Search PRODUCTS INDUSTRIES EVENTS SUPPORT CONTACT US HOMEPRODUCTSAUTOMATED FLAGGERAUTOMATED FLAGGER Automated Flagger WAFD DOWNLOAD BROCHURE The Wanco Automated Flagger Assistance Device (AFAD) is a portable flagging station that removes the traditional human flagger from the road while providing motorists with clear guidance through a temporary traffic control (TTC) zone. As a result, the Wanco AFAD not only improves worker safety but also lowers costs by limiting liability and exposure for personnel. SEE MORE DETAIL Drawbar tandem towing where allowed by local regulations Prev 1 2 3 4 Next Features Removes human flagger from the road Wireless or cabled remote control Intuitive easy-to-use controller Battery powered and solar charging Tandem tow or optional nestled tow Transport Extremely portable, can be towed by most vehicles Compact trailer is easy to maneuver Tow one trailer or two trailers Setup Leveling jacks raise trailer tires off the ground to provide stability Heavy-duty hand-winch allows one person to easily raise and lower the sign and signal lights Single auto-locking device holds the tower in place while operating and during transport Gate arm remains attached during transport and for storage Gate arm extension can be removed and stowed Easy sync with wireless controller Full deployment by one person takes just a few minutes Operation Remote control allows human flagger to remain off the road Wireless controller and cable-connected controller both included Flexible operation allows any combination of one or two operators and AFADs 12-inch red and yellow LED signal lights are highly visible Operator can enable haul-road crossing mode Intrusion alarm activated from wireless controller Wireless controller Full-color touchscreen with high-resolution display Intuitive easy-to-use interface Large AFAD buttons continuously indicate gate position and signal light behavior Prohibited operations are “grayed out” and inactive When two AFADs are controlled by one operator, the main control screen prevents both AFAD gates from opening at the same time Continuous display of wireless signal strength, power indicators, and system alerts Large “All Stop” button closes any open gate Individual vehicle-intrusion alarm buttons for each connected AFAD Cabled controller Single large button opens and closes gate When cable is connected to control box, prevents wireless control Power system Battery powered and solar charging Energy-efficient operation results in long run times Solar panel charges batteries automatically without intervention Charging system shuts down when batteries are fully charged, preventing damage Power system allows battery charging with solar panel or commercial power Cooling fan protects battery charger from overheating Battery box includes cradle and charger for wireless controller Battery box can be locked to prevent unauthorized access Maintenance Standard trailer tires Bolt-on fenders can be replaced if damaged Durable powder-coat finish resists the elements Applications Bridge maintenance Pavement patching operations Temporary traffic control zones Partial road closures Haul road crossings Options LIGHTS Signals backplate Rear indicator light GATE ARM Short arm extension Fluorescent orange flag POWER SYSTEM Choice of battery types and configurations Additional solar 45-amp battery charger High-security battery box TOWING Combo-hitch for 2-inch ball and 2 1/2-inch pintle hook Heavy-duty lunette ring for 3-inch pintle hook Rear tandem-tow hitch Nestled dual-tow bar SOME OPTIONS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR AFTERMARKET INSTALLATION. PLEASE CONSULT FACTORY. SPECIFICATIONS DOWNLOAD FULL SPECS WEIGHT Approx. 875 lb (397kg) CONSTRUCTION Trailer MIG-welded steel tubing Finish Oven-baked powder coating Tow hitch 2-inch ball coupler Tires ST175/80D13 GATE ARM Rectangular PVC tubing, 3" × 2⅛" (76 × 54mm) H × D SIGNAL LIGHTS Lamps 12-inch LED Red top light Yellow bottom light Housing Yellow polycarbonate with hinged door access to lamp and wiring Visor Tunnel type, extending 9.75" (248mm) from door surface Flash rate 50 times per minute 50% duty cycle REGULATORY SIGN Size 24" × 36" (61 × 91cm) W × H Design Standard R10-6 “STOP HERE ON RED” sign Material Aluminum sheet, 0.080 in (2 mm) thick, with white high-intensity reflective coating INTRUSION SIREN/HORN Sound 1-tone siren, 110 dB Power 15W, 12Vdc WIRELESS CONTROLLER Display 4.3-inch resistive touchscreen 480 × 272 pixels Radio transmission 915MHz, 10Kbps Range 1000 ft (305m) range from controller to AFAD trailer CABLED CONTROLLER Function Single push-button Connection Quick-connect cable 15 ft (4.6m) cable length POWER Batteries Four 6 Vdc deep-cycle Group 24 batteries, wired in parallel and series for a 12-volt system Battery capacity 416 Ah total Solar panel One 85W panel SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. PRODUCTS INDUSTRIES EVENTS SUPPORT ABOUT WANCO CAREERS CONTACT US HOME COPYRIGHT © 2021 WANCO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.