Roadworks & Traffic Management
Support traffic control on road schemes, urban street works, detours, and speed advisories across Melbourne with boards built for roadside readability and fast updates.
VMS board hire · Melbourne
Compliant VMS boards.
AS 4852.2-2009 compliant Type C boards for roadworks, detours, and traffic management across Melbourne. Solar-powered, remotely programmable, and ready for urgent delivery.
Fleet ready to hire
Product overview
What is a VMS board?
A VMS board (Variable Message Sign) is a solar-powered, trailer-mounted LED display for roadworks, traffic management, and public safety messaging. Any board deployed at a road work site in Victoria must comply with AS 4852.2-2009 and AS 1742.3. On Spot Hire's Type C fleet meets both standards — every board comes with compliance documentation ready for TMP and VicRoads submissions.
Our boards run entirely on solar — no generator, no noise, no emissions. Messages are updated remotely via 3G/4G from any device. Common use cases include detours, speed advisories, school zone warnings, event wayfinding, and emergency closures.
Use cases
Best-fit applications.
We tightened these into the jobs buyers actually search for and book, so the section carries commercial context without becoming a long mobile wall of copy.
Civil Construction & Infrastructure
Guide heavy vehicle movements, manage access points, and communicate live conditions without the extra noise, fuel, or setup friction of generators.
Local Councils & Public Safety
Deploy rapidly for school zone warnings, public notices, event wayfinding, and emergency closures while keeping updates in the hands of the project team.
Emergency & Same-Day Deployment
When a detour needs to go up today, same-day VMS board delivery across Melbourne keeps urgent traffic management jobs moving without waiting on a national hire chain.
Full specification
Technical specifications.
The spec information is grouped the way buyers evaluate these boards in practice: visibility, remote control, and site-readiness.
Display and visibility
Display type
Full-colour Type C VMS LED (5-colour output)
Display size
1400 H × 2400 W mm
Pixel pitch
50 mm
Visibility range
200 m+ in open-road conditions
Power and control
Power supply
330 W solar array with AGM battery support
Connectivity
3G / 4G remote programming plus GPS tracking
Mast system
Hydraulic lifting with auto-levelling
Brightness
Auto-dimming day/night sensor
Site-readiness
Traffic standard
AS 4852.2-2009 and AS 1742.3 aligned
Construction
Hot-dip galvanised steel trailer build
Documentation
Available for TMP and permit submissions
Delivery
Same-day Melbourne dispatch available
Common questions
Frequently asked questions.
Are your VMS boards AS 4852.2-2009 compliant?
Yes. Every VMS board in the On Spot Hire fleet is certified to Australian Standard AS 4852.2-2009 (Variable Message Signs) and CE EN12966 (European equivalent), and complies with AS 1742.3 for traffic control devices. Compliance documentation is available on request for Traffic Management Plans and VicRoads permit submissions.
How quickly can a VMS board be delivered in Melbourne?
Same-day delivery is available for urgent VMS board hire across Melbourne metro. Standard delivery is within 24 hours. We are based in Clyde North (South-East Melbourne) and service all areas including Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston, Dandenong, Melbourne CBD, and Tullamarine. Call 0497 483 181 for emergency dispatch.
How much does VMS board hire cost in Melbourne?
On Spot Hire provides all-inclusive quotes tailored to your project — hire duration, delivery distance, and site requirements all factor in. There are no hidden fees: delivery, setup, programming support, and collection are included. Contact us on 0497 483 181 or via the quote form for a same-day price.
Can VMS boards be remotely programmed on site?
Yes. All our VMS boards include 3G/4G connectivity and GPS tracking, allowing message updates from any device in real time. Traffic Controllers and Project Managers can change safety warnings, speed advisories, or event messages remotely — no site visits required. This saves significant time on live road projects.
What is the difference between a VMS Type C and Type B board?
Type C VMS boards (1400 × 2400 mm, 50mm pixel pitch) are the most common size for road and civil use in Victoria, meeting AS 4852.2-2009 requirements for primary traffic management messaging. Type B boards are smaller (1200 × 1800 mm) and typically used for supplementary messaging. On Spot Hire operates Type C boards — the standard required for VicRoads compliance on most road schemes.
What areas in Melbourne do you service for VMS board hire?
On Spot Hire services all of Melbourne and surrounds. Our primary service zone covers South-East Melbourne: Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston, Dandenong, Ringwood, the Mornington Peninsula, and the City of Casey. We also deliver to Melbourne CBD, Tullamarine, and Greater Melbourne. For Country Victoria projects, contact us to discuss logistics.
Ready to hire? Let's talk.
Same-day delivery and install across Melbourne. Direct contact, fast quotes — no call centres.