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Easing temporary highway dangerSome of the latest speedometer technology has been successfully trialled in French highway work zones, while tireless work continues across Europe and the United States to reduce the number of work...
Barrier innovations making roads saferDevelopments in barrier technology continue to make roads safer for drivers - Mike Woof writes. Innovative new barrier technology is helping make roads safer for drivers. Key developments have been...
Improved roadmarkings will boost roadway safety for usersAn Innovative road marking system helping to boost public transport in a major South American city, and road marking analytic technology robust enough to withstand damage in heavy rain are among...
Controlling influenceNew lane control solutions from major roadmarking companies have been installed on highways across the world over recent months. Guy Woodford reports on some of them. Clearview Traffic Group (CTG)...
An array of barrier innovations is coming to marketVarious developments are affecting the market for highway barriers - Mike Woof writes The global market for highway barrier products continues to see the introduction of new products and new...
Stronger crash barriers may be needed for heavier trucksThe European Road Federation (ERF) has voiced its concern that roadside barriers in Europe may have to be upgraded According to the ERF, the recent decision of the European Commission to allow...
New barrier, crash cushion and access control technology will benefit road user safetyProtecting road users, with barriers, crash cushions or access control systems, is crucial for network safety - Mike Woof writes Tough regulations are now in place in Europe and the US, requiring...
Road Markings to reduce fatal wrong-way drivingThe latest road marking systems have been used to reduce potentially fatal wrong-way driving and promote the recent EURO 2012 football tournament in Poland and Ukraine. Guy Woodford reports ...
New approach needed in Europe to help improve motorcycle safetyThe European Commission is proposing that part of its controversial new Anti-Tampering regulations for motorcycles should be re-written to prevent custom motorcycle builders from using long-forks....
Workzones benefit from new mobile speed enforcement technologyA variety of new technology for temporary speed zones during major highway projects across the globe is about to hit the market, while other proven systems remain in demand. Guy Woodford reports The...
Advances in road markingsRecent months have seen many major and vital road marking projects and products completed and tested in different parts of the world. Guy Woodford looks at some of them in Europe, North America, the...
Focusing on workzone safety systemsThe US has seen a major reduction in deaths following accidents in its highway construction work zones, while Europe and other parts of the world are looking at new safety technology and systems to...