SAN JOSE, Calif. and POMPANO BEACH, Fla. – 3D LiDAR solutions provider Quanergy Solutions, Inc. has solidified a strategic partnership with movable bridges operator and maintainer Florida Drawbridges, Inc. (FDI) with a seven-figure contract.
This collaboration “marks a significant milestone in the integration of Quanergy’s cutting-edge 3D LiDAR technology into FDI’s bridge monitoring systems, aimed at enhancing safety, reducing accidents, and streamlining operations,” according to the joint announcement.
More than 10 FDI-monitored bridges have been equipped with Quanergy’s 3D LiDAR technology with further installations planned in the near future, the announcement says.
Enhancing Safety with LiDAR Technology
The integration of Quanergy’s LiDAR sensors will provide real-time 3D monitoring of bridge environments, offering several safety benefits:
- Accurate Object Detection: 3D LiDAR’s high-resolution scanning capabilities enable precise detection of vehicles and pedestrians on or near the bridge, ensuring timely alerts for potential hazards.
- Improved Situational Awareness: Continuous 360-degree monitoring allows for comprehensive awareness of the bridge surroundings, aiding in real time decision-making for bridge operators.
- Reduced False Alarms: Advanced perception software minimizes false alarms, ensuring that operators are alerted only to genuine safety concerns.
Commitment to Public Safety
This collaboration “underscores both companies’ dedication to public safety,” according to the joint announcement. By leveraging Quanergy’s LiDAR technology, FDI “aims to enhance its bridge operation protocols, thereby reducing the risk of accidents and fatalities,” the announcement says.
“We chose Quanergy’s 3D LiDAR solution for the movable bridges that FDI manages because of its unmatched accuracy in detecting pedestrians, even in complex environments,” says Daniel Porter, president of Florida Drawbridges, Inc., in the joint announcement.
“The Q-Track LR sensors and QORTEX perception software provided flawless coverage, significantly reducing the risk of accidents. Quanergy’s ability to integrate with existing FDI solutions and minimize false alarms made it the ideal choice for this critical safety application,” he says.
“We’re thrilled to partner with the Florida Drawbridges Inc. (FDI) team on this critical initiative,” says Adam Andres, global vice president of sales for Quanergy, in the announcement. “This collaboration marks a significant advancement in enhancing public safety and operational efficiency on moveable bridges.
“We look forward to ongoing work with FDI’s exceptional team to deploy this cutting-edge technology at additional sites across the country,” he says.
