WH Sections Related Products - WH13 Technology http://www.worldhighways.com/Related-Products-WH13-Technology.rss As part of the Ecotaxe toll project, Siemens is supplying service operators Eurotoll and Total with On-Board-Units worth €50 million (US$65.14 million). The project involves introducing a toll based on road performance for HGVs above 3.5tonnes on France's national highways. Production of the On-Board-Units began in Orleans in February this year. The operator écomouv is setting up a new service based on the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), as well as the required infrastructure for the new toll in http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/siemens-on-board-units-for-satellite-based-toll-in-france/ 84823 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT 20130424000000 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 08:51:20 GMT 20130424085120 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 08:56:19 GMT 201304240885619 Kestutis Rusas 2013 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Siemens Eurotoll Vital Technology has launched Xtend - a mobile rapid deployment CCTV and onboard video analytics tower system which provides surveillance and intelligent scene analysis at locations that are proving vulnerable to theft, trespass and vandalism. Described as purpose-built to cope with difficult terrain and weather conditions, the ruggedised solution incorporates a hydraulic mast (extendable to 9m) and 360 rotation tower housed in a trailer base unit with an environmentally-friendly 3000rpm generator. Xtend i http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/xtend-your-site-protection/ 84827 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT 20130424000000 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:31:00 GMT 20130424093100 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:37:32 GMT 201304240993732 Kestutis Rusas 2013 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Vital Technology AMG, the British manufacturer of sophisticated 5 Megapixel cameras and CCTV transmission solutions, showcased their new series of rugged Multi-Service Ethernet Switches at the recent Security Twenty 13 conference in Birmingham, central England. Sara Bullock, sales & marketing director of AMG Group, said the firm had developed the AMG9000A range to provide a hybrid product that bridges the gap between analogue and IP transmission technologies. Historically, I/O requirements have been dealt with through the http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/sophisticated-cctv-solution-available-from-amg/ 84759 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT 20130423000000 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:47:33 GMT 20130423144733 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:01:18 GMT 201304231530118 Kestutis Rusas 2013 April WH13 Technology Products AMG Systems in World Highways Satellite vehicle tracking technology from Isotrak is helping Skanska UK's utilities business save on fuel and be kinder to the environment by reducing emissions. Using the real time system to track the company's mobile workforce on the road enables efficient vehicle management and provides detailed reporting on individual driving styles for each driver. This is said to have enabled Skanska UK, a leading utility infrastructure and asset management provider, covering telecommunications, gas, power and water http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/skanskas-sophisticated-satellite-system-saves-fuel/ 84762 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT 20130423000000 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:11:50 GMT 20130423151150 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:22:52 GMT 201304231532252 Kestutis Rusas 2013 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Skanska Leica Geosystems has launched Leica Zeno Office v3.1 and Leica MobileMatriX v5.1 software updates for the Zeno GIS series. Leica Zeno Office v3.1 and MobileMatriX v5.1 now support the new Leica CS25 GNSS, an innovative tablet computer and high accuracy data collector; Esri ArcGIS 10.0/10.1; and post-processing accuracy improvements. Johannes Hotz, senior product manager, says: Both Zeno Office, in combination with Leica Zeno Field, and MobileMatriX further support the measurement of positions and associate http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/leicas-growing-support-network/ 84776 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT 20130423000000 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:17:50 GMT 20130423161750 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:25:21 GMT 201304231642521 Kestutis Rusas 2013 April WH13 Technology Products Leica in World Highways Leica Geosystems has launched the latest additions to the Digisystem product range: the Leica Digicat xf-Series. With Leica Geosystems' new xf-Series cable locators and transmitters, users are said to be able to accurately detect and trace utilities faster and over a greater distance. The Leica Digicat xf-Series is said by the Swiss firm to have been speci?cally designed with long distance tracing in mind. The ability to trace transmitter frequencies of 512Hz and 640Hz provides users with a greater tracing http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/leicas-new-digicat-xf-series-cable-locators-and-transmitters/ 83270 Sun, 31 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT 20130331000000 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:53:24 GMT 20130403115324 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:53:24 GMT 2013040311115324 Natalie Trueman 2013 March WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software Leica in World Highways Ultracrete Rhinophalt is a cold spray-applied road surface preservation system that ensures the bitumen's essential oils are not broken down by UV light. This means that the integrity of surface aggregate is not lost, cracks are not formed, and therefore water cannot penetrate the surface leading to eventual pothole formation. Now available through Instarmac's Ultracrete brand following a strategic alliance with its manufacturers, ASI, Ultracrete Rhinophalt has been installed on many of the UK's motorways http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/rhinophalt-roads-made-to-last/ 83273 Sun, 31 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT 20130331000000 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:03:20 GMT 20130403120320 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:03:20 GMT 2013040312120320 Natalie Trueman WH9 Maintenance & Utility 2013 March WH13 Technology Products Instarmac Highways Agency in World Highways Ultracrete Saint-Gobain PAM UK says it has developed the Opt-Emax, a range of one-man operable access covers, in response to health and safety concerns over a perceived increase in accidents occurring from drainage operatives lifting heavy access covers. Through an innovative design, each triangular cover section is independently hinged, said to considerably reduce required effort when lifting compared with traditional access covers. Once opened, the hinge blocks at 900, preventing accidental closure. Paul Thompson, m http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/safety-covered/ 79943 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:01:00 GMT 20130206000100 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 15:33:35 GMT 20121220153335 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 15:33:35 GMT 201212201533335 Natalie Trueman 2012 November December WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Saint-Gobain PAM Slough Borough Council (SBC) in southern England has joined the growing number of UK local authorities to deploy the latest version of Comet, the advanced traffic management and information system from Siemens. Comet aims to enable SBC to meet its policy, operational and travel information requirements including the ability to set network strategies. The solution will provide a command and control system for strategic VMS and car park guidance and will also provide dynamic content seamlessly to SBC's plann http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/slough-welcomes-siemens/ 79955 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:01:00 GMT 20130206000100 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:42:56 GMT 20121220164256 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:42:56 GMT 201212201644256 Natalie Trueman 2012 November December WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Siemens Trimble has launched version 7.3 of the Trimble Quantm system for road and rail alignment planning. Version 7.3 introduces Trimble Quantm Enterprise, a locally hosted version of what the US firm says is the proven Quantm system for alignment planning. Said to be designed for government planning agencies and large, multi-disciplinary consultants who perform transportation planning in-house, Trimble Quantm Enterprise is described as offering all the functionality of the Quantm system, operating on the users http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/trimbles-latest-quantm-leap/ 79953 Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:02:00 GMT 20130109000200 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:20:18 GMT 20121220162018 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:26:30 GMT 201212201642630 Natalie Trueman WH13 Technology Products Sokkia has unveiled what it describes as redefinition of robotics with its SX series of total stations. The SX series are said to be compact and lightweight systems containing the most modern technology available. Sokkia says the SX's high-accuracy robotic technology includes an advanced angle measurement system, RED-tech technology, reflectorless EDM, Bluetooth Class 1 long-range data communication, and what is said to be an extremely accurate auto-tracking system using RC-PR5 remote control. Combining t http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/sokkias-redefinition-of-robotics/ 79951 Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:01:00 GMT 20130109000100 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 15:58:26 GMT 20121220155826 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:27:32 GMT 201212201642732 Natalie Trueman 2012 November December WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Sokkia Sony Europe has unveiled a new flagship camera module, further advancing its range of digital OEM video cameras. The FCB-EH6500 is said to combine Sony's renowned, ultra-sensitive Exmor CMOS sensor with a 30x optical zoom which, says Sony Europe, delivers exceptional picture clarity for transport, security and low vision applications. The camera's 1/2.8-type colour sensor delivers true HD (1080p) video at 30fps. Compared to the previous Sony flagship device, the FCB-EH6300, the FCB-EH6500 is also said to http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/sony-launches-flagship-30x-zoom-module/ 78757 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20121127000000 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 10:33:45 GMT 20121127103345 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 11:15:34 GMT 2012112711111534 Natalie Trueman 2012 October WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Sony Europe Leica Geosystems, the leading Swiss manufacturer of surveying instruments and measurement tools, has launched a new warranty and service package for its range of construction-related products. Protect by Leica Geosystems offers a lifetime manufacturer's warranty, no cost for product repairs and maintenance associated with normal conditions of use, and certified quality. Makers of products to tackle onsite positioning, measuring, levelling, aligning and plumbing tasks, Leica Geosystems' Protect package is sa http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/leica-offers-technology-warranty/ 78768 Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20121031000000 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 11:16:39 GMT 20121127111639 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 11:24:19 GMT 2012112711112419 Natalie Trueman 2012 October WH13 Technology Products Leica in World Highways The new Leica Zeno 5 is said to be an entrylevel, rugged personal digital assistant (PDA) for organisations that require a durable compact device with integrated modem and high-sensitive GPS. The Leica Geosystems technology supports field workers by combining a mobile phone with asset collection and management capabilities. The Leica Zeno 5 is said to be shock resistant, withstands a drop from to 1.8m, and is protected against water and dust. The large 9.4cm screen is optimised for sunlight readability and http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/leicas-high-tech-5/ 74346 Tue, 14 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120814000000 Tue, 14 Aug 2012 11:04:05 GMT 20120814110405 Tue, 14 Aug 2012 11:37:02 GMT 2012081411113702 Natalie Trueman MS05 3D Software 2012 July August WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software Leica in World Highways Carmanah Technologies Corporation claims its new R920 Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) has features proven to significantly improve crosswalk safety. The pedestrian-activated system provides a high-intensity rapid flash pattern to alert vehicles approaching a crosswalk that pedestrians are present. The R920 RRFB Series adds to what Carmanah describes as its industry proven line of solar flashing beacons which have been successfully used by City, County, and DOT (Department of Transportation) Agencie http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/no-flash-in-the-pan/ 74293 Mon, 13 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120813000000 Mon, 13 Aug 2012 16:46:32 GMT 20120813164632 Mon, 13 Aug 2012 16:48:45 GMT 201208131644845 Natalie Trueman WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM05 Traffic Management 2012 July August WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Federal Highway Administration Carmanah Topcon Europe Positioning and FARO has signed a partnership agreement for the distribution of FARO Laser Scanner Focus3D in most European countries, the Middle East and Africa. Sander Jongeleen, product manager for mobile mapping at Topcon Europe Positioning, said: The Focus3D has been designed for close range laser scanning, and is equipped with a very intuitive user interface. Sitting alongside our GLS-1500, the Focus3D will allow our distribution network to address every segment of the terrestrial scann http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/topcon-and-faro-scan-new-horizons/ 74294 Mon, 13 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120813000000 Mon, 13 Aug 2012 16:49:51 GMT 20120813164951 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 11:01:44 GMT 2012082011110144 Natalie Trueman MS05 3D Software 2012 July August WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software in World Highways Topcon Europe Positioning FARO Leica Geosystems says that its new Viva TS12 performance robotic package offers a comprehensive package of surveying solutions. High accuracy surveying can be achieved using this cost-effective system, according to the firm. The package comprises the Leica Viva TS12 Total Station, the Viva CS10 Controller and the easy-to-use SmartWorx Viva Onboard Software. The Viva TS12 can be used to find, lock and measure points to prisms with accuracy. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/accurate-surveys/ 58172 Fri, 06 Jul 2012 16:01:39 GMT 20120706160139 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:02:56 GMT 20120319110256 Fri, 06 Jul 2012 16:01:39 GMT 201207061640139 Hema Mistry 2011 June WH13 Technology Products Leica Aggregates Business Europe in World Highways The Spectra Precision Laser DDS300 Depth Display System is Trimble's new laser-referenced grade control solution designed for compact machines. The DDS300 version 3.0 is said by Trimble to be an environmentally-rated control box that boosts productivity of mini-excavators and backhoe loaders during excavation and trenching work. Cable-free components, simple installation and an affordable price are said to make the DDS300 system ideal for contractors who want to improve accuracy, fuel usage and safety of th http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/trimble-offers-machine-control-tool-for-compact-equipment/ 71424 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120627000000 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 09:39:10 GMT 20120627093910 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 09:47:03 GMT 201206270994703 Natalie Trueman 2012 June WH13 Technology Products Trimble in World Highways Spectra Precision A new flood control device said to represent a major advance in vortex technology has been launched by Hydro International (HI). The Hydro-Brake Optimum (HBO) is said to offer built-in flexibility to size each unit for absolute fit. HI says HBO perfectly balances flow rates and surface water storage requirements to suit the conditions of every scheme. The UK-headquartered company's existing range of Hydro-Brake Flow Controls are already said to provide significant savings in surface water storage over con http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/hydro-international-close-floodgates/ 70384 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120613000000 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:44:38 GMT 20120613154438 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:50:07 GMT 201206131535007 Natalie Trueman 2012 May Promotion WH13 Technology WH23 Environment RP17 Water Management Products in World Highways HYDRO International Sokkia has launched its new FX reflectorless total station said to come with the construction industry's most complete package of innovative technologies. The FX includes on-board Magnet Field application software, the TSshield telematics-based communications module, and a long-range wireless communications system using Bluetooth Class 1 technology. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/a-magnet-for-building-work/ 70976 Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120531000000 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 11:06:11 GMT 20120621110611 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 11:17:42 GMT 2012062111111742 Joseph Tinlin MS01 Primary Survey 2012 May WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software in World Highways Sokkia Leica Geosystems has high hopes for iCON, described as its pioneering portfolio of tailor-made positioning and measuring solutions for construction professionals. Said to be more than a new product line and a software package, the iCON range consists of four elements. iCONstruct provides tailor-made hardware and software solutions for positioning and measuring tasks on site. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/an-icon-of-construction/ 71013 Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120531000000 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 14:04:59 GMT 20120621140459 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 14:18:43 GMT 201206211421843 Joseph Tinlin MS02 Positioning 2012 May WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software Leica in World Highways Gatso recently unveiled its new T-series platform for speed enforcement during Intertraffic Amsterdam. The platform is said to consist of a range of innovative technology design and components, housed in a revolutionary new cabinet. It includes the latest high-tech components for image capture, machine vision, and detection. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/a-platform-for-speed-enforcement/ 71016 Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120531000000 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 14:20:49 GMT 20120621142049 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 14:39:35 GMT 201206211423935 Joseph Tinlin WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM04 Incident Detection And Management 2012 May WH13 Technology Products Gatso Intertraffic in World Highways Cable Detection claims its new EZiTEX t100 is set to revolutionise underground cable location with its increased power and four output levels. The firm says the state-of-the-art compact signal transmitter has also maintained all the onsite flexibility of the EZiTRACE 8/33. The EZITEX t100 is said to trace services over a greater distance, improve service detection in areas of high signal interference, and improve depth estimation when using a depth locator. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/ezi-with-know-how/ 71020 Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120531000000 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 14:57:10 GMT 20120621145710 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 15:17:40 GMT 201206211531740 Joseph Tinlin WH9 Maintenance & Utility 2012 May WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Cable Detection Ltd Heald says its Matador4 bollard was fully functional with zero penetration and dispersion after being struck by a 7,500kg truck travelling at 48mph during a recent crash test. The model, comprising two central moving bollards and based on the Matador3, gives a clear opening of just over 4metres. Surface mounted and only needing to be bolted into place, the Matador4 is said by Heald to be ideal for a variety of applications including temporary installations. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/matador4-heald-in-high-regard/ 70974 Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120531000000 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 10:54:18 GMT 20120621105418 Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:26:07 GMT 201206291422607 WH11 Road Markings, Barriers & Workzone Protection SB07 Permanent Moveable Barrier Systems 2012 May WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Heald Dutch surveying company Geomaat says it is taking millimetre accurate measurements in record time to aid a range of highway design, construction and maintenance projects. Using the mobile laser mapping system StreetMapper, and specially developed point cloud software, Geomaat says it can calculate highly accurate cutting, milling and asphalt figures, create as built models and undertake change detection. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/made-to-measure-laser-mapping/ 71390 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120430000000 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:25:43 GMT 20120626142543 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:31:57 GMT 201206261423157 Joseph Tinlin MS03 Gis & Mapping 2012 April WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software in World Highways 3D Laser Mapping Geomaat Ministry of Infrastructure and Environment Topcon has produced a new imaging station which, it claims, will dramatically increase productivity when used in two-man auto-tracking or single operator robotic modes. Using prism auto-tracking scanning interface technology the IS-3, when used with Topcon's RC-4 remote control system, will track prisms up to 1,000m away. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/picture-perfect-imaging/ 71405 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120430000000 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 15:32:58 GMT 20120626153258 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 15:41:21 GMT 201206261534121 Joseph Tinlin MS05 3D Software 2012 April WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software Topcon in World Highways Plate Locks is described as a cost effective and reusable road plate securing system said to be an alternative to cold patch asphalting. The system fastens to the road, preventing any sliding and shifting of the plate. Made from a recyclable, safety orange polypropylene thermoplastic, Plate Locks come in 1.52metre lengths and are said to be adjustable to fit any sized plate or configuration of multiple plates. This, coupled with being easily transferable from job to job, is said to allow the product to pay http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/efficiency-on-a-plate/ 71395 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120430000000 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:37:26 GMT 20120626143726 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:57:29 GMT 201206261425729 Joseph Tinlin WH5 In-Situ Recycling Of Pavements GP06 Cold In-Place Asphalt Recycling WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Plate Locks Taiwan-based Apus Molds and Plastics (AMP) says it has developed a 'novel' poly carbonate barrier system. Made from PC and PP materials, the barrier is said to be long lasting and corrosion resistant, as well as being lightweight and quick to install. Impact performance is also said to be good as the material helps absorb shock. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/ample-protection-from-polycarbonate-system/ 71389 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120430000000 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:18:49 GMT 20120626141849 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:36:58 GMT 201206261643658 WH11 Road Markings, Barriers & Workzone Protection SB06 Temporary Moveable Barriers 2012 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Sokkia has combined its SRX robotic total station with a gyroscope which, the company says, makes it even better for tunnelling, pipeline work, mining and shipbuilding. The Gyro X Gyro Station now has auto-pointing capabilities and a newly equipped image sensor. It finds true north and determines the azimuth with 15" precision regardless of work site environment. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/gyro-x-provides-benefits/ 71400 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120430000000 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:58:30 GMT 20120626145830 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 15:06:10 GMT 201206261530610 Joseph Tinlin MS02 Positioning 2012 April WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software in World Highways Sokkia The project to install Variable Message Signs (VMS), recently approved by Staffordshire County Council, will provide motorists with important travel and road safety information, and up-to-date warnings of incidents and accidents to help them avoid trouble spots and possible congestion. Michael Smith, the county council's senior highways project engineer, said: 'In addition to representing good value for money, the company has a sound track record in this area having already successfully supplied and instal http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/green-light-for-signs/ 71402 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120430000000 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 15:12:00 GMT 20120626151200 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:38:55 GMT 201206261643855 Joseph Tinlin WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM06 Traveller Information Systems 2012 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Siemens The Handheld Group claim its new rugged notebook with touchscreen is not only faster and easier to use than other similar devices, but also better value for money. Featuring a bright and sunlight-readable display, a 25.6cm widescreen, and weighing in at 1.5kg, the Algiz XRW also comes with Bluetooth, WLAN and GPS, as well as a built in 2 megapixel autofocus camera that allows video conferencing in the field. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/global-notebook-access-24-7/ 71410 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120430000000 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 15:44:48 GMT 20120626154448 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:00:15 GMT 201206261640015 Joseph Tinlin 2012 April WH13 Technology WH22 General Products in World Highways Handheld Group Microsoft Ennis Prismo continues to expand its range of road marking products with the addition of two new solutions. One is used to form temporary markings and the other to provide more permanent lines. The two products are known as Easymark Temporary and Easymark Permanent respectively. These fast drying aerosols can be used in car parks and on roads and are non harmful to the environment and aquatic life. Both Easymark products can be used on a range of surfaces including asphalt, concrete, metal and timber. Compe http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/fast-drying-road-marking-for-all-surfaces/ 58164 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:54:01 GMT 20120427135401 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:54:57 GMT 20120319105457 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:54:01 GMT 201204271315401 Joseph Tinlin 2011 October Promotion WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Ennis Prismo A new delineator design is said to be helping to reduce accidents on a 200mile stretch of one of the world's most treacherous highways. Pexco LLC has produced the 'Dalton Delineator' for the Dalton Highway, a remote 414mile road in Alaska, reported to be the sixth most dangerous roadway in the world. The road safety system has a cantilever structure consisting of a short length of a Davidson Flexi-Guide FG 400 Roadside Delineator post mounted to a special flexible coupler. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/highway-delineator-system-aids-crash-reduction/ 58564 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120131000000 Wed, 21 Mar 2012 08:47:58 GMT 20120321084758 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:57:29 GMT 201204271315729 Joseph Tinlin 2012 January February WH13 Technology Products Pexco in World Highways UltraTech International has produced a range of transparent covered drain protection pads, which the company says will end guesswork over drain seal effectiveness. The pads enable contractors to swiftly establish if spills are entering the drain through cracks in the surface, imperfections in the grating, or other irregularities that can break the seal. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/drain-protection-pads-provide-temporary-seal/ 57192 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120131000000 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:14:10 GMT 20120314101410 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:49:22 GMT 201204271314922 Joseph Tinlin 2012 January February WH13 Technology Products in World Highways UltraTech International Composite rather than metal manhole covers are better for the UK road network, according to a recent technical paper by distinguished chartered engineer John Newton. In his paper Mr Newton, inventor of the composite manhole cover, claims tests have proved a new generation of innovative composite covers, developed and manufactured by Barrow-in-Furness-based Structural Science Composites (SSC), outperform ductile iron manhole covers, while also offering better value for money. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/lightweight-composite-manhole-covers/ 57185 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120131000000 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:59:09 GMT 20120314095909 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:48:42 GMT 201204271314842 Joseph Tinlin 2012 January February WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Structural Science Composites Cargotec believe companies operating in emerging markets will benefit greatly from using its new compact unit suited for mounting on light trucks. The Hiab ST 080 (stiff and telescopic) concept was developed to meet the need for a crane with good hoisting properties, a low weight and long lifetime. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/versatile-truck-mounted-compact-crane/ 57556 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT 20120131000000 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:39:13 GMT 20120315113913 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:50:14 GMT 201204271315014 Joseph Tinlin 2012 January February WH13 Technology WH15 Eurofile Products Aggregates Business Europe in World Highways Cargotec APT Skidata is offering a sophisticated long-range Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag and reader solution to complement its existing automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) capabilities. APT Skidata, says that there is a clear need for such technologies in applications where ANPR may not be cost-effective or practical to install and manage. Without the need for the driver to wave or press a card against a reader, the long-range tag is said to be more convenient than other forms of identification/ http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/long-range-rfid-vehicle-monitoring/ 51028 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20111130000000 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:04:41 GMT 20120215140441 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:19:22 GMT 2012042712121922 Joseph Tinlin 2011 November December WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Skidata Road safety specialist Astucia has been conducting independent research to gain an insight into the actions and views of motorists when vehicles break down.Key to this research was a survey aiming to find the consensus of opinion on warning triangles. The study identified that 83% of UK motorists do not use warning triangles when their vehicles break down. When quizzed on the emotion they felt when their schedule was disrupted by the inconvenient breakdown, only 4% stated they felt angry potentially me http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/micro-studs-visibly-replace-warning-triangles/ 51041 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20111130000000 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:39:33 GMT 20120215143933 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:21:55 GMT 2012042712122155 Joseph Tinlin 2011 November December WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways Astucia Philips has partnered with Northumberland County Council in the UK to provide a low maintenance lighting solution that produces high quality white light. Northumberland County Council required a low maintenance solution that was environmentally friendly and could serve a diverse environment. Philips was able to provide an LED solution that improved light quality at night, whilst also reducing maintenance costs and time. Philips' SpeedStar luminaire, incorporating LEDGINE Greenline, was used for this pro http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/high-quality-low-maintenance-lighting/ 51033 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20111130000000 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:16:44 GMT 20120215141644 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:20:47 GMT 2012042712122047 Joseph Tinlin 2011 November December WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Philips The design of most highways overlooks safety for motorcyclists, with many solid objects such as lamp posts, road signs and traffic signals able to cause serious injuries and fatalities. However the proven Biker Mate system from Signpost Solutions is already in use in the UK and other countries and offers a safe alternative choice. Developed in association with energy absorbent structures experts Euro Road Safety, Biker Mate consists of plastic modules designed to absorb energy and divert force. The module http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/innovative-signpost-design-safer-for-motorcyclists/ 51046 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20111130000000 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:45:14 GMT 20120215144514 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:22:41 GMT 2012042712122241 Joseph Tinlin 2011 November December WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways SignPost UK firm Exeros Technologies has developed a camera and alarm system that can help combat the problem of driver fatigue. The system is smaller than most satnav devices and is a non-contact system that uses an advanced video camera algorithm. This allows the camera to monitor the driver's eyes and face for signs of fatigue or prolonged distraction. It uses advanced facial recognition techniques to detect and monitor retina and eyelid movement of the driver. Should the driver show signs of fatigue, the camer http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/in-car-safety-system-combats-driver-fatigue/ 51050 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20111130000000 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:51:06 GMT 20120215145106 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:23:14 GMT 2012042712122314 Joseph Tinlin 2011 November December WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways Exeros Technologies A high risk collision site on the busy A574 in the UK has been made safer thanks to the installation of environmentally friendly Green Screens. The 1.8m high screens have been installed on the approach to the roundabout at the junction of Birchwood Way and Woolston Grange Avenue and mean that approaching vehicles have to slow down when approaching the roundabout. Warrington Borough Council explained that as the roundabout is large, many motorists approaching from the direction of the M6 motorway do so at s http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/green-screens-cause-drivers-to-slow-down/ 51063 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20111130000000 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:01:00 GMT 20120215150100 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:25:06 GMT 2012042712122506 Joseph Tinlin 2011 November December WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways Technology from 3M is helping reduce the incidence of speeding in the UK city of Salford. A series of Driver Feedback Signs from 3M, DFS 700 units, have been installed in the area to gather both information on average vehicle speeds and encourage drivers to observe the speed limits. The Urban Vision partnership between Salford City Council and Capita Symonds manages the local highways on behalf of the council and has installed 50 of the DFS 700 units in strategic locations close to schools, the entrances to http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/driver-feedback-signs-cut-speeding/ 55195 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20111031000000 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 15:12:35 GMT 20120302151235 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:45:24 GMT 201204271314524 Joseph Tinlin 2011 October WH13 Technology Products 3M ITS International in World Highways ITS International Logistics specialist Damco is now offering customers an online calculation of carbon dioxide emissions. This tool can be used to determine a firm's carbon footprint, allowing it to see how it performs against statutory requirements. The new online tool is available online at: myDamco, a browser-based customer interface with Damco. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/online-emissions-calculation/ 55224 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20111031000000 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:01:53 GMT 20120302160153 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:46:15 GMT 201204271314615 Joseph Tinlin 2011 October WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Damco With scrap metal prices soaring, some European countries are suffering from a spate of drain cover thefts. Serious safety issues arise for road users of all categories as a result of drain cover theft, with utility companies and local councils being left with the additional burden of replacing stolen ductile ironwork. However Ultracrete, part of the Instarmac Group, has a solution in the shape of its recently launched coverTEC range of pedestrian and road composite manhole covers and frames. These lightweig http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/lightweight-drain-covers-reduce-risk-of-theft/ 55234 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20111031000000 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:27:44 GMT 20120302162744 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:47:50 GMT 201204271314750 Joseph Tinlin 2011 October WH13 Technology Products Instarmac in World Highways Ultracrete German firm Bisotherm is now offering a new product designed to prevent slipping in icy or snow conditions. Called RUTSCHEX PLUS, the product is claimed to be ecologically sustainable as well as highly effective. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/new-grit-effective-at-de-icing/ 62263 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20111031000000 Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:15:28 GMT 20120405101528 Wed, 02 May 2012 10:28:58 GMT 2012050210102858 James Howard 2011 October WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Bisotherm Ultracrete claims its Instant Road Repair is now proving popular worldwide, having been used in over 25 countries including Australia, China, Germany, Italy, Japan, Kenya, New Zealand and Switzerland. The product is being used in an array of duties including airports, footpaths, driveways, road construction and utilities, as well as for in-filling cable ducts, trenches, core holes, manhole surrounds and drains. The firm says that the product can be used to repair damage caused by freeze/ thaw cycles and bre http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/worldwide-success-of-instant-pothole-repair-system/ 52708 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110930000000 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 14:12:14 GMT 20120223141214 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:40:35 GMT 201204271314035 Joseph Tinlin 2011 September WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Ultracrete The novel SoftSound noise attenuation barrier from Easi-Set Worldwide has passed the flame spread test approval system in the US. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/environmentally-approved-noise-attenuation-barrier/ 52728 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110930000000 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 14:41:02 GMT 20120223144102 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:46:59 GMT 201204271314659 Joseph Tinlin 2011 September WH13 Technology Products Aggregates Business Europe in World Highways SoftSound Sun Valley Lighting's traditionally-styled street fixtures now feature VLED optical modules for energyefficient LED operation.The fixtures feature Philips/ Lumileds Luxeon Rebel emitters and are said to deliver fullspectrum illumination, while minimising light pollution, trespass and glare. The VLED Module reflector-prisms can feature 64, 80 or 120 emitters, depending on requirements.The modules can be field rotated in 90 increments to orient the distribution pattern to the site and are sealed and water-ti http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/energy-efficient-led-lighting-in-a-range-of-styles/ 52723 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110930000000 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 14:29:14 GMT 20120223142914 Wed, 23 May 2012 11:48:46 GMT 2012052311114846 Joseph Tinlin 2011 September WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Philips Sun Valley Lighting A US firm, SmartDrive Systems, has developed a sophisticated tool that can be used to boost fuel efficiency across vehicle fleets while also improving safety. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/in-vehicle-system-improves-driving-reduces-fuel/ 52697 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110930000000 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:44:21 GMT 20120223134421 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:39:52 GMT 201204271313952 Callum Brown 2011 September WH13 Technology Products SmartDrive Aggregates Business Europe ITS International in World Highways Laser Technology now offers an accurate and compact speed measurement tool in the shape of its TruSpeed S package. Rugged and durable, the unit is also said to be affordable and weighs less than 450grammes. The unit features a binocular style design and is said to be robust enough to handle extreme conditions that police officers face. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/accurate-and-compact-laser-speed-measurement/ 52649 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110930000000 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:02:35 GMT 20120223120235 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:38:30 GMT 201204271313830 Joseph Tinlin 2011 September WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways Laser Technology UK firm Exeros Technologies has developed a camera and alarm system that can help combat the problem of driver fatigue and distraction. The non-contact system is smaller than most satnav devices and works by using an advanced video camera algorithm. This monitors the driver's eyes and face for signs of fatigue or prolonged distraction. It uses advanced facial recognition techniques to detect and monitor retina and eyelid movement of the driver. Should the driver show signs of fatigue, the camera will recogn http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/in-vehicle-alarm-combats-driver-fatigue/ 52693 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110930000000 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:13:11 GMT 20120223131311 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:39:10 GMT 201204271313910 Joseph Tinlin 2011 September WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways Laser Technology Leica Geosystems is broadening its software offering with its new Leica Cyclone v7.2 package, which is said to improve office processing capabilities. The package has been developed to address key market needs and trends in the processing and use of rich, as-built point cloud data from high definition laser scanning technology. According to the firm the package can help reduce laser scanning project costs, including office time, allowing projects to use more scans and higher scan densities. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/improved-laser-scanning-capabilities/ 52715 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110930000000 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 14:21:17 GMT 20120223142117 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:41:56 GMT 201204271314156 Joseph Tinlin 2011 September WH13 Technology Products Leica in World Highways A new post system should help solve the problem of twisted road signs. The new Signstr8 signpost is designed to tackle the issue of rotated signs, which is a common problem with galvanised or painted sign posts. By incorporating one flat face in the design of the new Signstr8 signpost, regulatory signs can be fixed without any subsequent rotation of the sign. This eliminates the cost of straightening signs, often more than the cost of the original sign and post combined. Signstr8 is similar to the industry http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/signs-without-a-twist/ 51151 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110729000000 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:08:30 GMT 20120216090830 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:03:51 GMT 201206261640351 Joseph Tinlin 2011 July August WH13 Technology Products in World Highways SignPost Philips is improving road safety and visibility at Junction 22 of the M6 motorway in the UK with energy efficient, low maintenance LED lighting. Royal Philips Electronics worked in collaboration with the UK Highways Agency and highway management contractor A-One+ to commission energy efficient LED lighting. This produces a high quality white light, uses less electricity and has a long life time, reducing the running costs and maintenance costs. AOne+ required a solution that would help the Highways Agency r http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/led-lighting-efficient-low-maintenance/ 51116 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110729000000 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:16:14 GMT 20120215161614 Thu, 24 May 2012 15:06:11 GMT 201205241530611 Joseph Tinlin 2011 July August WH13 Technology Products in World Highways UK Highways Agency A-one+ Philips Trimble is widening its radio line-up with the addition of the TDL450H for surveyors. This unit offers long-range capabilities for productive surveys and is designed to support high-precision GNSS surveying applications. The Trimble TDL450H is a 2-35W radio transceiver and enables work in difficult terrain and urban areas. The multi-function user interface streamlines field configuration and troubleshooting so surveyors can maintain productivity. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/precision-gnss-surveying/ 51141 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110729000000 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:53:55 GMT 20120216085355 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:26:32 GMT 2012042712122632 Joseph Tinlin 2011 July August WH13 Technology Products Trimble in World Highways Horizon Paving is now the exclusive licensee in New Zealand for Ultrascape mortar paving range and is starting production of the Ultrascape Pro-Bed HS bedding mortar. The Ultrascape mortar paving range consists of Pro-Bed HS fine bedding mortar, Pro-Prime slurry primer, Flowpoint rapid set flowable grout, and Cempoint gun injected mortar. Joint Fix sand stabiliser and surface sealer and EP-R9 epoxy resin mortar complement the products. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/rapid-setting-bedding-mortar/ 51160 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110729000000 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:17:19 GMT 20120216091719 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:28:04 GMT 2012042712122804 Joseph Tinlin 2011 July August WH13 Technology Products Horizon Paving Stone is offering a versatile remote control unit for use on tipping vehicles. Part of SPX Hydraulic Technologies, Stone says that the unit can be used on an array of utility vehicles. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/remote-control-offering/ 51936 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110615000000 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:59:11 GMT 20120221105911 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:30:07 GMT 2012042712123007 Joseph Tinlin 2011 June WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Stone Hydraulics ComNet is offering a sophisticated system for use with IP video technology. This innovative product that carries IP video from the camera using existing coaxial cable while delivering operating power for the devices back through the same coaxial cable to provide operating power for the Power over Ethernet (PoE) camera. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/smart-communications/ 52023 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110615000000 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:59:23 GMT 20120221135923 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:37:45 GMT 201204271313745 Joseph Tinlin 2011 June WH13 Technology Products Comnet ITS International in World Highways Ennis Prismo Traffic Safety Solutions now has a quick solution to pothole patching problems and temporary road marking needs. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/pothole-and-marking-options/ 51981 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110615000000 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:47:19 GMT 20120221114719 Fri, 25 May 2012 15:02:02 GMT 201205251530202 Hema Mistry 2011 June WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Ennis Prismo Pro-Teq Surfacing (UK) has developed a new website that allows customers and clients faster access to product data and place orders. The firm's novel safety surface refurbishment system is said to be cost effective, hard wearing and long lasting, while providing improved safety through its non-slip capabilities. Pro-Teq Surfacing's new website: www.pro-teqsurfacing.com includes http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/surfacing-website-solution/ 51962 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110615000000 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:30:12 GMT 20120221113012 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:31:06 GMT 2012042712123106 Joseph Tinlin 2011 June WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Pro-Teq A new package from Radiodetection offers advanced cable tracing capabilities. The new current direction (CD) feature is offered when using the firm's RD8000PDL multifunction pipe and cable locator in conjunction with the TX-10 transmitter. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/identifying-buried-cables/ 51992 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110615000000 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:14:17 GMT 20120221121417 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:36:29 GMT 201204271313629 Joseph Tinlin 2011 June WH13 Technology Products Radiodetection in World Highways A new system from Avon Barrier Company is said to offer high protection against terrorists or criminals The firm's SG1500CR anti-terrorist gate meets latest UK and US crash-test standards and is said to be the only gate that has been certified and successfully tested to both the UK PAS 68 and the US ASTM 2656-07 standard with a P1 rating. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/high-protection/ 51998 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110615000000 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:42:23 GMT 20120221124223 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:37:17 GMT 201204271313717 Joseph Tinlin 2011 June WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Avon Barrier A SOPHISTICATED high definition (HD) Prosilica camera is being offered by Allied Vision Technologies (AVT) for use in traffic applications. This GX1920 unit is said to offer near infrared sensitivity and low light imaging performance in HD format. The camera has the 240MB/s data transmission capability of the GX series of dual GigE Vision cameras from AVT. It is said to have high light response in both the infrared and visible regions of the spectrum due to the use of the new Sony ICX674 CCD sensor with ExV http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/high-definition-traffic-camera/ 50428 Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110531000000 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:19:31 GMT 20120214091931 Tue, 22 May 2012 15:27:56 GMT 201205221532756 Hema Mistry 2011 May WH13 Technology Products Allied Vision Technologies Sony ITS International in World Highways Pipe and cable detector specialist Radiodetection is widening its product range with the introduction of a new line of leak detectors. The new acoustic leak detectors are said to be easy-to-use, affordable and portable and can be used along with the proven RD7000+ and RD8000 range of cable and pipe locators. The new RD52x family of wireless noise loggers can be used to monitor extensive and complex water networks, without the need for digging up roads. The units combine the latest digital and acoustic techn http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/introducing-easy-to-use-acoustic-leak-detection/ 50442 Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110531000000 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:43:32 GMT 20120214094332 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:11:15 GMT 201206261641115 Hema Mistry 2011 May WH13 Technology Products Radiodetection Aggregates Business Europe in World Highways SAINT-GOBAIN PAM UK says that it has a number of innovative new solutions for road infrastructure. The novel GripTop range of access covers can help reduce the risk of skidding among two-wheeled road users and feature an aggregate surface designed to boost safety. The firm's Aquamax gully grate has high absorption capacities that allow them to quickly and safely drain roads suffering heavy rain. Aquamax also incorporates heavy duty features which enable it to cope with stringent traffic conditions while pro http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/skid-resistant-drain-covers-boost-safety/ 50448 Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110531000000 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:50:31 GMT 20120214095031 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:17:26 GMT 2012042712121726 Joseph Tinlin 2011 May WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways Saint-Gobain Technical Fabrics SWARCO FUTURIT has displayed the latest development of its product range, a full-colour LED matrix sign using a 12mm pixel pitch. The sign, unveiled at the recent Traffex show in Birmingham UK enables ultrahigh resolution of text and graphics so signs can be deployed in lower-speed urban applications without losing legibility and clarity. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/swarco-futurits-new-led-matrix-sign/ 50423 Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110531000000 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:13:29 GMT 20120214091329 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:13:44 GMT 201206261641344 Joseph Tinlin 2011 May WH13 Technology Products Swarco ITS International in World Highways THE TRIMBLE TSC3 handheld controller for construction is said to offer powerful and rugged control capabilities. This hand-held unit is aimed at duties with heavy and highway contractors and features builtin GPS, 3G, Wi-Fi and a 5 megapixel digital camera. The unit is said to allow site workers to stay connected and also provides accurate positioning and digital design information. Using this unit allows engineers to locate, measure and record information anywhere on the construction site with a single devi http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/powerful-machine-control-technology/ 50440 Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110531000000 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:39:12 GMT 20120214093912 Mon, 02 Jul 2012 16:14:02 GMT 201207021641402 Hema Mistry 2011 May WH13 Technology Products Trimble in World Highways Bluetooth Danish company DELTA has unveiled its new LTL-M mobile retroreflectometer, which it says has taken about four years to develop. The unit, seen at the recent Traffex show in Birmingham, UK, measures all types of road markings at a simulated distance of 30m "with the highest level of accuracy." The company says that the LTL-M is to be used mounted on a vehicle measuring retroreflection at normal traffic speed providing full overview of the condition of the road markings. DELTA says the instrument operat http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/highly-accurate-mobile-retroreflectometer/ 50433 Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110531000000 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:27:28 GMT 20120214092728 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:13:44 GMT 2012042712121344 Joseph Tinlin 2011 May WH13 Technology Products Delta Traffex in World Highways A new automatic cone laying and removal system, designed to provide total safety for highways operatives, has successfully undergone testing in Switzerland. The advanced Mobile Automatic Roadblock System (MARS), developed by Dutch designers and manufacturers, Traf-IQ, has been operated during highways maintenance work on Amsterdam's A9 and A10 motorways. MARS automatically places a rumble strip, a light arrow and an attenuator as well as the miles of cones, and then automatically, safely and efficiently rem http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/mars-marches-on-in-safety/ 50098 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110429000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:55:27 GMT 20120210125527 Wed, 23 May 2012 13:15:31 GMT 201205231311531 Hema Mistry 2011 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Traf-IQ Fabema GmbH is offering a new and more sophisticated solution for monitoring traffic flows, with its FMC-N multi-functional control that can be used during traffic jams, allowing the user to monitor phase changes from a PC. The unit, for both temporary and stationary use, suits installations with traffic signal systems featuring up to 32 signal groups and 256 signal lamps. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/traffic-monitored-by-fabema/ 50072 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110429000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:44:48 GMT 20120210114448 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:06:24 GMT 201206261640624 Joseph Tinlin 2011 April WH13 Technology Products Fabema Gmbh ITS International in World Highways Ennis Prismo is introducing a new pothole reinstatement product called Repair and a novel temporary line marking system. The pothole product is said to be quick, easy and safe to use, as well as being inexpensive to purchase. This product requires little training to use and is said to be ready to carry traffic soon after installation, reducing delays and disruptions. It is also said to provide a long-lasting repair even on roads with high traffic volumes. Meanwhile the temporary line marking system is said http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/faster-patching/ 50105 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110429000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:23:20 GMT 20120210132320 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:03:29 GMT 2012042712120329 Joseph Tinlin 2011 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Ennis Prismo The latest PFM Tester Series from Flo-tech now features an internal safety pressure relief disc. The proven PFM products have a long track record for measuring flow, pressure, temperature and power on mobile hydraulic equipment. However this improved version now features and internal burst disc designed to ensure that in the event of over-pressurisation, fluid is safely allowed to bypass the load valve and remain within the hydraulic system. The feature means that no fluids will escape from the tester, redu http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/accurate-testing/ 50106 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110429000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:33:44 GMT 20120210133344 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:04:47 GMT 2012042712120447 Joseph Tinlin 2010 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Racine Federated Travellers between participating nations of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) can now enjoy faster travel due to a novel border security programme designed by 3M Security Systems. CARIPASS, the world's first multi-lateral border crossing programme, is a voluntary travel card programme that provides secure and simple border crossings for citizens and legal residents of ten CARICOM nations (Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Jamaica; St Lucia, St Kitts and Nevis; St Vincent and the Gren http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/3m-boosts-border-security/ 50096 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110429000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:47:03 GMT 20120210124703 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:59:08 GMT 2012042711115908 Joseph Tinlin 2011 April WH13 Technology Products 3M ITS International in World Highways According to Spectra Precision, its latest outdoor data collectors can optimise surveying operations. The sophisticated Ranger 3 data collector series and the Nomad 900 series are designed to operate with Spectra Precision Survey Pro field software and offer advanced surveying capabilities. Spectra Precision now offers three Ranger 3 models, the 3L, 3XC and 3RC. These data collectors come standard with an 800MHz processor, 256MB of memory, a full VGA display, integrated Bluetooth, GPS, compass and 802.11 Wi http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/efficient-surveying/ 50103 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110429000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:17:39 GMT 20120210131739 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:02:37 GMT 2012042712120237 Joseph Tinlin 2011 April WH13 Technology Products Aggregates Business Europe in World Highways Spectra Precision A UK vehicle tracking specialist has developed a novel solution for raising invoices quickly and efficiently. AutoAlert is said to offer a compact, easy solution for keeping track of work and monitoring progress. Using the system, customers can automatically raise invoices and also have sub-contractors automatically raise their invoices. The package allows the addition of clients and sub-contractors to accounts and can monitor the status of ongoing jobs and locations. Using the system is said to make job re http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/cashflow-solution/ 51452 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110314000000 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:40:25 GMT 20120217104025 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:29:13 GMT 2012042712122913 Joseph Tinlin 2011 March WH13 Technology Products Aggregates Business Europe in World Highways Auto Alert A novel single part post mix concrete is now available in the Ultracrete line-up from the Instarmac Group. The SUPER FIX product delivers a rapid hardening blend of cements, graded aggregates and additives and suits duties such as the installation of posts, fences and poles. The product is said to be simple and easy to use and requires the addition of water on-site. Versatile and rapid setting, the product is poured into the post fixing hole and water is then added. This speeds installation and eliminates t http://www.worldhighways.com/categories/materials-production-supply/products/fast-post-installation/ 49999 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110131000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:31:23 GMT 20120210093123 Thu, 31 May 2012 11:43:44 GMT 2012053111114344 Kiran Gandham WH6 Materials Production & Supply QP10 Ready Mixed Concrete 2011 January February WH13 Technology Products Instarmac Aggregates Business Europe in World Highways Ultracrete High visibility is a key feature of 3M's engineer grade prismatic (EGP) reflective sheeting. The EGP Class RA1 reflective sheeting offers durability and performance and is designed for use on permanent road traffic signs, street nameplates, safety markings and other signage. The product is said to provide high reflectivity and colour contrast at any time of day in all weather conditions, when compared to engineer grade beaded materials. As it is efficient at retro-reflection, road signs using EGP are easier http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/at-first-sight/ 50076 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110131000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:04:18 GMT 20120210120418 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:58:14 GMT 2012042711115814 Joseph Tinlin 2011 January February WH13 Technology Products 3M in World Highways A novel and low cost way to heat shrink sleeves to existing fence posts is offered by Postsaver. This product can be applied with a hand-held blow torch and offers a solution that will extend fence post life. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/improved-detection-of-buried-objects-can-be-achieved-using-the-latest-tool-from-radiodetection/ 49990 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110131000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:51:37 GMT 20120210085137 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:39:15 GMT 2012042711113915 Joseph Tinlin 2011 January February WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Postsaver Allied Vision Technologies says that its new Prosilica GX1920 HD camera offers a high resolution solution for traffic imaging applications. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/smarter-vision/ 50011 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110131000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:48:40 GMT 20120210094840 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:51:40 GMT 2012042711115140 Joseph Tinlin 2011 January February WH13 Technology Products Allied Vision Technologies Sony ITS International in World Highways Mobexx is offering a satellite communications capability for its Mentor Ranger in-vehicle computer intended to improve lone worker safety. The system switches automatically between cellular and satellite networks depending on the available coverage. This package is said to maximise connectivity between site personnel and the office, providing improved monitoring and communication whenever they are operating in high risk situations or isolated sites. The new satellite interface allows the Work Alone system t http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/satellites-for-site-safety/ 50051 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110131000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:56:09 GMT 20120210105609 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:53:29 GMT 2012042711115329 Joseph Tinlin 2011 January February WH13 Technology Products Mobexx ITS International in World Highways A new traffic signal pole specifically designed to provide low-level access has been introduced by Siemens. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/low-level-innovation/ 50066 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110131000000 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:28:24 GMT 20120210112824 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:54:24 GMT 2012042711115424 Joseph Tinlin 2011 January February WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways Siemens Turkish firm ISBAK is now offering a high performance traffic light controller that meets European regulations on the world market. The system has been well-proven in the company's home market of Turkey and is now being installed in a number of other countries. The firm has tendered for major traffic control projects in the Middle East and Europe, with sales successes so far in Syria, Iran, Iraq and Greece for example. The system does meet international technical requirements and Sadullah Uzun, trade manage http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/traffic-in-control/ 49904 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110131000000 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:50:34 GMT 20120209145034 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:32:41 GMT 2012042711113241 Joseph Tinlin 2011 January February WH13 Technology Products Isbak ITS International in World Highways Strength and resilience are claimed for the BluTop range of small diameter ductile iron water pipes from Saint-Gobain PAM UK. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/water-removal/ 49932 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110131000000 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:22:14 GMT 20120209152214 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:37:52 GMT 2012042711113752 Joseph Tinlin 2011 January February WH13 Technology Products Saint Gobain Aggregates Business Europe in World Highways Improved detection of buried objects can be achieved with the latest RD7000+ utility cable and pipe locator range from Radiodetection. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/underground-identification/ 49946 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT 20110131000000 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:45:28 GMT 20120209154528 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:38:34 GMT 2012042711113834 Joseph Tinlin 2011 January February WH13 Technology Products Radiodetection in World Highways Spectra Precision is widening its line of optical survey solutions. There are two additional FOCUS 30 Total Stations now in the range, the new LockNGo and StepDrive models. The LockNGo instrument uses a passive tracking technique that constantly tracks the instrument to the range pole and this is said to improve efficiency by enabling the instrument to constantly lock onto the prism. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/surveying-efficiency/ 49262 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101130000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:36:47 GMT 20120207113647 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:10:53 GMT 2012042711111053 Joseph Tinlin 2010 November December WH13 Technology Products Aggregates Business Europe in World Highways Spectra Precision Nikon-Trimble is now offering the new Nikon 25mm and 127mm Total Stations, which are said to deliver improved accuracy over previous products. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/precision-measurements/ 49273 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101130000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:50:41 GMT 20120207115041 Mon, 28 May 2012 12:10:45 GMT 2012052812121045 Joseph Tinlin 2010 November December WH13 Technology Products Aggregates Business Europe in World Highways Spectra Precision Nikon-Trimble Sun Valley Lighting has developed an efficient, long-life lighting package for its successful turn-of-the-century streetlights. These can now be equipped with VLED optical modules for energy-efficient LED performance. The VLED modules use Philips/Lumileds Luxeon Rebel emitters and are said to deliver full-spectrum illumination while minimising light pollution and glare. The firm offers an array of traditional-styled luminaires with VLED modules, including the lantern-style Sigma fixture. The VLED module ref http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/lighting-up/ 49243 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101130000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:18:17 GMT 20120207111817 Mon, 28 May 2012 12:12:47 GMT 2012052812121247 Joseph Tinlin 2010 November December WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Philips Traficon is now offering a VIP board that can be used for analysing images from network cameras. The highly sophisticated VIP-IP package connects to IP network cameras that provide MPEG-4 or H.264 video compression and generates streaming video back out, with embedded detection information. It integrates automatic incident detection, traffic data collection, vehicle presence detection, digital recording of pre http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/smart-vision-analysis/ 49214 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101130000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:38:03 GMT 20120207103803 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:05:24 GMT 2012042711110524 Joseph Tinlin 2010 November December WH13 Technology Products Traficon ITS International in World Highways SPIE WHS Leica Geosystems is expanding its Viva GNSS range with the addition of the new NetRover package. This comprises the GS08 receiver, a sophisticated RTK network rover and the new Leica Viva CS10 3.5G field controller. The field controller has a fully integrated high-speed 3.5G modem to connect to RTK reference networks and allow mobile broadband internet connectivity for field-to-office data transfer. In addition to 3.5G, the new field controller can also include Bluetooth, WiFi and TPS radio for further conn http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/new-netrover-range-from-leica/ 49227 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101130000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:51:59 GMT 20120207105159 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:06:17 GMT 2012042711110617 Joseph Tinlin 2010 November December WH13 Technology Products Leica in World Highways Bluetooth A sophisticated package for evaluating road condition is now available called e-Spott, from Pipe Hawk. This system is said to be a fast and reliable method of measuring the total bound layer thickness of asphalt laid in a highway reinstatement. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/fast-road-checking/ 49311 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101130000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:04:06 GMT 20120207130406 Mon, 28 May 2012 12:19:40 GMT 2012052812121940 Joseph Tinlin 2010 November December WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Pipe Hawk The innovative 6002 and 6102 therma-hygrometers from UK firm ETI offer accurate measurements of air temperature and humidity. The units are designed and manufactured in the UK and are said to be easy to use. Both the therma-hygrometers display humidity and temperature simultaneously and incorporate a http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/accurate-moisture-measurement/ 49237 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101130000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:11:01 GMT 20120207111101 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:08:23 GMT 2012042711110823 Joseph Tinlin 2010 November December WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Links Ennis Prismo Traffic Safety Solutions has developed a new cold plastic methyl methacrylate (MMA) technology for use in road marking. The cold applied MMA is a two-component acrylic marking for specific locations requiring greater durability. The product, available as an agglomerate marking for wet night reflective performance, is highly durable, and is threfore suited to areas with high traffic wear such as roundabouts, box junctions, give-way lines and heavily trafficked roads. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/ennis-prismos-durable-newcomer/ 49232 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101130000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:03:17 GMT 20120207110317 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:06:59 GMT 2012042711110659 Joseph Tinlin 2010 November December WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Ennis Prismo The new Barclays Cycle Superhighway scheme set up by Transport for London is benefiting from the latest system from Rediweld Traffic Products. Special RediPave Islands have now been installed, meeting a tight deadline and causing minimum traffic disruption. These splitter islands now define the cycle route and provide the cyclist with protection at a busy junction by Stockwell Tube. RediPave is a modular System made from recycled rubber and requiring no excavation. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/cycling-success/ 49303 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101130000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:39:39 GMT 20120207123939 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:18:21 GMT 2012042711111821 Joseph Tinlin 2010 November December WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways Transport For London Rediweld Barclays AMG has developed a sophisticated single channel transmitter that is said to be the smallest of its type available so far. Compact and powerful, the Vision 5000 unit is a mini transmitter that offers high resolution video at 728 TV lines. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/broadcast-channel/ 49060 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101029000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:59:10 GMT 20120206155910 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:01:38 GMT 2012042711110138 Joseph Tinlin 2010 October WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Highway Care is now offering its BikeGuard Motorcyclist Safety Barrier, a system intended to help tackle motorcyclist road casualty figures. Although motorcyclists make up 1% of traffic, they account for 19% of deaths on UK roads for example and this new system is designed as one component of the safety solution. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/safe-on-two-wheels/ 49079 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101029000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:17:42 GMT 20120206161742 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:02:55 GMT 2012042711110255 Joseph Tinlin 2010 October WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways Highway Care A self-contained, ground penetrating radar system (GPR) is now available from US Radar. The system is said to be technologically-advanced and simple to use, with a touch screen operating system and a variety of antenna frequency options. The Seeker GPR can be used in numerous surface materials such as soil, clay, concrete and brick. It integrates a complete imaging system into a single unit and can be used in application such as underground construction, road and bridge building, structural and civil engine http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/invisible-detection/ 49090 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101029000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:25:15 GMT 20120206162515 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:03:41 GMT 2012042711110341 Joseph Tinlin 2010 October WH13 Technology Products in World Highways US Radar Innovative solutions have been developed to meet a need for long-lasting yet low cost access cover applications by Structural Science Composites (SSC). According to SSC its new products outperform rival materials in terms of safety and security as well as whole-life costs. The new composite covers meet requirements for strong covers that can cope with growing traffic densities and tough constraints on financial and operational resources for road building and maintenance. The D400 vehicular grade cover and B http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/tough-covers/ 49160 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20101029000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:15:49 GMT 20120207091549 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:04:22 GMT 2012042711110422 Joseph Tinlin 2010 October WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Structural Science Composites Leica Geosystems is offering its improved SpiderWeb v4.0 package as part of the new reference station software update. This improved suite of solutions also includes the GNSS Spider v4.0 and SpiderQC v4.0 packages. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/sophisticated-plotting/ 49284 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100930000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:14:15 GMT 20120207121415 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:16:01 GMT 2012042711111601 Joseph Tinlin 2010 September WH13 Technology Products Leica in World Highways Local authorities in Canada are taking advantage of the latest technology to cut street lighting bills using optimisation systems. This helps reduce energy costs, extend the life of lighting and cut greenhouse gas emissions. Canadian firm Streetlight Intelligence says it is seeing increasing take up of its low energy lighting solution following its National Demonstration Programme for its Lumen IQ street light optimisation technology with cities and utility firms across Canada. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/lowering-lighting-costs/ 49246 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100930000000 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:21:20 GMT 20120207112120 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:10:14 GMT 2012042711111014 Joseph Tinlin 2010 September WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Streetlight Intelligence Sokkia is upgrading its automatic level line-up with the new B series automatic levels, the B20, B30 and B40. This new series offers greater durability and replaces the previous line-up of the B and C series. The firm says that the new B series automatic levels offer greater reliability in all working conditions. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/sokkias-sophisticated-surveying/ 49779 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100730000000 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:23:42 GMT 20120209102342 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:22:20 GMT 2012042711112220 Joseph Tinlin 2010 July August WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Sokkia A new service from PDA specialist Handheld will boost reliability and uptime for users. This innovative service option is called MaxCare Premium and is an addition to the existing three year service plans; MaxCare Silver, MaxCare Gold and MaxCare Platinum. Customers can add Premium coverage to any MaxCare plan, which will protect the user from all costs related to any accidental damages that could happen in the field, including non warranty issues. Any uncertainty of repair costs and warranty claims are rem http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/reliable-pda-support/ 49809 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100730000000 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:25:25 GMT 20120209112525 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:30:13 GMT 2012042711113013 Joseph Tinlin 2010 July August WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Handheld Group ARRB Group has introduced the latest addition to the Hawkeye 1000 series, the Hawkeye 1000 DUO. The Hawkeye 1000 portable range was previously limited to a standalone laser profiler and a separate video imaging system. With recent advancements in computer hardware and an intense in-house development programme, ARRB Systems is now releasing the Hawkeye 1000 DUO which successfully combines the benefits of the two systems. Consisting of a single or dual laser profiler and a single dashboard-mounted video camer http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/hawkeye-1000-duo-released/ 49730 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100730000000 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:50:09 GMT 20120209095009 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:20:00 GMT 2012042711112000 Joseph Tinlin 2010 July August WH13 Technology Products Arrb Group in World Highways Rediweld claims that access will be improved for bus users due to the installation of novel raised platforms at bus stops. The innovative Buspad system has been installed in UK city Manchester, with each unit being installed in under an hour and at less than half the cost of conventional methods and much less disruption. So far ten BusPad locations have been installed around the city. The product is said to work well in a wide variety of footpath types and conditions and can provide a secure and cost effect http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/improved-access/ 49828 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100730000000 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:37:46 GMT 20120209113746 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:30:53 GMT 2012042711113053 Joseph Tinlin 2010 July August WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways Rediweld GlasGrid Tack Film, a "ground-breaking" new product, has been added to the GlasGrid's pavement reinforcement systems. According to Saint-Gobain Technical Fabrics (SGTF), which has developed the new geosynthetic material, it contains a patent-pending, highly engineered film that is designed to eliminate the need for traditional tack coat altogether. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/tack-film-joins-glasgrid-systems/ 49734 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100730000000 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:55:06 GMT 20120209095506 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:21:40 GMT 2012042711112140 Joseph Tinlin 2010 July August WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Saint-Gobain Technical Fabrics Leica Geosystems says that its new GR10 unit is a sophisticated GNSS reference station receiver and features ease of use, reliability and performance. The GR10 is said to help streamline system installation, day to day operation and administration. The system can be commissioned quickly and features its own receiver hostname while DHCP support means there is no need for pre-configuration of the IP address. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/sophisticated-gnss-system/ 49788 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100730000000 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:33:13 GMT 20120209103313 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:23:08 GMT 2012042711112308 Joseph Tinlin 2010 July August WH13 Technology Products Leica in World Highways Ultracrete has developed two new products for use by road repair crews, Envirobed and Zorbit. The Envirobed product is said to offer an alternative to resin-based mortars for use in repairing roadway manholes. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/ultracetes-road-repair-cleaning-solutions/ 49793 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100730000000 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:46:26 GMT 20120209104626 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:24:07 GMT 2012042711112407 Joseph Tinlin 2010 July August WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Ultracrete TOPCON CLAIMS that its GLS- 1500 laser scanner speeds point cloud collection. This unit is 10 times faster than previous units and collects up to 30,000 points/second, reducing the amount of equipment needed in the field. The GLS-1500 offers a range of up to 330m and is designed for quick setup to save time and improve productivity. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/accurate-scanning/ 48955 Mon, 31 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100531000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:17:27 GMT 20120206141727 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:42:46 GMT 2012042710104246 Joseph Tinlin 2010 May WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Topcon Positioning Systems A Hong Kong-based firm says it is offering a new line of energy efficient LED road signs. Called Elumin8, the company claims the internally lit signs use the latest LED technology and provide a clean flat lighting surface. The firm has carried out research and development of the products over the last 12 months and says that the units benefit from the latest, low energy technology. Based on a comparison with incandescent products, the firm says its new products provide an energy saving of over 60%. As well http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/efficient-lighting/ 48978 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100430000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:46:19 GMT 20120206144619 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:00:31 GMT 2012042711110031 Joseph Tinlin 2010 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Elumin8 Avery Dennison says that its new OmniCube prismatic material offer high visibility for signage applications. Said to be a new development in reflective sheeting, this product reflects more light back from vehicle headlights according to the firm. The OmniCube full-cube prisms are designed to be highly efficient and return approximately 60% of available light back to the driver, compared to some 40% with earlier generation http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/high-reflective-capability/ 48965 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100430000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:34:20 GMT 20120206143420 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:45:10 GMT 2012042710104510 Joseph Tinlin 2010 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Avery Dennison Pipeline & Drainage Systems (PDS) intends to boost its market presence with its novel kerb, bridge and channel drainage products. The latest addition to the line-up is the Envirodeck system, which takes over from the well-accepted and well-proven Hydrodeck range. Envirodeck uses similar technology to the firm's existing http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/greener-drainage/ 48968 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100430000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:39:40 GMT 20120206143940 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:47:24 GMT 2012042710104724 Joseph Tinlin 2010 April WH13 Technology Products Pipeline & Drainage Systems in World Highways UK Highways Agency New software and hardware from Trimble provide movement monitoring capabilities for major structures New Trimble 4D control software offers users the chance to monitor movement of structures such as bridges and flyovers, using a combination of GNSS and optical technologies. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/movement-monitoring/ 48945 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100430000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:05:06 GMT 20120206140506 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:38:41 GMT 2012042710103841 Joseph Tinlin 2010 April WH13 Technology Products Trimble in World Highways The first SAB-Gate supplied by Highway Care to the UK is now in use. The Balfour Beatty Mott MacDonald (BBMM) partnership installed the SAB-Gates at two strategic locations along the M4 and M5 highways, with approval from the UK's Highways Agency. The units, which are manufactured in Italy by Snoline, are now in place in the central reservation at Emergency Crossing Points. On a number of sites, BBMM is replacing the existing central reserve steel barrier with concrete step barrier (CSB) and this will requi http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/safer-roads/ 48943 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100430000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:59:47 GMT 20120206135947 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:39:38 GMT 2012042710103938 Joseph Tinlin 2010 April WH13 Technology Products Snoline in World Highways Highway Care Balfour Beatty Mott MacDonald A new solution is available to the pothole problem from Prismo Traffic Products. The REphalt system is a permanent cold applied pothole repair material, which is HAPAS accredited and fully approved for use on highways. The product is water-activated, shrinkage free and can carry traffic immediately after application, according to the firm. Made from renewable materials, REphalt also provides significant environmental benefits. Whilst it has similar properties to conventional asphalt, it is solvent-free and http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/pothole-patching-solution/ 48960 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100430000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:24:48 GMT 20120206142448 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:43:30 GMT 2012042710104330 Joseph Tinlin 2010 April WH13 Technology Products Prismo Gorup in World Highways Ennis Prismo A new CAD-based package is available for surveying and job site information editing and plotting from Topcon Europe Positioning. Called SurveyMaster Lite, this software is a cost-efficient surveying office package suited to cadastral surveying and construction stakeout duties. The product has been developed from Topcon's SurveyMaster software program, SurveyMaster Lite and features survey specific http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/surveying-software/ 48961 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100430000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:29:19 GMT 20120206142919 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:44:32 GMT 2012042710104432 Joseph Tinlin 2010 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Topcon Positioning Systems Tilting sensed Rugged inclinometers and tilt sensors are offered by Axiomatic, which has a series of new low cost units that can measure 90º degrees or 360 degrees angular rotation. The angles are measured by a two-axis MEMS sensor, which senses acceleration caused by gravity. In a tilt sensor application, an out-of-range state can be transmitted as one of its outputs. The latest AX06025X series features CANopen networking, an RS-232 port or three Voltage outputs for communicating the angular measurement. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/tilting-sensed/ 48952 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100430000000 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:14:49 GMT 20120206141449 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:05:14 GMT 201206261640514 Chris Woods 2010 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Axiomatic A Spanish firm, Tandem Joint Innovation has teamed up with the country's CETEMMSA technology centre to develop an innovative crossing safety system for visually impaired pedestrians. Called Vibraile, this system is said to provide safety at crossroads where acoustic signals are not feasible http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/rumble-strip/ 50842 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT 20100315000000 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:19:14 GMT 20120215091914 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:18:17 GMT 2012042712121817 Joseph Tinlin 2010 March WH13 Technology Products ITS International in World Highways CETEMMSA Canadian company Carmanah Technologies is offering the versatile new A650 aviation and obstruction solar-powered light featuring an innovative user interface, replaceable battery pack, intelligent-deployment capability and up to 10 candela of intensity. It is suited to airfield construction applications, taxiway and apron-edge lighting, barricade lighting, and obstruction lighting. The self-contained A650 is free from wiring or external power requirements, and the on-board interface provides access to conf http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/carmanahs-new-solar-powered-light/ 72848 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:00:00 GMT 20091030060000 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 10:44:10 GMT 20120717104410 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:02:33 GMT 2012071711110233 Hema Mistry WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management TM03 Lighting Systems October WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com Carmanah Intercomp Weighing Systems says that its advanced weighing solution will speed weight checks and help boost highway safety by reducing the risk of overloading. The latest addition to the firm's weighing range is an RFX wireless weighing system, which combines Intercomp's advanced low resistance load cells with its latest RFX wireless weighing package. The new wireless scales feature enclosed and integrated RFX wireless radios that transmit data from the platforms to a handheld PDA, PT20 CPU, or a PC running http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/wireless-weighing-from-intercomp/ 72851 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:00:00 GMT 20091030060000 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:05:09 GMT 20120717110509 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:11:17 GMT 2012071711111117 Hema Mistry WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management RI10 Lighting 2009 October WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com Intercomp Two separate regions of the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities in the US have each decided to a buy a total of nearly 150 ADR-1000 Plus portable and ADR-2000 Plus portable traffic counter/classifier units from Peek Traffic Corporation. The Fairbanks and Anchorage offices of the Alaska DOT ordered most of their ADR Plus units with the solar lid powering option and these will be used with the standard loop and road tube sensor inputs that come with all ADR-1000 Plus and ADR-2000 Plus un http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/peeks-big-order-from-alaska/ 72845 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:00:00 GMT 20091030060000 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 10:36:27 GMT 20120717103627 Fri, 21 Sep 2012 08:29:46 GMT 201209210882946 Natalie Trueman WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM05 Traffic Management 2009 October WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com Peek Traffic Corporation Alaska Department of Transportation Nora Lighting says that its new slim-line LED LightBar system is one of the most energy efficient linear fixtures available. The LightBar uses only 1.08W/100mm and the fixtures are CA Title 24 compliant while the firm says its LED technology offers a working life of over 10 years. The 19mm wide by 12.7mm deep low profile design and wide range of mounting options make this a lighting solution suitable for use in space-restricted areas. The system is offered in lengths of 152, 305 and 610mm, is made from extr http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/slim-trim-lighting-from-nora/ 72833 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:00:00 GMT 20091030060000 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 10:13:59 GMT 20120717101359 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 10:24:27 GMT 2012071710102427 Hema Mistry WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management TM03 Lighting Systems 2009 October WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com Nora Lighting The TrakitALL Asset Locating and Logistics, the latest innovation to the Trakit suite of signalling, time and attendance solutions, is designed specifically for the ready-mix, asphalt and aggregate industry. The satellite-managed global asset locating system collects data from remote wireless devices attached to fixed and mobile assets to help users track, secure and better manage their production and hauling hardware assets. The module can be used as a stand-alone tool, or seamlessly integrated with the Tr http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/keeping-tabs-on-mobile-assets-with-trakitall/ 72852 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:00:00 GMT 20091030060000 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:12:10 GMT 20120717111210 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:23:02 GMT 2012071711112302 Hema Mistry WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM03 Gis & Mapping, Asset Management Systems 2009 October WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com TrakitALL A new series of miniature, high accuracy laser-based range and velocity measurement sensors could soon be used on police vehicles to check speeding motorists. There are many other applications for the RVMS Range and Velocity Measurement System from Measurement Devices (MDL). Evaluation models will be available soon. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/world-launch-for-mdls-super-sensor/ 72841 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 06:00:00 GMT 20091023060000 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 10:25:16 GMT 20120717102516 Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:04:17 GMT 2012071711110417 Hema Mistry WH11 Road Markings, Barriers & Workzone Protection SB09 Temporary Speed Enforcement Systems 2009 October WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com The new Scilux lighting system from US Architectural Lighting is said to be a full cut-off luminaire with aerodynamic styling that suits duties in applications where visual aesthetics are considered important. The fixture has a streamlined body design with external top ribbing that helps dissipate heat, reduces EPA values, and increases both ballast life and lamp performance. Computer-designed segmented reflectors provide a wide range of light distribution patterns to suit an array of applications. Scilux i http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/lighting-the-way/ 72292 Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT 20090529000000 Mon, 09 Jul 2012 15:52:05 GMT 20120709155205 Mon, 09 Jul 2012 16:24:33 GMT 201207091642433 Joseph Tinlin WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management TM03 Lighting Systems 2009 May WH13 Technology Products in World Highways US Architectural Lighting The new generation SPECS3 average speed enforcement system offers key improvements over earlier generation units. This package is said to help reduce congestion, emissions and achieve high speed compliance rates, boosting traffic safety. The system has now successfully completed the technical testing phase for the UK's Home Office Type Approval (HOTA) and looks likely to be accepted in other European countries. It has been recommended for full HOTA by the Roads Policing Enforcement Technology (RPET) committ http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/accurate-speed-monitoring/ 72301 Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT 20090529000000 Mon, 09 Jul 2012 16:26:15 GMT 20120709162615 Mon, 09 Jul 2012 16:43:44 GMT 201207091644344 Joseph Tinlin WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management RI05 Electronic Charging & Tolling Equipment 2009 May WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Road traffic accidents are expensive and often frightening, and now most drivers will have encountered an average 80km/hr speed limit on a fast moving road. Keeping both lanes of traffic separate is the key to traffic safety, but when a driver loses control of a vehicle, and heads for the other lane of oncoming traffic, there is the potential for a serious accident. Having a barrier system in place that can keep the traffic safely separated reduces the risks for everyone concerned. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/rb22-separators-offer-maximum-safety/ 72004 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT 20090430000000 Thu, 05 Jul 2012 11:08:29 GMT 20120705110829 Thu, 05 Jul 2012 11:15:49 GMT 2012070511111549 Joseph Tinlin WH11 Road Markings, Barriers & Workzone Protection SB06 Temporary Moveable Barriers 2009 April WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Hazard Saftey Spectra Precision says that its EPOCH 35 system benefits from the latest GPS and GLONASS technology to provide accurate cadastral, topographic, control and stakeout survey applications. Said to be reliable and cost-effective, the EPOCH 35 GNSS system includes a base, rover, field software, data collector, and radio. The rover features integrated Bluetooth capability, an internal radio modem and battery. For North America, the system operates with the proven TDS Survey Pro field software while for other mark http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/surverying-accurately/ 73016 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 06:00:00 GMT 20090130060000 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 12:02:36 GMT 20120718120236 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:55:10 GMT 201207191425510 Hema Mistry 2009 January February WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com Spectra Precision New software from Mayrise Systems is designed to allow local authorities to improve street works. Contractors use permits to restrict works to fixed dates and conditions and the latest version of the Mayrise Street Works software allows better scheduling of operations. The package can be used to manage notices, updates and the tracking of works status with automated alerts on over-running work. It also offers integrated MapNow mapping to provide a quick visual works locator, geographic sites analysis and fo http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/streetworks-management/ 73188 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20081128060000 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:19:02 GMT 20120719141902 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:56:52 GMT 201207191425652 Hema Mistry MS03 Gis & Mapping 2008 November December WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software on www.WorldHighways.com Mayrise A frequent problem for fleet operators is created by drivers interfering with the CCTV monitors in their cabs, making them unable to show reversing or other camera images. Brigade Electronics has responded by developing a new tamper-proof model, and this means the top-of-the-range BE-870FM's software upgrade allows fleet operators to disable the driver's ability to adjust monitor settings, by locking the control panel, while retaining necessary functionality. The flat-screen colour monitor has single, sp http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/tamper-proof-cab-cameras/ 73186 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20081128060000 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:09:43 GMT 20120719140943 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:17:41 GMT 201207191421741 Hema Mistry WH2 Earthmoving & Excavation EE13 Accessories (Warning Systems, Wheel Cleaning Etc) 2008 November December WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com Brigade Electronics Leica Geosystems is broadening its site monitoring technology with the introduction of the GeoMoS package. This can be linked to the firm's existing GNSS Spider software to offer an array of TPS and GNSS monitoring tools. Combined, these tools provide a web-based service for visualisation and analysis of monitoring. Authorised users can access a monitoring project using a web browser, pocket PC or mobile phone. Using the GeoMoS Web service, graphs and views can be customised and be tailored to the needs of http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/real-time-site-monitoring-technology/ 73184 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20081128060000 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:04:06 GMT 20120719140406 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:08:53 GMT 201207191420853 Hema Mistry MS01 Primary Survey MS03 Gis & Mapping MS05 3D Software 2008 November December WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software Leica on www.WorldHighways.com A sophisticated pothole repair machine is to benefit from the latest satellite tracking technology from Masternaut Three X. The DP Road Patcher is part of a fleet of plant and vehicles operated by DP Cold Planing, one of the UK's leading specialist highway maintenance companies. DP Cold Planing is now using the Masternaut Three X web-based vehicle tracking solution to improve the management of its large fleet of Mercedes, Scania, JCB and Wirtgen vehicles and plant. This will make the DP Road Patcher even mo http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/patching-efficiently/ 73403 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20081031060000 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 15:35:34 GMT 20120723153534 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 15:48:27 GMT 201207231534827 Hema Mistry WH5 In-Situ Recycling Of Pavements GP03 Asphalt Milling WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM03 Gis & Mapping, Asset Management Systems 2008 October WH13 Technology Products JCB Scania Wirtgen on www.WorldHighways.com Masternaut Mercedes Yotta is offering an innovative vehicle-based imaging service that will provide accurate high-resolution panoramic street-level views of highway features. The vehicle is equipped with a 60 megapixel panoramic camera developed by Yotta and uses Applanix satellite positioning technology to log the exact location of each image. The vehicle cam improves street-level mapping operations with accurate 3D images of buildings and other highway features, such as signs, trees, barriers and fences. Called Y360, the veh http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/mapping-effectively-with-vehicle-based-imaging/ 73407 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20081031060000 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 16:05:01 GMT 20120723160501 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 16:13:56 GMT 201207231641356 Hema Mistry MS02 Positioning MS03 Gis & Mapping MS05 3D Software 2008 October WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software on www.WorldHighways.com Yotta DCL Extreme CCTV says that its Aegis UFLED White Light Illuminator features Black Diamond technology, which allows night-time colour reproduction for critical surveillance applications. Unlike standard lighting fixtures that distort colour images, this system features corrected LEDs to deliver accurate surveillance images at night according to the firm. A built-in low-voltage power circuit enables easy installation, while 26-45W operation makes for an energy efficient installation. The system also features Cons http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/powerful-white-light/ 73421 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20081031060000 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:21:22 GMT 20120724092122 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:45:49 GMT 201207240994549 Hema Mistry WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management TM03 Lighting Systems 2008 October WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com Extreme CCTV An Australian inventor has developed the Tollrider Magnetic system as a solution for mounting electronic toll tags on motorcycles. Designed by Michael Egan, the concept means there is no need for a motorcyclist to stop to pay tolls on highways with free-flow technology. Egan entered into a joint agreement with John Sample Automotive (JSA) to develop this patented idea and after 12 months of testing, the concept is now accepted by Australian motoring bodies such as the RTA which had called for a solution for http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/two-wheeled-tolls/ 73402 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20081031060000 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 15:20:47 GMT 20120723152047 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 15:52:04 GMT 201207231535204 Hema Mistry WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management RI05 Electronic Charging & Tolling Equipment 2008 October WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com UK firm Marshalls is offering a radically new concrete paving solution. This has a weathered appearance and is aimed at duties where new looking concrete would be inappropriate. Arbury was created to blend into environments where sensitivity to heritage and tradition is paramount and features radical press technology that allows the firm to deliver high quality paving with long-lasting performance. The riven surface and irregular fettled edges give each flag an aged appearance, while a range of colours is o http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/classic-paving-option/ 73405 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20081031060000 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 15:54:56 GMT 20120723155456 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 16:04:14 GMT 201207231640414 Hema Mistry WH4 Concrete Paving, Compaction & Testing GP10 Paving, Slipformers, Pavers, And Finishers WH6 Materials Production & Supply QP10 Ready Mixed Concrete 2008 October WH13 Technology Products Marshalls Following an appeal from the UK Freight Transport Association (FTA) for drivers to be more aware of the safety and security of their vehicles, Brigade Electronics has introduced a new mobile digital recorder offering a low-cost solution. After the theft of several high value loads, external affairs director at the FTA, Geoff Dossetter, said: "Drivers should exercise good judgement and adopt security measures not only to protect the security of their load, but also to ensure their personal safety." Brigade's http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/brigade-recorder-offers-security/ 73409 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20081031060000 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 16:15:54 GMT 20120723161554 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 08:58:04 GMT 201207240885804 Hema Mistry WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM04 Incident Detection And Management 2008 October WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com Brigade Electronics Freight Transport Association An innovative next-generation solution from VITRONIC enables police forces to provide fixed and mobile speed enforcement from a single solution. The 'dual-use' housing system consists of LIDAR (laser-based) technology which captures speeding vehicles on up to three lanes in a single direction. The first of VITRONIC's pioneering system solutions has been sold to the Lithuanian Roads Administration. Consisting of a standard mobile PoliScanspeed enforcement system and a protective housing, both mobile and stat http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/innovative-speed-enforcement-solution/ 73414 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20081031060000 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:00:56 GMT 20120724090056 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:14:51 GMT 201207240991451 Hema Mistry WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM04 Incident Detection And Management 2008 October WH13 Technology Products Vitronic on www.WorldHighways.com Laser Technology Software specialist Transoft Solutions says that the latest version of the efficient sign design software, GuidSIGN version 5.0. A is both easy to use and versatile. The package can deliver cutter-ready signs designed to standard in minutes according to the firm. The product comes with new features, functions, and added libraries that give traffic engineers efficient, time-saving, productivity-enhancing sign-designing capabilities says Transoft. A key feature is the new QuicDesign template system that suppl http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/guidsign-version-50-offers-faster-sign-design/ 73419 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20081031060000 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:16:27 GMT 20120724091627 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:20:34 GMT 201207240992034 Hema Mistry WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM06 Traveller Information Systems 2008 October WH13 Technology Products Transoft Solutions on www.WorldHighways.com Geospatial surveying specialist Yotta DCL now has a contract with Southampton City Council for road surface condition monitoring and is using its advanced laser technology. Yotta DCL is surveying 300km of the city's roads using its sophisticated ARAN survey vehicle which uses innovative laser scanning and precision GPS systems. These surveys are operating as part of a UK Government-specified programme called Surface Condition Assessment for the National Network of Roads (SCANNER). This will provide the city http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/highway-condition-monitoring-move/ 73893 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20080930060000 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 09:47:25 GMT 20120802094725 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 09:56:09 GMT 201208020995609 Hema Mistry MS01 Primary Survey MS03 Gis & Mapping 2008 September WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software on www.WorldHighways.com Southampton City Council Yotta DCL Siemens says it is adding further performance features to its sophisticated Comet UTMC traffic management and information system. This technology now includes the complete integration of journey time monitoring (JTM) and can be linked directly to ANPR cameras. This development allows the latest generation of Comet equipment to monitor the network performance and improve the integration of urban traffic management information. The firm says that the new Comet UTMC system allows network managers to monitor lo http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/improved-traffic-information-flow/ 73899 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20080930060000 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:20:49 GMT 20120802102049 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:24:19 GMT 2012080210102419 Hema Mistry WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM05 Traffic Management NM06 Traveller Information Systems 2008 September WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com Siemens New infrared asphalt restoration technologies, such as the Patriot system, are more reliable than before and offer cost benefits over time-consuming, cut-and-fill asphalt repairs. This technology offers benefits over conventional repairs which leave seams that can allow water penetration. Where thes eams are not watertight, the repaired, filled-in portion can fail within a year or so, however infrared technology blends the new asphalt with the old by heating an area 152-203mm beyond the perimeter of the rep http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/heated-road-repairs/ 73901 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20080930060000 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:32:51 GMT 20120802103251 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:54:40 GMT 2012080210105440 Hema Mistry WH5 In-Situ Recycling Of Pavements GP07 Warm In-Situ Asphalt Recycling GP08 Hot In-Situ Asphalt Recycling 2008 September WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com Kasi Leica Geosystems says that its Leica MobileMatriX v3.0 package can be used to synchronise survey data with an enterprise geodatabase, transfer digital images taken from a mobile phone via Bluetooth and link it with a feature, in addition to many other improvements. The firms says that its MobileMatriX v3.0 package offers a flexible and powerful mobile GIS application and can be used in both large projects and small projects involving only a few field crews. Survey data can be replicated within the editing p http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/improved-survey-data-handling/ 73900 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20080930060000 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:25:13 GMT 20120802102513 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:56:32 GMT 2012080210105632 Hema Mistry MS02 Positioning MS05 3D Software 2008 September WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software Leica on www.WorldHighways.com Avery Dennison is offering the Omni-Brite S-9000, a flexible microprismatic material designed for use on safety vests and other garments. The company, which has a range of omni-directional reflective work zone sign sheeting and pre-striped barricade reflective sheeting for optimal visibility in hazardous work zone areas, says its Omni-Brite S-9000 offers high levels of reflectivity no matter which way work zone workers move, even in wet weather conditions. The product has been certified to meet or exceed ma http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/be-seen-be-safe/ 73898 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20080930060000 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:10:53 GMT 20120802101053 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:59:25 GMT 2012080210105925 Hema Mistry WH11 Road Markings, Barriers & Workzone Protection 2008 September WH13 Technology Products on www.WorldHighways.com Avery Dennison Leica Geosystems is expanding its range with the launch of its Leica DX10 Field Controller. This robust site PDA is designed specifically for use in the tough construction environment, is compact, versatile and powerful. The Leica DX10 delivers high performance and reliability and can cope with vibration, shock and temperature extremes. It features an ergonomically shaped case and weighs just 482grammes. Features include Bluetooth capabilities, a high contrast colour display, a 520MHz Intel Xscale processor http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/on-site-computing-power/ 73896 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20080930060000 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 09:58:45 GMT 20120802095845 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:05:19 GMT 2012080210100519 Hema Mistry MS01 Primary Survey 2008 September WH13 Technology Products WH1 Measurement, Survey, Design & Software Leica on www.WorldHighways.com The first of 3M's innovative new frangible post units are now being installed on the UK's M54 and M6 motorways. These units are designed specifically to reduce the risk to drivers in the event of a crash. At present 20% of road fatalities in the UK result from a collision with a road side feature, such as a post, a street lamp or tree. By replacing rigid steel posts with frangible posts that minimise occupant injury when impacted by a vehicle, this risk will be reduced. Passive posts are now being used on s http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/safe-signposts/ 73902 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT 20080930060000 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:41:48 GMT 20120802104148 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:46:56 GMT 2012080210104656 Hema Mistry WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM06 Traveller Information Systems 2008 September WH13 Technology Products 3M Mouchel on www.WorldHighways.com Morelock The sophisticated Weiss-Electronic MC2014SE offers accurate speed detection and measurement at up to 300 km/h. But unlike competing speed detection packages it also offers vehicle classification capabilities. This system can tell whether the vehicle is a truck or a car, taking into consideration the different maximum speeds allowed for varying vehicle types. The system has been homologated for use already in countries such as Germany, Italy and Argentina. An OEM version MC2014SE/AS has also been developed f http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/precise-speed-measurement/ 75020 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT 20080131000000 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 11:24:41 GMT 20120903112441 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 11:28:34 GMT 2012090311112834 Nick Bond 2008 January February WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Vision specialist Vitronic claims its Poliscan-surveillance and Poliscan-smart systems offer accurate and reliable automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) capabilities. The systems can be used to identify the license plates of passing vehicles and crosscheck them with a police database. When a wanted vehicle is detected, an alert is automatically sent to the authorities. Poliscan-surveillance uses a high-resolution that is triggered by a special laser-based detection unit. The system suits duties on multi http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/plate-recognition/ 75025 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT 20080131000000 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:03:46 GMT 20120903120346 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:06:44 GMT 2012090312120644 Nick Bond 2008 January February WH13 Technology Products Vitronic in World Highways Tritex NDT says its sophisticated triple echo ultrasonic thickness gauges are robust, accurate and easy to use. The Multigauge 5500 model is supplied with a belt clip for hands-free use when climbing on staging, ladders or scaffolding for bridge surveys. The easy to use keypad allows operator interface whilst the bright LED display can be used in an array of light conditions. All probes have an intelligent probe recognition (IPR) tool that automatically adjusts settings in the gauge at the same time as tran http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/reliable-measurement/ 75028 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT 20080131000000 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:13:46 GMT 20120903121346 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:15:55 GMT 2012090312121555 Natalie Trueman WH9 Maintenance & Utility 2008 January February WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Tritex NDT A sophisticated new non-intrusive radar classifier that measures traffic data is being offered by Quixote Transportation Technologies (QTT). Called the trans-Q, the device is portable and designed for non-contact measurement. Radar technology is used to detect traffic count, speed, and length. The package is said to offer an ideal alternative to data collation needs when other portable or permanent traffic sensors cannot be used because of location, safety or other regulations. The trans-Q classifier can be http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/data-recording/ 75029 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT 20080131000000 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:20:02 GMT 20120903122002 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:24:19 GMT 2012090312122419 Nick Bond 2008 January February WH13 Technology Products Quixote in World Highways An innovative road repair technology should be able to cut delays and congestion when surface maintenance is required. This new approach has already been proven successfully on a busy highway stretch in the UK and is now likely to be introduced more widely in Europe. The Nu-Phalt system minimises the need for material transport to site, reducing the additional congestion caused by heavy truck traffic to a workzone. A crew of two is able to work from a single vehicle and without the need for pneumatic or hyd http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/faster-repairs/ 75019 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT 20080131000000 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 11:15:30 GMT 20120903111530 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 11:21:46 GMT 2012090311112146 Nick Bond 2008 January February WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Nu-Phalt Group The new NICE Mega City Enterprise electric van offers 800litres of load space, a top speed of 64km/h and a typical range of 64km. The vehicle suits use in urban areas and features two seats as well as zero-emissions. The MEGA City can be charged from domestic sockets at home, at work or at public charge points. These vehicles are aimed at use in cities such as London. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/versatile-transport/ 75021 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT 20080131000000 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 11:29:56 GMT 20120903112956 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 11:35:10 GMT 2012090311113510 Nick Bond 2008 January February WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Innovative mobile radar technology that can detect subsurface problems is now being launched by surveying specialist Data Collection Limited. The system uses a specially designed vehicle to carry out surveys at normal traffic speeds. Ground-penetrating radar is used to generate a cross-sectional profile of the subsurface. This information can be used to assess road condition, helping with planning repairs and re-surfacing. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/underground-sight/ 75026 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT 20080131000000 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:07:48 GMT 20120903120748 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:23:36 GMT 2012090312122336 Natalie Trueman 2008 January February WH13 Technology Products in World Highways Australian company JMB Manufacturing is to promote its Springy Base steel-based knock-down recovery sign post overseas. The company's managing director Ian Brodie said: "We are looking to find some European and US distributors. We already have agents in the UK with test sights now in Birmingham (UK), Hong Kong and Singapore and we have also delivered our first shipment into Belgium." Springy Base is designed for the harsh road conditions experienced in Australia, and according http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/springy-base-looks-to-new-markets/ 75031 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT 20080131000000 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:27:11 GMT 20120903122711 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:29:05 GMT 2012090312122905 Natalie Trueman WH12 Traffic Focus & Highway Management NM06 Traveller Information Systems 2008 January February WH13 Technology Products in World Highways JMB Manufacturing Lighting specialist WRTL is offering four different lighting configurations in a single package. The new Logo model is said to offer versatile and cost effective solutions for a wide variety of applications. High performance optics deliver the G3 glare classification and high energy efficiency, while durable corrosion resistant materials reduce maintenance needs. Customers can choose from clear or frosted bowls, multiple colour options and a choice of pole mounting positions. In addition, directional distri http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/stay-bright/ 75030 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT 20080131000000 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:25:47 GMT 20120903122547 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:21:42 GMT 201209031642142 Natalie Trueman 2008 January February WH13 Technology Products in World Highways WRTL The improved LTL-X retrometer from specialist DELTA offers new features over the model it replaces. The LTL-X is equipped with advanced new technology and is the fourth generation retrometer from the firm. The unit now has a retractable handle and an integrated display and is said to be easier to use than its predecessor. Measurements and settings of road and user ID, line type, measurement averages, instrument status and languages can be made simply by touching the control pad. Optional GPS values are show http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/retrometer-combines-proven-features-and-new-technology/ 57958 Fri, 30 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT 20071130000000 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:17:45 GMT 20120316141745 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:51:10 GMT 201204271315110 Joseph Tinlin 2007 November December WH13 Technology Products Delta in World Highways Danish company DELTA is introducing its new RetroSign GR3 Retroreflectometer for quality control and asset management of road signs and retroreflective materials with laboratory precision. The company says that to achieve these goals the triple geometry retroreflectometer is offered with GPS and RFID (radio frequency identification) reader. http://www.worldhighways.com/sections/technology/products/reflective-values-from-delta/ 57972 Fri, 30 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT 20071130000000 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:31:11 GMT 20120316143111 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:52:13 GMT 201204271315213 Joseph Tinlin 2007 November December WH13 Technology Products Delta in World Highways American Society for Testing and Materials