We sat down to talk to Texas Highway Products (THP), a trusted distributor partner of Availed Technologies, about the rapidly growing RRFB industry. For 25 years, THP has provided traffic control products to municipal, county, and state agencies throughout Texas. As a long-time supporter and exhibitor at TexITE and IMSA Southwestern Section events, THP has […]
This article provides the essential Performance Requirements to include when specifying Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs). Here at Availed Technologies, we work with municipalities and engineering firms across North America everyday who are in the process of specifying RRFBs. We focus on the following three points: Array to Load Ratio, Autonomy, and Shading. Before we […]
We are happy to announce that the Availed AV-400 Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon is now listed as a qualified product on the Oregon DOT Green Sheets. What is the Green Sheet Qualification Process? Maintained by the Traffic-Roadway Section of the Oregon Department of Transportation, the Green Sheet Qualification process has a comprehensive evaluation process for […]
Here at Availed Technologies, we’re proud to announce that our AV-400 RRFB has been approved by the British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOT) and is officially on their Recognized Products list. Today’s blog outlines all you need to know: What is the BC Recognized Products List? The BC Recognized Products List is a […]
At Availed Technologies, we’re thrilled to announce that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (Highway Division, Qualified Traffic Control) has experimentally approved our AV-400 Solar RRFB. Learn more about the importance of this approval today: The Impact of the AV-400 Solar RRFB RRFBs play a crucial role in pedestrian crash countermeasures, and our AV-400 Solar RRFB […]
If you are looking for in-depth info on the guidelines and warrant process for Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons, then you’re in the right place. Here at Availed Technologies, we pride ourselves on being specialists with Solar RRFBs. In today’s article, we explore the guidelines, warrant system, and design process for when and where to use […]
RRFBs were first introduced under an interim approval with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) in 2008. Since that time, and due to the high effectiveness of the device, the use of RRFBs as a crosswalk enhancement has become widespread. Today, we here at Availed Technologies are going to outline RRFBs proposed role in the next […]
Have you heard about the importance of versatility and standardization in RRFBs? In today’s blog, the Availed Technologies team outline why this is so crucial, its many benefits, and a real-life example of versatility and standardization done right. Let’s dive in. What Are RRFBs? RRFBs are a unique traffic control device designed specifically to improve […]
How much do you know about the power of solar RRFB systems? In today’s blog, the team here at Availed Technologies outline common FAQs surrounding solar-powered RRFB systems: namely what the common array-to-load (ALR) variables are and what to keep in mind when maximizing power consumption. Firstly, What Makes the ALR so Crucial? The fundamentals […]
Today’s blog is your comprehensive rundown of what to know about the Safe Transportation for Every Pedestrian (STEP) Program. Without further ado, let’s jump into what the STEP Program is, why it is so important to pedestrian safety, and the important role RRFBs play in the implementation of the program: What is the STEP Program? […]