For decades, pneumatic road tubes were the standard for collecting traffic volume data. While still in use today, they come with well-known limitations — sensitivity to weather, inconsistency at higher speeds, and the need for frequent repositioning on busy roads.
Today's roadway counting solutions go far beyond simple vehicle counts. Using a combination of video, radar, and classification sensors, modern systems can capture vehicle classification, speed, direction of travel, and gap data — all customized to the specific requirements of each project.
Technology is only part of the equation. Experienced data collection teams know how to position equipment for optimal accuracy, manage for environmental variables, and quality-check data before it ever reaches a client's desk.
From highway capacity studies and corridor analysis to environmental assessments and infrastructure funding applications, accurate roadway count data is an essential input for a wide range of transportation planning and engineering projects.
