Regulatory Signs

Higher Minimum Levels of Reflectivity Will be Required.

TAPCO’S concern for safety goes well beyond manufacturing our signs to the highest quality levels possible. We also feel it important to pass along information that will help our customers better understand MUTCD codes and recent changes made to that code. Here is a brief overview of regulations that will affect not only signs themselves but how we maintain and assure that all signs meet the minimum requirements. If you have additional questions please call us: we will be happy to provide additional resources and contacts to help you better understand these complex and important FHWA issues.

Retroreflectivity describes the efficiency of a material to redirect light back of its source. Retroreflective materials are engineered to redirect most of the light back toward the source, which gives signs and pavement markings a brighter appearance at night from the driver's perspective.