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Driving
at night is often more difficult for some and has in fact been found to
be more dangerous than driving during the day. According to the National
Safety Council, traffic death rates are three times greater
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night than during daylight hours. 90% of a driver's reaction depends on
vision, and vision is severely limited at night. Depth perception,
color recognition, and peripheral vision are compromised after sundown. |
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During
these hours, we rely on artificial sources of light while driving and
thus become more sensitive to bright lights and other distractions.
Some may experience blurred distance vision, night myopia, vision
fatigue, or simply have difficulties viewing road signs, pedestrians,
and other obstacles due to the lack of available light. |
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In
order to prevent accidents in all hours of the day, traffic control
products are installed to help drivers keep their speeds to a minimum.
Traditional devices made of concrete or asphalt however, are often
difficult to see during the day, let alone at night. They may sometimes
be painted (often yellow or white) and are usually accompanied by a
warning road sign. Although this may be adequate for those driving
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daylight,
they are sometimes impossible to spot well in advance at night. Devices
that are installed to help increase safety may actually contribute to
the many dangers apparent when driving after sundown.
What
traffic control products are highly effective during the day, and at
night?
GNR Technologies is
a
leading manufacturer of parking lot safety solutions made of 100%
recycled rubber. These environmentally-friendly products include
in-molded reflective highway tape (not paint) in order to maximize the
products' visibility, especially at night: |
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Easy Rider Speed Bump
Ideal for slowing vehicles to a minimum in parking facilities, the Easy
Rider Speed Bump includes in-molded reflective highway tape in yellow
as well as cat's eye reflectors. This highly visible device is sure to
slow vehicles well in advance during nighttime hours. Available in 4'
and 6' lengths. |
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Safety Rider Mini Hump
Ideal for slowing vehicles while maintaining a continuous traffic flow,
the Safety Rider Mini Hump includes in-molded reflective highway tape
in yellow or white. The square pattern and recessed tape ensures
maximum visibility to oncoming vehicles. This module device can be
customized to fit the length of any roadway. |
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Alley Bump
Ideal for slowing vehicles to a stop in alleyways, the Alley Bump
includes in-molded reflective highway tape and cat's eye reflectors.
Even without surrounding street lights, any oncoming vehicle will
immediately spot this device in their headlights. Available in 4' and
6' lengths. |
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Park-It Car Stop
Used to effectively guide cars when pulling into a parking stall, the
Park-It Car Stop includes in-molded reflective highway tape available
in yellow or white. Taped ends ensure pedestrian safety and help to
prevent tripping. Available in 3', 4', or 6' lengths. |
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Home Park-It
Ideal for garages, driveways, or carports, the Home Park-It is used to
help guide vehicles and protect the surrounding area when pulling into
your residential parking spot. The in-molded reflective highway tape in
yellow helps you spot the device, even in the darkest garages. |
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Reduce
the number of accidents at night and install GNR's highly reflective
solutions. These long-lasting, durable, and flexible devices can be
installed on any road surface.
Contact us at: 1-800-641-4143
or send us an email to
place an order, or inquire about our distribution opportunities. |
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| GNR Exhibiting at the ICSC RECon Show Next Month |
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May 17 - 20, 2009
Las Vegas
Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
Booth #5102
Green Zone,
South Hall (S1) |
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Next
month, from May 17 - 20, GNR will be exhibiting at one of the largest
international conventions in the world. The International Council of
Shopping Centers (ICSC) is hosting their annual Global Retail Real Estate
Convention (RECon) in Las Vegas, NV. Over 50,000 attendees
are expected to visit the 1000+ exhibitors at the show. |
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Join
us at Booth #5102 in the South Hall (S1) and learn more about our
recycled rubber traffic safety solutions perfect for retail parking
facilities. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have and
look forward to seeing you there!
For more information about the ICSC RECon
Event, please visit: www.icsc.org |
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Older
drivers have even greater difficulties seeing at night. A 50-year-old
driver may need twice as much light to see as well as a 30-year old. |
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References:
http://downloads.nsc.org/
http://www.roadandtravel.com/safetyandsecurity/2007/night-driving.htm |
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GNR Technologies
990 Upton
LaSalle,
QC H8R 2T9 |
Phone:
1 (800) 641-4143
Email: info@gnrtech.com |
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