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The drive to maximise the use of public transport to reduce urban congestion now also forms part of the Carbon Reduction strategy of many local authorities - however access has often been cited as a reason why the uptake of public transport is limited especially amongst the visually impaired and disabled. This is despite the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA) which requires measures to be taken to improve access for these very groups.

The Brett Kassel Kerb represents a major advance in public transport access and convenience by significantly improving passenger safety, especially for the disabled and visually impaired, whilst its unique design profile reduces expensive wear and tear on vehicle tyres substantially cutting overheads for bus and coach operators. In achieving this the speed of access is also increased enabling the transport system to operate more efficiently.

The Brett Kassel Kerb works by guiding vehicles into the optimal stopping position thereby reducing the vertical and horizontal gap between the bus platform and the pavement to just 50mm - less than the typical gap between platform and pavement on most tram systems. The results are safer, faster and easier passenger, wheelchair and pushchair access, providing a more efficient and accessible community transport service without the expense of installing a fixed track system.

Available in 160mm and 180mm high versions and available with either a smooth concrete finish or in natural Granite with a wide range of accessories to allow for a smooth transition into standard kerb profiles the Kassel Kerb system is a must when designing public transit programmes.