INTERURBAN TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT, Germany, Berlin

The tunnel “Airport Tegel” is part of Berlin’s inner-city motorway with a capacity utilisation of 90,000 vehicles a day. Due to the enormous exposure of the tunnel (built in 1979 with a length of 1,000 meters), a fundamental reconstruction with modern traffic and safety technology was inevitable.

SWARCO’s traffic management system includes tunnel control, road control and integrates the tunnel into a network control system: With this modern and innovative system, the tunnel “Airport Tegel” is now ready to meet the requirements of today’s high traffic volumes. The system comprises of:

• 26 road stations & central control software
• 147 variable message signs (VMS with LED technology)
• 32 variable message signs (prism openers)
• 9 variable routes
• 4 prism signs for variable routing
• 107 radar detectors and 2 rain sensors
• 3 double induction loops
• 5 routing and blocking barriers
• 5 height controls
• 32 road markers

• Improved traffic flow even in unbalanced traffic situations (e.g. during peak times)
• Successful traffic monitoring to avoid congestion
• Safe and immediate re-routing of the traffic due to in-time information (e.g. accidents …)

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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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  Vehicle Classification & Traffic Detection

  Effective traffic management and control requires reliable traffic detectors. SWARCO supplies a wide range of equipment for vehicle classification and detection on highways.

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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.