Pedestrian Safety · Smart School Zone

Help students arrive to and from school safely — every time

Crosswalk systems that activate on schedule, radar speed signs that calm traffic and LED-enhanced signage that make school zones unmistakable. One connected ecosystem, all managed remotely.

School-zone crossing with flashing BlinkerSign and RRFBs

Choose the system components you need

Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs), School Crosswalk BlinkerSigns or BlinkerBeacons, all scheduled to flash when your school zones are active. Enhancements like Crosswalk Illuminators and Pavement Markings bring an added layer of visibility in low-light conditions.

RRFB-XL2 · BlinkerSign · BlinkerBeacon · SafeWalk Crosswalk Illuminator · VizMark Pavement Marking Enhancement · Scheduled activation · Solar or AC power

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The BlinkerRadar Driver Feedback System shows drivers their speed and flashes an alert if they're surpassing the speed limit. Set it to operate on a schedule, so it's automatically active whenever your school zone is.

12" feedback digits · Time clock, radar or both · BlinkerBeacon or BlinkerSign alert

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Portable Radar Speed Signs from our Speed Reduction Portfolio — with scheduled school zone activation hours, cloud-accessible data collection and custom messaging capabilities available.

11–24" digits · Scheduled speed limits · Speed and volume data collection · Custom messaging capabilities

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SmartZone for Schools (All Traffic Solutions): radar speed displays with audible alerts that warn students as well as drivers, scheduled from the cloud.

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Activation Time clockRadar detection24/7Time clock and radar
Alerts BlinkerBeaconBlinkerSignBlinkerRadarRRFB
Power ACSolar
Connected vehicle CVI-ready

Crosswalk Illumination

Don't let low light get in the way of student safety

Dark mornings and early sunsets shouldn’t put students at risk. SafeWalk® Crosswalk Illuminators automatically light the crosswalk when a pedestrian is detected in low light, while illuminated signs keep crossings visible from dusk to dawn.

Every Smart School Zone system includes Smart Hub

Remote managementManage every device from the office
Instant alertsKnow when anything needs attention
Data & reportsProve the program to your board
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do we choose the right measures for our school zones?

Every school zone is different, so start by identifying its specific risks, location, and environment. Our guide, Building a Safe School Zone Environment, walks you through the steps and shows which systems address which safety concerns. Our in-house experts can also help you build a tailored plan, and we offer free site evaluations.

Do we need Smart Hub?

Your systems will still work without it, but Smart Hub saves you time and gives you confidence they’re running exactly as intended. Smart Hub is what lets you manage your systems remotely, check status and health anytime, easily access data reporting, and schedule operation to match your school zone hours.

Are the systems MUTCD-compliant?

Yes, all of our School Zone Systems are MUTCD-compliant.

Can the systems follow the school calendar?

Yes. Schedule activations in advance in Smart Hub, adjust in real time for early dismissals and snow days, and see when schedules were overridden.

What about speeding, not just crossings?

Speeding is a common problem in school zones. Radar Speed Signs calm traffic in reduced-speed zones where drivers need to pay close attention. BlinkerRadar pairs these signs with beacons that flash at speeding drivers, giving them a warning they can't miss. The signs also collect traffic data, so you can measure results and see exactly where and when additional measures may be needed.

Need help configuring a system for your school zones?

Our experts are here to help. Simply tell us what your key school zone safety concerns are, and we'll work together with you to create a tailored system built to keep your students safe.

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Keep every system covered

TAPCO offers worry-free service for optimized system longevity, with dedicated assistance from our network of experienced technicians.

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