Traffic

Intelligent Traffic Control Systems for Safer, More Efficient Roads

Advanced Intelligent Traffic Control Systems

Intelligent traffic control systems are transforming the way cities and road networks manage vehicle flow, safety, and efficiency. By integrating advanced sensors, real-time data processing, and remote management capabilities, these systems enable dynamic responses to changing traffic conditions. Features such as variable message signs, automated alerts, and seamless integration with cameras and sensors help reduce congestion, improve road safety, and optimize traffic patterns. With low power consumption and compatibility with solar solutions, intelligent traffic control systems are ideal for both urban and remote locations. Their modular design allows for easy installation and scalability, ensuring that road authorities can adapt to future needs while maintaining high standards of reliability and sustainability.

Enhancing Road Safety with Intelligent Traffic Control

Intelligent traffic control systems are transforming the management of road networks by providing real-time adaptability to shifting traffic conditions. Through the integration of advanced sensors, remote communication, and automated control, these systems help optimize traffic flow, reduce congestion, and enhance overall road safety. Triplesign System prismatic variable message signs play a vital role in these solutions, delivering dynamic and clear information to drivers while allowing authorities to respond quickly to incidents or changing road situations. With low power usage and durable construction, these signs are well-suited for modern, sustainable traffic control systems.

FAQ

How do intelligent traffic control systems enhance road safety?

Intelligent traffic control systems employ advanced technology to monitor and manage traffic flow in real time. By dynamically providing messages and warnings, these systems help reduce congestion, prevent accidents, and improve overall road safety for both drivers and pedestrians.

What are the main features of prismatic VMS in traffic control systems?

Prismatic variable message signs (VMS) from Triplesign System provide high visibility, fast sign face changes, and require minimal maintenance. Their modular construction allows for different sizes, while low power usage makes them ideal for solar-powered, energy-efficient applications in intelligent traffic control systems.

Can IoT and remote management be integrated with traffic control systems?

Modern intelligent traffic control systems are IoT-ready and API-enabled, supporting integration with sensors, cameras, and other devices. They can be managed and monitored remotely through secure web portals, allowing for efficient control and real-time updates.

Are intelligent traffic control systems effective in remote or off-grid areas?

Due to very low power consumption and options for solar power with uninterruptible power supply (UPS), intelligent traffic control systems can function reliably in remote or off-grid areas, providing continuous traffic management even in demanding environments.

Standard Features

  • Operated by PLC with display
  • Frame and prisms in aluminium
  • Parallel drive
  • Bi-directional mechanism (closest path rotation)
  • Tailored Programming
  • Automated rotation functionality check
  • IP68 Connectors
  • IP68 Proximity sensors, PNP, 24VDC with bayonet quick connectors*
  • Power consumption 0-2W in standby mode

Functions

  • I/O Confirmation – Ensuring the correct face is being displayed
  • Customised programming
  • Ice breaking function – Programmed movement to prevent build-up of ice, snow or sand
  • Time lapse between sign face change (heart) seconds
  • IoT Ready – Connect to any system
  • API-enabled

Technical Specifications

  • EN-12996 certified
  • Self-lubricating bearings
  • IP68 proximity sensors PNP
  • IP 68 connections
  • Operating voltage 24VDC/12VDC

Certificates

Commitment to Quality and Excellence

With years of global experience, we take pride in delivering high-quality, reliable, and durable products for dynamic traffic management. Our solutions are designed and manufactured with the utmost care, precision, and expertise, ensuring they meet the highest industry standards.

Our commitment to quality is reflected in our EN12966 certification, which guarantees that our Variable Message Signs (VMS) comply with strict European requirements for performance, durability, and visibility. This certification underscores our dedication to providing safe, efficient, and sustainable traffic solutions worldwide.

By continuously innovating and refining our products, we ensure that road authorities and traffic professionals can rely on state-of-the-art technology that enhances both road safety and traffic efficiency.

Sign signaling ice on road

The unique Triplesign design

The innovative Triplesign design features a patented system engineered for longevity and minimal maintenance. Its mechanism operates smoothly without the need for lubrication, and due to the low force required to turn the prisms, it can be powered by energy-efficient motors.

Maintenance for the mechanism is virtually non-existent. An annual inspection and, if needed, cleaning of the prisms suffices.

Exposed sign mechanism

Easy access via the service hatch

Smooth and fast change of sign face

The rotation of the prisms is executed smoothly and within just 3 seconds. Thanks to the individual transmission of the prisms and their positioning via a sensor, the image remains perfectly flat, even after years of use. No recalibration is needed.

The system requires very little maintenance, making it an efficient and reliable choice for the long term.

Modular system decreases transportation costs and allows for any size of sign

The technology powering Triplesign has been honed and refined over decades. But our journey doesn't end there! We are continually enhancing Triplesign technology to incorporate an array of additional functions and features.

Triplesign is engineered as a modular system, allowing for the creation of signs in nearly any size imaginable. This construction method offers significant cost savings in transportation, particularly for larger units. Signs can be partially or fully disassembled for shipment, with final assembly occurring conveniently close to the installation site.

Simple mechanism exchange will extend service life

The entire mechanism, including the motor and sensors, can be replaced as a whole unit when it reaches the end of its service life, which we recommend after approximately 20 years.

Thanks to the use of premium materials and high-quality components, the system boasts exceptional reliability and resilience to various climatic conditions.

Closeup of sign mechanism

Communication Options

While dry contact control is standard, the sign can be operated via various means of communication. Apart from controlling the sign directly on the PLC, or manually rotate it using a crank, it can also be controlled remotely.

Wireless Communication

  • 3G/4G/5G
  • WiFi
  • Bluetooth

Wire Communication

  • Ethernet Cable (Modbus TCP/IP)
  • Cable RS485 (Modbus RTU)
  • Dry Contacts (standard)

On Site

  • Directly from the PLC
  • On site control can be programmed to override remote control or vice versa

TIM - Triplesign Internet Manager

  • Modbus RS485 (multi-drop).
  • Modbus via ethernet (static or dynamic IP).
  • Web-interface, accessable from any computer, smartphone, tablet or laptop. TIM (Triplesign Internet Manager)
Sign being made in factory

System Integration

Ready for the future

The Triplesign is API enabled and IoT Ready. Connect the sign to any system, sensors, cameras, counters – the list goes on!

Web Portal

By using a secure, online web portal for Triplesign management, you gain complete access to monitor the sign’s status and exercise control over it. You can control a group of signs, you can group and ungroup signs, you can program a yearly calendar for various events, you can combine signs and sensors or other devices with the platform.

Partner Portals

Together with our trusted partners, we offer portals for complete Traffic Management Systems with a variety of integrations to control a large range of traffic equipment, down to standalone management of a single Triplesign.

UPS Solar

The extreme low power consumption, especially in standby, opens up for solar solutions in combination with UPS (uninterruptible power supply) in remote locations.

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