ATSSA & TRB announce 2020 Traffic Control Device Student Challenge ATSSA & TRB announce 2020 Traffic Control Device Student Challenge Challenges offers opportunity for students to innovate for the future of roadway safety SuperUser Account / Monday, April 15, 2019 0 7021 Article rating: No rating The American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) and Transportation Research Board Standing Committee on Traffic Control Devices (AHB50) have launched the 2020 Traffic Control Device (TCD) Student Challenge. Read more
Sensor technology in roadway infrastructure Sensor technology in roadway infrastructure How devices are strengthening the lines of communication between human and automated drivers SuperUser Account / Friday, April 12, 2019 0 26705 Article rating: 4.5 For many departments of transportation (DOTs), the collection and sending of real-time traffic data to roadway users is high priority. One way agencies nationwide are achieving this goal is through the use of sensor technology in roadway infrastructure, such as pavement markings or signs, allowing them to strengthen Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) communication. Read more
See the future of roadway safety infrastructure at ATSSA’s 49th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo See the future of roadway safety infrastructure at ATSSA’s 49th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo New Products Rollout event features latest innovative roadway safety infrastructure technology SuperUser Account / Friday, January 25, 2019 0 11530 Article rating: No rating The future of roadway safety infrastructure innovation will be showcased at the American Traffic Safety Services Association’s (ATSSA) 49th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo, in Tampa, Florida on Feb. 8-12, 2019. Read more
Task Force 13 works to promote roadway safety Task Force 13 works to promote roadway safety SuperUser Account / Thursday, October 18, 2018 0 6320 Article rating: No rating ATSSA participated in the Task Force 13 (TF13) 2018 Fall Meeting, where one key initiative—to form a nonprofit entity to conduct business and interact with other roadway safety organizations—was addressed. Read more
FHWA announces innovations in EDC-5 “On-Ramp to Innovation” program FHWA announces innovations in EDC-5 “On-Ramp to Innovation” program SuperUser Account / Thursday, June 28, 2018 0 9258 Article rating: No rating The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced the innovations selected for the Every Day Counts (EDC)-5 “On-Ramp to Innovation” program. Read more
Applications now open for ATSSA 2019 Leadership Program Applications now open for ATSSA 2019 Leadership Program Inspire. Motivate. Empower. SuperUser Account / Wednesday, June 20, 2018 0 6005 Article rating: No rating Be a leader in the roadway safety industry and develop your skills by participating in ATSSA’s 2019 Leadership Program. Read more
FHWA issues interim approval of Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacons at crosswalks FHWA issues interim approval of Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacons at crosswalks The new IA-21 allows for the optional use of RRFBs as pedestrian-activated visibility enhancements for pedestrian and school crossing warning signs under limited conditions. Josh WIlliams / Friday, June 1, 2018 0 6950 Article rating: 4.5 In a memorandum released on March 20, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) issued “Interim Approval (IA)-21 – Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) at Crosswalks.” The new IA-21 allows for the optional use of RRFBs as pedestrian-activated visibility enhancements for pedestrian and school crossing warning signs under limited conditions. Read more
ATSSA explores importance of infrastructure for autonomous vehicles at ITS America ATSSA explores importance of infrastructure for autonomous vehicles at ITS America Session to highlight pavement markings, work zones, signage, and uses for vehicle fleet data SuperUser Account / Monday, May 14, 2018 0 7887 Article rating: No rating “Preparing Infrastructure for Automation Levels 1-3” will examine areas within roadway infrastructure that will be affected with the emergence of Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAVs). Read more
Engineering students can now apply to enter the 2019 Traffic Control Device Challenge Engineering students can now apply to enter the 2019 Traffic Control Device Challenge Traffic Control Device Challenge promotes roadway safety innovation SuperUser Account / Monday, April 30, 2018 0 6736 Article rating: No rating The American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) and the Transportation Research Board (TRB) Standing Committee on Traffic Control Devices (AHB50) have announced the launch of the 2019 Traffic Control Device (TCD) Challenge. Read more
Future of roadway safety industry, automated vehicle technology discussed in ATSSA member visit Future of roadway safety industry, automated vehicle technology discussed in ATSSA member visit Mercer Strategic Alliance President Rob Dingess discusses AVs and the future of the industry SuperUser Account / Wednesday, April 4, 2018 0 6605 Article rating: No rating Rob Dingess, president of the Mercer Strategic Alliance, came to ATSSA headquarters to discuss automated and connected vehicle technology, and what it means for the association and the future of the roadway safety industry. Read more
13Mar2023 ATSSA notes need for flexibility in final rule for Buy America requirements Monday, March 13, 2023 Read more