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How Utilities Contractors Can Stay Compliant and On Brand

By Jake Oakey on October 14, 2025

In the utilities sector, presentation and compliance go hand-in-hand.Whether you’re managing gas works, power maintenance, fibre rollouts, or road excavations, your sites are public-facing — and how they look reflects directly on your business. That’s why more utilities contractors are now using branded Chapter 8 barriers to protect their sites, maintain compliance, and promote their […]

Why UK Contractors Are Switching to OAKEYS for Branded Barriers

By Jake Oakey on October 14, 2025

Across the UK, more contractors, civils firms, and highways teams are switching to OAKEYS Safety for their branded barrier supply.Why? Because OAKEYS is changing what the industry expects — offering Chapter 8 compliant, logo-branded barriers from just 50 units, with fast delivery and no inflated costs. 1. No More 120+ Minimum Orders Most UK suppliers […]

How Branded Barriers Improve Site Professionalism and Brand Visibility

By Jake Oakey on October 14, 2025

On every construction, civils, or highway project, presentation matters.Your safety barriers don’t just keep people out — they show who’s in charge. That’s why more UK contractors are choosing branded Chapter 8 barriers, turning everyday site safety equipment into a professional asset that promotes trust, accountability, and visibility. 1. First Impressions Count on Every Site […]

5 Ways to Stay Chapter 8 Compliant on Temporary Works Sites

By Jake Oakey on October 14, 2025

When managing temporary works — from highways to civils and utilities — Chapter 8 compliance is essential.It’s not just about keeping pedestrians safe; it’s about protecting your team, your reputation, and your contracts. Yet, many contractors still rely on unbranded, generic barriers because most suppliers set high minimum orders for custom branding — often 120 […]

Why Buying Fewer, Branded Barriers Can Save You Money in 2025

By Jake Oakey on October 14, 2025

In construction, civils, and highways work, the assumption has always been simple:more barriers = better value. But with rising material costs and tighter budgets, smart site managers are realising that buying fewer, branded barriers can actually save money — especially when most suppliers force you to order a minimum of 120 units for branding. The […]

How Small Contractors Can Get Branded Chapter 8 Barriers Without Bulk Buying

By Jake Oakey on October 14, 2025

For years, branded Chapter 8 barriers were seen as something only large contractors or local authorities could afford.Most suppliers demanded minimum orders of 120 units or more, making it nearly impossible for smaller civils, construction, and utilities firms to get their logo on site. But that’s changing. Smaller Orders. Same Professional Look. At OAKEYS Safety, […]

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