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Lockers

Lockers provide security and dry storage for the bike and its accessories. Locker aesthetics are not appropriate for all locations and can obstruct lines of sight. Galvanised & powder steel, moulded plastic or advanced composite material.

Typical Context of Use
Open Access. Public spaces as schools colleges, councils and supermarkets, transport interchanges. Installation: fixing bolts into ground.

Typical Length of Stay
Short / medium / long.

Number of Bikes per Unit
1 (can go to 2).

Approximate Cost per Bike
£480–£1250+ (Basic cycle locker system to high- tech security system).

Locking Opportunities / Lock Compatibility
Good - two wheels and frame.
All types of locks.

Ease of Use / Time to Lock
Quite easy to use.
2-3 minutes to lock.

Strengths
• Safe and secure
• Durable / lifetime 5-30 years depending on finish and context of use
• Dry place for bicycle and its accessories

Weaknesses
• Locker aesthetics
• Take space
• Relatively expensive

Useful References
www.cycle-works.com
www.cyclesafe.com
www.broxap.com