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TDC INSTALLATIONS

TDC REGIONAL/HEAD OFFICES

1. Introduction2-3. Management Team4-5. Company Structure Solutions6-7. Weigh-in-Motion Systems8-9. BluetoothTM Monitoring10-11. Traffic Counters & Classifiers12-13. Cycle & Pedestrian Detection14. Air Quality Monitoring15. TDC’S Clients16-17. Summary Information Graphic Services18-19. Research & Development20-21. Production (includes Specialist Repairs & Test & Inspections)22-23. Installation & Maintenance24-31. Case Studies32-33. Systems Capabilities Chart 34-35. HI-TRAC® 100+ product data36-37. HI-TRAC® 110 product data38-39. HI-TRAC® TMU2 product data40-41. HI-TRAC® TMU4 product data42-43. HI-TRAC® EMU2 product data44-45. HI-TRAC® EMU3 product data46-47. HI-TRAC® UTC-L product data48-49. HI-TRAC® UTC-L (BP) product data50-51. HI-TRAC® UTC-P product data52-53. HI-TRAC® CMU product data54-55. HI-TRAC® BLUE product data56-57. HI-TRAC® iGATE product data58-59. HI-TRAC® iGATE Information Graphic60-61. HI-TRAC® WIM product data62-63. HI-TRAC® PM product data64. HI-TRAC® Manual Counter product data65. WB30L Axle Weighbeam product data66-67. LO-TRAC® 300 product data

Since 1998 TDC Systems has been inventing, creating and delivering Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) across the world. TDC’s products include: • Bluetooth™ Journey Time Monitoring Systems • High and Low Speed Weigh-in-Motion Systems • Traffic Counters and Classifiers • Cycle and Pedestrian Detection Systems • Air Quality Monitoring Systems

New contract wins include the UK Department for Transport’s (DfT) Automatic Traffic Data Collection Maintenance, London Core Maintenance and Weigh-in-Motion Callibration. TDC has been working with the DfT for 14 years and has installed equipment at over 300 UK sites. TDC has also signed a contract extension with Transport for Greater Manchester which covers the installation and maintenance of 500 HI-TRAC® BLUE Journey Time Monitoring systems, 160 other ITS sytems and 60 HI-TRAC® CMU’s (Cycle and Pedestrian Monitoring Units). TDC Manufacturing Hub in Sao Paulo set up with local partner Tracevia Do Brasil. TDC has won a new contract in the region to supply over 300 HI-TRAC® EMU3’s. The EMU3 is both a highly accurate Weigh-in-Motion and real-time Vehicle Classification system. It uses low cost renewable energy supplies which makes roadside installation flexible rather than being dictated by an available power connection. It has the capability of recording vehicles as small as motorcycles whilst still being able to record the weights of heavy goods vehicles. It can operate wherever a mobile phone service is available and transmit data every five minutes from the roadside to the command centre.

TDC has recently been acquired by Norwegian company, Q-Free as part of an ongoing move to consolidate Q-Free’s position as a leading supplier of global ITS solutions and competencies. Q-Free is a leading global supplier of road user charging (RUC) and advanced transportation management systems (ATMS) solutions.

Q-Free offers solutions and products based on state-of-the-art technology, and is a leading supplier of OBU (Dedicated Short-Range Communication (DSRC)), machine vision (Automatic License Plate Registration (ALPR)) and satellite (Global Navigation Satellite System/Global Positioning System (GNSS/GPS) based technologies. The company has delivered systems which are now operational in Europe, the Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and North and South America. Q-Free has approximately 300 employees, is headquartered in Trondheim, Norway, and has local offices around the world. Q-Free provides TDC with additional resources both financially and technologically. TDC will also benefit from seeing its products exposed to Q-Free’s worldwide sales network.

Mark Phillips, Managing Director and Founder

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iNTRODUCTiON

CONTENTS

1INTRODUCTIONInvent, Create & Deliver

INVENT CREATE DELIVER

Chris MyattGeneral Manager AustraliaChris joined TDC as a Design Engineer in 2009, progressed to Research and Development Manager and became General Manager of TDC Australia in 2011. He has a First Class Hons Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering and has worked in the Traffic industry since 2005.

Mark NewberyResearch and Development ManagerMark started at TDC in January 2014. He managesResearch & Developmentand is responsible for product planning, design and development including technical support. Mark has a wealth of ITS Research and Development Management experience.

Richard SmithProject Manager(South)Richard joined TDC in 2011and is the Southern based TDC Systems Project Manager. He is responsible for customer liason to ensure that project delivery runs smoothly and is high quality. Richard also introduces new business to TDC and has extensive industry experience.

TDC SYSTEMS Management Team

Mark PhillipsFounder & Managing DirectorMark formed TDC in 1998. Previously he designed low speed Weigh-in-Motion systems and high-speed Counter/Classifying and Weigh-in-Motion systems for international markets. He also worked within the Microelectronics Design, Research and Software Division of British Aerospace. Mark has a BEng Hons in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.

Roger MitchellEngineering ManagerRoger joined TDC 15 years ago as a trainee and progressed to a senior management role. He manages the Installation and Maintenance Team including engineering resources. Roger is responsible for TDC’s contracts with the Department for Transport and has worked on this account for 12 years.

Glyn Ward Project Manager(North)Glyn joined TDC in 2008 and has numerous qualifications backed by extensive Project Management experience in WIM, Classifying and Counting equipment, Project Development, Service and Maintenance. He is TDC’s Qualified National Highways Sector Scheme 8 Supervisor.

James PesterTechnical Support ManagerJames joined TDC in 2010 and has over 20 years industry experience. He has deep product knowledge and Weigh-in-Motion expertise. James helps customers resolve technical issues with equipment both in the UK and overseas. He provides customer training and supervises projects and installations.

Andy LeesBusiness Support ManagerChair of ISWIM Vendors and Board Member. Andy joined TDC with 35 years industry experience in 2011 from his previous role as Head of Automatic Traffic Counting and Weigh-in-Motion in the UK Department for Transport’s Statistics Branch. His responsibilities include data analysis and he is TDC’s Air Quality expert.

Sara SladeProduction ManagerSara joined TDC in 2010. She oversees all aspects of production including scheduling and budgets and ensures stock levels are sufficient to turnaround orders quickly. Sara is also responsible for overseeing repairs and testing and supports Research and Development with new product developments.

Neil Jones Test and Inspection ManagerNeil joined TDC in 2011 and became Workshop Supervisor in March 2012 responsible for a growing workshop with increasing orders. Neil is now the Test and Inspection Manager.

Mark MillmanSales ManagerMark has been with TDC Systems for five years having spent 15 years working in National and Local Media and Retail. He is responsible for lead generation, sales and business development. Including the tender management process.

Lorretta HaywardBusiness Services ManagerLorretta joined TDC in 2008 and has the varied and busy role of providing business services support across the company. Lorretta holds the Prince 2 qualification in Project Management and is the appointed person for Health and Safety in the workplace at TDC Systems’ UK Head Quarters.

Tony Di MonacoBusiness Development DirectorTony joined TDC over seven years ago with 30 years industry experience in Local Government, Engineering Consultancy and working with companies specialising in the design and manufacture of traffic management products andsystems.

Amanda BoormanMarketing DirectorAmanda joined TDC in 2012 with 25 years MarComms experience. She has led the development and delivery of marketing, communications, brand and business strategy for major international and UK brands. She leads all aspects of Marketing at TDC.

Colin ReekieScotland Project Manager / Marketing ManagerColin started at TDCin early 2014 and has a dual role supporting Engineering Services and Marketing. Colin has extensive ITS industry experience in providing technical solutions and project delivery for Scottish Governement, the Police and local authorities.

Justin BoardIT ManagerJustin has supported and managed TDC’s IT and Communications infrastructure since 2010. He assists and develops all aspects of IT for the entire company and supports all local and remote users.Justin has been an IT Consultant and Engineer for fourteen years. He has a wealth of technical experience having worked for a range of clients across the service and manufacturing industries.

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MANAGEMENT TEAMTDC Systems

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TDC SYSTEMSCompany Structure

Malcolm SmithHealth & Safety

Consultant

RESEARCHAND

DEVELOPMENT

Mark Newbery R & D Manager

Tony Di MonacoSales & Business

Development Director

SALES

Colin ReekieMarketing Manager

Amanda BoormanMarketing Director

MARKETING

Andy LeesBus. Support

Manager

Justin BoardIT Manager

John WidgeryHardware Design

Consultant

James PesterTechnical Support

Manager

Lee FairbrotherAir Quality Project

Consultant

Pavan Kumar C Software Developer

Gururaj Kulkarni Software Developer

Sandesh Mukartihal Senior Design

Engineer

Niki SladeUndergraduate

Trainee

Mark MillmanSales Manager

Mike RossiterBus. Dev. Director

Middle East, Asia, Pacific

Jazzmyne LukeSales & Marketing

Executive

Managing Director

Marie MyattAdministrator

James McDonaldEngineering Manager

Chris MyattGeneral Manager

TDC AUSTRALIA

Janette CallowContract

Administrator

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

Roger MitchellEngineering

Services Manager

PRODUCTIONDEPARTMENT

Sara SladeProduction Manager

Bradley MainSpecialist Repair

Engineer

SPECIALIST REPAIR

Sam SansamAccountsExecutive

Head of Operations

Colin ReekieProject Manager

(SCOTLAND)

Douglas PetersProject Engineer

Dustin GarrardProject Engineer

Glyn WardProject Manager

(NORTH)

Richard SmithProject Manager

(SOUTH)

TEST & INSPECTION

Neil JonesTest & Inspection

Manager

PRODUCTION

Chris KavanaghElectronicOperative

Tamara SladeElectronicOperative

Perry KnellElectronicOperative

Linda BaleElectronicOperative

INSTALLATION TEAM

(SOUTH)

INSTALLATION TEAM

(NORTH)

Paul MarshInstallation Team

Operative

Ian HubbardInstallation Team

Leader

Neill ChilcottInstallation Team

Leader

Gary PetiforInstallation Team

Operative

Abbey HurtPA to Managing

Director

PROJECT MANAGERS

Lorretta HaywardBusiness Services

Manager

BUSINESS SERVICES

Jacky HainesPurchasingManager

Paul SmithGeneral Operative

Barrie SmithData Comms

Engineer

James MortimerTraffic Technician

Ged LittlerTraffic Technician

(MIDLANDS)

John CliffordTraffic Technician

(SOUTH)

Mark Phillips

TDC SYSTEMSCompany Structure

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Leon HaywardElectronicOperative

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Kistler Lineas® Quartz Sensors in the road link to TDC’s HI-TRAC® 100+ WIM/ANPR System

Installation in Port Alegre, Brazil with MEAS class 1 Piezo Polymer

Roadtrax® BL Sensors

2014 contract wins include the supply of more than

300 EMU3 systems to South America

SOLUTIONS Weigh-in-MotionWith installations in more than 50 countries TDC is internationally recognised as a leader in high and low speed Weigh-in-Motion systems.

Road damage caused by overloaded vehicles is a serious threat to road infrastructure and poses a safety hazard to all motorists. Surveillance of heavy vehicles and enforcement of overweight

vehicles is becoming increasingly important. Weigh-In-Motion enables road operators to systematically check vehicle weight at full driving speed and enforce weight limits.

High Speed WIMTDC’s HI-TRAC® range of High Speed WIM systems are installed along highways to weigh vehicles at normal highway speeds (20-120kph) which detect, count and classify vehicles from 5kph-200kph. They can achieve accuracies to COST 323 Class B(10) +/-10% Gross Weight at 95% Confidence.

The HI-TRAC® 100+ WIM System can connect to eight lanes of WIM sensors and has a long and excellent track record. This is being used in Saudi Arabia to help the Ministry of Transport protect their bridges and highways from the damage caused by overloaded vehicles (see case studies for more info). TDC has integratated Kistler Lineas® Quartz WIM Sensors with the HI-TRAC® 100+ WIM/ANPR System to provide the accuracy needed to identify and weigh vehicles within very high enforcement tolerances.

The HI-TRAC® EMU3 WIM & Classification SystemThe EMU3 is both a highly accurate Weigh-in-Motion and real-time Vehicle Classification System that uses low cost renewable energy supplies. This makes the location of roadside installation flexible rather than being dictated by the availability of power supply connections.

Its integrated communications module with GPS and unique sensor interface card enable accurate vehicle, Weigh-in-Motion and classification data to be sent in real time, every five minutes from the roadside to the command centre. In practice, the system is able to operate wherever a mobile phone service is available and can record motorcycles at the same time as weighing a Heavy Goods Vehicle.

Low Speed WIMLow Speed Weigh-in-Motion systems are installed in controlled environments such as vehicle weight enforcement and inspection stations where the vehicle speed is controlled to approximately 5kph.

Accuracies to +/-1% are achievable providing the axle weigh bridge is installed in a concrete weigh lane constructed to TDC specifications. Automatic vehicle classification allows for immediate indication of vehicle overload dependant upon vehicle class and legal local weight limits.

The LO-TRAC® 300This system is a configurable, multi-function, Vehicle Axle Weighing System. It measures axle and gross vehicle weights either statically or dynamically providing either enforcement of vehicle weight limits for government authorities or overload prevention for transport companies.

The LO-TRAC® 300 is designed to be configurable and can be supplied as a basic control unit interfacing to the TDC Axle Weighbeam WB30L. It can provide axle weight and gross weight data or with additional interfaces can provide full vehicle weight enforcement functions.

SOLUTIONSWeigh-in-Motion

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INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF WEIGH-IN-MOTION (ISWIM) TDC’s Andy Lees chairs the International Society of Weigh-in-Motion (ISWIM) Vendors College. The next ISWIM conference will be held in Brazil in 2016.

Visit: http://iswim.free.fr/

TDC’s HI-TRAC® BLUE Pedestrian

& Crowd Monitoring System was used at

London 2012 Olympics & Paralympic Games

SOLUTIONS Bluetooth™ MonitoringThe system detects anonymous Bluetooth™ signals transmitted by visible Bluetooth™ devices located inside vehicles.

The New Compact Design 2014 - see product data on page 54

HI-TRAC®BLUE Traffic MonitoringThe system detects anonymous Bluetooth™ signals transmitted by visible Bluetooth™ devices located inside vehicles. This data is then used to calculate traffic journey times and movements. It’s robust and reliable design, ultra low power consumption and extended battery life make it the preferred Bluetooth™ traffic survey tool for leading Traffic Survey Companies.

In practice a HI-TRAC® BLUE unit reads the unique MAC address of visible Bluetooth™ devices that are passing the system. These include mobile phones, PDAs, hands-free kits, GPS onboard units and laptops. The MAC address data is transmitted by the HI-TRAC® BLUE via GPRS or cabled Ethernet TCP/IP connection to a central server and database. MAC addresses from other HI-TRAC® BLUE systems are then matched to determine traffic journey times and movements.

■ Journey times for long & short distances ■ Origin & destination traffic matrix ■ Alternative route planning ■ On-line real-time traffic information can be used to

update Variable Message Signs ■ Supports traffic schemes designed to reduce

congestion & CO2 emissions

HI-TRAC®BLUE Pedestrian and Crowd MonitoringThe system detects anonymous Bluetooth™ signals transmitted by visible Bluetooth™ devices carried by pedestrians. This calculates real time data including, crowd numbers and behaviours. It was used during the London 2012 Olympic Games around key venues and transport destinations transmitting data every 5 minutes via GPRS to a central server. This produced a picture of how many people were going to and from venues, how long they stayed at each one and what their travel habits were which in turn helped inform venue and transport management decision making.

■ Temporary or permanent system ■ Journey and queuing times ■ Pedestrian and crowd numbers ■ Movements to and from destinations ■ Length of stay at key points ■ Travel habits ■ On-line real-time dashboard provides pedestrian

crowd intelligence and can be used to update Variable Message Signs

■ Helps reduce congestion in and around venues and events

■ Informs transport management decisions

NEW CONTRACT WINS

in the UK

cover 1000 sitesFirst to marketFirst to market

SOLUTIONSBluetoothTM Monitoring

SOLUTIONSBluetoothTM Monitoring

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“ The automotive industry is a steadily growing market for Bluetooth® technology, with Bluetooth enabled hands-free calling systems now included as standard equipment on millions of new cars

and trucks. All 12 of the world’s major car manufacturers offer Bluetooth hands-free calling systems in their vehicles. ”

© 2013 BLUETOOTH SIG, INC

2014 contract wins include the supply of more than

300 EMU3 systems to South America

TDC’s Axle Classifier System uses 2 piezo electric

sensors per traffic lane to classify the vehicle

using axle number and wheelbase

SOLUTIONS Traffic Counters & ClassifiersTDC Systems offers a complete range of Automatic Vehicle Counter (AVC) Classifiers

OUR ProductsThis range includes: volumetric counters, loop profiling counter classifiers, axle classifiers, hand-held data loggers and non-intrusive counter classifiers.

Inductive Loop Counting and Classification(HI-TRAC® UTC-L, HI-TRAC® EMU2/3, HI-TRAC® TMU2)For volumetric counting one inductive loop is installed per traffic lane. Volumetric Counters provide volume count and per vehicle information including time and headway. A basic classification algorithm can distinguish several classes of vehicle. With loop profiling classification two inductive loops are installed per traffic lane. This provides vehicle counting and classification to Euro6 (or similar) vehicle classification specifications.

TDC Systems’ HI-TRAC® range of Loop Counter ClassifiersThese use established loop sensor technology with TDC Systems’ advanced loop profiling function to detect mixed traffic, recording vehicle speed, length, classification, gap and headway. Our HI-TRAC® Loop Counter Classifiers can also provide statistical data to show the pattern of highway traffic - helpful in monitoring events and detecting incidents.

Axle Classifiers (HI-TRAC® UTC-P, HI-TRAC® WIM,

HI-TRAC® TMU4)The TDC range of axle classifiers use two piezo electric sensors per traffic lane. They provide a low cost solution for vehicle counting and classification to UK Department for Transport (DfT) 20 Class Scheme, FHWA 13 Category Scheme, AUSTROADS or similar specification. A road inductive loop installation is optional and has the added benefit of providing loop profiling chassis signature analysis.

HI-TRAC® EMU3Counter Classifier and Weigh-in-Motion System

The EMU3 provides national roads authorities that require real-time traffic data on all road users with highly accurate vehicle classification and weight recording via telemetry. It uses low cost renewable energy supplies which makes the location of roadside installation flexible rather than being dictated by a power supply connection. The EMU3 systems integrated communications module with GPS and unique sensor interface card enable accurate vehicle WIM and Classification data to be sent in real time, every five minutes from the roadside to the command centre. In practice, the system is able to operate wherever a mobile phone service is available and can record motorcycles at the same time as weighing a Heavy Goods Vehicle.

EMU clients include: Transport for Greater Manchester and Reading Borough Council. Over 300 EMU3 systems have been supplied to South America.

Features: ■ Accurate WIM + Classification in one system ■ Real-time Communications ■ Modularity includes Bluetooth™ MAC detection

& Air Quality Monitoring ■ GPS & Low power

SOLUTIONSTraffic Counters & Classifiers

SOLUTIONSTraffic Counters & Classifiers

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“ TDC have been proactive in every aspect of this contract from the initial bid for the contract to the maintenance of the system. Their ‘can do’ approach filters down from the top through to the bottom of this organisation with everyone willing to help deliver. The organisation of resources and equipment to follow the tight delivery programme has been excellent with any issues resolved in a mutually beneficial

way. The quality of the works on site have been excellent ”

PELL FRISCHMANN, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE,TRAFFIC COUNTERS AND CLASSIFIERS CONTRACT AWARDED TO TDC IN 2013

HI-TRAC®CMU Green LightPriority System

TDC have successfully tested the HI-TRAC® CMU Green Light Priority System in Copenhagen for a traffic signal priority scheme. Eye-level cycle priority lights were incorporated into existing traffic signals and linked to the CMU unit and new split piezo sensor detection technology to give cyclists an early start ahead of the traffic. This system is widely used in continental Europe so that cyclists can clear junctions swiftly and avoid mixing with heavy goods vehicles.

NEW PRODUCT INNOVATIONS FOR 2014OVER 250 SYSTEMS DEPLOYED INTERNATIONALLY

SOLUTIONS Cycle & Pedestrian DetectionTDC’s HI-TRAC® CMU Cycle Monitors have been installed across the UK and TDC is proud to launch two new exciting products inspired by the cycle revolution taking hold across Europe.

HI-TRAC®CMU Cycle MonitorThe success of TDC’s HI-TRAC® CMU is evident across the UK where it has been rolled out by many local authorities including Transport for Greater Manchester, Derbyshire County Council and Derby City Council. Its reputation soon spread across Europe and led to TDC being invited to take part in a traffic signal cycle priority scheme in Copenhagen, Denmark.

This first product in the CMU range is a small, low power, low cost electronic system that traditionally monitored up to two cycle lanes and two pedestrian lanes. It uses piezo electric sensor technology to detect bicycles in dedicated cycle ways or mixed traffic lanes and features pyroelectric infrared sensors to detect pedestrians. Now, with TDC’s latest design innovations, the CMU can monitor up to four cycle lanes.

Unique algorithms developed by TDC Systems measure the axle count, speed and wheelbase to distinguish true bicycles from other traffic such as children’s scooters, prams, trolleys, motorbikes and mopeds.

The HI-TRAC® CMU unit is sealed to IP68. It can be fitted into a small pillar or housed in exsisting street furniture.

TDC can configure the HI-TRAC® CMU to automatically transmit traffic data through GPRS to a web server for secure data storage to a database. GSM dial-up communication is also supported.

HI-TRAC®CMU Cluster SensorThis innovative combination of the new cycle cluster sensor and HI-TRAC® CMU cycle monitoring unit with specially designed algorithms, provides accurate cycle detection in locations of dense cycle traffic. The unit provides highly accurate cycle path traffic data collection as well as mixed traffic cycle detection.

■ Accurate cycle detection in dense cycle traffic areas ■ Detects individual cycles in a cluster ■ Accurate wheelbase, speed, gap headway

measurement ■ Distinguishes cycles from other cycle path traffic ■ On-line dashboard provides cycle intelligence such as

cycle flow & trends ■ Informs cycle traffic management decisions

■ New split piezo sensor technology ■ Eight piezo inputs provide four detection channels ■ Unique algorithms on the cycle lane and traffic

lane sensors

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UNIQUE PIEZO SENSOR

“99% ACCURACY ACHIEVED IN INDEPENDENT TESTS”

Martin Mildenhall, ITS Engineer, Transport for Greater Manchester

SOLUTIONSCycle & Pedestrian Detection

SOLUTIONSCycle & Pedestrian Detection

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CYCLING REVOLUTION

London’s Mayor has set a target to deliver a 400 percent increase in the number of cycle journeys and a five percent mode share for cycling by 2026, equivalent to around 1.5 million cycle journeys every day

in London.

MAYOR OF LONDON

HI-TRAC® PM Roadside

Particle Monitor

SOLUTIONS Air Quality Monitoring

SOLUTIONS for TDC’s Clients

TDC Systems’ HI-TRAC® PM Roadside Particle Monitor automatically measures real-time airborne PM1.0 ,PM2.5, PM10 or Total Suspended Particles (TSP) Particulate Concentration at any roadside location.

IMPACT OF RISE In Car UsageRecent studies have shown that a sudden rise in car usage in South and East Asia has seen pollution soar, causing a significant rise in premature deaths. Research published in the Lancet found that 2.1 million people died prematurely due to heightened car usage.

The boost in motoring in these areas has also made air pollution one of the world’s fastest growing causes of death. The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study found that it ranks for the first time in the world’s top ten list of killer diseases.

Construction and industry also cause air pollution, but it is motoring that emits tiny particles of diesel soot and gasses, causing major illnesses. As a consequence of this disturbing revelation City Councils are being urged to step up their plans to accurately monitor these pollutants to meet legal Air Quality requirements over a set timetable.

MONITORING POLLUTANTS IN CITIESTo help our customers meet Air Quality requirements, TDC has developed the HI-TRAC® PM Roadside Particle Monitor which can be used to provide accurate Air Quality data 24 hours a day. This remote sensor interfaces seamlessly with the TDC HI-TRAC® iGATE and is the only roadside equipment to deliver the primary Air Quality data from both gaseous and particle sensors. Additional contributory sensors for measuring wind speed and direction, air temperature, road temperature and air moisture can also be integrated.

RUGGED, PORTABLE, ROADSIDE MONITORThe roadside monitor is rugged, portable and ideally suited for roadside applications. The weatherproof enclosure is remotely controlled by the iGATE unit and requires no user intervention at all.

COST EFFECTIVETDC’s HI-TRAC® PM Roadside Particle Monitor offers significantly reduced costs when compared to other cumbersome roadside particle monitors.

DATA COMMUNICATIONS INTERFACEData is communicated via wireless communications to a central server ready for interfacing with the common database or other third party system software solutions.

UK DEPARTMENT for TRANSPORTIn the last 14 years TDC has supplied over 400 HI-TRAC® Systems to the UK Department for Transport (DfT). These systems form the backbone of the GB National Core Census. In 2014 TDC Systems were appointed to carry out the maintenance of the Automatic Traffic Data Collection (ATDC) system outstation sites, London Core Maintenance and Weigh-in-Motion Callibration.

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCILTDC has supplied over 100 HI-TRAC® EMU2 Loop Profilers, Bridge WIM Systems, Automatic Traffic Counters and Classifiers and Automatic Number Plate Recognition Journey Time Monitoring Systems.

TRANSPORT SCOTLANDTDC has supplied over 300 HI-TRAC® Systems to Transport Scotland providing data to the Scottish Roads Transport Database (SRTDb) and have recently completed WIM calibrations to support 50 sites to support Amey in their role as the Transport Scotland Operations and Infrastructure Services Contractor (TSOISC).

TRANSPORT for GREATER MANCHESTERTDC has been providing ITS solutions to Transport for Greater Manchester for five years and has now won a further five year contract extension which will cover the installation and maintenance of in excess of 800 ITS Systems. These are predominatly HI-TRAC® Blue Journey Time Monitoring Systems and a significant number of HI-TRAC® CMU’s (Cycle and Pedestrian Monitoring Units).

EAST RIDING of YORKSHIREAndrew McGuckin, Principal Engineer and Project Manager at Pell Frischmann said: “TDC have been proactive in every aspect of this contract from the initial bid for the contract to the maintenance of the system. Their ‘can do’ approach filters down from the top through to the bottom of this organisation with everyone willing to help deliver. The organisation of resources and equipment to follow the tight delivery programme has been excellent with any issues resolved in a mutually beneficial way. The quality of the works on site have been excellent”.

SOLUTIONSAir Quality Monitoriing

SOLUTIONSfor TDC’s Clients

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DMZ FIREWALL

COMMON DATABASE

REAL TIME TRAFFIC SIGNALCONTROL

TRAFFIC SIGNAL BUS PRIORITY

PUBLIC TRAVEL INFORMATION SMART PHONE APP PUBLIC WEBSITE

CYCLE & PEDESTIANDETECTION SYSTEMS

WEIGH-IN-MOTIONSYSTEMS

TRAIN

TRAM

BUS

BLUETOOTHTM JOURNEY TIME MONITORING SYSTEMS AIR QUALITY MONITORING SYSTEMS

REAL TIME COMMUNICATIONS (3G, GPRS, TCP/IP ETHERNET)

NETWORK MANAGEMENT

TRAFFIC COUNTERS& CLASSIFIERS

URBAN INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT SYSTEMS

(ITS)

SOLUTIONSSummary

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DEDICATED RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT FACILITY - further expansionTo support increasing demands from our clients for product development and new technologies, TDC has recently expanded its dedicated Research and Development facility at the TDC Head Office in Weston-super-Mare. The team, headed by newly appointed industry expert Mark Newbery, use development platforms and test equipment including sensor test arrays for fine tuning detection algorithms and designing specialist applications.

TDC’s FIRST TO MARKET PRODUCT INNOVATION ■ Innovative Bluetooth™ tracking technology ■ Integration of Bluetooth™ MAC detection with a standard traffic counter ■ First permanent driver information systems using journey times generated from Bluetooth™ MAC detection ■ Pedestrian Bluetooth™ tracking technology used at the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games

IN-HOUSE PRODUCT DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENTTDC design all of the HI-TRAC® and LO-TRAC® range of products in-house including circuit board design, firmware and software. All HI-TRAC® systems integrate with a central platform using a common TDC propriety communication protocol as well as industry standard NTCIP and UTMC protocols.

BRAZIL: RESEARCH PROJECT, OVER 300 HI-TRAC EMU3 SYSTEMS COMMISSIONED & NEW MANUFACTURING HUB

■ TDC is working with UFRGS & local partners Tracevia Brazil and Transtel on a research project into road damage caused by heavy axles on the toll roads

■ In partnership with Tracevia Brazil, TDC has been commissioned to supply over 300 HI-TRAC® EMU3 Systems in South America where it has also set up a manufacturing hub

TDC R&D Undergraduate Trainee Niki Slade at Bristol University’s anechoic chamber

antenna testing facility

CUSTOMER DRIVEN DEVELOPMENTSTDC customers are often the driving force behind TDC innovation. As part of the Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) A56 Driver Information scheme TDC developed the following with TfGM specific to their requirements:

■ Custom bracket to fit HI-TRAC® Blue to Traffic Signal ■ New Power Supply Design to accommodate various traffic signal supplies ■ Modified Connections to Antenna Module to improve serviceability ■ Modified Traffic Data Protocol to support class of device, signal strength measurements ■ Provided power saving on standalone solar units by shutting down local comms, re-designing MAC antenna

interface to remove power hungry components ■ Implemented dwell time detection, in and out of zone ■ Integrated with Air Quality Monitoring MOTE devices ■ Integrated with Weather Monitoring sensors

IN-HOUSE PRODUCT DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT - HI-TRAC® and LO-TRAC® product rangeThis includes circuit board design, firmware and software. All HI-TRAC® systems integrate with a central platform using a common TDC propriety communication protocol as well as industry standard NTCIP and UTMC protocols.

TDC AUSTRALIATDC Australia provides technical support across Australasia and South East Asia and carries out cutting edge Research and Development. They have recently supplied Weigh-in-Motion systems integrated with ANPR for the Port of Brisbane and supported the deployment of TDC’s HI-TRAC® Blue systems.

SERVICESResearch & DevelopmentThis dedicated facility has expanded to build on TDC’s reputation for designing innovative and first to market products for the ITS industry.

NEW EXPERTISE

WIM EXPERTISE

TDC AUSTRALIA

BLUETOOTH™ ITS INNOVATION

NEW EXPANDED TEAMFIRST TO MARKET PRODUCTS

ACADEMIC PARTNERSHIPS INCLUDE BRISTOL UNIVERSITY

TDC’S HQ HAS AN EXPANDED RESEARCH& DEVELOPMENT FACILITY

SUPPORTING THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE

HI-TRAC® BLUE

Research & Development Manager Mark Newbery

CUSTOMER DRIVEN DEVELOPMENTS

IN-HOUSE PRODUCT DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT

SERVICESResearch & Development

SERVICESResearch & Development

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SERVICESProduction TDC’s production department has been expanded and reorganised within the company’s UK head quarters in Weston-super-Mare. International expansion includes a newly opened TDC manufacturing hub in South America.

Quality ControlledTDC maintains an ISO9001: 2008 Quality Control System. This includes designated areas within HQ for specific types of production and specialist repairs. For example, there is an ‘Items Returned for Repair’ area and a clear process for dealing with these items as soon as they arrive. Similarly we have specific areas and processes for dealing with any items that need to be put into quarantine, ‘goods in’ and stock.

Working Practises ■ Our stock levels are high to minimise the time it takes to repair equipment and replace parts. TDC spare parts

are available for at least 10 years after purchase. ■ TDC Systems’ purchasing procedure (part of the company’s ISO9001:2008 Management System) ensures our

materials and services meet specification and delivery requirements. ■ It is company policy to only use suppliers and subcontractors that meet specific criteria. TDC Systems has an

approved list of suppliers and subcontractors (see opposite for more information). ■ All personnel are responsible for compliance with our purchasing procedure when buying products, materials or

services to meet order requirements. ■ An engineer undertakes the equipment build and arranges the purchase of any additional items

that may be needed. ■ Written assembly instructions are provided as appropriate. ■ Serial numbers identify equipment and products are kept within the original manufacturer’s packaging

before use. ■ The purchase order reference and supplier’s delivery documents provide traceability to source if necessary.

TDC SELECTS AND EVALUATES SUPPLIERS AND SUBCONTRACTORS USING SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:

■ Proven experience, quality of service and performance as a supplier or subcontractor of TDC Systems Ltd ■ Recognised Quality Systems (ISO9001) ■ Product Specification ■ Established trade reputation ■ TDC Customer recommendation(s) ■ Satisfactory completion of a TDC questionnaire ■ NHSS registration (subcontractors) – where appropriate

Third Party ManagementSelecting the best and most appropriate suppliers and sub-contractors is critical to the company. Therefore, TDC Systems’ Managing Director has final approval on engaging any new suppliers or subcontractors.

WarrantyIn the unlikely event that any piece of equipment or component becomes obsolete during the lifetime of a contract, TDC will look for an alternative solution to provide the customer with a seamless flow of data. The warranty period begins after successful completion of the Site Acceptance Procedure. If a defect is discovered, we will repair the faulty component using new or refurbished components. If necessary, we will replace the item from our stock.

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SERVICESInstallation & MaintenanceTDC provides installation and maintenance services for road traffic data systems. We are the preferred installers for the Department for Transport and many local and regional authorities.

Team OperationTDC provides installation and maintenance services for road traffic data systems. We are the preferred installers for the Department for Transport and many local and regional authorities. The team is organised so that experienced engineering staff are allocated to provide regional cover from our fully equipped depots in Weston-super-Mare and Blackburn. This ensures we can respond efficiently to meet the needs of our customers, time and time again.

Installation ServicesThe Installation and Maintenance teams carry out installations of in-road multi-sensor arrays and associated street furniture. These cover all aspects of traffic monitoring from cycle paths through to high speed motorways.

Fully Qualified EngineersOur regional fully qualified engineers carry out inspections, site commissioning and site assessments. TDC Systems are able to supply trained engineers to assist with any on-site issues or training needs. We can provide planned maintenance and repairs for all systems.

FULLY EQUIPPED DEPOT PREFFERED INSTALLERS FOR DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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TDC have achieved the following accreditations: ■ NHSS Sector Scheme 8 accredited ■ NAPIT accredited – TDC are qualified to carry out electrical installations and commissioning at the roadside ■ Prince 2 Project Management ■ ISO9001:2008 certified ■ CHAS (Contractors Health and Safety Scheme) certified ■ Kistler Lineas® Quartz Sensor certified installer ■ TDC are proactive in the BS8555: 2003 Enviromental Management System and have achieved level 3

ReputationTDC have built a reputation in the industry for providing the highest possible standards of customer service. This has been a key factor in retaining our long-standing customers.

CommunicationCommunication on the installation and maintenance side of our business is of vital importance. One of the communication procedures we use to provide customers and suppliers with an efficient and responsive service is our TDC phone call log system. This smart database solution captures the details of in-coming phone calls from all our customers and suppliers. For example, it logs general queries requiring a response, urgent actions such as faults, training needs, meetings and other activities.

This information is then swiftly fed through to the appropriate member of the team to provide a quick and efficient response.

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HI-TRAC® BLUE mountedon a Traffic Signal

CASE STUDIESGreater Manchester, UK

CASE STUDIESBrazil

Trafford Council identified a requirement to determine average link-based journey times along a section of the A56 with the possibility of feeding this information back to road users to help reduce congestion at peak times.

To achieve this they approached the Urban Traffic Control (UTC) section of Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) for advice who in turn appointed TDC Systems to design a system to meet the council’s need.

TDC’s HI-TRAC® BLUE provided the solution as a cost effective and efficient alternative to Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR). The system was set up to detect anonymous Bluetooth™ signals transmitted by visible Bluetooth™ devices inside vehicles and carried by pedestrians travelling east and west through the A56 detection corridor. These include mobile phones, in-car navigation kits and hands-free kits.

This data is then sent in real time via GPRS to the UTC hosted C2 Traffic Database. A Journey Time Matching Engine determines average journey times across each link from matched MAC address data. The C2 Database then exports the data to the UTC Common Database which in turn displays the journey time on Variable Message Signs (VMS). The information displayed on these signs (positioned at strategic points at the start of the route), can help drivers

For 16 years TDC has been inventing, creating and delivering Intelligent Transport Systems across the world. This includes building a strong foothold in the South American region with the supply of Weigh-in-Motion equipment to countries such as Brazil, Chile and Mexico. This foothold is getting stronger with recent new TDC contract wins for 2014 to supply over 300 HI-TRAC® EMU3 Systems in Brazil, Paraguay and Mexico.

New Manufacturing HubTDC has set up a new manufacturing hub in Sao Paulo with local partner Tracevia Do Brasil to provide customers in the region with specialist technical support and resources. A large number of TDC’s WIM systems have been installed across the region and the new hub will build on this strong presence, providing customers with local technical support.

In addition TDC is bringing new product innovations into the region for 2014 with recent contract wins to supply over 300 HI-TRAC® EMU3 Systems. The EMU3 is both a highly accurate Weigh-in-Motion and a real-time Vehicle Classification system. It uses low cost renewable energy supplies which makes the location of roadside installation flexible rather than being dictated by a power supply connection. Its integrated communications module with GPS and unique sensor interface card enable accurate vehicle WIM and classification data to be sent in real-time, every five minutes from the roadside to the command centre. In

make informed choices about their journeys, reducing congestion and improving journey times.

The considerable cost saving from using this approach (rather than ANPR), meant that more HI-TRAC® BLUE Systems could be installed along the route to achieve a higher level of granularity within the data. This makes it easier to determine which sections of the road suffer from poorer journey times and reduced speed – which may indicate congestion.

practice, the system is able to operate wherever a mobile phone service is available and can record motorcycles at the same time as weighing a heavy goods vehicle.

TDC’s Research and Development Team at TDC has also been working on a project in Brazil with the University (Universidade Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul). The purpose is to investigate road damage caused by heavy axles on the toll roads. Using specialist equipment at the University to simulate heavy axle passage over the road, TDC’s EMU system is being used to measure the number of heavy axles and loading to calculate road damage.

TDC are very pleased to have won a new contract to supply up to 500 HI-TRAC® BLUE Systems to Transport for Greater

Manchester as part of the LSTF (Local Sustainable Transport Fund)

Research project, Over 300 HI-TRAC EMU3 Systems commissioned & New Manufacturing Hub

A56 Driver Information Scheme New contract win for 2014

CASE STUDIESGreater Manchester, UK

CASE STUDIESBrazil

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High speed Weigh-In-Motion with ANPR and over height measurement

Wind and Solar Power System

HI-TRAC® TMU2

CASE STUDIESIreland

CASE STUDIESKingdom of Saudi Arabia

TDC Systems in collaboration with Electro Automation supplied an award winning ITS solution to monitor, store and communicate ‘vehicle by vehicle’ traffic data across the whole NRA Road Network and back to the clients real-time instation.

The main objective was to expand the traffic monitoring sites across the NRA Road Monitoring Network and deliver system architecture that could operate on alternative power sources when a mains supply was not already in place, such as wind and solar power.

TDC’s HI-TRAC® TMU2 provided the solution. A total of 280 traffic monitoring sites were deployed as part of a major overhaul of the existing monitoring network. This involved refurbishing the existing traffic monitoring units. The HI-TRAC® TMU2 was modelled on the field proven EMU2 Counter Classifier and is a multi-functional 19” rack based 16 Loop Counter Classifier with an extremely low power consumption.

It comes with 32Mb Flash on board memory, 8Gbyte micro SD memory, remotely upgradeable firmware and BluetoothTM

MAC Antenna interface for journey time applications. The system also has user configurable fault monitoring and alert conditions which are automatically reported back to the instation. These include power failure, low battery

TDC Systems were commissioned to supply 20 high speed Weigh-in-Motion (WIM) Systems for overweight pre-selection and enforcement in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The Ministry of Transport for The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is committed to improving road safety and protecting their bridges and highways from the damage caused by overweight vehicles.

TDC’s Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system has been installed as an overweight vehicle targeting and enforcement tool. The system combines TDC’s HI-TRAC® 100+ WIM and HI-TRAC® ANPR Cameras with the precision of Kistler Lineas® Quartz WIM Sensors. The WIM sensors are installed on the highway 1km ahead of the low speed enforcement weigh stations.

The system calculates the axle and gross vehicle overloads and takes an image of the vehicle licence plate together with a contextual overview image. Each time an overloaded vehicle is detected, it is diverted into a Weighing Station for inspection and enforcement.

TDC Systems have integrated the Kistler Lineas® Quartz WIM Sensors with the industry standard HI-TRAC® 100+ WIM/ANPR System. As a combined solution it provides the accuracy needed to identify and weigh vehicles within very

voltage, loop/sensor fault, component failure, real time clock fault, communications error and conflicting lane usage. To supplement this comprehensive road traffic data network, we also supplied six of our HI-TRAC® TMU4 Weigh-in-Motion (WIM) Systems. These have a long and exceptional track record having been installed in many countries across the world. The weight data is being combined with Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) for vehicle weight enforcement purposes.

high enforcement tolerances. TDC Systems is managing and delivering the project in partnership with the reputable Shibh Al Jazira Contracting Company whose Head Office is in Riyadh.

This prestigious contract is part of a growing list of international clients choosing TDC Systems as one of the world’s leading and most versatile suppliers of High Speed Weigh-in-Motion Systems.

Weigh-in-Motion solutions to help the Ministry of Transport for The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia protect their bridges and

highways from damage caused by overweight vehicles

Award winning ITS solution achieves NRA objectives of expanding traffic monitoring site network and delivers systems architecture that can operate on alternative

power solutions

Traffic Monitoring System for National Roads Authority (NRA), Ireland

High Speed Weigh-in-Motion System

CASE STUDIESIreland

CASE STUDIESKingdom of Saudi Arabia

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CASE STUDIESLiverpool, UK

2020 Liverpool approached TDC Systems to provide a low cost and efficient solution which could accurately detect buses and had the ability to communicate with a traffic signal controller. In response TDC modified the low cost, low powered HI-TRAC® UTC-L to include an advanced bus algorithm.

This new system, the HI-TRAC® UTC-L (BP) uses two square loops each measuring 2m x 2m with a 2.5m separation installed in the bus lane prior to the bus stop. The advanced algorithm detects a bus as it approaches the bus stop and passes over the loops. It then communicates with the traffic light junction controller to extend the green light to allow the bus through or to provide a ‘hurry call’.

The system is lower in cost and more efficient than tag based systems where equipment is fitted on every bus that requires priority. It also has the advantage of giving bus operators the flexibility to adapt to fleet allocation across corridors. Additional benefits can be achieved when implementing bus priority strategies within a Common Database such as the Siemens COMET database system, or at sites that are operating under the UTC/SCOOT Networks.

Recent studies in Liverpool found that the bus profiling technology implemented by TDC can be used as an effective way of profiling buses and reducing delays, particularly during those periods when bus delays are highest. 2020 Liverpool have now implemented more than 20 of TDC’s Bus Profiling Systems and is committed to undertaking further bus delay impact studies with a view to expanding the Bus Priority Network.

The Queensway Tunnel in Liverpool (often referred to as the Birkenhead Tunnel), was the first tunnel to be constructed under the River Mersey and took nine years to complete from 1925 to 1934. At the time of construction it was the longest underwater tunnel in the world and held this title for 24 years. It was opened on the 18th July 1934 by King George V at an opening ceremony watched by more than 200,000 people.

The tunnel is 2.01 miles (3.24 km) long and has a single carriageway of four lanes (two in each direction), with a speed limit of 30 mph. The nearside and offside lanes have different height restrictions due to the tunnel’s curvature. There is 3.5t Goods Vehicle Weight Limit and vehicles carrying hazardous waste are not permitted to use the tunnel. All buses must use the offside lane. A toll is exercised for vehicles using the tunnel and the average daily traffic flow is 35,000 vehicles.

The main problem with the tunnel is that despite numerous advanced warning signs, high sided vehicles regularly enter the tunnel in the near side lane which has the lowest clearance at 3.9m (13ft). This causes considerable damage to the inner lining of the tunnel ceiling and severe traffic disruption when repairs are carried out.

Liverpool City Council and Merseytravel (the Integrated Transport Authority for Merseyside) approached TDC Systems with this unique challenge. Our solution to protect the tunnel from these high sided vehicles was to integrate laser height detection with TDC’s HI-TRAC® EMU2. The HI-TRAC® EMU2 accurately classifies vehicles approaching the tunnel using in-road inductive loops combined with laser height detectors. Alarms are automatically generated when any vehicle approaching the tunnel exceeds the height limit, with the exception of buses. Alarms include an audible and rotating light beacon located in the control office and an alarm for the Variable Message Sign along the approach to the tunnel.

Queensway (Birkenhead) Tunnel2020 Liverpool Bus Priority System

CASE STUDIESFrance / Spain

TDC Systems work with a number of overseas technology partners. Recently we were approached by our long standing Spanish partner and distributor, KINEO to help with a vehicle detection and vehicle classification challenge in the Bielsa-Aragnouet Tunnel on the border of France and Spain in the Pyrenees.

The brief was to improve road safety by routing Heavy Goods Vehicles through the narrow two lane tunnel in one direction at a time.

A total of ten of TDC Systems’ HI-TRAC® EMU2’s were supplied, two at the tunnel entrances and eight in different strategic locations inside the tunnel.

The EMU2 can be configured to use a combination of Piezo Electric Sensors and Inductive Loops to accurately detect all vehicle classifications, a pre-requisite of the tunnel detection system.

In this case, the EMU2 firmware was modified and integrated with the KINEO Control System in order to provide alarm outputs when certain vehicles use specific lanes approaching the tunnel. The alarm outputs generated by the HI-TRAC® EMU2’s are used to activate the traffic signals in order to prevent a possible collision.

Since TDC’s HI-TRAC® EMU2’s integration with the KINEO Control System, the end client has been extremely satisfied by the results. This project demonstrates how supplier/distributor partnerships can bring added value in product development and innovation.

Innovative HI-TRAC® EMU technology meets the brief of helping to improve road safety by routing Heavy Goods

Vehicles through a narrow two lane tunnel in one direction

Pyrenees Tunnel ITS Solution

CASE STUDIESLiverpool, UK

CASE STUDIESFrance/Spain

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CASE STUDIESEast Riding of Yorkshire Council, UK

CASE STUDIESCopenhagen

TDC Systems were awarded the Supply, Installation and Maintenance Contract for all of East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s 73 ATC sites.

The main objective was to expand the traffic monitoring sites. TDC offered a combination of UTC-L’s and EMU2’s which met the council’s requirements for low cost, low powered, IP68 rated (watertight/submersible) Traffic Counter Classifiers.

The Traffic Counter Classifiers were GPRS enabled and fully upgradeable. Potential upgrades include BluetoothTM Journey Time Monitoring, Road Temperature Monitoring, Air Quality Monitoring and Weigh-in-Motion.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council have already taken advantage of Road Temperature Monitoring which is being used by their Street Gritting Section as an addition to the original contract.

All recorded data is sent via GPRS to Drakewell’s C2 web-based platform. This gives East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Traffic Management Team up to date traffic information across their road network to help inform their decision making process. They are also able to store historic data for valuable analysis.

Copenhagen has long been established as one of the world’s great cycle cities. In order to improve the cycle experience Copenhagen’s authorities are looking to offer cyclists priority at traffic light junctions. By offering extended green light time, this allows priority release for cyclists to pass through over other road users.

Given the high numbers of cyclists using the cycle networks in Copenhagen, TDC had to offer a solution capable of monitoring in excess of 10,000 passing per day and the potential of multiple cyclists passing over the sensors at the same time.

In 2013 TDC and MEAS introduced the CYCLE CLUSTER PIEZO SENSOR to provide accurate cycle detection in locations of dense cycle traffic.

This Cycle Cluster Piezo Sensor has been deployed for a traffic signal priority scheme in Copenhagen, Denmark.

The HI-TRAC CMU is located in the traffic signal controller cabinet 25M from the sensor array located in a dedicated cycle path as detailed in the drawing.

Features: ■ Unique Piezo Cycle Cluster Detection Sensor made

exclusively for TDC ■ Detects individual cycles within a cluster ■ Accurate measurement of wheelbase, speed, gap and

headway ■ Distinguishes cycles from prams, scooters,

motorcycles, shopping trolleys and other cycle path traffic

■ Accurate Mixed Traffic Cycle Detection running separate

■ Algorithms on the cycle lane and traffic lane sensors

EAST RIDING of YORKSHIREAndrew McGuckin, Principal Engineer and Project Manager at Pell Frischmann said: “TDC have been proactive in every aspect of this contract from the initial bid for the contract to

the maintenance of the system. Their ‘can do’ approach filters down from the top through to the bottom of this organisation

with everyone willing to help deliver. The organisation of resources and equipment to follow the tight delivery

programme has been excellent with any issues resolved in a mutually beneficial way. The quality of the works on site have

been excellent”.

The HI-TRAC® CMU is programmed to send all data automatically every hour to the central server database using 3G communications. The user can log on to a secure web-

site and access the data.

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CASE STUDIESEast Riding of Yorkshire Council, UK

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HI-TRAC® SYSTEMS CAPABILITIES

The HI-TRAC® 100+ high-speed traffic data collection system provides a low cost means of recording vehicle classification and axle load data without interruption to traffic flow.

In the standard configuration two piezo electric sensors and one inductive loop are installed in the highway per lane of detection.

The system can be used as a statistical data device to record highway traffic loading or it can also be used as a screening weighbridge to identify overloaded vehicles in the traffic stream.

The HI-TRAC® 100+ can be interfaced to traffic signals or diversion signs to intercept overloaded vehicles and to ANPR or CCTV camera systems.

The HI-TRAC® 100+ uses TDC Systems advanced loop profiling techniques to improve vehicle classification accuracy.

Weight data is significantly improved with automatic temperature compensation algorithms.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

HI-TRAC® 100+HIGH SPEED WEIGH-IN-MOTION CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM

SOFTWARE

HI-COMM 100 Compatible: Data Down-load, Analysis, Real Time VBV View, Report Generation & Diagnostics

INPUT/OUTPUT PORTSUSB2 RS232 RS232 RS485 Dry ContactSwitch Inputs

STORAGE CAPACITY1Gb Flash Mass Storage Media Drive Upgradeable to 4Gb

25,000,000 VBV WIM Records – 1Gb 40,000,000 VBV AVC Records – 1Gb

POWER85-264VAC @ 47-440Hz 12V Battery – Rechargeable via HI-TRAC 100+ Solar Panel, Battery & Charge Regulator

ROAD INSTALLED ITEMSPiezo electric sensors and inductive loop sensors permanently installed in highway.Temperature Probe.

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT W - 430mm (485mm with rack mount flanges) D - 280mm (325mm with handles) H - 180mm 7 kg

SHIPPING DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT550 x 430 x 260mm (w d h) 9 kg

LaptopModem Printer, ANPR/CCTV Control Data Transmission6 N.O.2 (e.g. door tamper switches)

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

ACCURACY DATAGross Vehicle Weight ±10%Individual Axle Weight ±15%Group Axle Weight ±15%Traffic Volume >99.5% Length ±8% Headway ±7% Speed ±1.5% Speed Range 1 - 200 kphNote: Gross vehicle and axle weight accuracy with 95% confidence. Axle weight accuracy assumes road sensors installed in a surface compliant with COST 323 Class B(10), COST 323 Class B(7) or

ASTM E1318-02 specifications.

CLASSIFICATION ACCURACYFHWA, UK DFT, AUSTROADS, user definableMotorbike >95% Cars & Vans >97%Cars & Vans + Trailer >97%Rigid HGV >98%Articulated HGV >99%Draw-Bar Trailers >99%Buses & Coaches >97%

LANE CONFIGURATIONSPiezo-Loop-PiezoPiezo-Piezo

VBV DATA RECORDEDIndividual Axle WeightsVehicle Count NumberEquivalent Single AxleGross Vehicle WeightInter-axle SpacingDirection of Travel Site Identity CodeVehicle LengthVehicle SpeedLane Number Vehicle ClassValidity CodeTime & DateVehicle GapWheelbase Headway

WIM or AVCWIM, AVC, Bicycles

Drakewell C2, C2 Web Reports

■ Weigh-in-Motion (WIM) and Automatic Vehicle Counter/ Classifying (AVC) operation using advanced loop profiling techniques

■ Classification of over one hundred unique vehicle types as well as supporting UK DFT, FHWA, AUSTROADS class schemes

■ Vehicle-by-Vehicle (VBV) data storage

■ Advanced temperature compensation algorithm ensuring accuracy of weight data

■ High speed compressed vehicle data transmission at least 10,000 vehicles records per minute (typically 20,000)

■ Eight Lane Operation

■ Laptop (USB), Moderm (RS232) Ports and Data (RS485) port

■ GPRS, GSM Telemetry options

■ Viewing of sensor waveforms for fault diagnosis via HI-COMM 100 software package

■ Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and CCTV camera interface

■ Environmental and Air Pollution monitoring interfaces

FEATURES

“The HI-TRAC® 100 system has been deployed on the UK Department for Transport (DfT) National Core ATDC and Weigh-in-Motion Census for

the last 10 years. The DfT use the data from the HI-TRAC® systems to produce the UK National Transport Statistics.”

Department for Transport (DfT) UK

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The HI-TRAC® 110 is a traffic data collection system intended for multi-lane Automatic Vehicle Counter/Classifying (AVC) mounted in a roadside cabinet at a permanent location.

The system provides a low cost means of recording vehicle classification data without interruption to traffic flow.

The system can be used as a statistical data gathering device to record the pattern of highway traffic as well as a means of event monitoring and incident detection.

The unit incorporates interfaces to both piezo electric sensors and inductive loop sensors and therefore the HI-TRAC 110 can be configured as a weigh-in-motion (HSWIM) system.

TDC Systems advanced vehicle straddling algorithms mean volumetric detection rates in excess of 99.5% are achievable.

The HI-TRAC® 110 may be powered from either mains supply or solar panel and associated battery & charge regulator.

GSM and GPRS communications options are available.

HI-TRAC® 110HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC COUNTER AND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM

SOFTWARE


Loop-LoopLoop-Piezo-Loop


40,000,000 Vehicle VBV AVC Records – 1Gb

POWER85-264VAC @ 47-440Hz12V Battery – Rechargeable via HI-TRAC 110 Solar Panel, Battery & Charge Regulator

ROAD INSTALLED ITEMSPermanently installed inductive loop sensors and piezo electric sensors.Optional Temperature Probe.

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT W - 430mm (485mm with rack mount flanges D - 280mm (325mm with handles) H - 180mm 7 kg


LaptopModemPrinterData TransmissionDry Contact


AVC ACCURACYVolume >99.5% Length ±8% Headway ±7% Speed ±1.5% AVC Speed Range 1 - 200 kph

LANE CONFIGURATIONSLoop-Loop AVCLoop-Piezo-Loop AVC or WIM

LANE CAPACITY8 Lanes8 Lanes

VBV DATA RECORDEDTime & Date Site Identity Code Lane Number Vehicle Speed Inter-axle Spacing Vehicle Gap Validity CodeDirection of TravelVehicle Count NumberVehicle ClassVehicle LengthWheelbaseHeadway

INPUT/OUTPUT PORTSUSB RS232 RS232 RS485 Six N.O.Two switch inputs (e.g. tamper switches)


The HI-TRAC® 110 is a traffic data collection system for multi-lane Automatic Vehicle Counter/Classifying

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

■ Automatic Vehicle Counter/ Classifying (AVC) operation

■ Classification of over one hundred unique vehicle types


■ Event monitoring and incident detection

■ Euro 6 classification or user defined classifications

■ Unique loop profiling function for accurate classification

■ Connections for 16 induction loop sensors and 8 piezo electric sensors

■ Laptop(USB) & Modem RS232 Communication Ports

■ Telemetry output module for data download via mobile telephone network (GSM/ GPRS)


FEATURES

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The HI-TRAC® TMU2 is a high speed traffic data collection system recording vehicle classification data without interruption to traffic flow.

The HI-TRAC® TMU2 supports inroad sensor arrays of LOOP-LOOP, LOOP-PIEZO-LOOP and LOOP-PIEZO-LOOP-PIEZO providing loop profiling and axle classification functionality.

The system can be used as a statistical data gathering device to record the pattern of highway traffic as well as a means of event monitoring and incident detection.

The unit incorporates interfaces to both piezo electric sensors and inductive loop sensors, therefore the HI-TRAC TMU2 can be configured as a weigh-in-motion (HSWIM) system.

TDC Systems advanced vehicle straddling algorithms mean volumetric detection rates in excess of 99.5% are achievable.

HI-TRAC® TMU2HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM


SOFTWARE


INPUT/OUTPUT PORTSUSB2 RS232 RS232 RS485 EthernetRelay DriveSwitch Inputs



POWER85-264VAC @ 47-440Hz 12V Battery – Rechargeable via HI-TRAC TMU boost charger and power supply. Solar Panel, Battery & Charge Regulator




LaptopModem Printer, ANPR/CCTV Control Data Transmission10/100MB 168


AVC ACCURACYVolume >99.5% Length ±8% Headway ±7% Speed ±1.5% AVC Speed Range 1 - 200 kph

CLASSIFICATION ACCURACYFHWA, UK DFT, AUSTROADS, user definableMotorbike ±95% Cars & Vans ±97%Cars & Vans + Trailer ±97%Rigid HGV ±98%Articulated HGV ±99%Draw-Bar Trailers ±99%Buses & Coaches ±97%

LANE CONFIGURATIONSLoop-Loop AVCLoop-Piezo-Loop AVC or WIM

VBV DATA RECORDEDIndividual Axle WeightsVehicle Count NumberEquivalent Single AxleGross Vehicle WeightWheelbase HeadwayInter-axle SpacingDirection of Travel Site Identity CodeVehicle LengthVehicle SpeedLane Number Vehicle ClassValidity CodeTime & DateVehicle Gap

■ Automatic Vehicle Counter/ Classifying (AVC) operation

■ Classification of over 100 unique vehicle types

■ Euro 6 classification or user defined classifications


■ Event monitoring and incident detection

■ Two to Sixteen Lane configuration options

■ Laptop (USB2), Modem (RS232) ports and Data (RS485) port


■ Telemetry output module for data download via mobile telephone network

■ Ethernet 10/100MB

■ Supports TCP/IP and DHCPC Protocols

■ 4Gb flash drive data storage

■ Environmental monitoring interfaces (includes pass-by- noise, wind speed/direction, air temperature, rain, vibration)

■ Air Quality Monitoring Interface (includes NO2, CO, PM10)

FEATURES

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

“ The HI-TRAC® TMU2 systems with Air Quality Monitoring capability have been deployed by TDC for the UK Department for Transport to

provide valuable information on not only traffic flows and axle loading but also particle (PM10 ) pollution and NO2 levels”

Department for Transport (DfT) UK

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HI-TRAC® TMU4HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC WEIGH-IN-MOTION AND

CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM

SOFTWARE


INPUT/OUTPUT PORTSUSB2 RS232 RS232 RS485 EthernetRelay DriveSwitch Inputs



POWER85-264VAC @ 47-440Hz 12V Battery – Rechargeable via HI-TRAC® TMU boost charger and power supply. Solar Panel, Battery & Charge Regulator




LaptopModem Printer, ANPR/CCTV Control Data Transmission10/100MB 168 (e.g. door tamper switches)


ACCURACY DATAGross Vehicle Weight ±10%Individual Axle Weight ±15%Group Axle Weight ±15%Traffic Volume >99.5% Length ±8% Headway ±7% Speed ±1.5% Speed Range 1 - 200 kph

CLASSIFICATION ACCURACYFHWA, UK DFT, AUSTROADS, user definableMotorbike ±95% Cars & Vans ±97%Cars & Vans + Trailer ±97%Rigid HGV ±98%Articulated HGV ±99%Draw-Bar Trailers ±99%Buses & Coaches ±97%

LANE CONFIGURATIONSPiezo-Loop-PiezoPiezo-Piezo

VBV DATA RECORDEDIndividual Axle WeightsVehicle Count NumberEquivalent Single AxleGross Vehicle WeightWheelbase HeadwayInter-axle SpacingDirection of Travel Site Identity CodeVehicle LengthVehicle SpeedLane Number Vehicle ClassValidity CodeTime & DateVehicle Gap

WIM or AVCWIM, AVC, Bicycles


The HI-TRAC® TMU4 is a rack mounted high speed traffic data collection system recording vehicle classification and axle load data without

interuption to traffic flow

■ Weigh-in-Motion (WIM) & Automatic Vehicle Counter/ Classifying (AVC) operation

■ Classification of over 100 unique vehicle types



■ Two to Sixteen Lane configuration options

■ Laptop (USB2), Modem (RS232) ports and Data (RS485) port

■ Telemetry output module for data download via mobile telephone network

■ Ethernet 10/100MB

■ Supports TCP/IP and DHCP Protocols 4Gbyte flash drive data storage

■ Environmental monitoring interfaces (includes pass-by noise, wind speed/ direction, air temperature, rain, vibration)

■ Air Quality Monitoring Interface (includes NO2, CO, PM10)

■ Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and Camera interface

FEATURES

The HI-TRAC® TMU4 is a high speed traffic data collection system recording vehicle classification and axle load data without interruption to traffic flow.

The HI-TRAC® TMU4 supports inroad sensor arrays of PIEZO-LOOP-PIEZO, PIEZO-LOOP-PIEZO-PIEZO-LOOP-PIEZO providing multi-sensor weigh-in-motion functionality.

The standard configuration of two Class 1 piezo electric sensors and one inductive loop installed in the highway per lane provides axle weight data to COST 323 Class B(10) accuracy in addition to inter-axle spacing and vehicle speed data.

The system can be used as a statistical data device to record highway traffic loading or it can also be used as a screening weighbridge to identify overloaded vehicles in the traffic stream.

The HI-TRAC® TMU4 can be interfaced to traffic signals or diversion signs to intercept overloaded vehicles and to ANPR or CCTV camera systems.

The HI-TRAC® TMU4 uses TDC Systems advanced loop profiling techniques to improve vehicle classification accuracy and weight data is significantly improved with advanced automatic temperature compensation algorithms incorporated as standard.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

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HI-TRAC® EMU2EVENT MONITORING UNIT, WEIGH-IN-MOTION AND

VEHICLE CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM


SOFTWARE

HI-COMM 100 Compatible: Data Download, Analysis, Real Time View & Diagnostics

STORAGE CAPACITY32 Mb Flash Mass Storage Media Drive

In excess of 3,000,000 VBV Records

POWEREMU Supply 6V DCEMU Power Consumption 0.05WCabinet Mounted Solar Panel 10W

ROAD INSTALLED ITEMSPiezo electric sensors and inductive loop sensors permanently installed in highway.

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT W - 270mm D - 150mm H - 225mm 5 kg


LaptopModem Auxiliary Port (Bluetooth, VMS Control or other)


WIM ACCURACY DATAPiezo-Loop-Piezo ±10%Loop-Piezo-Loop ±15%

AVC ACCURACYLength ±8%Headway ±7%Speed ±1.5%AVC Speed Range 1 - 180 kph

LANE CONFIGURATIONSLoop Loop VolumetricLoop - Loop AVCLoop-Piezo-Loop AVC or WIMPiezo-Loop-Piezo AVC or WIM

LANE CAPACITY8 Lanes Loop Volumetric4 Lanes Loop-Loop4 Lanes Loop-Piezo-Loop2 Lanes Piezo-Loop-Piezo

OUTPUT PORTSUSB RS232 RS232

“The HI-TRAC® EMU range provides both Weigh-in-Motion and Vehicle classification in one system designed to sit within exsisting roadside street furniture. The perfect solution for local authorities”

■ 8 Lanes LOOP Volumetric Counting (N, N+1)

■ 4 Lanes LOOP-LOOP Speed & Length

■ 2 Lanes PIEZO-LOOP-PIEZO AVC/WIM

■ 4 Lanes LOOP-PIEZO-LOOP AVC/WIM

■ Vehicle-by-Vehicle (VBV) Data Recording

■ Euro 6 Classification or User Defined

■ Traffic Alerting, Event Monitoring and Incident Detection

■ BLUETOOTH Mac Address Reader Interface for Journey Time Measurement and Traffic Movement Tracking

■ Communications via internal or external GSM/GPRS modem or landline modem for Data Download; Real Time View of traffic data and remote diagnostics via HI-COMM 100 software

■ External Connections via USB, RS232 inc front panel laptop connection.

FEATURES

The HI-TRAC® EMU2 is the 2nd generation of the very successful EMU system which now includes a 32MB flash memory; greater processing power and much lower power consumption. USB and an additional auxiliary communications port is also included as standard.

The unit incorporates interfaces to both piezo electric sensors, inductive loop sensors and a road installed temperature probe.

The HI-TRAC® EMU can be powered from either mains supply or solar panel and associated battery & charge regulator.

Internal Modem and landline or GSM/GPRS communications options are available. A small, vandal proof GSM antenna is available for installation on the top of the roadside cabinet.

System options include:

■ Loop Volumetric Counter ■ Loop Speed and Length Classifier ■ Loop Profiling Classifier ■ AVC with Bicycle and Motorcycle

Classifier ■ Weigh-in-Motion System ■ Event Monitoring

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

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HI-TRAC® EMU3EVENT MONITORING UNIT, WEIGH-IN-MOTION AND

VEHICLE CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM


SOFTWARE

HI-COMM 100 Compatible: Data Download, Analysis, Real Time View & Diagnostics

STORAGE CAPACITY32 Mb Flash Mass Storage Media DriveIn excess of 3,000,000 VBV Records8 GB Micro SD Expandable

POWEREMU Supply 6V DCEMU Power Consumption 0.05WCabinet Mounted Solar Panel 10W

ROAD INSTALLED ITEMSPiezo electric sensors and inductive loop sensors permanently installed in highway.Optional - Temperature Probe

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT W - 270mm D - 150mm H - 225mm


LaptopModem Auxiliary Port (Bluetooth, VMS Control or other)


WIM ACCURACY DATAPiezo-Loop-Piezo ±10%Loop-Piezo-Loop ±15%Loop-Piezo-Loop-Piezo ±10%

AVC ACCURACYLength ±8%Headway ±7%Speed ±1.5%AVC Speed Range 1 - 180 kph

LANE CONFIGURATIONSLoop Loop VolumetricLoop - Loop AVCLoop-Piezo-Loop AVC or WIMPiezo-Loop-Piezo AVC or WIMLoop-Piezo-Loop-Piezo AVC or WIM

LANE CAPACITY16 Lanes Loop Volumetric8 Lanes Loop-Loop8 Lanes Loop-Piezo-Loop4 Lanes Piezo-Loop-Piezo8 Lanes Loop-Piezo-Loop-Piezo

OUTPUT PORTSUSB RS232 RS232

“The HI-TRAC® EMU3 is an increased lane variant on the highly successful HI-TRAC® EMU2. Low power and renewable energy sources

allow flexiblility in site location”

The HI-TRAC® EMU3 is the next generation of the very successful EMU system which now includes a 32MB flash memory, expandable via Micro SD to 8 GB; greater processing power and much lower power consumption. USB and an additional auxiliary communications port is also included as standard.

The unit incorporates interfaces to both piezo electric sensors, inductive loop sensors and a road installed temperature probe.

The HI-TRAC® EMU can be powered from either mains supply or solar panel and associated battery & charge regulator.

Internal Modem and landline or GSM/GPRS communications options are available. A small, vandal proof GSM antenna is available for installation on the top of the roadside cabinet.

System options include:

■ Loop Volumetric Counter ■ Loop Speed and Length Classifier ■ Loop Profiling Classifier ■ AVC with Bicycle and Motorcycle

Classifier ■ Weigh-in-Motion System ■ Event Monitoring

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

■ 16 Lanes LOOP Volumetric Counting (N, N+1)

■ 8 Lanes LOOP-LOOP Speed & Length

■ 4 Lanes PIEZO-LOOP-PIEZO AVC/WIM

■ 8 Lanes LOOP-PIEZO-LOOP AVC/WIM

■ 4 Lanes LOOP-PIEZO- LOOP-PIEZO AVC/WIM

■ Vehicle-by-Vehicle (VBV) Data Recording

■ Euro 6 Classification or User Defined

■ Traffic Alerting, Event Monitoring and Incident Detection

■ BLUETOOTH Mac Address Reader Interface for Journey Time Measurement and Traffic Movement Tracking

■ Communications via internal or external GSM/GPRS modem or landline modem for Data Download; Real Time View of traffic data and remote diagnostics via HI-COMM 100 software

■ External Connections via USB, RS232 inc front panel laptop connection.

FEATURES

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ACCURACY DATAVolume 99% Gap ±8% Speed ±1.5% Length ±8% Headway ±7%AVC Speed Range 1 to 180 kph

AVC ACCURACY (EURO 6)Class 1: Motorbike 95% Class 2: Cars/Vans 97% Class 3: Cars/Vans + Trailer 97% Class 4: Rigid HGV 97% Class 5: Articulated HGV 97% Class 6: Buses & Coaches 95%

STORAGE CAPACITY32 Mb Flash Mass Storage Media Drive 3,000,000 Vehicle VBV Records

INPUT/OUTPUT PORTS8 Nos. Inductive Loop Inputs 1 No. GPRS/GSM Modem 1 No. Bluetooth® 4 Nos. Triggered Outputs

POWER3W solar panel with 2 x rechargeable 6v 8AH batteries

SOFTWARE HI-COMM 100 Compatible

Drakewell C2 Software Suite Compatible

Data hosting by TDC/Drakewell or by client secure data transmission to C2 database.


INSTALLATION

Two loop sensors per traffic lane.

UTC electronics housed in above ground pillar or post. Typical installation time – 2 hours

“The HI-TRAC® UTC-L is a discrete loop counter designed for temporary or permanent installations. It is an ideal entry level system for

local authorities.”

HI-TRAC® UTC-LUNIVERSAL TRAFFIC COUNTER

The HI-TRAC® UTC-L is a small, low powered, low cost electronic system capable of monitoring up to 8 traffic lanes.

The UTC-L uses established loop sensor technology with TDC’s Advanced Loop Profiling function to detect mixed traffic whilst recording vehicle classification, speed, gap and headway.

The UTC-L can be powered by a small 3W solar panel mounted on top of a small pillar, supported by two rechargeable 6v 8AH batteries to form a fully standalone permanent solution.

The UTC-L unit is sealed to IP68.

The UTC-L can be configured toautomatically transmit traffic data via GPRS to a web server for secure data storage to a database.

GSM dial-up communications is also supported.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

■ 4 Lanes Loop-Loop Counter/ Classifying

■ 8 Lanes Single Loop Counting

■ Single Loop Speed & Classification Detection Mode

■ Advanced Loop Profiling

■ Programmable Vehicle Classifications

■ Measures: Classification, Speed, Direction and Gap/ Headway


■ GPRS/GSM Telemetry Option

■ Bluetooth Option

■ Sealed to IP68

FEATURES

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ACCURACY DATAVolume 99% Gap ±8% Speed ±1.5% Length ±8% Headway ±7%Speed Range 1 to 180 kph

AVC ACCURACY (EURO 6)Class 1: Motorbike 95% Class 2: Cars/Vans 97% Class 3: Cars/Vans + Trailer 97% Class 4: Rigid HGV 97% Class 5: Articulated HGV 97% Class 6: Buses & Coaches 95%*

*Modifications have been carried out on the UTC-L (BP) algorithms to eliminate false bus detections.

LANE CAPACITY4 Lanes Loop-Loop


INPUT/OUTPUT PORTS8 Nos. Inductive Loop Inputs 1 No. GPRS/GSM Modem 1 No. Bluetooth® 4 Nos. Triggered Outputs

POWER24v or 48v DC24v or 48v AC240v AC





INSTALLATION

Two loop sensors per traffic lane.

UTC-L (BP) electronics housed in traffic signal controller cabinet, above ground pillar or post or traffic signal cabinet. Typical installation time – 2 hours

HI-TRAC® UTC-L (BP)UNIVERSAL TRAFFIC COUNTER & BUS PRIORITY SYSTEM

The HI-TRAC® UTC-L (BP) is a small, low powered, low cost electronic system that can be used to accurately detect buses and transmit an alarm to the Traffic Signal Controller. This allows extension of the Green Light to allow the buses through, or to provide a “hurry call” which forces the controller to the demanded stage as quickly as possible.

The UTC-L (BP) has 4 configurable alarm outputs ideal for Bus Priority applications.

The UTC-L (BP) uses the established TDC Systems Ltd Advanced Loop Profiling function. This function utilises an Advanced Vehicle Loop Signature Identification Algorithm in the embedded software which is used to detect mixed traffic whilst recording vehicle classification, speed, wheelbase, gap and headway.

Modifications have been carried out on the UTC-L (BP) algorithms to eliminate false positive bus detections.

The UTC-L (BP) unit is sealed to IP68 and is usually installed into the traffic signal controller cabinet. If necessary the unit can also be installed into a post or a small roadside pillar.

The UTC-L (BP) can be configured to automatically transmit traffic data via GPRS to a web server for secure data storage to a database. GSM dial-up communications is also supported.

The storage Media Drive can be used to provide storage of over 3,000,000 vehicle records.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

■ 8 x Inductive Loop Sensor

■ Bluetooth Antenna Module (Laptop Communications)

■ GSM/GPRS Embedded Modem and SIM Card Holder

■ GSM/GPRS Modem Antenna

■ 4 x Switched Alarm Output

■ Sealed to IP68



■ Single Loop Speed & Classification Detection Mode

■ Enhanced algorithm designed to eliminate false positive bus detections

FEATURES

The HI-TRAC® UTC-L (BP) is a small, low powered, low cost electronic universal traffic counter and bus priority system with four configurable

alarm outputs.

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INPUT/OUTPUT PORTS8 Nos. Piezo Electric Sensors 1 No. GPRS/GSM Modem 1 No. Bluetooth® 4 Nos. Triggered Outputs






INSTALLATION

Two piezo electric sensors per traffic lane.

UTC electronics housed in above ground pillar or post.

Typical installation time – 2 hours

The HI-TRAC® UTC-P is a small, low powered, low cost axle classifier system capable of monitoring up to four lanes of traffic using piezo

sensor technology.

HI-TRAC® UTC-PUNIVERSAL TRAFFIC COUNTER

The HI-TRAC® UTC-P is a small, low powered, low cost axle classifier system capable of monitoring up to 4 traffic lanes. The UTC-P uses established piezo-electric sensor technology to detect mixed traffic recording, vehicle classification, speed, axle count, wheelbase, gap and headway.

The UTC-P can be powered by a small 3W solar panel mounted on top of a small pillar, supported by two rechargeable 6v 8AH batteries to form a fully standalone permanent solution.

The UTC-P unit is sealed to IP68 and can be installed into either a small pillar or post.

The UTC-P can be configured to automatically transmit traffic data via GPRS to a web server for secure data storage to a database.

GSM dial-up communication is also supported.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW


■ Measures: Classification, Speed, Direction, Gap, Headway and Wheelbase

■ Vehicle-by-Vehicle (VBV) Data Storage


■ Bluetooth® Option

■ Sealed to IP68

FEATURES

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STORAGE CAPACITY32Mb Flash Mass Storage Media Drive

INPUT/OUTPUT PORTS4 Nos. Piezo Sensors 2 Nos. Pyroelectric Infra Red Sensors2 Nos. GPRS/GSM Modem1 No. Bluetooth 2 No. Triggered Outputs


DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT 135 X 100 X 70 mm (w d h) : 1 kg


Drakewell C2 Software Suite CompatibleData hosting by TDC/Drakewell or by client secure data transmission to C2 database.


INSTALLATION

Two piezo electric sensors per cycle lane or mixed traffic lane.

One pyroelectric infra red sensor per walkway.

CMU electronics housed in above ground pillar or post.

Typical installation time – 2 hours.

TDC’s HI-TRAC® CMU Cycle Monitors have been installed across the UK and TDC is proud to launch two new exciting products inspired by

the cycle revolution taking hold across Europe. The new HI-TRAC® CMU Green Light Priority System is featured on page 12 opposite the new HI-TRAC® CMU Cluster Sensor on page 13, with a Copenhagen case

study on page 31

HI-TRAC® CMUCYCLE & PEDESTRIAN MONITORING UNIT

The HI-TRAC® CMU is a small, low powered, low cost electronic system capable of monitoring up to 2 cycle lanes and 2 pedestrian lanes.

The CMU uses established piezo-electric sensor technology to detect bicycles in either dedicated cycle ways or mixed traffic lanes as well as pyroelectric infra red sensors to detect pedestrians.

Unique algorithms developed by TDC Systems Ltd measure the axle count, speed and wheelbase to distinguish true bicycles from other traffic including child scooters, prams, trolleys, motorbikes and mopeds.

The CMU can be powered by a small 3W solar panel mounted on top of a small pillar, supported by two rechargeable 6v 8AH batteries to form a fully standalone permanent solution.

The CMU unit is sealed to IP68 and can be installed into a small pillar or post.

The CMU can be configured to automatically transmit traffic data via GPRS to a web server for secure data storage to a database.

GSM dial-up communication is also supported.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

■ Detects: Bicycles, Bicycle Clusters, Bicycles in two directions, Bicycles with Pedestrian walking and Bicycles made of non-metal materials including Carbon-Fibre

■ Measures: Speed, Direction and Gap/Headway


■ Installed into dedicated cycle ways or mixed traffic lanes


■ BluetoothTM Option

■ Pedestrian detection using pyroelectric infra red sensors

FEATURES

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PEDESTRIAN ANTENNAOmni-Directional4dBi gain

Optimised for overhead placement to reduce detection rate drops in crowded areas due to body mass interference

ENCLOSURESIP68 rated

Blends into surrounding environment

Antenna housed within enclosure - reduces vandalism / helps units blend into surroundings

Easy to mount - supports multi fixing options (Jubilee clip / hose clamp / heavy duty zip ties - TDC recommends the use of Jubilee clips for a secure installation)

INSTALLATION

Over available infrastructures (Gantries, poles, etc.)

Installation on existing roadside infrastructure such as traffic signal heads or street lighting columns

One unit covers up to 6 lanes at 70 mph

Maintenance and installation non-intrusive

Installation of HI-TRAC® BLUE with Solar Power

ORIGIN DESTINATION MATRIX - 1min MIN Journey Time - 15min MAX Journey Time26-11-12 07:50:15 to 30-11-12 14:41:07 10-90 Percentile

HI-TRAC Blue No1 HI-TRAC Blue No2 HI-TRAC Blue No3

HI-TRAC Blue No1

HI-TRAC Blue No2

HI-TRACBlue No3

In Count:Out Count:Match Count:Avg Time:% Avg Time:

473986677815419

0:02:200:01:50


35532667788792

0:02:440:02:10


66778473988091

0:02:240:01:39


35532473986480

0:02:240:01:44


47398355322221

0:05:320:05:08


66778355323635

0:03:480:03:06

HI-TRAC® BLUEJOURNEY TIME MONITORING

The HI -TRAC® BLUE is the most

advanced journey time monitoring

system on the market, directly and

accurately measuring vehicle and

pedestrian journey time using low-

cost, non-intrusive technology in a

sealed IP68 unit suitable for roadside

operation.

The HI -TRAC® BLUE reads unique

MAC BluetoothTM signals transmitted

by visible BluetoothTM devices

located inside vehicles and carried

by pedestrians such as mobile

phones, PDAs, hands-free kits,

GPS onboard units and laptops.

These are transmitted via GPRS or

cabled Ethernet TCP/IP connection

to a central server database. MAC

addresses from other HI-TRAC® BLUE

systems are then matched to calculate

traffic journey times and movements.

TDC have worked in partnership with

the University of Bristol, world leaders

in antenna design to optimise our

BluetoothTM antennas. The Circular

Polarized Planar 4 Element Patch

Antenna Array offers greater detection

zone control and a more compact

solution that is easy to install in a wide

range of locations.The new antenna

gives greater control over the traffic

detection zone.

There are up to four outputs for event

triggering, for example: congestion

alarms and traffic signal priority.

Also there are expansion ports for TDC

Systems’ Particle Monitor (RS232), Mote

Air Quality Sensor (ZIGBEE), Weather

Sensors and Future Technology.

TDC Systems are now able to offer WiFi

detection. This allows detection of MAC

addresses of WiFi enabled devices to

provide additional data to track vehicle

and pedestrian movement.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

■ FIRST TO MARKET IN THE UK

■ DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED EXCLUSIVELY BY TDC SYSTEMS

■ NEW ANTENNA DESIGNED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BRISTOL UNIVERSITY - WORLD LEADERS IN ANTENNA DESIGN

■ AS USED FOR PEDESTRIAN & CROWD MONITORING AT LONDON 2012 OLYMPICS & PARALYMPIC GAMES

■ NEW COMPACT DESIGN

FEATURES

TECHNICAL INFORMATIONPOWER OPTIONS6V Lead Acid Battery Pack

20W, 35W Solar Panel and Charger Options

Mains Power Supply Option

External Charging and Additional Battery Pack Connection

Elexon Code on request

TRAFFIC ANTENNA

Directional Circular Polarised Antenna9dBi gain - Azimuth plane 50 deg at 0dB

Provides increased detection rates of devices irrespective of their orientation

Configurable detection zone to enable data collection from specific locations, while excluding data from unwanted areas.

SOFTWARE HI-COMM 100 CompatibleDrakewell C2 Software Suite CompatibleData hosting by TDC/Drakewell or by Client Secure data transmission to central database.

TDC’s HI-TRAC® BLUE detects anonymous Bluetooth™ signals transmitted by visible Bluetooth™ devices located inside vehicles.

This data is then used to calculate traffic journey times and movements. It’s robust and reliable design, ultra low power consumption and extended battery life make it the preferred

Bluetooth™ traffic survey tool for leading Traffic Survey Companies.

HI-TRAC®

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NEW COMPACT DESIGN

The 2nd Generation HI -TRAC® BLUE features a new compact design with the following dimensions.

Width: 155mm

Height: 200mm

Depth: 80mm

SOFTWARE

HI-COMM 100 CompatibleDrakewell C2, C2 Web Reports

INSTALLATION

On available infrastructure (traffic signal heads, lamp columns, poles etc.). Maintenance and installation non-intrusive.


iGATE DEPLOYMENT & COMMUNICATIONSTCP/IP Ethernet, 3G, GPRS, GSMWireless based on IEEE802.15.4 (Zigbee)High gain antenna deployed in centre of the MOTE network.

ROADSIDE MEASUREMENTSTemperature Wind SpeedWind DirectionWet/Dry (Rain)Relative Humidity Noise Vibration (accelerometer) CO (carbon monoxide) NO (nitric oxide) NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) SO2 (sulphur dioxide) H2S (hydrogen sulphide) Cl2 (chlorine) PM10, PM2.5

Bluetooth MAC AddressWiFi MAC AddressTraffic Counting Cycle and Pedestrian Counting

POWER(iGATE and Bluetooth MAC Antenna Module Only)6V Lead Acid Rechargeable Battery, 0.4W (60mA at 6V).Solar Panel and Wind Generator Options


HI-TRAC® iGATEINTELLIGENT GATEWAY DEVICE FOR ROADSIDE MONITORING

HI-TRAC iGATE

The HI-TRAC iGATE is an intelligent

gateway device that fulfils multiple

roadside monitoring requirements and

at the same time provides connectivity

over 3G, GPRS and cable or fibre

Ethernet TCP/IP connection to the

real-time ITS in-station.

The iGATE interfaces to various types

of roadside monitoring equipment and

collates the data providing a single

communication interface to the central

system reducing communication

costs, power consumption and

roadside hardware equipment. The

iGATE is modular in design and can

accommodate several current roadside

monitoring technologies as well as

provide an interface and gateway to

future monitoring needs.

iGATE BLUETOOTH MAC Address

Scanner

The iGATE BLUETOOTH MAC Address

Scanner antenna modules are used for

tracking Pedestrian and Multi-Modal

Traffic Movement.

TDC is the UK’s leading company in

Bluetooth Traffic Monitoring technology

with many systems installed as part of

Driver Information Systems, Congestion

Monitoring Schemes and is the leading

provider of Bluetooth Temporary Traffic

Survey equipment.

TDC unique antenna designs developed

in partnership with the University of

Bristol achieve maximum detection of

visible Bluetooth devices in and out of

the detection zone.

The iGATE can interface to up to 2

Bluetooth MAC Address Antenna

modules as parts of a journey time and

origin and destination measurement

system.

iGATE WIFI MAC Address Scanner

As an alternative to Bluetooth the iGATE

WIFI MAC Antenna module can detect

MAC Addresses of many Smart Phones

with WIFI connectivity enabled.

iGATE E-MOTE Air Quality Sensors

The E-MOTE is a pervasive sensor

device or “mote” capable of measuring

air quality.

Originally developed as part of the

“MESSAGE” (Mobile Environmental

Sensing System Across a Grid

Environment) project by researchers at

Newcastle University, TDC Systems has

taken it a step further by integrating the

E-MOTE with the iGate to provide users

with real time pollution levels alongside

other roadside measurements.

The E-MOTES are easily deployed by

fixing to lamp posts or similar street

furniture at a height of 2.5m plus and up

to 80-100m apart. The E-MOTE network

can contain up to 100 motes in an area

of 1km and communicates back to the

iGATE Intelligent Gateway using low

power wireless communication (Zigbee).

The units are designed for all weather

conditions with a continual power

supply provided by solar cells & internal

battery.

The E-MOTES are small, low cost and

completely wireless making them rapid

and easy to deploy in large numbers to

provide real time pollutant information.

iGATE EMS Weather Monitoring Sensors

Weather sensors provide essential

information to be recorded alongside

data coming from other roadside

monitoring sensors. Weather has a

direct impact on air quality, congestion,

journey times, traffic movements and

modes of transport. The iGATE EMS unit

interfaces to wind speed, wind direction,

air temperature and rain sensors.

iGATE Traffic, Cycle and Pedestrian

Monitoring

The iGATE can connect to other

roadside monitoring equipment

including the TDC HI-TRAC range of

traffic, cycle and pedestrian monitoring

systems installed within a 100M

distance from the iGATE, using low

power wireless communications.

HI-TRAC® PM Particulate Monitor

Interface for PM10, PM2.5 and PM1.0.

The iGATE Particulate Monitoring

System records PM10, PM2.5 and

PM1.0 levels at the roadside. Dust and

particulate matter is a major component

of air pollution that threatens both our

health and our environment because the

particles are small enough to be inhaled

into the deepest parts of the lung.

The two size classes (PM10 and PM2.5)

are the normal sampling standards

found throughout the world. They

represent the particulate pollution that

affects human health and thus sampling

them provides an accurate insight into

how dust and particulate matter at both

PM10 and PM2.5 affect human health.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The HI-TRAC® iGATE is an intelligent gateway device that provides a single communications interface between various types of roadside

monitoring equipment and the central system

HI-TRAC®

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BLUETOOTH MAC Address ScannerThe BLUETOOTH MAC Address Scanner antenna modules are used for tracking Pedestrian and Multi-Modal Traffic Movement.

TDC is the UKs leading company in Bluetooth

Traffic Monitoring technology with many systems installed as part of Driver Information Systems, Congestion Monitoring Schemes and is the leading provider of Bluetooth Temporary Traffic Survey equipment.

TDC unique antenna designs developed in partnership with the University of Bristol achieve maximum detection of visible Bluetooth devices in and out of the detection zone.

This can interface to up to 2 Bluetooth MAC Address Antenna modules as parts of a journey time and origin and destination measurement system.

HI-TRAC® PMParticulate Monitor

PM10, PM2.5, PM1.0The Particulate Monitoring System records PM10 and PM2.5 levels at the roadside. Dust and

particulate matter is a major component of air pollution that threatens both our health and our environment because the particles are small enough to be inhaled into the deepest parts of the lung.

The two size classes (PM10 and PM2.5) are the normal sampling standards found throughout the world, they represent the particulate pollution that effects human health and thus sampling them provides an accurate insight into how dust and particulate matter at both PM10 and PM2.5 effect human health.

iGATE with Weather Monitoring SensorsWeather sensors provide essential information to

be recorded alongside data coming from other roadside monitoring sensors. Weather has a direct impact on air quality, congestion, journey times, traffic movements and modes of transport. The EMS unit interfaces to wind speed, wind direction, air temperature and rain sensors.

Traffic, Cycle and Pedestrian MonitoringThis can connect to other roadside monitoring equipment

including the TDC HI-TRAC range of traffic, cycle and pedestrian monitoring systems installed within a 100M distance from the system, using low power wireless communications.

E-MOTE Air Quality SensorsThe E-MOTE is a pervasive sensor device or “mote” capable of measuring air quality.

Originally developed as part of the “MESSAGE” (Mobile Environmental Sensing System Across a Grid Environment) project by researchers at Newcastle University, TDC Systems has taken it a step further by integrating the E-MOTE with the Hi-TRAC BLUE to provide users with real time pollution levels alongside other roadside measurements.

The E-MOTES are easily deployed by fixing to lamp posts or similar street furniture at a height of 2.5m plus and up to 80-100m apart. The E-MOTE network can contain up to 100 motes in an area of 1km and communicates back to the Intelligent Gateway using low power wireless communication (Zigbee).

The units are designed for all weather conditions with a continual power supply provided by solar cells & internal battery.

The E-MOTES are small, low cost and completely wireless making them rapid and easy to deploy in large numbers to provide real time pollutant information.

HI-TRAC iGATEINTELLIGENT GATEWAY DEVICE

Weigh-in-Motion SensorsTDC supply high speed, low speed and portable weigh-in-motion systems to over 50 countries throughout the world. Applications include Bridge Load Monitoring, Vehicle Weight Enforcement

Systems and Virtual Weigh Stations with Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology.

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ProductsHI-TRAC® iGATEHI-TRAC®

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SOFTWARE

HI-COMM 100: Data Download, Analysis, Real Time VBV View, Report Generation & Diagnostics

INSTALLATION

Two piezo electric sensors, an inductive loop and a temperature probe per traffic lane.

HI-TRAC UTC-WIM electronics housed in above ground pillar or post or sub-surface chamber.

Typical installation time – 2 hours per lane

VBV DATA RECORDEDIndividual Axle WeightsGross Vehicle WeightInter-axle SpacingDirection of Travel Site Identity CodeVehicle LengthVehicle SpeedLane Number Vehicle ClassValidity CodeTime & DateVehicle GapWheelbase HeadwayVehicle GapWheelbase Headway

INPUT/OUTPUT PORTS4 Nos. Piezo Electric Sensors 2 Nos. Inductive Loops2 Nos. Temperature Probe1 No. Bluetooth™ Option1 No. RS232 Option1 No. USB Option1 No. Ethernet Option

POWER6V to 24V DC0.1 Watts3W solar panel with 2 x rechargeable 6v 8AH batteries Ethernet Versions 2.5 Watts



ACCURACY DATA(P-L-P Lane Configuration)Gross Vehicle Weight ±10%Individual Axle Weight ±15%Group Axle Weight ±15%Traffic Volume >99.5% Length ±8% Headway ±7% Speed ±1.5% Speed Range 1 - 200 kph Note: Gross vehicle and axle weight accuracy with 95% confidence. Axle weight accuracy assumes road sensors installed in a surface compliant with COST 323 Class B(10) or ASTM E1318-02 specifications.

CLASSIFICATION ACCURACYFHWA, UK DFT, AUSTROADS, user definableMotorbike >95% Cars & Vans >97%Cars & Vans + Trailer >97%Rigid HGV >98%Articulated HGV >99%Draw-Bar Trailers >99%Buses & Coaches >97%

LANE CONFIGURATIONSPiezo-Loop-Piezo (P-L-P)Piezo-Piezo (P-P)Piezo-Loop-Piezo-Piezo-Loop-Piezo (P-L-P-P-L-P)Piezo-Piezo-Piezo-Piezo (P-P-P-P)

The HI-TRAC® UTC-WIM is a low powered system using piezo electric sensor technology to detect mixed traffic, recording axle weight, vehicle

classification, speed, axle count, wheelbase, gap and headway.The Department for Transport has currently deployed this device on minor roads as part of its Automatic Traffic Data Collection contract with TDC. This is a perfect solution for bridge protection schemes.

HI-TRAC® UTC-WIMWEIGH-IN-MOTION UNIT

The HI-TRAC® UTC-WIM is a small, low powered, low cost electronic system capable of monitoring up to 2 Weigh-in-Motion traffic lanes.

The HI-TRAC® UTC-WIM uses established piezo-electric sensor technology to detect mixed traffic, recording axle weight, gross weight, vehicle classification, speed, axle count, wheelbase, gap and headway.

In the standard configuration two piezoelectric sensors, a temperature probe and one inductive loop are installed in the highway per lane of detection (maximum 2 lanes).

Accuracy levels of COST 323 Class B(10) are achievable with this configuration.

For a multi-sensor array 4 piezo electric sensors, 2 temperature probes and 2 inductive loops are installed in a single traffic lane (maximum 1 lane) to provide higher accuracy levels to COST 323 Class B(7).

The HI-TRAC® UTC-WIM unit is sealed to IP68 and can be installed into either a small pillar or post. The HI-TRAC®

UTC-WIM can be powered by a small 3W solar panel mounted on top of a small pillar, supported by two rechargeable 6v 8AH batteries to form a fully standalone permanent solution.

The HI-TRAC® UTC-WIM unit transmits individual vehicle weight data to the host system using standard communication protocols via RS232, USB, BluetoothTM, GPRS or TCP/IP Ethernet. A power over Ethernet version is also available.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

■ Weigh-in-Motion (WIM) operation

■ Classification of over 100 unique vehicle types as well as supporting UK DFT, FHWA, AUSTROADS class schemes


■ 4 x MEAS BL Piezoelectric Sensor Input

■ 2 x Inductive Loop Input

■ 2 x Temperature Probes Input

■ Sealed to IP68

■ Ultra Low Power (<0.1W)

■ USB Communication Option

■ Bluetooth™ Communication Option

■ TCP/IP Ethernet Communication Option

FEATURES

HI-TRAC®

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SOFTWARE

HI-COMM 100 CompatibleDrakewell C2 Software Suite CompatibleData hosting by TDC/Drakewell or by Client Secure data transmission to central database.

CALIBRATIONZero Calibration: Automatic Zero Calibration every hour or as programmed from HI-TRAC®

FLOWFlow Rate: 2.0 litres/minute ± 0.1 lpm. Actual volumetric flow

PUMPPump Type: Brushless Diaphragm (20,000 hour).

POWERPower: 15 – 40 VDC @ 1.5 A maximum


MEASUREMENTMeasurement Principles: forward light scatter laser NephelometerAvailable Cut Points: Total Suspended Particles (TSP) Inlet Standard.PM10, PM2.5, and PM1.0 sharp-cut cyclone inletsMeasurement Range: 0 to 100 mg/m3 (0 to 100,000 g/m3)Measurement Sensitivity: .001 mg/m3Nephelometer Accuracy: ± 5% traceable standard with 0.6um PSLParticle Size Sensitivity: 0.1 to 100 micron. Optimal sensitivity 0.5 to 10 micron particles

STABILITYLong Term Stability: 5% with clean optics

LASERLaser Type: Diode Laser, 5 mW, 670nm. Visible red

DISPLAYDisplay: 2 X 16 backlit LCD. Provides information on operation including: Power, Flow Operation, Status and Concentration

APPROVALS

Approvals: CE, ISO-9001. Designed to agree with EPA Class I and Class III FRM/FEM particulate samplers and moni-tors. Not an EPA-designated equivalent method.

HI-TRAC® PMROADSIDE PARTICLE MONITOR

The HI-TRAC® PM automatically measures real-time airbourne PM10, PM2.5, PM1.0 or TSP particulate concentration at any roadside location. The remote sensor interfaces seamlessly with the HI-TRAC® iGATE and offers real time air quality information.

The HI-TRAC® PM uses an

advanced nephelometer which automatically

measures real-time airbourne PM1.0, PM10,

PM2.5, or TSP particulate concentration

levels using the principle of forward laser

light scatter. Sample air is drawn into the

monitor and through the laser optical

module, where the particulate in the sample

air stream scatters the laser light through

reflective and refractive properties. This

scattered light is collected onto a photodiode

detector at a near-forward angle and the

resulting electronic signal is processed

to determine a continuous, real-time

measurement of airbourne particulate

mass concentrations. This method has

been approved by both USA and European

agencies.

The New Standard in Real-Time Roadside

Particle Monitoring

The HI-TRAC® PM will provide accurate, AQ

data 24 hours a day. When combined with

our gaseous monitor and weather sensors,

the HI-TRAC® iGATE AQ station is the only

roadside equipment to deliver both the

primary AQ data from gaseous and particle

sensors. This is then automatically integrated

with important data from related sensors such

as wind speed and direction, Relative Humidity

(RH) and temperature.

The HI-TRAC® PM is rugged, portable and

easy to use. The weatherproof enclosure is

remotely controlled and monitored by the

main HI-TRAC® unit and requires no user

intervention. All maintenance features are front

panel mounted and easily accessible.

The HI-TRAC® PM now has auto baseline

checking to ensure data integrity over longer

periods of use as well as micro controlled

flow regulation and automatic dew point

compensation. This makes the HI-TRAC® PM

very reliable and easy to use. Data is gathered

and presented via the HI-TRAC® iGATE and is

presented in a wide range of customer specific

styles.

The HI-TRAC® PM is the most feature-packed

light-scatter Aerosol Monitor available. The HI-

TRAC® PM is ideal for all roadside applications

and is supplied with mounting brackets and

local cabling.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

■ Easy to install

■ Auto calibration

■ 12 month maintenance period

■ Full integration of all data

■ Real time monitor

■ Automatically measures real-time airbourne PM1.0, PM10, PM2.5 particulate concentration.

FEATURES

The HI-TRAC® PM is a roadside particle monitor that uses an advanced nephelometer to automatically measure real-time airbourne PM10 , PM2.5 ,

PM1.0 or TSP particulate concentration levels

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52ProductsHI-TRAC® MC SERIES

DESIGNERS & MANUFACTURERS OF TRAFFIC DATA COLLECTION, MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT SYSTEMS

The HI-TRAC MC Series of hand held traffic recording devices combine traditional manual counting methods with state of the art electronic data logging functionality.

The Unit provides a selection of pre-loaded manual count programmes:

DFT link based classified counts

Classified turning movement counts

Pedestrian crossing counts

User configurable classified counts

Easy set up using keypad and display

Lightweight design

Reliable splash proof case

Tactile keyboard with positive feel

Internal rechargeable batteries

Interchangeable membrane

GPS module upgrade (Optional)

USB Interface (Optional)

RS232 Interface Analysis software

Mains and in-car charger

Integrated 10 year battery back-up

FEATURES

WWW.TDCSYSTEMS.CO.UK - TRAFFIC DATA COLLECTION, MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT SYSTEMS

HI-TRACMANUAL COUNTERS

MC SERIES

WB30L AXLE WEIGHBEAM

The WB30L Axle Weighbeam is a robust steel structure supported in each corner by four folded ‘S’ tensile load cells mounted within specially designed shoes.

The platform itself sits in a sturdy steel pit frame, which is set into a flat and level concrete apron (weigh lane)

TECHNICAL DATAACCURACYDynamic (<5kph) Typically <±1%Static Typically <±1%Standard Weight ±1%

Note: Vehicle gross weight and axle weight accuracy is dependant upon site construction in accordance with TDC specifications.

ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONJunction box sealed to IP67Load cells sealed to IP68

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTPlatform size: 900x3000mmWeighing platform: 900kgPit frame: 250kg

Shipping weight: 1,250kg

WEIGHING PLATFORMThe weighbeam structure is a very rigid support to the vehicle axle. It weighs one axle at a time and has a 30 tonne loading

capacity.

PIT SURROUND FRAMEThis steel structure is installed in the concrete weigh lane and supported within

its frame by two load bearing plates.


JUNCTION BOX & SUMMATION PCBA cable junction box, sealed to IP67 sits under a removable plate at the top of the weighbeam. All load cell cables are

terminated on a summation PCB.

LOAD CELLSThere are four load cells specially mounted to prevent curbing and tilting of the weighing platform. Each has a 10,000kg capacity with an over range limit

of 80% without losing calibration.

They are hermetically sealed to IP68 and

approved to OIML R60 Class III.

HI-TRAC® MC SERIESMANUAL COUNTERS

The HI-TRAC® MC Series of hand held traffic recording devices combine traditional manual counting methods with state of the art electronic data logging functionality.

The Unit provides a selection of pre-loaded manual count programmes

■ DfT link based classified counts

■ Classified turning movement counts

■ Pedestrian crossing counts

■ User configurable classified counts


DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTW - 110mmD - 35mmH - 230mm

STORAGE CAPACITY

5, 10, 15, 30 AND 60 minutes

POWER3.7V Lithium Ion (rechargeable)Mains and in-car charger 2 Amp

ANALYSIS SOFTWAREThe HI-COMM MC analysis software is a user friendly data download and analysis package which includes a simple report generation programme with standard graphical and tabular outputs. The software is compatible with MS Exceland Access.

The HI-COMM MC analysis software also provides easy set up and configuration of the HI-TRAC® MC hand held manual counter. The software enables the user to compile and store templates on the PC for easy upload of manual count programmes.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW INFORMATION

■ Easy set up using keypad and display

■ Lightweight design

■ Reliable splash proof case

■ Tactile keyboard with positive feel

■ Internal rechargeable batteries

■ Interchangeable membrane

■ GPS module upgrade (Optional)

■ USB Interface

■ RS232 Interface analysis software

■ Mains and in-car charger

■ Integrated 10 year battery back up

FEATURES

■ Rigid and robust steel structure

■ Minimum maintenance

■ Easy access to junction box and cable connections structural strength to 70 tonnes

■ Weighing capacity 30 tonnes

■ 80% overload without failure or loss of calibration

■ Lightning protection system and load cell earth bridging as standard

■ Four 10,000kg load cells

■ Load cells rated for 50% overload

■ Load cells OIML R60 Class III Approval

■ Platform size: 900 x 3000mm

■ Weighing platform: 900kg

■ Pit frame: 250kg ■ ■ Shipping weight: 1,250kg

FEATURES

HI-TRAC®

MC SERIESHI-TRAC®

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LO-TRAC® 300LOW-SPEED WEIGH-IN-MOTION AND AXLE BY AXLE

STATIC WEIGHING SYSTEM

The LO-TRAC® 300 system is a configurable, multi-function, Vehicle Axle Weighing System. It provides a means of measuring axle and gross vehicle weights either statically or dynamically providing either enforcement of vehicle weight limits for government authorities of overload prevention for transport companies.

The LO-TRAC® 300 is designed to be configurable and can be supplied as a basic control unit interfacing to the TDC Axle Weighbeam WB30L providing axle weight and gross weight data, with the option to supply additional interfaces to provide full vehicle weight enforcement functions.

If a desktop computer is connected, LO-WEIGH 100 Windows® software is available to provide a graphical interface to the operator, to enable functions for printing, user specified weight tickets and data recording with report generation.

The design of the LO-TRAC® 300 enables easy system upgrades.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW ■ Slow speed Weigh-in-Motion

■ Static Axle-by-Axel Weighing

■ Vehicle Classification with automatic comparison to pre- determined axle and gross vehicle weight limits

■ Vehicle speed and change of speed check measurement to ensure accurate weight results

■ Traffic Signal and/or Message Signboard Control

■ Dedicated Operators Control Unit (OCU) with built-in keypad and display for system configuration

■ Built-in keypad and display for system configuration

■ Key switch for calibration

■ System configuration to provide multiple interfaces. For example RS485 data line connection for high speed weigh-in-motion pre-selection system connection, external weight display, traffic light control, over-height detection, CCTV/ANPR cameras

■ Piezo Electric and Induction Loop Sensor connection for accurate vehicle classification and automatic traffic signal control

■ Configurable alarm outputs

■ LO-WEIGH 100 software with dedicated PC connection via Serial (RS232) connection

FEATURES


SOFTWARE

LO-WEIGH 100 Compatible: Site Control, Weighing Operation Control, Data Recording, Report Generation and Diagnostics (Note: PC and Printer required)

INPUT / OUTPUT PORTSRS232 PC or Ticket PrinterRS485 External Weight Display

EXTERNALLY INSTALLED ITEMS (dependant upon configuration):WB30 WeighbeamExternal Weight DisplayTraffic SignalsMessage Sign BoardsTraffic BarriersInduction Loop SensorsPiezo Electric SensorsVehicle Over Height DetectionCommunications to HSWIM system/s


RADAR SENSOR: ACCURACY DATA (WIM AND STATIC):Gross Vehicle Weight ±2%Individual Axle Weight ±2%Group Axle Weight ±2%Block Weight ±10kgSpeed ±5%Speed Range 1 to 16 kph

Note: vehicle and axle weight accuracy is dependent upon speed limitation to 5 kph and site construction in accordance to TDC specifications.

CLASSIFICATION ACCURACY:Rigid HGV ±99%Articulated HGV ±99%

Draw-Bar Trailers ±99%

LIGHTNING AND TRANSIENT PROTECTION:Mains Supply - FurseWeighbeam - TDC WBTP PCBAmplifier - TDC

AMPTP PCB

OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE:

-20°C to +65°C

POWER:85-264VAC @ 47-440Hz

The LO-TRAC® 300 is a low speed, configurable, multi-function vehicle axle weighing system. It measures axle and gross vehicle weights either

statically or dynamically.

LO-TRAC®

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Q-Free company TDC Systems Ltd is an industry leader in research, design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) across the world. TDC was established in 1998 to deliver cutting edge, user-friendly and reliable Intelligent Transport Systems that meet the exact needs of its customers. TDC was acquired in 2014 by Q-Free who are the leading Global supplier of Road User Charging (RUC) and Advanced Transportation Management Systems (ATMS). TDC Systems Ltd is a 24/7 global operation with Head Quarters in the South West of England and additional sites in the UK, Australia, Brazil, China and Thailand. Our customers are spread over 50 countries in the UK and Europe, North America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, China, South East Asia and Australia.

TDC Products and Services include: - Research, Design, Manufacture, Installation and Maintenance of ITS Systems- High and Low Speed Weigh-in-Motion Systems - Bluetooth™ Journey Time Monitoring Systems - Traffic Counters and Classifiers - Cycle and Pedestrian Detection Systems- Air Quality Monitoring Systems - Sustainable Transport Initiatives

CONTACT US

TDC Systems Ltd. 30 Lynx Crescent Weston Industrial Estate Weston-super-Mare North Somerset BS24 9BP England United Kingdom

T: +44 (0)1934 644299 F: + 44 (0)1934 644255 E: [email protected]

Head QuartersQ-Free ASAP.O.B 3974 Leangen,NO-7443 Trondheim, Norwaywww.q-free.com/

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