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What is Speed Zoning?
Speed Zoning or Velocity Regulation is optimized for environments that necessitate slower vehicular movement in zones identified as high-risk, such as indoor locations or areas with heavy foot traffic. These systems are engineered to minimize potential hazards without sacrificing operational productivity. The Halo series of velocity regulation systems present a triad of foundational approaches that can be customized to meet the unique demands of a particular location.
Key Features
- Enhanced safety measures on premises
- Better driving standards
- Distinct speed thresholds for indoor and outdoor areas
- Flexibility to accommodate alterations in site configuration
- Optimized operational efficiency
Line Based Speed Zoning
This mechanism provides a versatile approach that allows for the establishment of multiple, predetermined speed areas, thereby amplifying both operational efficiency and safety metrics. The system employs a compact camera affixed to the underside of the Material Handling Equipment (MHE). As the MHE traverses a sequence of color-coded lines—typically red and green—the device adjusts its speed either upward or downward, contingent on the direction of movement. The setup transcends the rudimentary indoor/outdoor categorization and can function effectively within those parameters if necessitated.
Internal/External Speed Zoning
This system employs radar technology that uses the ceiling as a reference point to modulate the speed of material handling equipment (MHE). As the MHE enters an internal zone, the radar cues a speed reduction, creating a safer environment particularly in areas with higher pedestrian activity and more confined operational spaces. Upon exiting the area, the equipment reverts to its standard speed. This method eliminates the need for additional site infrastructure and is inherently simple to deploy. The result is an elevated level of operational efficiency: reduced speed in higher-risk, internal areas and quicker movement in external zones where the level of risk is comparatively lower.
Speed Zoning Beacon
Embedded within the Fleet Aware pedestrian safety ecosystem yet fully capable of independent operation, the Flashlight Zone Tag serves as a pivotal safety mechanism. This is executed through the installation of a SMART beacon in strategically selected areas or zones deemed hazardous. Each tag is designed to monitor an area with a flexible radius, ranging from 1 to 30 meters.
When a vehicle enters this pre-defined zone, the material handling equipment (MHE) will automatically transition to a reduced speed setting. Concurrently, the Zone Tag activates both visual and auditory alerts, signalling to nearby pedestrians and operators. For broader safety coverage, these tags can be interconnected to ensure the safety of various critical points—such as both sides of a doorway, the ends of an aisle, or any other area of concern. This offers a multidimensional approach to safety, either as an augmentation to the existing IPAS system or as a standalone speed regulation solution.