Improved access

Rediweld claims that access will be improved for bus users due to the installation of novel raised platforms at bus stops. The innovative Buspad system has been installed in UK city Manchester, with each unit being installed in under an hour and at less than half the cost of conventional methods and much less disruption. So far ten BusPad locations have been installed around the city. The product is said to work well in a wide variety of footpath types and conditions and can provide a secure and cost effect
February 9, 2012 Read time: 1 min
2385 Rediweld claims that access will be improved for bus users due to the installation of novel raised platforms at bus stops. The innovative Buspad system has been installed in UK city Manchester, with each unit being installed in under an hour and at less than half the cost of conventional methods and much less disruption. So far ten BusPad locations have been installed around the city. The product is said to work well in a wide variety of footpath types and conditions and can provide a secure and cost effective raised platform for passengers. The award-winning BusPad is made in the UK from recycled rubber by Rediweld.

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