Portable Changeable Message Signs
Equipment Details
Product Name: Travel Messenger System
Description:
A real-time travel information system for traffic control zones. The portable system monitors traffic conditions and provides real-time messaging to drivers, informing them of the expected travel times through an upcoming traffic zone. The system provides the information through roadside message signs for approaching drivers and on the Internet for drivers wanting to check routes before travel. The Travel Messenger is a stand alone system and can be integrated with the Lane Merger or Speed Ranger systems.
Intended Use: The Travel Messenger is used to inform drivers of expected delays through work zones to relieve anxiety and allow alternate routes to be chosen.
Website: http://www.irdinc.com/products/traffic_control/travel_messenger.php
Contact(s):
International Road Dynamics, Inc.
702-43rd Street East
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 3T9
Canada
Phone: (306) 653-6600
Fax: (306) 242-5599
Email: info@irdinc.com
Website: http://www.irdinc.com/
Equipment Details
Product Name: Speed Manager: Variable Speed Limit System
Description:
Based on real-time measurements of traffic flow and road conditions, IRD's Speed Manager automatically determines and displays an appropriate speed limit at various locations through the vicinity of the work zone.
Intended Use: Speed Manager is intended for application at work zones where traffic speeds will be reduced causing the potential for accidents due to high speed traffic coming upon slow or stopped traffic.
Website: http://www.irdinc.com/
Tests: The Speed Manager is being evaluated during the 2002 construction season by Michigan State University and Michigan Department of Transportation under an FHWA evaluation project.
Contact(s):
International Road Dynamics, Inc.
702-43rd Street East
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 3T9
Canada
Phone: (306) 653-6600
Fax: (306) 242-5599
Email: info@irdinc.com
Website: http://www.irdinc.com/
Equipment Details
Product Name: Solar Message Center
Description:
Portable, three line, eight characters per line, changeable message sign.
Website: http://www.gardenstatehwy.com/catalog_category.aspx?cat_id=88
Manufacturer Name: Garden State Highway Products, Inc.
Contact(s):
Garden State Highway Products, Inc.
1740 East Oak Road
Vineland, New Jersey 08361
Contact: Frank Kates
Phone: (800) 338-5685
Fax: (856) 692-6797
Email: frank@gardenstatehwy.com
Website: http://www.gardenstatehwy.com/
Equipment Details
Product Name: Solar Message Center
Description:
The Solar Message Center is a portable, changeable message sign consisting of L.E.D. (Light Emitting Diode) lamp matrix panels using optical assemblies that emit messages to the traveling public. The Solar Message Center is powered by batteries that are recharged by solar panels.
Website: http://www.protectionservices.com/html/products.asp?cid=28
Contact(s):
Protection Services, Inc.
635 Lucknow Road
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17110
Phone: (866) 489-1234
Fax: (717) 236-1281
Email: info@protectionservices.com
Website: http://www.protectionservices.com/
Equipment Details
Product Name: Silent Messenger II
Description:
92" x 54" Sign Panel; 150, 225 or 300 Watt Solar Array
Website: http://www.solartech-online.com/prodinfo/silent_messenger/mb2.html
Manufacturer Name: Solar Technology, Inc.
Contact(s):
Solar Technology, Inc.
7620 Cetronia Road
Allentown, Pennsylvania 18106
Phone: 610-428-7067
Fax: 610-391-8601
Email: jhayes@solartechnology.com
Website: http://www.solartech-online.com/
Equipment Details
Product Name: Silent Messenger
Description:
126" x 76" Sign Panel; 225, 300, 375 or 450 Watt Solar Array
Website: http://www.solartech-online.com/prodinfo/silent_messenger/silent_messenger.html
Manufacturer Name: Solar Technology, Inc.
Contact(s):
Solar Technology, Inc.
7620 Cetronia Road
Allentown, Pennsylvania 18106
Phone: 610-428-7067
Fax: 610-391-8601
Email: jhayes@solartechnology.com
Website: http://www.solartech-online.com/
Equipment Details
Product Name: SMART VMS
Description:
The SMART VMS is a graphics capable message sign trailer. It includes 199 pre-programmed messages and you can create up to 199 user-defined messages. Travel and set up are easy with the new hydraulic capability that allows the sign to be easily raised and lowered. The LED display swivels 360? making it less wind resistant during travel, reducing drag and saving fuel. The SMART VMS is available in three models, each offering a different size LED display panel. Standard features include a directional radar unit, amber violator alert, over-speed blanking, and an axle/wheel lock. Optional features include a solar panel with an additional battery bank, a security alarm, a spare tire and the SMARTStat traffic statistics computer.
Website: http://www.kustomsignals.com/product_body2.asp?product_id=41&cat_id=6&strpagename=speed
Manufacturer Name: Kustom Signals, Inc.
Contact(s):
Kustom Signals, Inc.
9325 Pflumm
Lenexa, Kansas 66215-3347
Phone: (800) 458-7866
Fax: (913) 492-1703
Email: sales@kustomsignals.com
Website: http://www.kustomsignals.com/
Equipment Details
Product Name: Portable Changeable Message Signs
Description:
Vehicle-mounted or trailer-mounted changeable message signs. Solar or battery powered available. 8 models to choose from depending on needs.
Website: http://amsig.com/portable.htm
Manufacturer Name: American Signal Company, Inc.
Contact(s):
American Signal Company, Inc.
2755 Bankers Industrial Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30360
Phone: 770-448-6650
Fax: 770-448-8970
Website: http://www.amsig.com/
Equipment Details
Product Name: PCMS-548
Description:
2 lines of up to 8 characters per line (10" X 7"). 200 user-programmable messages and 300 pre-programmed messages. On-site programming using unit keyboard or laptop. Remotely programmable from your own PC with cellular option.
Website: http://www.ver-mac.com/en/products/pcms-548.html
Manufacturer Name: Ver-Mac, Inc.
Contact(s):
Ver-Mac, Inc.
1781 Bresse
Sainte-Foy, Quebec G2G 2V2
Canada
Phone: (418) 654-1303
Fax: (418) 654-0517
Website: http://www.ver-mac.com/
Equipment Details
Product Name: PCMS-1210
Description:
Three lines, 8 characters per line (12" X 18"). 200 user-programmable messages and 300 pre-programmed messages. Remotely programmable from your own PC with cellular option.
Website: http://www.ver-mac.com/en/products/pcms-1210.html
Manufacturer Name: Ver-Mac, Inc.
Contact(s):
Ver-Mac, Inc.
1781 Bresse
Sainte-Foy, Quebec G2G 2V2
Canada
Phone: (418) 654-1303
Fax: (418) 654-0517
Website: http://www.ver-mac.com/
