Maximizing Roadway Safety with Value-Driven Delineation 

When it comes to roadway safety, clarity and durability are non-negotiable. Municipalities, contractors, and traffic engineers are constantly balancing performance requirements with budget constraints, especially for everyday roadway channelization needs. Pexco’s Tubular Surface Mount (TSM) and Flat Top Surface Mount (FTSM) are able to provide a solution that works for both project and budget. Designed as general-purpose, value channelizers, the TSM and FTSM deliver reliable performance, compliance, and versatility without compromise. 

Built for Real-World Demands

Where safety matters most, the TSM and FTSM delineators are engineered to perform. This includes environments like urban streets and bike lanes to parking facilities and temporary traffic control zones. Both delineators are designed to meet MUTCD standards and pass rigorous testing protocols. This ensures they meet the expectations of today’s infrastructure projects.  

A standout feature of the TSM and FTSM delineators is their ability to withstand repeated impacts. Each post is capable of sustaining a minimum of ten bumper or wheel-over impacts at speeds up to 55 mph without damage to the post or reflective sheeting. This resilience makes them an ideal solution for high-traffic areas where durability directly impacts long-term cost efficiency. 

Two Designs, One Purpose

While both delineators serve the same core function, clearly guiding drivers and enhancing roadway visibility, they offer distinct design advantages. 

TSM (Tubular Surface Mount): Featuring a round post, the TSM provides 360-degree visibility, making it highly effective in environments where drivers approach from multiple angles.  

FTSM (Flat Top Surface Mount): Designed with a flat face, the FTSM delivers 180-degree visibility, ideal for directional applications such as lane delineation or edge marking.  

This flexibility allows engineers and planners to select the right solution for specific applications without sacrificing performance or consistency.  

Engineered for Impact and Recovery

At the heart of both TSM and FTSM delineators is a smart, durable design. Each post incorporates an internal hinge system located near the base, allowing it to flex upon impact and quickly return to its original upright position. This rebound capability reduces maintenance needs and minimizes the risk of permanent damage after vehicle contact. 

Mounted on an 8-inch round, high-impact black base, both kinds of posts can be installed using bolts, epoxy, or butyl adhesive depending on project requirements. This adaptability ensures compatibility across a wide range of surfaces and installation conditions. 

High Visibility, Day and Night

Visibility is a defining factor in delineator performance, and Pexco delivers on all fronts. The posts are constructed from UV-stabilized polymers with solid color throughout, ensuring long-term resistance to fading and environmental wear.  

For nighttime and low-light conditions, retroreflective sheeting is applied in accordance with MUTCD guidelines: 

• TSM posts feature two 3-inch reflective wraps for all-around visibility.  

• FTSM posts include a 3” x 12” reflective panel on the front, with optional rear application.  

Our standard color options, including white, yellow, and orange, support a wide range of traffic control applications while maintaining compliance with industry standards.  

Compliance You Can Trust

Safety products are only as good as the standards they meet, and our delineators are built with compliance in mind. Both TSM and FTSM models are: 

• NCHRP 350 compliant for Category 1 devices  

• MASH-16 compliant, meeting modern crashworthiness requirements  

• NTPEP tested, ensuring validated performance under real-world conditions  

Additionally, these products are manufactured by an ISO 9001-certified facility, reinforcing a commitment to quality and consistency across every unit produced.  

Designed for Efficiency

Beyond performance, we understand the importance of operational efficiency. TSM and FTSM delineators are designed for easy replacement. Designed with a simple pin-based connection between the post and base, this feature allows crews to quickly swap out damaged posts without removing the base, reducing downtime and labor costs. 

Value Without Compromise

Perhaps the most compelling aspect of the TSM and FTSM delineators is their ability to deliver high-performance features at a value-driven price point. These delineators are not stripped-down products. They are fully compliant, impact-resistant, and engineered for longevity. They simply focus on what matters most: safety, reliability, and ease of use. 

These delineators achieve “10 impacts at 55 mph” performance, reinforcing their position as dependable, everyday channelizers that don’t cut corners.  

In Stock and Ready to Ship

In addition to delivering dependable performance and long-term value, the TSM and FTSM delineators are available when you need them most. The TSM and FTSM are stocked and ready to ship from our Asheboro, North Carolina facility. This helps customers reduce lead times and keep projects moving on schedule. 

Whether you’re responding to urgent roadway safety needs, managing phased construction projects, or replenishing inventory for ongoing maintenance programs, having product readily available can make all the difference. With domestic inventory and responsive support, Pexco helps contractors, municipalities, and distributors get the delineation solutions they need quickly and efficiently.

The Bottom Line

In today’s infrastructure landscape where budgets are tight, but expectations remain high, Pexco’s TSM and FTSM delineators offer a smart solution. They combine proven durability, regulatory compliance, and practical design into a product line that delivers real value on every project. 

Whether you’re managing a city street, guiding traffic through a construction zone, or enhancing safety in a parking facility, Pexco’s surface mount delineators provide the performance you need, at a price point that makes sense.