Case Study – Commuter Railway
Western Grater Contracting, a subsidiary of Norland Limited, is based on the outskirts of Victoria, British Columbia. For over 30 years they have been meeting the
WoodsCan Hornet Emergency Station Kit Case Study
Western Grater Contracting, a subsidiary of Norland Limited, is based on the outskirts of Victoria, British Columbia. For over 30 years they have been meeting the
Will an air horn scare off coyotes?
Coyotes can hear sounds from much farther away - potentially three times farther or more depending on conditions - while human hearing drops off much sooner, especially for faint noises. It is one of their key survival tools. An air horn is an effective and harmless means of scaring coyotes away. The 121 decibel WoodsCan
How long does an air horn last?
A typical 8 oz disposable air horn will last about 90 seconds at best depending on how long it has been stored and slowly leaking and losing propellant over time, and there is a catch. Using it continuously will cause it to freeze-up, especially in cold weather, within about 10 seconds. When this happens the
Not All Air Horns Are Created Equal
Disposable compressed gas air horns have proven to be unreliable and are extremely bad for the environment. A single 5 oz. can will only last a minute or so at best, it may not work at all in cold weather, and its sound volume diminishes the longer you use it. It also uses an extremely potent greenhouse gas as a propellant versus the WoodsCan Hornet rechargeable electric air horn only uses air, and it will reliably...
What type of air horn works best in a wide range of temperatures?
In summary, a rechargeable electric air horn, like the WoodsCan Hornet air horn, performs best in a broad range of temperatures (hot and cold) versus aerosol canister air horns. Here's why: In cold weather, gas air horns lose pressure so they sound weaker, don't last as long, can freeze up, and may not work at
Why isn’t the Hornet air horn charged using a USB-C cable?
Think of the Hornet air horn more as a "power tool" like a cordless drill than a bike light or mobile phone. The power requirements are high and it is very difficult for a USB-C charging system to achieve this. In addition, a USB-C charging port is not very rugged for this application, and could
How long will the battery stay charged if I don’t use the Hornet air horn?
The Hornet air horn has a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery that will retain up to 90% of its charge even after a year in storage at room temperature. With prolonged exposure to cold temperatures, it can lose as much as 30% of its charge but it will still operate normally. Simply recharge it to get it
Are air horns dangerous in hot weather?
Yes, air horns can become dangerous in hot weather, depending on the type of horn and the conditions. Rechargeable air horns, such as the WoodsCan Hornet, are much safer and more reliable than disposable aerosol canister air horns. Here’s what to know: Aerosol Canister Air Horns (most common handheld type): These contain a compressed gas
How are hand held air horns used for construction safety?
Handheld air horns like the Hornet rechargeable electric air horn are a common and effective tool in construction safety for signaling, alerting, and communicating across noisy job sites. Here are examples of how they’re typically used: Emergency Alerts Evacuations: If there is an emergency, such as a fire, hazardous material spill, or structural concern, air