UNIVERSAL TAU-II FAMILY OF CRASH CUSHIONS

A COMPLETE FAMILY OF REDIRECTIVE, NON-GATING CRASH CUSHIONS TO SHIELD ALMOST ANY HAZARD
The Redirective, Non-Gating, Universal TAU-II Crash Cushion Family consists of a full line of Impact Attenuators designed to meet the requirements of NCHRP Report 350, TL-2 & TL-3. This family of crash cushions is available in lengths and capacities for both low and high-speed applications from 50-113 km/h (30-70 mph). The TAU-II Family of Crash Cushions can shield hazards with widths up to 2.6 m (102”). TAU-II Non-Gating Redirective Systems are ideally suited for roadway hazards such as the ends of rigid concrete barriers, steel barrier, bridge piers, signs, etc.

 

Features

• Minimum number of anchors needed to secure system
• Can be installed over expansion joints
• Low profile foundation ideal for deployment on bridge decks
• Numerous transition options
• Reusable nose standard
• Uses standard, non-proprietary transitions

 

Where to Use

To shield concrete barrier or guardrail ends in medians, side of road or gore areas in asphalt or on concrete roads. Can be installed as a permanent or temporary attenuator.

 

UNIVERSAL TAU-II SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

• Classification - Redirective, Non-Gating, Partially Reusable (R-NG-PR) Impact Attenuator
• TL-3 Length - 7.3 m / 23’ 10”
• Width - 0.7 - 3 m / 27 - 102”
• Height - 800 mm / 31 1/2”
• TL-3 Weight - 1225 kg / 2700 lb.
• Test Level - NCHRP 350 TL 1 / 2 / 3

 

For more information visit
www.barriersystemsinc.com/tau-ii-crash-cushion