AROWGuard Driver Protection Systems

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Protect drivers with the AROWGuard Bus Driver Protection System. Transit operator barriers designed to improve safety, visibility, and durability on modern fleets.

Working in conjunction with the transit authorities, transit unions, and bus manufacturers, AROW Global works to develop a custom-engineered driver barrier specific to their needs. The safety shield can be installed or retrofitted onto existing mass transit bus fleets or can be built to satisfy specific OEM requirements on new mass transit bus builds.

Standard Features

Swinging the door past the standee line is limited with a heavy-duty impact and tear resistant tether strap.
Approximately 5 in. of protrusion into the aisle way above the ADA area, to allow for elbow room and driver comfort.
ADA box test compliant, ensuring wheelchair ramp operation and access integrity. Box path is evaluated in CAD for each product configuration.
Hinge is free of pinch points and rattles.
Designed to attach easily and securely to the vehicle chassis or carlines.
Customizable stanchion colors and configurations to work around agency specific equipment. Tailored to work around existing bus equipment such as fare boxes, cameras, and other interfaces.
Lower panel of door is constructed of welded aluminum sheet metal panels, providing lightweight, durable and long-lasting protection.
Time-tested, and robust AROWGuard rotary latch components and design fundamentals use low profile, snag resistant striker bar.
Components can be custom painted or polished to complement vehicle interior.
Glazing material meets all industry standards for use in a motor vehicle where requisite for driving visibility.
- Minimum of 5/16” (8mm) thickness and tempered / laminated construction with anti-glare coating on surfaces #1 and #4, reducing light reflectance to less than 2%.
- Complies with American National Institute, Standard ANSI/SAE Z26.1-1996 S5.2, FMVSS 571.205 49CFR, and SAE J673 #1 edge standards for automotive glazing.
- Marking in accordance with ANSI/SAE Z26.1-1996 S7 and FMVSS 205 S6.2 standards.
All glazing is easily serviceable and allows for replacement in less than 5 minutes by a qualified technician.
Available on all major heavy duty low floor and commuter bus platforms, and on some light rail applications.

Optional Features

Detent to enable smoother, graduated and more controlled door swing and operation.
Electromechanical wheel-well latch to enhance security and integration with vehicle systems, holding the door in the open position and blocking the aisle bulkhead.
Multiple door latch/lock options to meet operational needs and security requirements:
- Concealed exterior latch release access.
- Patented configurable locking options, including drivers’ side toggle or exterior keyed (custom key, square drive key, etc.).

Product Configurations

Cockpit

Full Driver Enclosure

Max

Available in Slide Stow or Full Fixed

Extended Glass

Available in Slide Stow or Full Fixed

Standard Glass

Available in Slide Stow or Full Fixed

Product Overview

Cockpit

The AROWGuard Cockpit is a full driver enclosure engineered for modern transit environments. This Driver Protection System (DPS) features glazing that follows the interior framing of the bus, creating a fully enclosed cockpit that enhances safety while maintaining clear visibility and seamless integration with the vehicle interior.

Features

Full driver protection with a secure, enclosed cockpit design.
12 yr / 600,000 mile Shaker table and cycle tested to ensure long lasting and industry leading durability.
Upper closeout hinges allow convenient access to overhead cabinets and onboard equipment.
Hinged or removeable farebox partition panels allow for ease of access to farebox for maintenance needs.

AROWGuard Max

Available as: Full Fixed or Slide Stow

Designed to provide the driver with maximum protection using our legacy designs, the AROWGuard Max features an enhanced glass system that extends out of the swinging door unit as far forward to the windshield as possible. The design also has a polycarbonate panel at the top of the door that provides even more protection and minimizes risk by extending as close to the ceiling as possible.

Features

Extends as far forward and as close to the ceiling as possible, while still swinging as a complete door unit / system.
Slider version is easy to operate, offering the driver quick protection in routine service or in the event of an emergency.
Slider version utilizes the time-tested and robust AROW Global rocker latch with added optional ergonomic release bar.

Extended Glass

Available as: Full Fixed or Slide Stow

Extended Glass offers a balanced approach to driver protection. It is an upgrade to standard glass with extension of the front edge of the glass to the edge of the door or minimal overhang into the fare box area.

Features

Available with D shape or P shape glass.

D Shape Extended Glass

P Shape Extended Glass

Standard Glass

Available as: Full Fixed or Slide Stow

Standard Glass offers an entry level approach to driver protection and is still the preferred option for certain agencies.

Features

Glazing permits unobstructed view of the curb-side mirrors for operators included in the 95th percentile of the operator population in accordance with SAE J941.