Traffic counting methods can be basically categorized as manual and automatic methods. The manual counting is a simple yet accurate method for traffic counting. The manual counting can be done using either electronic counters or mechanical counters, or else it can be simple paperwork. There are several methods out there for automatic traffic counting. The following are some of the popular technologies/ sensors in the industry.
- Pneumatic Tube
- Inductive Loops
- Radar/ Microwave
- Video processing
- Magnetic Sensor
- Acoustic
- Infrared
- Weigh-in-Motion (WIM)
- Bending Plates
- Capacitive Stripes
- Capacitive Mat
- Piezo-electric Cable
Automatic Traffic Counters
Listed below are some popular automatic traffic counting products available on the market.
Product | Technology/ Sensor | Specification at a glance | Price |
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RoadPod® VT ![]() | Pneumatic tubes |
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PicoCount ![]() | Pneumatic tubes |
| $499.00 |
Black CAT Radar ![]() | Radar |
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Minuteman EVR ![]() | Pneumatic tubes |
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Armadillo Radar Traffic Counter ![]() | Radar |
| $3,595.00 |
SDR Traffic ![]() | Microwave |
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Road Runner 3 ![]() | Pneumatic tubes |
| $395.00 |
Golden River M400 ![]() | Pneumatic tubes |
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Armadillo Crossfire Multi-lane Traffic Collector ![]() |
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Microwave Traffic Counter/ Remote Traffic Microwave Sensor (RTMS) ![]() ![]() | Microwave |
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Mini TRS Plus Traffic Counter and Classifier ![]() | Pneumatic tubes |
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SAS-1 Acoustic Traffic Counter ![]() | Acoustic Sensor |
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(JAMAR) Black Cat Radar Recorder![]() | Radar |
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FlexMag ![]() | MicroRadar |
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SmartSensor HD ![]() | Radar |
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Manual Traffic Counters/ Classifiers
Listed below are some popular manual traffic counting products available on the market.
Product | Technology/ Sensor | Specification at a glance | Price |
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![]() ![]() ![]() | Manual video processing |
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![]() | Count Scout video manually or upload to the Miovision Platform for superior data accuracy |
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![]() | integrated system for manual traffic data collection |
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Reference
- Traffic Data Collection and Analysis
- Traffic Data Collection Improvements
- “State-of-the-Art” Report on Non-Traditional Traffic Counting Methods
I think that upon reflection of the various traffic counters on this article, I believe I will choose an automatic radar like the SmartSensorHD. I will be sure to use it effectively to ensure that I can drive as safely as possible. I would like to make the purchase of a traffic counter to be more prepared on the road.