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2013 Catalog

March 2013
The new and improved 2013 catalog has arrived! Read new information on our 2 and 4 wire EZ Comm products, our BullDog III with it's unmatched 5 year warranty, as well as the Model X2 mid-block crosswalk systems. We are excited to get the 2013 catalog published and into your hands.

2013 Catalog


Service Pack 1 Software Release

October 26, 2012
Polara is proud to present the official release of our Service Pack 1 (SP1) software enhancement update to the 2 Wire EZ Communicator Navigator System. This new software update brings a vast new array of features and enhancements to the Navigator system to enable more advanced configuration and greater ease of use in the setup and maintenance of the entire system.

SP1 contains many new features such as:

  • - Single PC-Application for all configuration functions, audio updates, and firmware updates.
  • - Simple EPBS and CCU2EN upgrade to SP1 using EZ510 and a single USB flash drive.
  • - Programmable calendar allowing multiple configurations enabled based on time of day, day of week, and holidays.
  • - Set configuration of an individual EPBS from the CCU2EN configuration page.
  • - Change or set the ID of an EPBS via USB connected to the EPBS.
  • - Support network functions for SNMP and SNTP.
  • - Enhanced security.
  • - Communication testing between CCU2EN and each EPBS.

The new Service Pack 1 feature enhancement software package has been released and is available from your local distributor. Click here for a list of your local distributors. If you are a distributor, click here to access the distributor login.


Polara Engineering Launches New Website for Distributors

March 11, 2012
Polara's website has been updated to better serve our distributors. Our online services now include full access to the tools and software for our traffic products. Authorized individuals are now able to instantly download the latest information and updates on Polara's line of products without having to request special download links.

If you would like online access to Polara's Distributor website, you may request access by filling out this online form. For instant evaluation, please contact us at (714) 521-0900 and speak with one of our customer service representatives.


Polara's Navigators Installed in New York City


Polara's Navigator APS was recently installed at 21 intersections in New York City, with plans to install the system at 25 additional intersections by year-end.

October 4, 2011
Polara's EZ Communicator Navigator APS was recently installed in 21 intersections across New York City, with plans to install at an additional 25 intersections across the five boroughs by year-end. The newest Navigator APS was installed at the intersection of 7th Avenue and 23rd Street in Manhattan, one of New York City's most dangerous intersections for pedestrians. New York City news station NY1 reported that from 2005 to 2009, 21 pedestrians had been injured at the intersection, and one had died.

At a recent press conference held at this same intersection, residents of the neighborhood and advocates of street safety applauded the ADA-compliant upgrade. A few individuals with visual impairments were also on hand to applaud the installation and encourage the city to continue their efforts to meet the needs of all pedestrians. In all, New York City has over 11,000 intersections. Installing Polara's Navigator APS would help ensure the safety of all pedestrians in New York City.



Polara's Navigator Featured on Extreme Makeover Home Edition

Polara's EZ Communicator Navigator APS was recently featured on Extreme Makeover Home Edition. After remodeling and upgrading the home of an individual with a visual disability, the producers of Extreme Makeover contacted the city to upgrade the nearby intersection with an Accessible Pedestrian System specifically outfitted for blind and visually impaired pedestrians.

Polara Engineering Owner John McGaffey was on hand to oversee the installation of the system and explain its features to the local citizens for whom it would be most beneficial. For more information on Polara's EZ Communicator Navigator APS or any of Polara's ADA-compliant pedestrian systems, please visit our Traffic page.