Case Study (Foreign) Brazilian bus terminal

Mission As one of the busiest, most-visited bus terminals in the world, the Tiet Interstate Bus Terminal in Sao Paulo, Brazil, needed a world-class video security system. In addition to the security component and the ability to efficiently allocate resources in emergency situations, the video system also needed to help managers improve employee training and increase operations efficiencies. Solution Opening a new operations center in 2004, the terminal uses a combination of 61 Pelco cameras, digital video recorders and monitors for an around-the-clock video security provide presence. powerful Spectra III Positioning capabilities, Systems and color/black-white models, high-resolution fixed cameras and DX7100 Series Digital Video Recorders were also used. Result The use of such a combination of video security technology facilitates the security operations at the Terminal expedites incident response time and contributes to an increased sense of safety and security for passengers and employees alike. Operators and security personnel now have the ability to view everything taking place inside the day/night

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buildings as well as to detect problems and rapidly trigger appropriate personnel response. Monitoring also extends to vehicle traffic around the terminal as well as to escalators, elevators, sound systems and firefighting equipment.

Municipal Bus Terminal, Kanazawa, Japan

The Goal: A Commitment to the Environment and Good Design
When the Kanazawa Municipal Government sought to build a business terminal, it had two important goals in mind. It wanted to build a bus terminal with an environmentally friendly technology that would be a statement for the future of Kanazawa. At the same time, however, the Municipal Government did not wish to compromise on the aesthetic appearance of the building.

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PROJECT OVERVIEW Location: Kanazawa, Japan Completed: March, 2005 Owners: Kanazawa Municipal Government Installer: A joint venture between Chisansya, Oka Gumi and Honjin Jutako System Size: 112 kilowatts Number of panels: 3,000 Product: Suntech See Thru Photovoltaic Glazing Energy Saved: 86,465 kilowatt hours annually BENEFITS 86,465 kilowatt hours saved annually Reduction of 686 tons of carbon dioxide over a 20 year period Supports the city of Kanazawas goal of building sustainable public buildings Reduces Kanazawa Municipalitys exposure to rising energy prices in the future Significant reduction of Kanazawa Terminals carbon footprint

Case Study (Local)

Due to the large network of roads and highways in the Philippines, bus travel has become a preferred mode of exploring the country, especially for those on a budget. There are different kinds of buses to choose from, from luxury liners where you can enjoy long road trips on lazy boy chairs, or simple buses with air conditioning and movie entertainment. For those on a really low budget, they can also opt to go on open-air buses, which are significantly cheaper than air conditioned buses.

Most people who travel by bus fall into the lower class demographics, mainly because they cannot afford to travel by plane. A large percentage have come to Manila for work, leaving behind their families in the province. Because of this, bus travel provides a cheaper alternative for them to see their family back home for days or weeks at a time. However, there is also a small percentage of those in the middle class who travel by bus, mainly because it provides a unique way of seeing the country side and a fun option for road trips. Its also a practical choice for those traveling in large groups, considering the rising gas prices today. Many of the local bus companies offer charting services for large groups as well, such as for company outings and special trips with a large group. The continually developing roads around the country have made bus travel the most practical choice for seeing the many tourist spots around the Philippines. Within the cities of Manila, it is quite obvious that buses dominate the highways and major streets. There are a number of bus terminals that can take one to almost any point in Luzon. Longer trips spanning more than 4 hours usually stop over for 30 minutes to pick up and drop off other passengers, and in these stopovers you can also expect to use a public bathroom. Its highly advisable to avoid drinking large amounts of fluids because one cant just ask the bus driver to stop in the nearest bathroom. Ask the bus liner where and how often the bus will be stopping over during the course of your travel. Bus Types There are basically 3 types of buses: 1. New air conditioned official buses with TV 2. The older non-air con official buses 3. Private buses

Safety Tips Traveling by bus also

means that one must practice safety precautions. Generally, bus travel in the Philippines is safe, but its important to never compromise safety just as you would in other modes of public transportation. Before you hop onto a bus, its recommended that you give the telephone number of the bus company and bus number to a family member in case of any emergencies. Also, when en route to your destination, never publicly display that you are carrying a big amount of money and also dont wear expensive or flashy jewelry, clothing, and accessories. Especially in cases of long bus trips, be sure to carry change including coins and small bills for stopovers and when you want to purchase snacks and meals along the way. Lastly, dress down and try as much as possible to avoid attracting a lot of attention to yourself. Onboard Entertainment When it comes to entertainment options, these are quite limited and vary depending on the kind of bus you are taking. Most buses are equipped with one television so that everyone can watch television or a DVD. Other than that, radios are the only other entertainment option aboard the bus. Estimated Bus Fares Bus fares are very modest. Currently the fare is about 1km = PHP 1.00. Bus Terminals in Metro Manila

Bus companies have several terminals scattered throughout Luzon. Within Metro Manila, one can find bus stops in the following locations: 1. Alabang 2. FTI 3. Baclaran 4. Magallanes 5. EDSA Shaw Boulevard 6. Ortigas Avenue 7. Las Pinas 8. Cubao 9. Coastal Road 10. Pasig 11. Novaliches 12. SM Fairview 13. PhilCoa 14. UP Diliman 15. Zapote 16. Taft Avenue These are just some of the bus stops around the Greater Manila Area (GMA). They are very easy to find. The bus fare for travel within GMA is around PhP15 upwards, depending on the bus facilities and the distance of travel.