Abstract: A triagnular folding reflective flare is disclosed, of the type having a reflective lower member and two reflective side members which are connected together for relative movement between a triangular erected position and a folded position with the side members compactly folded relative to the lower member. A heavy base is movably connected to the lower member for movement between folded and unfolded positions. The base comprises a hollow member with a heavy material retained therein. The weight of the heavy material enhances the stability of the flare. The heavy material is preferably a highly economical material having considerable weight, such as concrete. However, the heavy material may comprise any suitable heavy aggregate mixed with any suitable binder, such as Portland cement, any other suitable mineral cement, an epoxy plastic or various other suitable plastic materials.

Abstract: The disclosed triangular folding reflective marker comprises a reflective base member and a pair of reflective side members which are pivotally connected to opposite ends of the base member and are swingable between folded positions, adjacent the base member, and inclined erected positions, in which the side members and the base member form an upright triangular reflective warning device, for use in warning motorists of the presence of a disabled automobile or other vehicle. Latching elements are provided to fasten the upper ends of the side members together in their erected positions. Such latching elements may comprise latching pins projecting laterally from flanges on the side members, such flanges being adapted to overlap. Portions of the flanges may be formed with latching slots adapted to receive the latching pin elements with a detent action. The side members may be formed with end elements which are adapted to project beyond the edges of the opposite side members when they are erected.