Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB)
Most people think that marked crosswalks offer a safe place to cross the street. However, studies have shown that crosswalk paint alone offers no additional safety benefit to pedestrians, and on high-volume, multilane roads, it can even increase the risk of a crash. (source)
Rectangular rapid-flashing beacons (RRFBs) can make a huge difference in enhancing driver awareness and compliance, boosting yield rates to as high as 96% and reducing crashes involving pedestrians by up to 47%, according to the FHWA (source).
Typically installed at midblock crossings, roundabouts, and unsignalized intersections, RRFBs use high-intensity LEDs that flash rapidly and erratically to catch drivers’ attention and let them know that a pedestrian is waiting to cross the street. They are MUTCD compliant, AC- or solar-powered, and easy to install.
- R920-E
- Self-contained solar and battery unit
- Small, 15W solar engine ideal for most crosswalks
- Optional audible push buttons
R920-E RRFB Crosswalk system Spec Sheet
- R920-F
- Self-contained solar and battery unit
- Medium 30W solar engine for busy crosswalks
- Optional audible push buttons, remote monitoring passive detection, and more
R920-F RRFB Crosswalk system Spec Sheet
- SC315-G
- Cabinet system
- Solar or AC power option
- Ideal for shaded or busy crosswalks
- Optional audible push buttons, remote monitoring passive detection, and more
Rectangular rapid-flashing beacons (RRFBs) can make a huge difference in enhancing driver awareness and compliance, boosting yield rates to as high as 96% and reducing crashes involving pedestrians by up to 47%, according to the FHWA
