EPTC modernizes urban management with Imply® Mobile VMS

Celebrating 28 years of operation, the Public Transport and Circulation Company of Porto Alegre (EPTC) is taking a leap forward in technology for urban traffic management. The project developed by Imply® presents an urban version of Mobile Variable Message Signs (VMS). It is a practical, versatile, and technological electronic traffic panel that provides high safety and efficiency by displaying clear and precise real-time information to drivers. Designed with operational practicality in mind, the equipment is built on a trailer structure, allowing quick transport to the required location and ensuring efficient signaling.

The mayor of Porto Alegre, Sebastião Melo, highlighted the importance of effective communication through the panels. “Our goal is always to pursue safer traffic, and fast, clear communication is essential for that. With the Panels, we will be able to indicate traffic problems and the best alternatives for drivers. This will also help reduce congestion during events, construction works, and demonstrations.”

EPTC’s CEO, Pedro Bisch Neto, emphasized the important role of the equipment in optimizing management. “The integration of the new Panels strengthens EPTC’s response capacity in operational and emergency situations, expanding communication efficiency with drivers and improving traffic management in the city. The proposal is to use technology in urban infrastructure to organize vehicle flow, make circulation safer, and keep drivers better informed.”

Efficiency, safety, and intelligence for traffic management

Designed to meet temporary or emergency traffic demands, the Mobile VMS stands out for its versatility, allowing rapid deployment in locations requiring immediate attention. The equipment features a lifting mechanism and 360-degree rotation to optimally direct messages to drivers, increasing visibility and effectiveness.

They are ideal for communicating traffic conditions, emergencies, speed reduction warnings, weather alerts, guidance messages, accident and incident alerts, roadworks, road and tunnel closures, risk areas, alternative routes, educational messages, public service announcements, tourist information, and much more.

With cutting-edge technology, the Mobile VMS directly contributes to road safety and can help reduce accidents by up to 80% in the areas where it is deployed, through clear and objective communication with drivers.

Mobility with intelligence and connectivity

One of the solution’s key differentiators is its management platform via App and Web, which allows easy and intuitive remote monitoring and control. The technology enables:

• Scheduling and real-time message updates
• Monitoring of status, consumption, and battery
• GPS location with map visualization
• Integrated management of panels in different locations

This structure ensures greater operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making, aligning with the demands of smart cities and modern highways.

Autonomy and sustainability

Designed to operate independently, the equipment offers more than 100 hours of uninterrupted autonomy, powered by solar energy and batteries.

Essential technology for safer cities

By combining innovation, connectivity, and robustness, the Mobile VMS reinforces Imply®’s commitment to developing technologies that make traffic safer, more efficient, and smarter. The solution positions itself as a strategic tool for concessionaires, public agencies, and mobility operators seeking to elevate the level of management and communication on roadways. Visit https://imply.com/engb/panels/tms-trailer-message-sign/ to learn more.