STEP Into School Zone Safety
Every school day begins and ends with the same responsibility: ensuring students, staff, parents, and community members can travel safely through school zones. Summer is the ideal time to evaluate and upgrade traffic safety plans in preparation for the coming school year.
School Zone Safety doesn’t happen by accident – it starts with informed decisions!
That’s why Glenco launched STEP – our Safe Traffic Education Plan. STEP helps communities understand and address traffic safety challenges throughout the year. As summer arrives, we are taking STEPs to assess and repair School Zones while students are on vacation.
At Glenco Supply, we understand that school zone safety is more than a compliance requirement—it’s a commitment to protecting children.
For over 30 years, Glenco Supply has been a trusted provider of American-made traffic safety products, street signs, pedestrian safety systems, and municipal solutions throughout the Northeast. Backed by more than 75 years of family experience in the municipal supply industry, we help schools and communities implement practical, effective safety improvements that save lives.
School Zone Safety Solutions from Glenco Supply
School Zone Flashing Beacon Systems
Designed to increase driver awareness and reinforce reduced speed limits during critical arrival and dismissal periods, our School Zone Flashing Beacon Systems feature:
LED beacon lights positioned above and below school speed limit signs
Solar-powered operation with battery backup
Programmable timers for customized scheduling
Complete systems including poles and mounting hardware
These systems provide highly visible reminders that drivers are entering active school zones and help encourage compliance with posted speed limits.
Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs)
Crosswalks near schools demand extra attention. RRFB systems significantly improve driver awareness and pedestrian visibility by using bright, rapidly flashing LED arrays activated by pedestrians.
Glenco’s RRFB systems offer:
Solar or wire powered options
Wireless communication between units
Passive or push-button activation
NYSDOT-approved equipment options
Five-year warranties on LaneLight® products
Studies have shown that RRFB systems can increase driver yielding behavior dramatically while reducing pedestrian crashes at uncontrolled crossings. These systems are especially effective at school crosswalks and mid-block crossings.
In-Road Warning Lights (IRWL)
For locations requiring enhanced visibility, In-Road Warning Lights provide a powerfuladditional layer of protection.
Features include:
Bright LED warning lights embedded directly into the pavement
Pedestrian-activated flashing sequences
Below-grade installation designed to accommodate snowplowing operations
Minimal maintenance requirements
Five-year warranties on LaneLight® systems
IRWL technology creates an unmistakable visual alert directly within the driver’s line of sight, improving awareness of pedestrians in crosswalks.
Beyond Beacons
Glenco Supply offers a complete portfolio of products to support school safety initiatives, including:
MUTCD-compliant traffic and school signs
High-visibility pedestrian crossing signs
Radar speed feedback signs
Traffic paint and thermoplastic pavement markings
Speed humps and traffic calming devices
Sign reface programs
Posts, brackets, hardware, and installation accessories
Custom sign fabrication through our in-house sign shop
Our mission is simple: We deliver safety.
From initial consultation and product selection to implementation guidance, Glenco works alongside school districts, municipalities, and public works departments to develop practical solutions tailored to each community’s needs.
As student safety concerns continue to grow, proactive investments in school zone infrastructure can make a measurable difference in reducing risks and improving driver behavior.
If your district is evaluating school zone enhancements, planning summer improvements, or preparing for the upcoming school year, Glenco Supply is ready to help you STEP into School Zone Safety!
