Highway work zones create an inevitable disruption in regular traffic flows that result in traffic safety problems, and work zone safety remains unsatisfactory nationwide. In 2004, 1,068 people were killed in work zones, adding about 49,620 more work zone related injuries (FHWA 2006). Read More
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Improved Traffic Control Devices : Best Way to Reduce Highway Work Zone Crashes
Wednesday, May 1st, 2013
The Water Barrier Manufacturers Association Member Network Release New Product to Improve Safety of Motorists Navigating Work Zones
Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
Indianapolis, IN (PRWEB) March 27, 2012
A forward-thinking group of manufacturers represented by the Water Barrier Manufacturers Association have developed a new technology that brings balance to construction-zone safety: extending equal protection to workers and travelers. They’re called water-filled LCDs — longitudinal channelizing devices. Read More
Triton and Yodock Brand Water Ballast Devices not MUTCD Compliant
Friday, March 9th, 2012
The WBMA has found commonly used work zone traffic control barriers manufactured by Energy Absorption Systems and Trinity Industries are not in compliance with MUTCD guidelines, creating a liability for the users of these devices. Read More