INTERURBAN TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT, Austria, Federal States

In the Republic of Austria, 6 major toll stations lead through tunnels and/or mountain passes. All these toll stations count for 22 toll lanes, where the road charge for cars, buses and trucks had to be collected in cash until the completion of the upgrade of the toll system in 2003.

The Austrian toll lanes are uniformly equipped with prism signs. To grant a constant utilisation of the toll lanes, an advance signalling system was installed about 200 to 300 meter ahead of the toll station, indicating the operating status of the individual toll lanes with modern LED technology. The new system gives the possibility to collect the road charge from buses and trucks with a total weight of more than 3.5 tons electronically. Trucks and buses are now able to pass the toll stations without stopping.

• Equipment of the toll lanes with LED technology and alternating prism signs
• Renewal of the PLC controls of HGV lanes
• Advance signalling system [including alternating prism signs and LED lane signals]
• 75 lane control signs
• 40 variable message signs
• Mounting devices and gantries
• Civil works and cabling

• Toll collection on more lanes at the same time possible
• Improved information and warning system
• Quick lane closure in case of emergency
• Enhanced safety and better traffic flow

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  Dynamic & Static Signage

  SWARCO offers a complete range of active signage that increase roadway safety and efficiency, and help drivers make informed travel decisions.

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  Highway & Tunnel Systems

  SWARCO provides complete highway and tunnel management systems, including integrated communication and interfaces to external or third-party equipment.