, especially with increased rainfall and variable lighting. 

Super TOMs and Super TRPMs deliver measurable improvements: 

• 50% greater daytime visibility  

• 500% higher nighttime reflectivity  

• Improved advance detection of curves and lane changes  

Their ASTM Type V microprismatic reflective surfaces maximize brightness and clarity, ensuring drivers can see lane guidance sooner and react faster even in low-light or wet conditions. 

Supporting Both Current and Future Road Users

Roadway infrastructure must now support a mix of traditional drivers and emerging vehicle technologies. 

Six-inch pavement markings, matched by Super TOMs and Super TRPMs, have been shown to improve detection by machine vision systems while also benefiting human drivers.  

This makes them a practical solution for agencies preparing for increased adoption of automated vehicles. In other words, choosing “super” today means building smarter roads for tomorrow. 

The Right Marker for Every Application

Pexco offers solutions tailored to common applications: 

• Super TOMs for asphalt paving and overlay projects  

• Super TRPMs for chip seal and resurfacing operations, including protective covers for durability during application  

Both are available in standard colors, white and yellow, with additional options such as red reflectors for wrong-way applications. 

Spring Forward with Confidence

Spring is the time to establish safe, efficient work zones that will carry projects throughout the rest of the year. By choosing high-visibility, durable pavement markers like Super TOMs and Super TRPMs, agencies and contractors can improve safety outcomes while keeping projects on track from the start. 

This spring, don’t just start your projects, start them “super”.