Prior to this academic year, Wesleyan University often had more students enrolled than on-campus housing could accommodate. In an effort to remedy this situation, the University implemented a master plan initiative in 2004 which included additional housing to encourage students to live on site. The new Fauver Halls, named for their location on the University’s…
As communities continue to evolve, many organizations and cities are focused on identifying ways to support the movements of sustainability and alternative transportation. Currently, one of the most popular forms of alternative transportation is bicycling. Without a doubt, most everyone knows the benefits of cycling include a healthier lifestyle, fewer emissions, and lower stress levels,…
More people on bikes is a good thing, right? Well, bike advocates know that certain key pieces are particularly effective in encouraging more people to take up cycling. In addition to educational programs for cyclists and drivers alike and installing more bike lanes, secure bicycle parking is an important element to offer the cyclist peace…
A bike room in an office building, parking garage, apartment complex or college dormitory is a great way to add secure indoor bicycle storage. The right bike room layout can ensure bike parking is easy, safe, and secure. Talk to a Bike Room Design Specialist Bike Room Design Guidelines Site Locate the bike room near…
CycleSafe is pleased to introduce a new addition to our line of secure bicycle parking products: The Quad Hi-Density Bike Rack. Easy to load, simply place the bike into the innovative wheel guide and roll along the channel to secure the wheel and frame in place. Minimal moving parts increase access aisles with less maintenance…
A quality transportation system is a vital component to building a vibrant and successful community. Investment in mass transit becomes even more important for cities as more people are living and working in urban areas. For mid-sized cities like Grand Rapids, MI, developing a well connected and highly used bus system is key to a…
Vibrant and successful communities are designed for the people that live, work and play in them. They promote healthy living with walkable streets and bicycle infrastructure, and have acres of open space and parks for outdoor recreation. Neighborhood identities form organically, and housing, jobs, shops, and restaurants are located in close proximity. To move around…
A rich history of support for the arts and environmental stewardship exists in West Michigan, from both residents and local businesses, and often times the two go hand-in-hand. A clear example of this relationship is how the Forest Hills Public Schools System designed and built their Fine Arts Center, and how the Grand Rapids Ballet…
In 1982 CycleSafe won an award recognizing Innovation in New Product Design from The Society of the Plastics Industry. The SPI award was for the innovative construction of our reinforced plastics composite modular bicycle storage lockers that have significance in design, materials, processes, or market potential. A wide range of products showcasing the latest in…
We know you are busy and don’t have hours to waste tracking down planning documents. At CycleSafe, we are always looking for ways to make your life easier. That is why we have joined forces with CADdetails.com, a leading online resource for high quality design and planning documents. Whether you’re working on BIM objects, sketch-up…
