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NEW PRODUCTS
This section of the Journal is a service offered to Sustaining Members of IMSA to assist them in promoting their new products to our readers. ENCOM Wireless Product Announcement: Safe School System
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ENCOM Wireless, the leader in wireless traffic equipment, is proud to announce the release of the Safe School System. Safe School is a complete, end-to-end, wireless centralized management system for school-zone flashing beacons. “ENCOM has always been at the forefront of wireless technology. Now, we have combined our cutting-edge wireless systems with state-of-the-art central management software to create the most powerful, and feature-rich, school-zone-flashingbeacon management system in the world,” says Dan Szgatti, Business Development Manager of ENCOM Wireless. The Safe School System consists of three major components: 1. Zone Watch: Central Management Software provides a simple-to-use interface for monitoring and controlling all school-zone beacons from one central location. Schedule updates can be downloaded to a group of beacons with a touch of a button. Confirmation of schedule receipt, along with beacon-health status, is available at specified intervals or at a glance. Zone Watch Software Graphic:
3. WBCU (Wireless Beacon Control Unit): At the heart of every WBCU is ENCOM’s industry-leading 900MHz wireless technology along with an integrated real-time clock. The WBCU has been designed as a “plug-andplay” replacement for existing stand-alone or pager-controlled time clocks and is pin-for-pin compatible with existing cabinet wiring, minimizing installation time. Up to
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2. WEBI/O: A 900Mhz master radio with a built-in web server synchronizes with all remote Wireless Beacon Control Units (WBCU). Connect the WEBI/O to any wireless or wired LAN to achieve communications throughout your municipality. The WEBI/O can communicate with up to 255 WBCUs and contains up to four individual schedules. This provides flexibility for the WEBI/O to control and monitor the beacons in up to four separate schools, minimizing costs while effectively communicating to all beacons within a region.
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NEW PRODUCTS . . . Continued from page 53 Safe School System . . . 255 WBCUs will communicate with each WEBI/O master radio and all have the ability to store a 365-day schedule for school-zone-flashingbeacon events. The WBCU stores the school-zone schedule internally and will operate autonomously in the event of communication loss with the WEBI/O. Each WBCU contains two relay outputs along with Test/Manual operation buttons. The WBCU operates with 12 VDC solar and 120VAC systems. WBCU graphic:
Eliminate the hassles of costly site visits, poorly working pager networks, and manually inputting school-zone schedules into stand-alone time clocks with the Safe School System from ENCOM Wireless. With ENCOM, wireless is simple and your kids’ safety is paramount. The Safe School System from ENCOM is available immediately for deployment prior to the start of the fall 2010 school year.
motorist “yield to pedestrians” compli- puting ability, and cost savings, the benance (approx. 80%-100%) compared to efits of the ATC eX platform are unstandard beacons (15%-20% range). deniable. Compliant with ATC 5.2b standards, the ATC eX 2070 brings th e multi-tasking, ruggedized nature of the ATC to the 2070 platform, allowing users to upgrade existing intersections to a modern-high performance platform via new installations or by a simple module and software upgrade. “ A t M c C a i n , o u r c u s t o m ers are our priority, and we work dili g e n t l y t o e n s u r e w e p r o v i d e them with the most current and technoELTEC designed two styles of RRFB logically advanced products available,” light bars: one-sided/2 LED’s for use said Kleinjan Deetlefs, director of enin divided highways with a median, gineering at McCain. “With the introwhich mounts to a standard 4.5” O.D. duction of the ATC eX 2070, we are propole; two-sided/5 LED’s used in a 2- viding our customers with a comlane pedestrian crossing, mounting to plete family of hi-tech, ATC solueither a 2.5” or 4.5” O.D. pole. The end- tions for today that will continue to admounted LED verifies system initiation dress their needs through the foreseeto pedestrians. ELTEC’s light bar comes able future.” in two finishes of federal yellow or brushed aluminum, or it can be pow- E q u i p p e d w i t h M c C a i n ’ s O m ered coated to any custom color. ni eX TM control software, the ATC eX 2070 can simultaneously support multiBoth RRFB light bars can be retrofit- ple software applications through a sinted to existing pedestrian crossings or gle platform. In addition to providintegrated in new systems. The RRFB ing superior intersection control and light bar works with either DC (solar) monitoring, the NTCIP 1201/1202 systems, or AC systems that incorpo- compliant software is compatible with rate a 120VAC to 12VDC inverter. McCain’s Transparity TM central control software that permits all NTCIP comEach light is rectangular shaped, incor- pliant devices to be remotely conporating 6 ultra bright LED’s resulting trolled through a single system. in direct and wide-angled intensity, flashing in a wig-wag rapid pattern. The ATC eX 2070 joins the ATC eX NEMA controller, released last fall for For more information contact: TS 2 Type 1 and TS 2 Type
[email protected], call 800-227-1734, tions that is also backward compatior visit our web site at: ble with TS 1 cabinets. One of the fewwww.ELTECCORP.com. NEMA and ATC compliant devices currently on the market, the ATC eX NEAll products are designed, manufac- MA allows users to upgrade to a multitured and assembled in the USA. functioning, standards compliant controller without changing their existing cabinet hardware. ATC eX 2070 Joins
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For more information visit: www.encomwireless.com.
ELTEC Introduces 2-sided/5 LED RRFB Light Bar
The FHWA has granted interim approval for optional use of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) to supplement standard pedestrian and school crosswalk signs at uncontrolled approaches. According to the FHWA’s data, the RRFB had very high rates of
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M c C a i n i s p r o u d t o i n t r o duce the ATC eX 2070, the latest add i t i o n t o i t s AT C f a m i l y o f c o n trollers. With its ability to withstand harsh environments, superior com-
For more information, please contact McCain at (888) 262-2246 or:
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Leotek Introduces the GreenCobra™ LED Street Light The sustainable design of the GreenCobra™ innovatively combines a traditional form with next generation proven performance capabilities. Continued on page 55 IMSA Journal
GE Digital Energy’s MDS SD2™ Wireless Solution Provides Easy Migration Path from Serial to IP/Ethernet Networks Long Range, High Speed, Simultaneous IP/Ethernet and Serial Communications in Licensed 200Mhz
NEW PRODUCTS . . . Continued from page 54 The GreenCobra™ LED Street Light . . .
Leotek, a pioneer in solid-state LightEmitting Diode technology since 1992, is pleased to introduce the GreenCobra™ LED street light. This innovative luminaire provides the features that cities want including a daytime form based on the shape of a traditional roadway luminaire, high performance light distribution, full cutoff optics with drop lens uniformity, tool less entry to the electrical housing, and an easily replaceable safety power door. “The GreenCobra™ synergistically incorporates the strongest advantages of traditional cobra head street lighting with sustainable LED design,” said Steve Bacilieri, President of Leotek. “We’re confident in the success of this next generation luminaire, with its winning combination of improved aesthetics, optics and performance capabilities.” Offered in a choice of 20, 40, 60, and 80 LED arrays in three field-adjustable drive currents, the GreenCobra™ can replace from 70W HPS to 310W HPS traditional cobra head style street lights. The precision micro-lens optics provide the remarkably uniform illumination that has become the hallmark of Leotek performance. Standard LED color temperature is neutral 4000K white similar to metal halide and moonlight, and has wide market acceptance. Standard accessories include an easily installed bird spider, flush mounted house side shield plate, special pole mounting brackets, and a wall mounting bracket. Technical specifications, IES photometry, and LM-79 test results are accessible by contacting our network of authorized Sales Representatives or by visiting www.leotek.com.
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GE Digital Energy announces the MDS SD2, a software controlled digital radio that provides long distance communications over licensed radio bands and allows users to deploy IP/Ethernet and serial communications using 200 MHz. This industrially hardened wireless data acquisition solution supports flexible, reliable, secure and efficient data transmission with operation between 216-222 MHz in North America and up to 235 MHz in other countries. The SD2 has FCC authorization under Part 80, Part 90 and Part 95, and operates in channel sizes
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NEW PRODUCTS . . . Continued from page 55 GE Digital Energy’s MDS SD2™ Wireless . . . of 5 kHz, 6.25 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 25 kHz and 50 kHz. This solution is ideal for a wide variety of data acquisition and SCADA applications such as monitoring and controlling pole-top transformers; reclosers and capacitor banks for utilities; pumps, compressors and flow meters in oil and gas production; and remote PLCs and measurement devices in water, wastewater and heavy industrial markets. The MDS SD2 provides high network availability and reliability to support critical communications to remote assets. This solution dramatically increases network flexibility with options that allow users to implement IP/Ethernet, secure AES 128-bit encryption, and multiple protocols on their networks. It supports a wide array of network topologies over varied terrain and can meet user requirements using less equipment, leading to a lower cost of ownership. Multiple applications can operate on a single network simultaneously, including remote device configuration and data polling. MDS SD2 also includes two serial ports, provides broad coverage over distances up to 50 miles, and supports a low-power sleep mode for solar and battery powered applications. The MDS SD Series of industrialstrength data communications products offer secure, reliable, long distance transmission of data for mission critical applications. The higher transmit power used by the SD to operate in the licensed 200 MHz (MDS SD2), 400 MHz (MDS SD4) and 900 MHz (MDS SD9) frequencies results in a wide area of coverage. The SD’s exceptional receiver sensitivity allows for deployment in applications where obstructions, such as trees and buildings, would limit the effectiveness of other wireless devices. MDS SD Series radios can be directly added to existing MDS x710 and x790 systems, providing both “drop-in” compatibility for expansions and replacements, and adding Ethernet support. To get more information on the MDS SD2 visit www.gedigitalenergy.com.
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ComNet Simplifies Convergence All New Video, Data and Ethernet over Optical Fiber Product to Debut Communication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, doing business as ComNet, a manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment, has introduced a new fiber optic transmission product designed to aid in the transition from point-to-point systems to Ethernet network systems. The FVT/FVR10D1E Series are fiber optic video transmitters and receivers that support digitally encoded video, serial data as well as 10/100 Ethernet. The ComNet FVT/FVR10D1E is unique in that it provides 10-bit digitally encoded RS-250C Short-Haul quality video, serial data and 10/100 Ethernet on one single optical fiber. This model offers the user a solution for current requirements where high-quality video is needed, but future expansion and upgrades will necessitate the use of Ethernet. The FVT/FVR10D1E maximizes user flexibility and provides cost savings when future system upgrades are called for. According to Victor Milani, ComNet VP of Product Management “Pairing highquality baseband video and Ethernet in one model might seem like a contradiction. Our Design Center started to see the demand for a fiber optic product that could support today’s current needs, but would have the potential to support the transition to Ethernet without a complete infrastructure retrofit. The FVTFVR10D1E does that. It operates as a point–to-point video and data transmission system and an Ethernet media converter.” The major advantage the ComNet FVTFVR10D1E brings is that it future-proofs your project,” continued Milani. “ComNet is staying ahead of the migration toward video over Ethernet. But we’re also aware of the cost pressures many end-users are placing on integrators and dealers,” said Skip Haight, ComNet Vice President of Marketing. “By offering a model
that can accommodate both baseband video and Ethernet, we’re providing a cost-effective solution that gives an unparalleled amount of flexibility and is a tremendous overall cost saver.“ Haight continued. ComNet offers an extensive line of fiber optic video and data transmission equipment as well as a line of Ethernet Network equipment that is uniquely toughened to meet the needs of the Security and Intelligent Transportation System market. Full product line details are available at www.comnet.net. The ComNet product line is represented by some of the top manufacturer rep firms in the US and Canada. Call direct 203-796-5300 or email sales@comnet. net for details. ComNet is located in Danbury, CT in a state of the art manufacturing and production facility housing the key functions of engineering, production, shipping, sales, customer care, marketing and more. For more information, please contact Skip Haight at 203.796.5340; or e-mail ComNet at
[email protected]. Electronic files of this release and photos of ComNet products are available by contacting the ComNet Marketing Department via e-mail at fhaight@ comnet.net. ### ComNet and the ComNet logo are registered trademarks of Communication Networks LLC. Additional company and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the individual companies, are respectfully acknowledged and do not imply endorsement.
Wireless Pushbutton Technology
Novax Industries is pleased to introduce SoundSafe™ Advanced Pedestrian Systems. SoundSafe™ combines a ruggedized vibrotactile pushbutton network communicating via advanced powerline communications - SIG-
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NEW PRODUCTS . . . Continued from page 56 Wireless Pushbutton . . . NIFICANTLY REDUCING and/or ELIMINATING COMMUNICATIONS CABLING COSTS. SoundSafe™ provides wireless remote configuration of up to 12 pedestrian pushbuttons simultaneously from ANYWHERE in the intersection-SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCING MANHOURS IN SETUP, DIAGNOSTICS and MAINTENANCE. Advanced CONFLICT MONITORING ensures reliable and safe operations of all interconnected pedestrian signals at all times. SoundSafe™ provides a platform for all your pedestrian accessibility needs from the most basic to the most complex intersection. SoundSafe™ complies with ALL ADA and MUTCD standards. With over 30 years of traffic control experience, Novax guarantees an investment in SoundSafe™ will provide outstanding value and returns in reduced service and maintenance, capital and operating costs. For more information visit: http:// www.novax.com/products/aps.html
Kyland’s SICOM3170 7+3G Port Gigabit Managed Industrial Ethernet Switch
designed to slide into an open Detector Chassis Slot of any Signal cabinet. This Managed Industrial Ethernet Switch is widely deployed in SCADA and OSS networks around world. This proven ultra low power consumption switch (Green Product – RoHS) features 2 SFP Gigabit ports, Seven 10/100 RJ45 Ports and One 10/100/1000 RJ45 Port. The SICOM3170 Industrial Signal Control switch is the first of a series of EZ Traffic Networks™ products from Kyland and a continuation of our “Green Ethernet” product line. The “SICOM 3170” Industrial Ethernet switch offers a significant increase in the application and bandwidth capabilities of the highly configurable Kyland SICOM line of Managed Industrial Ethernet switches. This is the perfect switch for the deployment of bandwidth-intensive applications such as internal and external video surveillance at traffic intersections, local and regional control systems. This network switch can be easily installed into any traffic cabinet with an open dual slot in a detector input chassis. Clean, filtered 12VDC or 24VDC power is provided directly from the back-plane of the detector chassis and eliminates adding to the mess of additional power supplies and power cables within the traffic cabinet. The SICOM 3170 is the easiest and fastest to deploy Industrial Ethernet network switch. Requiring less than 8 Watts of power to operate it is also a “Green Ethernet” Industrial Ethernet switch, and fully RoHS compliant. Features • 2 Gigabit SFP fiber Uplink ports, 1 RJ45 10/100/1000Base-TX port, 7 RJ45 10/100Base-TX ports. • Supports DT-Ring and DT-Ring+ (Self Healing Rings with a Recovery time of less than 50ms) and Rapid Spanning Tree-RSTP/STP(IEEE802.1w/d). • Supports Ring, Link, Star and Tangent Ring network topologies. • Ultra low power consumption, the SICOM3170 uses less than 8 Watts of power under fully loaded conditions. • Supports IGMP Snooping, Port Mirroring, QoS, VLAN. • Supports CLI, TELNET, WEB, SNMP v1/v2/v3 and OPC management control. • Supports TACACS+, Radius, SSH/SSL and improve Network Security functions. • Supports Automatic Network Topology Discovery and Generation with Kyvision3.0 centralized management. • SICOM series uniform Kyvision3.0 management software • Secure MAC and port binding function, supports static FDB. • Bandwidth setting function enables port bandwidth configuration. • Enhanced Broadcast Storm Control. • EMC industrial level 4, able to work in harsh environments such as strong electromagnetic interference. • Easy installation (slide it into the chassis and it immediately powers up) • Plug and play, no power supply or electrical connections to worry about, 12VDC or 24VDC power supply is offered by the cabinet backplane. • Compatible with the interface requirements in the Caltrans TEES (170/332) specification. • Operating temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) • Aluminum case with fanless design(Convection Cooled) • IP40 protection class For info visit: www.kyland-USA.com.
Southern Manufacturing Announces the Clean Profile Sign Overview Southern Manufac7+3G Port Gigabit Managed Industrial turing announces the introduction of the CLEAN PROFILESIGN, a new, versatile, Ethernet Switch SICOM3170 is an ultra LED internally illuminated street name sign. This innovative sign incorporates low power consumption (less than 8 Southern’s hallmarks of easy maintenance, proven long lived LED strips, and outWatts), Managed Industrial Ethernet Continued on page 75 switch. This dual slot Ethernet switch is
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NEW PRODUCTS . . . Continued from page 57 Southern Manufacturing . . . standing quality into a thin, lightweight parallel sided body. The design and construction methods allow this sign to be offered with the viewable area a true 4, 6, or 8 feet long and in heights of 12” to 24” in one-inch increments to enhance the appearance of the sign. An increasing number of communities across the country plan to add additional signs or are evaluating the introduction of internally illuminated street name signs to meet the new federally mandated visibility standards. Up until the introduction of this sign, however, many communities have been reluctant to install internally illuminated street name signs because of concerns about weight and maintenance. “The design objectives for this next generation sign were driven by this customer input,” states John Steadman, President of Southern Manufacturing. “One of the top objectives was to minimize weight without sacrificing quality while retaining the ease of service features of our other signs. Through the use of advanced optics, the CLEAN PROFILE sign accomplishes this objective with an
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extremely uniform light distribution. The CLEAN PROFILE weighs as much as 20 pounds less than our similar sized standard LED signs and 30 pounds less than the comparable edge-lit models currently on the market. This sign provides the safety and visibility inherent in illuminated street name signs while minimizing the bearing load on mast arms or span wire.” The CLEAN PROFILE is available in either single-sided or double-sided models. The design allows a full range of viewable heights to optimize the aesthetics with the viewable area ranging from 12” to 24” on the single faced version and up to 20” on the double faced model. The body is constructed from the same .125” thick 5052 aluminum that is used for traffic enclosures. The standard finish is black powder coating, but other colors are available, including colors that match the most commonly used mast arms. The single-sided sign can be mounted either rigidly to a mast arm or free swinging. The single-sided sign is a mere 3 1/2” thick, and the double-faced edition, with hinged doors on both sides, measures 4 3/4” thick.
The CLEAN PROFILE sign has been extensively tested prior to introduction, including passing a physical 110-mile per hour wind and water test. The LED light strips have been cycle tested to simulate six years, and the Philips Rebel LEDs are rated at 60,000 by Philips at double the amperage of the Southern light engine. Thus, the expected life of the LEDs operating 12 hours per day on average is over 13 years. Should maintenance be required or the street renamed, lens can be changed in-service without any tools, and the internal components can be replaced using only common tools. The sign carries a 6 year warranty. For more information visit: www. southernmfg.com.
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