Safety Benefits of AirBar
Protecting Lives on the Road
The AirBar is a state-of-the-art, deployable safety device created to generate a safer working zone around working vehicles. It serves a dual purpose: protecting Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs), such as cyclists, from the dangers of vehicles in motion, and offering vehicle operators a clear and defined safer working zone. AirBar represents a breakthrough in enhancing vehicle safety, ensuring peace of mind for both drivers and cyclists on the road.
Every day, drivers and cyclists share the road with working vehicles, often in high-risk situations that can lead to serious incidents. These statistics reveal the stark reality and urgency of improving road safety for all. At NuVech Solutions, we’re dedicated to tackling these challenges head-on with innovations like the AirBar, designed to make our roads safer. See the numbers below to understand why safety solutions are more critical than ever.
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Of cycle fatalities occurred at, or within 20m of a junction
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Of all cycle incidents occurred at, or within 20m of a junction
minutes on average, someone is killed or seriously injured on UK roads
Safety Benefits for Operators
Protecting Your Workers, Your Fleet & Preventing Incidents
Reduce Costly Incidents & Downtime
Incidents bring legal issues, downtime, operator distress, and repair costs. The AirBar’s automatic deployment helps prevent these incidents, saving fleet operators from the expenses and disruptions of accidents.
Reduces Risk & Liability
For fleet owners and operators, collisions with cyclists and other vulnerable road users are a major risk. The AirBar serves as a safety net, reducing incidents and easing liability concerns.
Increased Safety at Job Sites
For vehicles in construction or high-traffic zones, the AirBar helps protect workers and bystanders from the vehicle’s operational area, adding crucial security at job sites.
Compliance & Reputation
Using the AirBar can help fleets align with safety regulations and enhance their reputation as a safety-conscious operator, which is increasingly valued by clients and the public.
Safety Benefits for Cyclists
How AirBar Helps Keep Cyclists Safer
Alerts to Dangerous Blind Spots
The AirBar deploys to create a physical alert for cyclists when a truck or HGV is about to turn. This helps avoid dangerous blind spots where cyclists are often not seen by the driver.
Provides Clear Warning of Turns
Cyclists can find themselves at risk when riding alongside trucks that are turning. The AirBar clearly signals to cyclists, warning them to stay clear of the danger zone.
Increased Awareness
By deploying an easily visible warning, the AirBar immediately draws the attention of nearby cyclists, increasing their situational awareness.
Enhanced Safety at Junctions
Intersections are particularly dangerous for cyclists. The AirBar ensures that cyclists receive an additional visual warning at crucial moments, enhancing their safety.
AirBar is designed to work with you, making safety straightforward and effective. This system prioritises simplicity while enhancing protection, creating safer working zones around vehicles with minimal effort. With AirBar, safety is seamlessly integrated into every journey.
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Automated Safety
The AirBar deploys automatically when turning, or at the flip of a switch in the cab, ensuring that it is always active when needed without relying on human intervention, minimising the possibility of error.
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Easy to Use & Maintain
The AirBar is designed to be simple for vehicle operators to install and maintain, requiring minimal upkeep while delivering maximum safety benefits.
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Durable & Reliable
The AirBar is built to last, providing consistent performance in various weather conditions and challenging environments, ensuring long-term safety and peace of mind.
Safety…
Simple.
Customised Pricing, Just for You
Looking for a tailored safety solution? Get in touch with us today to request a bespoke quote. Whether you need AirBar systems for a single vehicle or an entire fleet, we’ll work with you to provide the perfect solution for your needs.
Slow Down Move Over
NuVech Solutions Ltd is proud to partner with B/A Products Co, the premier distributor of our AirBar safety system in the USA. With a shared commitment to road safety, B/A Products Co actively promotes the Slow Down, Move Over campaign, raising awareness and encouraging responsible driving practices to protect roadside workers and vulnerable road users. Together, NuVech and B/A Products Co are bringing innovative solutions like the AirBar to North America, enhancing safety for fleets, drivers, and cyclists and helping to make our roads safer for all.
Ready to see how AirBar can boost safety for your fleet or on the road? Contact us today to have a chat, schedule a demo, or download our brochure for all the details! Discover how our innovative safety solutions can make a real difference for drivers, cyclists, and communities alike.
