North America Traffic Releases New Portable Traffic Signal
Device’s Advanced Technology Enhances User Experience
Port Colborne, ON
In January, North America Traffic introduced the newest model of its portable traffic signal to the construction market. The PTL 2.4x, which replaces the PTL 2.4, offers the same benefits to contractors as its predecessor: cost savings and a quick set up time, while improving features.
North America Traffic’s portable traffic signals, which came on the market in 2000, require much less set up time than traditional temporary traffic signals; taking one hour or less versus one to three weeks. They run on battery power charged by solar panels and provide automated traffic control.
New features on the PTL 2.4x include a shorter trailer, down to nine feet from 18 feet which reduces shipping costs by 50%; increased battery capacity (optional); a power signal head extension and removable tongue for anti theft.
The previous model held eight batteries which can last 17 days without sun. The new model can hold up to 16 batteries and doubles the battery run time to 34 days without sun.
The higher signal head can extend out an additional four feet over the traveled lane and both signal heads are hinged so they can be easily turned 180 degrees to face the opposite direction.
“This extension gives users the flexibility to handle positioning restrictions,” explained Peter Vieveen, president of North America Traffic. “They can get the signal out over the correct lane, even if the device has to be located further away.”
Portable traffic signals are used on road and bridge work and are especially useful on projects requiring overnight traffic control.
About North America Traffic
North America Traffic was launched as R.C. Flagman in 1993 when Peter Vieveen built the world’s first Remote Controlled Flagman™ out of his garage. At the time, Mr. Vieveen was a senior estimator in the construction industry with over 25 years of construction experience. He understood the importance of reducing costs while increasing safety. North America Traffic now operates a full production facility, and its products have been used on over 1,000 projects across North America. Today, it is the world leader in traffic control systems, with 8 different models of portable traffic signals and flagging systems to meet all traffic control needs. For more information, visit www.northamericatraffic.com.
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