Adding a bus shelter to give protection and a place to wait is beneficial whether travelling to school, the office, a hospital, a railway station, the town centre, a sports ground, or a shopping centre. What are some key considerations to maximise the benefits of installing a bus shelter?
When should I add a bus shelter?
Bus shelters make a great addition to any waiting area. They are incredibly essential and beneficial when many people use the shelter. They are also essential in places where bus service is uncommon. So that passengers who may have to wait a long time for a bus have a comfortable and well-protected place to sit. A bus shelter becomes a necessary sanctuary for any waiting traveller in areas with a considerable number of senior passengers. In locations where there is regular rainfall or sweltering sunny days, a bus shelter becomes an essential haven for any waiting traveller.
What characteristics distinguish an excellent bus stop?
Following selecting a place for bus shelters, your company must consider the parameters of the bus shelter. First and foremost, a shelter should provide refuge from the elements, including the sun, rain, wind, hail, and snow. This can be achieved by having a sufficiently large roof and, if necessary, wind-protecting side panels. It should seem comfortable and safe to wait for transportation. The shelter should provide excellent visibility of both approaching transit and the surrounding environment to potential passengers. Bus stops should also provide information about which buses stop there and an up-to-date schedule. Some high-frequency bus shelters may additionally offer real-time information about bus arrival times.
In terms of design, a bus shelter should consist of very durable materials such as aluminium. This is inert to the elements and will not rust, deform, or degrade even when exposed to extreme weather. They should be low-maintenance, vandal-proof, and provide comfortable, functional seats for those who need assistance while waiting.
By including information about local activities or displaying local artists or triumphs, bus shelters add charm to where they are. With their advertising potential, bus shelters may be a great source of capital. They provide nonstop advertising 24 hours a day and, when in high-traffic places, are extremely useful in promoting events, services, new goods, and brands, to mention a few. While waiting for their transport, customers read in-depth advertising, view and are aware of advertisements, especially on frequent and repeating travels.
So now you know everything there is to know about Bus Shelters! We construct a broad range of steel structures, including bus shelters, at The Shelter Store, so if you’re looking for heavy-duty protection, give us a call on 0800 612 7503 and speak to one of our experts about your needs now.