Introduction:
Rubber Wheel Stops are a commonplace in parking buildings, car parks and businesses or residential or housing facility.  In this article we’ll cover the product standards and specifications including AS/NZS2890.1—2004 Parking facilities. Wheel stops are designed to limit the travel of vehicles when maneuvering into a parking space and are available as rubber, concrete. It’s a requirement, that wheel stops used in New Zealand are between 90 and 100 mm in height, and 1650 ±50 mm in width.

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In what situations are Wheel Stops used?

• Vehicles that excessively overhang a footpath is a hazard for pedestrians. (walking into a tow ball is not nice!). By installing a wheel stop, you can limit the distance a vehicle overhangs the kerb.
• Car park spaces that are back to back (i.e. centre rows) where car park spaces are painted, wheel stops provide a physical control to stop a vehicle encroaching from one car park space into the opposing parking space.
• Often car park spaces run along the edge of a building, asset, wall or existing infrastructure. By installing a wheel stops, those existing are protected from serious or nuisance vehicle impacts.

Wheel stops should be avoided in any situation where they may be in the path of pedestrians or wheelchairs.

What surfaces are wheel stops installed on?

Car park surfaces are either concrete or asphalt. There are different fixings to suit both types of surfaces. For concrete, Dynabolts / Sleeve Anchors and washers are used. For asphalt, rebar spikes and washers used. Rubber wheel stops do allow conformity to the contour of virtually any road surface, but for best results, it is recommended the surface is level.

How to position the wheel stop?

Section of the 2.4.5.4 Wheel Stops outlines the position of the wheel stop. The distance differs, depending on the height of the, depending on if the vehicle is front in first, or rear parking is required.

Why do they have yellow reflective?

Anything installed low on the ground has a potential to be a tripping hazard. The yellow reflective is a safety measure to provide contrast with their surroundings.