How Radar Speed Signs can help the Police reduce speeding?

Q: What are the power sources? Which one should I choose?

Our data shows that 80% of local authorities who have installed a radar speed sign prefer the solar option for its convenience and energy efficiency.Power source options: Solar Connection: The radar speed sign is self-sufficient, with two batteries and a 95-watt solar panel ensuring year-round power. Electric: The radar speed display can be powered by a steady electric current or connected to the public lighting network, with a minimum requirement of five hours of charging per night. Hybrid Power: This option employs both solar and electric sources of power. It defaults to electric power if solar energy is insufficient due to a lack of sunlight – or conversely, to solar power if the source of electricity proves unstable. Batteries: Equipped with two batteries and an external charger, the system offers between 7 to 10 days of operational autonomy.

Reducing speeding: EVOLIS Radar Speed Signs improve safety

Speeding is a major issue in U.S. cities, particularly in residential neighborhoods with a “force of habit” effect caused by people driving on familiar daily routes.

Despite the police employing various methods to resolve the issue, the question remains: What more can be done by protectors of the community to reduce speeding and ensure safety for its citizens?

Speed awareness radars can have a great impact on speeding, as drivers are more likely to slow down when made aware of their excess speeding.

Our Evolis Radar Speed Sign is a proven method that reduces the current driving speed by 25% on average. Discover why our radars have already been adopted by over 10,000 communities worldwide!

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A major and a sheriff in front a EVOLIS radar speed sign installed in a city in the US

A sheriff installing a EVOLIS radar speed sign

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Our portable version of the radar speed sign. With EVOLIS Mobility, you can monitor and secure multiple accident-prone roads. A smaller footprint with a lower price!

Our giant version of the speed awareness radar is designed for major traffic arteries. It allows drivers to see their speed even from greater distances!

Feedback from customers

Most vendors claim to practice the ethos of customer satisfaction. I found that at Elan City customer satisfaction is not just a saying but an applied science practiced day in and day out. The customer service department far exceeded our past experience with other vendors.

Chief Joseph A. Sinagra

Saugerties Police Department

Saugerties, NY

Thus far very impressed with the Evolis speed sign. The software is very intuitive and the comprehensive reports that can be extrapolated from the data the sign collects is fantastic!

Sergeant Jeffrey A. Boyd

Hatfield Township Police

Hatfield, PA

We were looking for ways to create a more safe environment for motorists and pedestrians. The signs are excellent calming devices, causing people to slow down and drive less aggressively. This is the first time we’ve used them, but we do plan to expand their use to other areas of the borough as we see a need.

Stephen D. Powell

Chief Police West Reading

West Reading, PA

I have been approached about the signs and I have recommended them to other cities in Wisconsin. We did receive a complaint from one citizen because as a result of the radar signs, trucks were slowing down in front of her and she didn’t like that. That is complaint that shows the signs are doing their job and I will …

Nick Reimer

Chief Police

Manitowoc, WI

After 60 days of being deployed I am very happy to report that I have not received one complaint from these areas in regards to speeding. I was able to program the signs to display warning messages in alternating colors and could not be happier with the results. In fact the average speed over a 60 day period was 98% …

Shad Prichard

Chief Police

Hollywood Park, TX

During the first week the signs were up, the collected data said there had been a “serious impact” on slowing drivers down. People are going much slower. We have found it is the greatest tool to warn drivers just how fast they are going.

Edwin Burgwinkel

Chief Police Lancaster

Lancaster, MA

As the main roads are congested during high-traffic hours, some people use side roads through residential areas and end up speeding. The 2 Evolis radar speed signs have helped us to dramatically reduce speeding.

Lieutenant Craig Stauts

Oaklyn Police Department

Oaklyn, NJ

The feedback has been very positive both from town leaders and the citizens. We move them around town in the problem areas and are always being asked when they’ll be in their neighborhood. Citizens in highly traveled areas immediately noticed an impact. I have had no operational issues. I would highly recommend!

Scott Dumas

Chief of Police

Rowley Police Department, MA

We have been a customer of Elan City since 2017 and purchased 8 solar stationary speed signs since and we are extremely happy with the service we received from first placing the order to delivery. Elan City makes this process very easy, and the communication and customer support is by far the best. I would highly recommend using Elan City …

James Walters

Little Ferry Police Department

Little Ferry, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions from Police Departments to Our Sales Team

How do I collect data with my radar speed sign and what data is collected?

Data is gathered by the radar speed sign through USB, Bluetooth, or 3G/4G connections, with the ability to transfer the data to a computer for analysis.

Your radar speed display logs average and maximum speeds, as well as vehicle counts for traffic in both directions. This makes it possible to assess the behavior of drivers both approaching the sign and moving away from it.

Are there any additional fees besides the radar? Is the app included?

There are no additional fees with the purchase of your radar speed sign and no special technician is needed. Our speed indicator devices are designed for easy installation by the police department itself, at no extra charge.

As for the dedicated smartphone app, it is included for free – offering easy ways to view the data and manage your speed radar sign remotely!

How do I install my radar speed sign?

Installing your radar speed sign doesn’t require any technical expertise. The tech team at Elan City will guide you on how to work the product into your existing setups.

What is the best location to install my radar speed display?

Ideal placement of speed cameras: Set up your speed camera in areas considered high-risk due to the high number of car accidents and speeding complaints from local residents or businesses.

Guidelines for safe and recommended installation:

Mount the radar on the right side of the road, facing incoming traffic. Be sure to align it to be as perpendicular as possible to the direction of the road.

Install the radar speed sign at a height of at least 7 feet to keep pedestrian pathways clear.

Key metrics for installation:

For optimal results, install the radar on a straight stretch of road that is at least 700 feet long to ensure visibility by drivers well in advance. The radar’s Doppler antenna can detect incoming vehicles from as far as 1000 feet away.
The speed display refreshes every 1.1 seconds, ensuring virtually real-time feedback for drivers.

What are the power sources? Which one should I choose?

Our data shows that 80% of local authorities who have installed a radar speed sign prefer the solar option for its convenience and energy efficiency.

Power source options:

Solar Connection: The radar speed sign is self-sufficient, with two batteries and a 95-watt solar panel ensuring year-round power.

Electric: The radar speed display can be powered by a steady electric current or connected to the public lighting network, with a minimum requirement of five hours of charging per night.

Hybrid Power: This option employs both solar and electric sources of power. It defaults to electric power if solar energy is insufficient due to a lack of sunlight – or conversely, to solar power if the source of electricity proves unstable.

Batteries: Equipped with two batteries and an external charger, the system offers between 7 to 10 days of operational autonomy.