Work zones are intended to enhance the quality of life for workers, motorists, and locals. Smart work zones are deploying traffic control technology to increase construction worker safety, provide real-time travel information, and efficiently route motorists through a work zone. With smart work zones, the development of new technologies, such as automated traffic signals and […]
The world’s population is growing, and the demand for transportation services is growing. This exponential growth in the demand for transportation services is harming the environment due to the rising number of vehicles on the road. Smart work zones use Intelligent Transportation Systems to reduce congestion, which reduces the amount of pollution that enters our […]
Smart work zones are a new technology that can improve traffic safety and efficiency of construction zones. They have been implemented in many communities worldwide and have proven extremely effective. To learn more about the history of work zones, read on. What are Smart Work Zones? Smart Work Zones are a type of intelligent transportation […]
In this era of increased automation and connectivity, it’s no surprise that we’re seeing more smart work zones in the construction industry. These zones allow for better collaboration between teams and help streamline processes like project management. But there are many benefits to using smart work zones beyond just making life easier for construction companies: […]
Work zones create hazards for drivers and workers. Installing smart work zone equipment mitigates the impacts of disrupted traffic patterns. Even the Manuel Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) acknowledges under 6A.01.09 the positive impact on the safety of intelligent transportation systems (ITS) used in smart work zones. When work zones have properly integrated smart equipment […]