The Challenge
The City of Brandon issued a public tender for the supply and installation of modern bus shelters to improve comfort and safety for transit users across key locations in the city.
The shelters needed to meet strict municipal requirements for durability, accessibility, vandal resistance, and long-term maintenance. The structures also had to withstand Manitoba’s harsh climate conditions, including heavy snow loads, strong winds, and extreme temperature variations.
In addition to structural performance, the shelters were required to integrate functional urban elements such as seating, visibility for passengers and drivers, and space for transit information and advertising panels.
The Solution
After winning the municipal tender, Shelterra designed and manufactured a robust bus shelter system tailored to the City of Brandon’s operational and environmental requirements.
Each shelter features an all-aluminum structural frame, providing corrosion resistance and long service life with minimal maintenance.
Transparent Hammerglass panels were used for the walls and roof system. Hammerglass is significantly stronger than traditional glass, offering high impact resistance while maintaining excellent visibility and safety for passengers.
The shelters also integrate several functional components:
- vandal-resistant Hammerglass wall panels;
- durable aluminum frame construction;
- integrated bench seating;
- solar panel for independent power supply;
- LED lighting for improved nighttime visibility;
- space for transit information and advertising displays;
All shelters were engineered for secure bolt-down installation, ensuring stability and safety in public environments.
Additional processes included:
- All-aluminum corrosion-resistant construction;
- Impact-resistant Hammerglass panels;
- Integrated seating for passenger comfort;
- Solar panel and LED lighting system;
- Advertising display panels;
- Accessibility-friendly layout with mobility aid space;
- Weather protection for year-round transit use.
The Result
The completed shelters provide Brandon residents with a durable and comfortable waiting environment while improving the overall quality of the city’s public transit infrastructure.
The combination of aluminum structural frames and Hammerglass panels ensures long-term reliability, vandal resistance, and minimal maintenance requirements, critical factors for municipal infrastructure.
This project demonstrates Shelterra’s ability to deliver complete urban infrastructure solutions, from engineering and manufacturing to installation, meeting the strict standards required for public transportation environments.
FAQ
How do I get a price for the Brandon shelter?
Prices vary based on configuration (finish and options like solar panel and dual-sided advertising display). A customized quote will be provided according to the volume, time frame, and technical requirements of your project. Pricing for custom bus shelters reflects the specific options and configuration you select.
Is the Brandon a solar-powered shelter?
Yes. Among solar-powered bus shelter manufacturers, Shelterra builds the Brandon with an integrated adjustable rooftop solar panel system and LED lighting. This off-grid capability is a priority for solar-powered bus shelter manufacturers, making the shelters suitable for transit sites without a grid connection.
What is the Brandon shelter made from?
The base frame is fully welded from aluminum with a RAL powder-coat finish, and custom colours are available. Wall panels are 12 mm Hammerglass®, the roof panel is 8 mm Hammerglass®, and the optional advertising display is a dual-sided 6 mm Hammerglass® panel. As bus shelter manufacturers, we select these materials for durability and long service life in public environments. At Shelterra, we produce custom bus shelters tailored to each project's finish, size, and configuration requirements.
Is the shelter built for harsh climates?
Yes. The Brandon is designed for North American climates and engineered to withstand heavy snow loads, strong winds, and extreme temperature variations. The all-aluminum frame provides corrosion resistance and long service life with minimal maintenance.
Do solar bus shelters need a power connection?
No. Solar bus shelters, like the Brandon, use an integrated solar panel system to power the LED lighting independently. This makes the shelter suitable for transit sites without a nearby grid connection.
Are the panels vandal-resistant?
Yes. The Brandon uses vandal-resistant Hammerglass® panels, which are significantly stronger than traditional glass and provide high impact resistance while maintaining visibility. This makes the shelter well suited to demanding public transit environments.
Is the Brandon shelter ADA-compliant?
The Brandon has an ADA-compliant layout with dedicated mobility aid space. It uses secure bolt-down installation, and Shelterra provides on-site installation with a forklift-certified team working from approved drawings and foundation requirements.
What makes Shelterra different from other bus shelter suppliers?
Unlike bus shelter suppliers that outsource production, Shelterra manages design, engineering, fabrication, finishing, logistics, and installation in-house. This integrated process supports quality control and consistency across municipal and transit projects. It also positions Shelterra among solar bus shelter providers offering end-to-end delivery from a single 90,000+ sq ft facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba.