Retro-reflective system for increasing safety of a railroad crossing, and associated method
A retro-reflective system for increasing the safety of a railroad crossing includes at least one railroad crossing panel. A sealer is applied to a prepared surface of the railroad crossing panel. An adhesive applied over the sealer after the sealer is partially cured adheres a retro-reflective material thereto. The retro-reflective material increases visibility of the railroad crossing. Anti-skid elements may also be applied over the adhesive, to provide enhanced traction for vehicles or pedestrians traversing the railroad crossing.
1. A method for increasing safety of a railroad crossing, comprising:
preparing one or more surfaces of the railroad crossing;
applying a sealer to the surface;
partially curing the sealer;
applying an adhesive to the partially cured sealer;
applying one or more elements to the adhesive; and
allowing the sealer and adhesive to cure.
2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the elements comprise retro-reflective elements.
3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the retro-reflective elements comprise glass beads.
4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the elements comprise anti-skid elements.
5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the anti-skid elements comprise an abrasive material.
6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sealer comprises a polymer-concrete.
7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sealer comprises an epoxy resin.
8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sealer comprises urethane.
9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the surface is a top surface of a field panel.
10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the surface is a top surface of a gage panel.
11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the steps of preparing and applying the sealer repair damage to the surface.