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Truck-Mounted Changeable Message Signs

Truck-Mounted Changeable Message Signs for Work Zone Operations

Truck-mounted changeable message signs (TMCMSs) are desirable for scheduled and unscheduled short-duration work operations to inform drivers of unexpected conditions. Temporary traffic control for … [Read more...] about Truck-Mounted Changeable Message Signs for Work Zone Operations

Recommended Messages for Truck-Mounted Changeable Message Signs During Mobile Operations

The use of truck-mounted changeable message signs (TMCMSs) for mobile operations is desirable for providing drivers with information to better prepare them for unexpected conditions. Traditionally, … [Read more...] about Recommended Messages for Truck-Mounted Changeable Message Signs During Mobile Operations

Assessment of Need and Feasibility of Truck-Mounted Changeable Message Signs (CMS) for Scheduled and Unscheduled Operations: Technical Report

The goal of this project was to develop implementation guidance that the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) can use to make better decisions regarding the use of truck mounted changeable … [Read more...] about Assessment of Need and Feasibility of Truck-Mounted Changeable Message Signs (CMS) for Scheduled and Unscheduled Operations: Technical Report

Guidelines for Changeable Message Sign (CMS) Use

This document provides guidelines on the use of changeable message signs or CMS. Contents include: Introduction; Coordinating Organizations; Definitions; Permitted Message Types; Responsibility for … [Read more...] about Guidelines for Changeable Message Sign (CMS) Use

Ver-Mac TM-548 Truck-Mounted Variable Message Sign

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New traffic control methods for mobile work zones and their effectiveness in reducing crashes

The biggest change South Carolina has made is to replace the truck-mounted advance arrow panel on the initial shadow vehicle encountered by traffic with a truck-mounted changeable message sign. This … [Read more...] about New traffic control methods for mobile work zones and their effectiveness in reducing crashes

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