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When they think about bike racks, Perth WA business owners and property managers may be surprised to learn about their potential draw for increased business. In recent years, we have seen a real move towards the adoption of greener technology and cycling certainly fits into that category. Installing will boost your green credentials, but there are other ways that you can see a real increase in productivity and even create new revenue streams.
Who Will Use These Racks?
There are many people now that use their bikes for commuting, shopping, and leisure. These cyclists are looking for places to securely lock their bikes, and they are not shy about spending money with cycle friendly businesses. Also, employees can be encouraged to cycle to work if they have somewhere to lock up their bikes. Cycling is great for general health, healthy workers take less sick days, and they are far more productive.
The 3 Bike Parking Categories
Essentially, parking can be broken down into three broad categories.
Bike bollard or racks for short term parking.
Bike lockers for long term parking.
Bike lockups for long term parking.
As you can see, one of the key defining characteristics here is the duration of the parking time required. This should factor into your choice as you go forward, longer term bike parking requires a more secure parking solution.
Short Term Parking
This typically occurs out in the open; it's suitable for bike parking for two hours or less, and it's usually a bike rack that's used. This type of parking is convenient because there may be lots of these bike racks around in a busy town or city. The level of security for determined cycle thieves can be low if the cyclist doesn't have good locks. Any cyclist using these basic racks needs to thoroughly understand how their lock work best and they cannot leave any items attached to the bike.
Long Term Parking
This type of bike parking is often sheltered with additional protection, and it's ideal for storage for longer than two hours. There are two forms of storage, and lockups. Some typical example here would include bike rooms, shelters, and parking stations. These parking options offer enhanced security against even the most dedicated of bike thieves. Also, because the space is enclosed, they offer a way to store peripheral items, such as helmets, panniers and spare clothing.
If they are looking for bicycle racks for sale, Perth based business owners and managers should contact us here at Image Bollards. We can supply and install a wide variety of high quality safety and security equipment, including bike racks. All of our product range is manufactured to exacting standards making them fully compliant with Australian rules and regulations. Our team is standing by to discuss your project needs in greater detail, and they will be happy to answer any further question that you may have.
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