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Public Transit Upgrades: Enhanced Comfort with Modern Grab Straps
Public transit thrives when passengers feel empowered to navigate their journeys with ease. At River Drive Manufacturing, we engineer bus straps, grab straps, and passenger assist handles to elevate everyday commutes—combining practicality with innovative design to meet evolving transit needs.
Stability in Motion
You can’t avoid sudden stops, sharp turns, and crowded aisles when using urban transit. Our passenger assist straps provide riders with a secure grip, enabling them to maintain balance effortlessly. Unlike traditional fixtures, our ergonomic designs—like the Titan Assist Strap—use cut-resistant aramid webbing and tamper-resistant hardware to withstand heavy daily use while distributing weight evenly. This reduces arm fatigue, making standing commutes less taxing for riders of all ages.
Accessibility for All Abilities
Inclusive transit systems prioritize accessibility. Strategically placed grab straps for buses offer discreet support near doors and priority seating, empowering seniors, parents with strollers, and passengers with mobility challenges to move confidently. Adjustable heights and soft-grip handles ensure every rider finds a comfortable hold, fostering independence without compromising space.
Optimized Space, Streamlined Operations
Vertical bus handles and slim-profile passenger assist straps maximize cabin space, allowing transit agencies to accommodate more riders during peak hours. Our StrapLock hardware simplifies installation with a two-piece design, reducing assembly time and maintenance costs. This efficiency helps operators minimize downtime while improving passenger flow.
Built for Long-Term Performance
Durability is non-negotiable. River Drive’s products undergo rigorous testing, including pull tests and cycle simulations, to ensure they outperform industry standards. Flame-resistant materials and UV-stable webbing guarantee longevity, even in high-traffic environments.
Why Choose River Drive Manufacturing?
With over two decades of expertise, we specialize in custom transit solutions tailored to North American fleets.
Upgrade your fleet with River Drive Manufacturing’s grab straps and passenger assist handles. Contact us today at inquiries@river-drive.com or visit river-drive.com to explore ergonomic transit solutions designed for modern commuters.
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Title: Revolutionizing Webbing Products: Introducing RDM StrapLock Hardware Set
Date: November 30, 2023
River Drive Manufacturing (RDM) is thrilled to unveil its latest innovation, the RDM StrapLock Hardware Set (H-0220921). Designed specifically for webbing products, this groundbreaking hardware set addresses a multitude of challenges faced by industries relying on straps and fasteners.
Background:
The development of RDM StrapLock stemmed from the identification of several industry-wide problems:
- Inventory Hassles: Managing and purchasing multiple parts became a cumbersome task.
- Assembly Challenges: Cumbersome assembly processes involving multiple tools and sharp T-Nuts.
- Order Accuracy: Difficulty in ensuring the correct number of parts are sent.
- Aesthetic Concerns: Unattractive, bulky appearance with a DIY vibe.
- Security Concerns: Common screw heads lacking tamper resistance.
- Performance: The need for a design that performs as well as or better in various tests.
- Cost-Effectiveness: A solution that considers cost without compromising performance.
The Solution:
RDM StrapLock brings a host of solutions to the table:
- Simplified Design: Reduced the number of components from 4-5 pieces to just two.
- Single-Side Access: Eliminated the need to access from both sides during assembly.
- Professional Appearance: Transformed the look from DIY to a polished, professional aesthetic.
- Enhanced Security: Utilized tamper-resistant Pin-in-TORX head for added security.
Testing Methods:
Rigorous testing was conducted, including a pull test using a uniaxial tensile test machine, a drop weight cycle test, and a 3D cycle robot test using an ABB robot arm.
Results:
The performance of RDM StrapLock surpassed existing hardware sets in all tests:
- Pull Test: RDM StrapLock performed better than both current hardware sets. It is not sensitive to reverse assembly.
- Drop Weight Cycle Test: RDM StrapLock remained on stanchion till the tests stopped. performing as well or better than the current hardware.
- 3D Cycle – Robot Test: No significant difference was observed between tested hardware, but RDM StrapLock showed the least wear and tear.
Concluding Remarks:
- Pull Test Results: RDM StrapLock outperformed both current configuration hardware sets.
- Drop Weight Cycle Test: RDM StrapLock showed minimal wear and tear compared to the others.
- 3D Cycle Test: All samples, including RDM StrapLock, remained on the stanchion with no significant wear.
In conclusion, the RDM StrapLock Hardware Set is set to revolutionize the webbing product industry with its enhanced performance, streamlined design, and professional appearance. Upgrade to RDM StrapLock and experience a new era of efficiency and reliability in your fastening needs.
For more information on this new hardware or if you would like a sample of this hardware to try on your existing strap please contact us at.
River Drive Manufacturing
200 North Service Road West
Unit #1, Suite #484
Oakville, Ontario
Canada
L6M 2Y1
By phone:
(905) 844-8539
By e-mail:
inquiries@river-drive.com
If you would like additional information about other grab handles, assist strap or passenger assist straps please visit www.river-drive.com.
What is ASTM 662.
ASTM E662 is a standard test method that measures the smoke density generated by solid materials and assemblies when they are exposed to flame. It is used to evaluate the smoke-producing characteristics of these materials in order to ensure that they are safe to use in applications where the presence of smoke can pose a risk to human health and safety, such as in public transportation systems. The test involves exposing small samples of the material to a controlled flame in a closed chamber, and measuring the attenuation of light through the smoke generated. The data obtained from the test is used to calculate the specific optical density of the smoke, which is used as an indicator of the concentration of smoke produced. The test results are useful for determining the level of safety for various materials and to check compliance with codes and regulations related to public transportation.
To find out which of our bus straps meet this standard please contact us.
200 North Service Road West
Unit #1, Suite #484
Oakville, Ontario
Canada
L6M 2Y1
By phone:
(905) 844-8539
By e-mail:
inquiries@river-drive.com
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