<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Shelterra inc]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shelterra inc]]></description><link>https://www.shelterrainc.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:56:11 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.shelterrainc.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How Much Does A Bus Shelter Cost In 2026? A Municipal Budgeting Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bus shelter cost in 2026 is not a single catalogue number because a municipality may price only the manufactured shelter or a complete installed project. A defensible budget separates the base structure from glazing, seating, finishes, lighting, engineering, packaging, freight, foundations, site work, and installation, then confirms the total with a project-specific quote. KEY TAKEAWAYS A quoted shelter price and the total installed project cost are different figures and should be shown...]]></description><link>https://www.shelterrainc.com/post/bus-shelter-cost-municipal-budget-guide-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a97e7c89c8db6195f837d75</guid><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:12:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/40c868_6033c731e4df4d06afa52556c9e312ed~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_526,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mediaforce Ads</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Things Every Transit Shelter Rfp Should Specify Before It Goes Out In 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[A transit shelter RFP is a procurement document that sets out required performance, materials, accessibility, submittals, schedule, warranty, service, and evaluation methods before bidders price the work. Clear requirements help municipalities compare like-for-like proposals and limit avoidable changes, while jurisdiction-specific code and funding clauses should be reviewed by the agency’s procurement and accessibility teams. KEY TAKEAWAYS A complete RFP defines scope, site interfaces,...]]></description><link>https://www.shelterrainc.com/post/transit-shelter-rfp-specifications-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a97c60eacc6b4f2b18f0c1b</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:55:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/40c868_943b4a8b0a034199922025b6471c14d0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_544,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mediaforce Ads</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[In-House Manufacturing Vs. Subcontracted Fabrication: What It Means For Your Shelter Order]]></title><description><![CDATA[In-house manufacturing means a supplier directly performs and manages the core shelter-production stages rather than purchasing a completed structure from an outside fabricator. Depending on the manufacturer and contract, those stages can include drawings, metal fabrication, finishing, assembly, packaging, project management, logistics, and installation. Compared with subcontracted fabrication, this can reduce handoffs and make accountability easier to trace, but it does not automatically...]]></description><link>https://www.shelterrainc.com/post/in-house-manufacturing-vs-subcontracted-fabrication</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a97c2f0dc7f71450b49d730</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 06:37:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/40c868_51b590f5268f4239a5cdd86c0ae994dd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_555,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mediaforce Ads</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bus Shelter Manufacturing In Manitoba: What Local Municipalities Should Know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bus shelter manufacturing in Manitoba provides municipalities with a practical way to work with a local design, fabrication, logistics, and installation team while keeping specifications and project responsibilities visible. Proximity can support faster communication and site coordination, but it does not automatically mean lower cost, shorter lead times, or procurement preference. Key takeaways A nearby manufacturer can make design reviews, site coordination, and issue resolution easier, but...]]></description><link>https://www.shelterrainc.com/post/bus-shelter-manufacturing-manitoba</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a97bfcaacc6b4f2b18efd75</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:21:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/40c868_f1d83a887dc04244889eafcf805bac8f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_564,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mediaforce Ads</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Is Hammerglass®? The Impact-Resistant Glazing Behind Modern Bus Shelters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hammerglass® is a nano-surface-treated polycarbonate glazing material used in bus shelters where municipalities need clear sightlines, high impact resistance, and low maintenance. Its silicon oxide surface coating is designed to improve scratch, chemical, and UV resistance compared with uncoated polycarbonate, while the shelter frame and panel thickness still require project-specific engineering. Key takeaways Hammerglass® is polycarbonate with a silicon oxide surface treatment, not a mineral...]]></description><link>https://www.shelterrainc.com/post/what-is-hammerglass-bus-shelter-glazing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a97be95acc6b4f2b18efa49</guid><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 06:16:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/40c868_cefa5a76894d4c408e71ce7dad5640d0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_539,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mediaforce Ads</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is a transit shelter? A municipal buyer's guide for 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[A transit shelter is a purpose-built waiting structure at a public transportation stop that shields riders from rain, snow, wind, and sun while providing visibility, seating, route information, and accessible circulation. For municipalities and transit agencies, it is a public asset that should fit the site, applicable standards, maintenance plan, and procurement process. Key takeaways A transit shelter can combine weather protection with visibility, accessible clear space, seating, and rider...]]></description><link>https://www.shelterrainc.com/post/transit-shelter-municipal-buyers-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a97b535dc7f71450b49b539</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:36:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/40c868_9365386e81a9402d9396b5beb3c14d6c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_520,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mediaforce Ads</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>