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Wanco Rental Equipment

Roadwork and lane closures demand clear, visible guidance that protects crews, drivers, and pedestrians. Rent Wanco traffic safety equipment from Cat RentalsSM to add visibility fast, control costs, and keep projects moving. You get maintained fleets, simple terms, and help from a local team that understands work zone needs.

Founded in 1984 in Arvada, Colorado, Wanco designs and builds portable traffic safety equipment used across public and private projects. The line includes arrow boards, variable message signs, light towers, and speed trailers trusted by construction, public safety, energy, mining, and security teams. Wanco has earned a reputation for innovation, dependable performance, and service.

Wanco Traffic Safety Equipment Rentals

Inventory varies by branch. Your local Cat® dealer can match display size, run time, and mounting to your site plan.

  • Arrow boards: Direct traffic during lane shifts and tapers. High-visibility displays are designed to be seen from long distances, and advanced power systems support long work windows.
  • Variable message boards: Post lane closures, detours, speed advisories, and event notices. Place boards where motorists need notice and update messages as conditions change.
  • Light towers: Improve nighttime visibility at approaches, tapers, and staging areas so crews and drivers can see hazards sooner.
  • Speed trailers: Show real-time speeds to calm traffic near workers, schools, or special events.

Use Wanco boards and towers for highway and surface-street work zones, utility and telecom jobs, emergency response, and event traffic. The units set up quickly, help keep operations compliant, and improve communication when conditions change.

Why Rent from Cat Rentals?

You get more than a sign or tower. We help you plan placement, deliver on time, and support you through the job. 

  • Dealer-maintained fleets and pre-rental inspections
  • Flexible daily, weekly, and monthly terms
  • Delivery to site or convenient store pickup
  • On-site service to cut downtime
  • Support from 1,900+ locations around the world.

Renting lets you respond fast and manage total cost. Add equipment for a traffic shift, replace a unit that is down, or test a setup before you buy. You avoid long-term storage and off-season maintenance while matching equipment to each project. 

Get Pricing and Local Help

Tell us your lane configuration, speed limits, visibility needs, and schedule. We will size the right Wanco boards and towers and coordinate delivery. Start now:

FAQs

Q: How do I choose between an arrow board and a variable message board? 
A: Use arrow boards for directional guidance in tapers and lane closures. Choose a message board when you need custom text for detours, speed advisories, or event information. 

Q: Can you help with placement and setup? 
A: Yes. We can help you plan sign locations, deliver to the site, and provide basic setup and service during the rental term. 

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