Tag: mobile barriers

Roadbuilding

Repeal of 103-year-old rule opens door to innovative road-safety devices

A 103-year-old federal procurement rule that road-industry advocates say stifled the use of road-safety products by state and local governments has been repealed by the Federal Highway Administration. The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), which fought for repeal of the “proprietary products rule” for years, lauded the decision September 26, saying it will […]

September 30, 2019

Roadbuilding

About Mobile Barriers MBT-1™: “Positive Protection on Wheels”

The Mobile Barriers Trailer (MBT-1) is an integrated, rigid wall, trailer that can be used in conjunction with standard semi-tractors to provide mobile, improved, safety and work environments for personnel at applicable maintenance, construction and security sites. In the context of interstate construction, the Trailer is specifically designed to reduce work zone incursions by passing […]

September 14, 2012

Roadbuilding

Mike Anderson’s American Iron

In recapping what stood out for us over the past year, we always try to keep in mind what we consider to be the true crux of the matter – the need to look ahead.

January 12, 2012

Roadbuilding

Applications and Innovations

Mobile Barrier Trailer helps keep workers safe and traffic flowing.

September 6, 2011

Roadbuilding

Featured Article: The 2009 Top Rollouts

Throughout the year the editors of Better Roads review products new to the highway and bridge industries. We ask questions about their significance and whether they may change the way work gets done or bring new standards to an industry. Here is our list of the Top 20 Rollouts of the year.

December 1, 2009