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Impact on Driver Behavior of Steady-Burn Warning Lights on Channelizing Drums in Work Zones

Research was performed to explore the impact on driver behavior of steady-burn warning lights on drums used in highway work zones in the state of Michigan. Various characteristics related to nighttime … [Read more...] about Impact on Driver Behavior of Steady-Burn Warning Lights on Channelizing Drums in Work Zones

Construction Barrels Blamed for Damaging Car

Construction barrels are a common sight on many Arkansas roads. Jerry Massey of Pope County says an orange barrel was blown over and caused damage to his girlfriend's new car in Pottsville on Highway … [Read more...] about Construction Barrels Blamed for Damaging Car

LifeGard II® Traffic Drum

PSS invented the first rubber tire-collar ballasted drum, "LifeGard" in the early 1990's, and it became an American roadway icon. We introduced LifeGard II Drum a few years later. A generation later, … [Read more...] about LifeGard II® Traffic Drum

Dousing a Burn: Evidence Shows Steady Warning Light is Ineffective

Work zone channelization devices provide invaluable information to motorists on what to expect ahead. Even though the majority of construction work is done during the day, the work zone channelization … [Read more...] about Dousing a Burn: Evidence Shows Steady Warning Light is Ineffective

Evaluation of Steady-Burn Warning Lights on Channelizing Drums in Work Zones

This report documents the results of a study to evaluate the safety and mobility impacts associated with the elimination of steady burn warning lights on drums in construction work zones. National … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Steady-Burn Warning Lights on Channelizing Drums in Work Zones

Spatial and Temporal Analyses of Crashes at Two Work Zones with Different Traffic Control Devices: Barrels and Jersey Barriers

Work zone safety is one of the highest priorities for traffic engineers. In order to guide the motorists safely and efficiently through the activity areas of work zones, construction types and work … [Read more...] about Spatial and Temporal Analyses of Crashes at Two Work Zones with Different Traffic Control Devices: Barrels and Jersey Barriers

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