W|ECO Low Profile Arrow Board Skids are full-size arrow boards on a frame that fits under a folding attenuator on a truck bed or trailer. The arrow board frame pivots the display panel up to the vertical position when deployed, and down to horizontal for transport. The low height of the transport position allows equipment such as an attenuator to be temporarily stowed above the arrow board. All Wanco Skid-Mounted Arrow Boards are self-powered, requiring no wiring to an external power supply. The control panel may be installed inside the truck cab or outside on the skid frame.
Eco-friendly
W|ECO arrow boards use Wanco’s high-efficiency LED lights and sealed batteries. Exclusive to Wanco, each LED consumes 85% less power than those used on traditional arrow boards. As a result, W|ECO arrow boards use fewer, smaller batteries than traditional arrow boards.
Smaller and fewer batteries results in greatly reduced lead content — 80% less, when compared to traditional arrow board batteries. Additionally, W|ECO batteries are fully sealed and will not leak or spill. Because they require no maintenance, W|ECO batteries last longer with fewer replacements.
During the manufacturing process, Wanco products are powder coated, not painted. Powder coating emits near-zero volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and nearly all over-spray is reclaimed and reused.
Finally, when a W|ECO arrow board reaches the end of its useful life — usually because of a collision (we have never seen one wear out) — nearly every component can be recycled.
Wanco Arrow Boards set the highest standards of quality and performance in the industry.
Features
Full-size arrow boards
15-light and 25-light models
Low profile when stowed
Self-powered
Meets MUTCD
Operation
High-output amber LEDs
Selection of arrow and other display patterns
Easy to operate and maintain
Heavy-duty hand-winch with safety brake allows one person to raise board
Single locking device holds arrow board in place while operating and during transport
Controller can be located inside truck cab
Control box outputs have short-circuit protection, helping prevent blown transistors
Arrow display has automatic dimming
Power System
Energy-efficient operation results in long run times
Solar panels charge batteries automatically without intervention
System disconnects solar charging system from batteries when they are fully charged, preventing over-charging and damage to batteries
Unique system allows battery charging with solar panels or commercial power
Power system includes reverse polarity protection and low-voltage disconnect circuit
Controller has resettable fuses
Solar charging system features solid state voltage regulator with charge indicator
Maintenance
Sealed batteries are 100% maintenance-free
Durable powder-coat finish resists the elements
In travel position, unique design supports board without rear braces, reducing possibility of damage during transport or storage
Lamps and visors are easily replaced
Environmental
Consumes 80% less power than traditional solar arrow boards