Forging the Road Ahead: The Western Highways Saga
In 2020, Western Highways Traffic Safety Products ignited its journey, born from the vision and expertise of industry veteran Russ Johnson. This venture was more than a new beginning; it was a mission to redefine the traffic safety landscape. Recognizing a vital need in the market, Western Highways set out to engineer not just affordable but technologically superior truck-mounted attenuators (TMAs).
Our inception marked the start of an era of innovation. Driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, we have been trailblazers in crafting cutting-edge traffic safety solutions. Operating from our advanced fabrication hub in California, Western Highways has quickly carved a niche for itself, known not only for our pioneering TMAs but also for our robust arrow boards, dynamic message boards, and resilient light towers.
Each milestone in our journey is a testament to our unwavering commitment: to spearhead a revolution in traffic safety, blending the best of technology with our forward-thinking vision. Western Highways isn’t just about products; it’s about setting new standards and leading the way for a safer tomorrow.
Here's How We Got Started
The Begining
Our story begins in 2020, when Western Highways Traffic Safety Products was established as an extension of Safety Network, launching a bold new chapter in road safety through innovation, affordability, and purpose-built traffic solutions.
Raising the Bar in Traffic Safety Fabrication
Throughout the 2020s, Western Highways expanded into fabrication with a 52,000 sq ft facility in California and a satellite in Texas, becoming a leader in TMA trucks, arrow boards, message boards, and light towers built to exceed industry standards.
Leading the Way with Innovation and Vision
By 2024, Western Highways, under Russ Johnson’s seasoned leadership, grew to 175+ employees—driven by innovation and a steadfast mission to raise the bar in road safety across the industry.
Why Crews Count on us.
At Western Highways, we know what it takes to keep roads safe because we’ve been out there too. From custom-built TMAs to field-tested light towers, every product we create is made with purpose, precision, and the people who rely on them in mind. We’re here to make safety simpler, smarter, and more reliable every mile of the way.