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SAFEGUARD SABRE

No one provides better protection for children on school buses than IMMI’s SafeGuard. That’s why more districts trust us for 3-point lap-shoulder belts, integrated child seats, and portable restraints. SafeGuard school bus seats are not only designed to keep children safer, but they have the benefits of improving behavior, reducing bullying, and minimizing driver distraction.

Blue Bird Makes SafeGuard Sabre Seats Standard Safety Equipment on All Buses.

SafeGuard Sabre is the trusted school bus seat of choice on Blue Bird. Partnering with IMMI, Blue Bird offers SafeGuard’s lap-shoulder belts as standard safety equipment on their school buses. Starting in the fall of 2024, Blue Bird school buses come equipped with SafeGuard Sabre seats featuring three-point lap-shoulder belts. Not only do lap-shoulder belts provide additional protection for students, they also contribute to better behavior on the bus.

SBR-I INFO SHEET SBR-U INFO SHEET

STANDARD SAFETY

SafeGuard Sabre seats are designed with SmartFrame Plus Technology and TattleTale® indicators, providing superior protection by absorbing impact energy more effectively. Along with customizable designs and best-in-class maintenance accessibility, these seats ensure both safety and convenience.

With this initiative, Blue Bird and IMMI are committed to delivering the highest level of safety and peace of mind for schools, parents, and most importantly, the students who rely on our buses every day.

WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK!

SafeGuard Sabre offers a variety of seat back options to perfectly accommodate the unique needs of your students and transportation requirements.  From base to 3 Point Seat Belts to Integrated Child Seats … We’ve Got Your Back!

SEE THE VISION
Here’s an in depth look at our Vision Steering Wheel and how it improves comfort and safety for bus drivers.

Flat bottom design allows for more driver space and comfort

4Front INFO SHEET

DIAMETER:
HORIZONTAL                 VERTICAL
16.7”                                15.9″
424mm                             404mm

DEPTH W/O HUB:
3.36”
92.2mm

GRIP OPTIONS:
Polyurethane Molded Foam
Leather Wrap

EMBLEM OPTIONS:
Integrated Horn Pad

Emblem: Custom Logo, Horn Trumpet, or Blank Emblem Sizes: Round 46mm

APPLICATION OPTIONS:
IMMI 4Front Driver Airbag-Ready

Available with black or chrome control pod trim ring Standard or Custom Control Pads

Keep Safety in the 4Front

SafeGuard is proud to introduce 4Front™, the industry’s first frontal driver airbag designed specifically for school buses. This groundbreaking system reduces the risk of serious chest injury by up to 82%, helping ensure that every driver makes it home safely.

Built for the realities of school bus operation, IMMI’s 4Front frontal airbag enhances protection during frontal collisions—where the size and weight of these vehicles can lead to severe impact forces. By adding an advanced layer of safety, 4Front significantly reduces the risk of injury to drivers when it matters most.

Demonstrate your commitment to safety on every route. With 4Front, you’re prioritizing driver well-being and setting a new standard for protection—making it a critical addition to any school bus focused on a safer, more secure driving experience.

 

SafeGuard Product Code Breakdown

The product code SBRU.TH.39.TRKL.12D.YL.NICS.(3)3PT.GRY.BLK.FBK describes a bus seat assembly (ASM) with various components for differentiation, ordering, and tracking, including fool-proofing for the MES (Manufacturing Execution System). Here’s the breakdown of the components based on this smart description:
  • SBRU (SABRE-U): Specifies the platform the bus seat.
  • TH (OEM): Indicates the OEM Bus Manufacture 
  • 39 (Seat Size): Refers to the size of the seat in inches.
  • TRKL (Seat Mounting): Describes the mounting type for the seat.
  • 12D (Seat Back Angle): Indicates the seat back angle in degrees.
  • YL (Integrated Child Seat Latch Option): Specifies the option for an integrated child seat latch, with “YL” Meaning YES LATCH
  • NICS (Restraint Option): Refers to the restraint system option, “No Integrated Child Seat” or a specific restraint type.
  • (3)3PT (Restraint Option, Belts): Indicates a 3-point restraint system with “(3)” denoting the seat belt quantity.
  • GRY (Cover Color, Primary): The primary cover color of the seat, which is gray.
  • BLK (Cover Color, Secondary): The secondary cover color, which is black.
  • FBK (Cover Material Type): Specifies the material type of the cover, FBK is a fire block vinyl.