Mumbai’s first cycle track was inaugurated at the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) recently by Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan. The inauguration was a part of the BSA Hercules India Cyclothon-2011 edition. The cycling track covers 13km with 1.5m wide lanes and cost about र6.5cr to build. It is spread over the ‘G’ Block in the Bandra-Kurla Complex. The track has been ...
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Traffex succeeds expectations
TrafficInfraTech was media partner at the Traffex, Parkex and Street Design 2011 show held at NEC, Birmingham in March. Sustainability was the main theme of the show that celebrated its 25th anniversary this year. Dedicated to traffic management, parking and urban design, the show was inaugurated by Norman Baker, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State Transport who focused on the government’s ...
MMRDA gets Nhava-Sewri link
The Maharashtra government has awarded the construction of the 22km Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), which will connect Mumbai with the rest of Maharashtra, to MMRDA. The project will connect Sewri in Mumbai city to Nhava Shewa in Raigad district by a bridge over the sea. The project has been delayed due to many reasons. The first tender for the ...
Women less distracted while driving
A survey of 1,000 drivers by Santander, a car insurance firm in the UK, has found that men are twice prone to be distracted while driving when compared with women. 11% of the men surveyed were found to have got into accidents because of not concentrating on the road while driving. The corresponding figure for women drivers was 5%. About ...
TagMaster to collaborate with Siemens Mobility
TagMaster, a well known Swedish RFID solutions provider, has announced that it will be a part of Siemens Mobility’s solutions for better traffic management and Selective Vehicle Detection (SDV). TagMaster’s long-range RFID readers and ID-tags will play a critical part in Siemens Mobility’s solutions. The company’s mobility solution was presented at the recent Traffex trade show which was held in ...
Safety Jackets
Certified Multifunctional Safety Suit with Inner is a high visibility safety garment manufactured by Ajiveena Exports which complies with EN 471 – European Standard for High Visibility Clothing. The garment is available in high visibility yellow and orange colours which meet the specifications of EN 471 2003 Table 1, Class 2 and Class 3. The outer jacket is manufactured from ...
Renewable Energy Sources
The Green Column from Marlec Engineering Co., UK is an alterative energy source which runs on wind and solar energy. In road transportation, the Green Column helps light up remote locations which do not have access to regular power. The power generated can run light for up to 16 hours a day. A Rutland 913 Windcharger wind turbine, manufactured by ...
Reflectors
Pioneer Plastic Moulders Pvt Ltd, a leading manufacturer and exporter for plastic and rubber moulded traffic safety products, makes reflectors that are skillfully designed to give maximum reflection and enhance visibility of vehicles during night and bad light conditions. The highly reflective product gives drivers early warning of dividers, guard railings and other obstacles on the road. The reflectors are ...
Electronic Safety Devices
Aktion Handheld Search Light AK 102 from Aktion Safety Solutions Pvt Ltd is a powerful halogen lamp which provides high visibility of more than 750 metres. The searchlight is powered by rechargeable 12 V battery. It is easy to handle with its adjustable nylon shoulder strip and in built handle. The rigid plastic body makes it highly durable and weather ...
Reflective Marking Tapes
Retroreflective Marking Tape VC104/AIS-90 from Reflexite is the perfect solution for AIS 090 compliant vehicle markings. Its tough weather and solvent resistant construction is perfect for rugged outdoor use. It is claimed to have superior reflectivity and is visible at wide angles. It is single layer construction, easy to apply, and with no need for edge sealing. The VC104 is ...