A Wheel Stopper, also known as a wheel stop, is a device used in parking lots, garages, and other vehicle parking areas to prevent a vehicle from exceeding the confines of a parking space or hitting a wall, other vehicles, or other obstacles. It is usually made of durable materials such as rubber, plastic, or concrete, making it durable enough to withstand the weight of a vehicle and frequent use.
The main function of the Wheel Stopper is to restrict vehicle movement within a parking space, thereby ensuring that vehicles are parked neatly and in an orderly manner and to avoid accidental collisions. It is usually installed at the edge of the parking space, parallel to the ground, to provide obstruction. When a vehicle is parked next to a Wheel Stopper, its wheels come into contact with the Wheel Stopper, limiting further movement of the vehicle.
Wheel Stoppers are typically designed with ease of installation and movement in mind. Most Wheel Stoppers come with pre-drilled holes for easy attachment to the ground with bolts or ground nails. Additionally, some Wheel Stoppers are designed to be removable, making it easy to rearrange the parking layout as needed.
In addition to providing marking of parking space boundaries and restricting vehicle movement, Wheel Stoppers also help protect parking facilities and the vehicles themselves. They reduce the likelihood of a vehicle hitting a building or other vehicles, thereby reducing the risk of an accident. Additionally, Wheel Stopper protects floor coatings or paving from damage or wear while vehicles are parked.