FLIR thermal imaging cameras for 24/7
traffic monitoring and roadway surveillance

Sun glare, shadows, wet streets, snow, fog – all of these factors can limit the effectiveness of footage from CCTV cameras. The video detection software gets confused by the unclear image, making the traffic monitoring system prone to mistakes.

Such errors might lead to problems with traffic light controls, which in turn can lead to congestion. It may also hamper the monitoring of traffic flow and car counts. Bad visibility might lead to road accidents going unnoticed, delaying the arrival of emergency services. These situations may very well be avoided with the use of FLIR thermal imaging cameras, which rely on thermal contrast instead of color contrast and are therefore not hampered by such limiting factors.

See in darkness, through smoke and light fog

Thermal imaging cameras detect electromagnetic radiation in the infrared part of the spectrum, which is emitted by all matter as a function of its temperature. Based on the recorded intensity of infrared radiation they produce clear, high contrast images, regardless of lighting conditions. Due to the unique qualities of infrared radiation, FLIR thermal imaging cameras can be used to see in complete darkness, through smoke and light fog.

Thermal imaging cameras are not susceptible to sun glare, so they can be positioned wherever they'll be the most effective without concern for sun angle.		FLIR thermal imaging cameras can be used for traffic light control and vehicle counting, even in total darkness.

Thermal imaging cameras are not hindered by:

• Direct sunlight, even at sunrise and sunset
• Nighttime headlight glare
• Reflection off wet surfaces
• Shadows
• Light fog
• Smoke

Just like regular CCTV cameras, FLIR thermal imaging cameras can be used for traffic light control, vehicle counting, traffic flow monitoring, incident detection, tunnel safety, construction safety and cyclist and pedestrian detection. Unlike CCTV cameras, which rely on color contrast, thermal imaging cameras can perform all of these functions without being limited by bad lighting conditions, nighttime headlight glare, dusk or dawn sun glare, shadows, reflections on wet street surfaces, snow, fog or smoke. FLIR's high-performance thermal cameras solve all of these imaging challenges, giving you uninterrupted 24-hour detection of motorized vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians regardless of the amount of light available.

A cost-effective and efficient solution

Because thermal imaging cameras can see clearly 24/7 they make video surveillance of roadways for intelligent transportation systems more effective and more efficient. Since they see farther in complete darkness, they can also help you to reduce pole and infrastructure costs. During the day thermal imaging cameras can look directly into the sun and still detect vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic, thermal cameras let you position them wherever they'll be the most effective, maximizing safety and traffic detection without concern for sun angle or other obstructions. This makes thermal imaging camera the most efficient, cost-effective way to improve traffic flow, automatically determine traffic volume, and control signals.

Thermal imaging cameras can see cars at the stop bar and pedestrians in the intersection clearly in the dark.

All of FLIR's thermal imaging systems for systems control and roadway monitoring contain the powerful thermal imaging cameras for which FLIR is known. Some of FLIR's products for roadway monitoring also include visual light cameras, to deliver perfect vision in all possible situations, housed in a rugged pan and tilt housing for full 360 degrees roadway coverage that can be monitored in real time over the internet. Roadway monitoring cameras need to give you clear information about what's happening on your roads. FLIR's thermal cameras for roadway monitoring do just that.

Easy to install and integrate

Whether your aim is to use them for signal control or for roadway monitoring, all of FLIR's thermal imaging cameras provide powerful imaging capabilities, at minimum effort. They are easy to install, as they are compatible with the same mechanical hardware, such mounting arms, cabling, and processors that are currently commonly used.

Thermal imaging cameras see in total darkness and show you more scene detail.
Thermal imaging cameras see through glare and back­lighting, improving signal control.
Thermal imaging cameras see into the deepest shadows.

Each of them sporting a standard analog video output, they are also very easy to integrate into existing video detection systems. Due to the rugged design of FLIR's uncooled microbolometer thermal imaging cameras they are practically maintenance free. No periodical maintenance is needed, Whether they serve as the backbone for the traffic control and roadway monitoring system or as drop-in replacements for existing visible-light cameras, FLIR thermal imaging cameras provide a robust imaging performance that you have to see to believe, making them pivotal pieces of equipment for effective traffic signal control and roadway monitoring.

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