Flowell is an interactive and dynamic light-emitting road marking system that enhances the awareness of both drivers and pedestrians. Light-emitting road markings improve safety by delivering the right signal to the right user at the right time. Flowell operates 24/7, significantly enhancing visibility during nighttime and overcast conditions. Flowell panels are equally visible during the day when activated, resulting in high effectiveness and impact on drivers, leading to better compliance with priority rules signage, increased awareness, and a reduction in risky behavior.
Flowell slabs are activated by sensors (presence, speed, etc.). Flowell is designed to operate ONLY WHEN NECESSARY (user-activated) and delivers the right signal at the right time to the right user.
YES. Approximately 30 Flowell projects have undergone thorough monitoring with traffic surveys to measure how Flowell affects user behavior. These independent surveys, validated by French authorities, consistently demonstrate user benefits.
Flowell is not just a new product; it represents a new concept of a traffic signal. It combines characteristics of road markings (placed horizontally) and traffic signals (high visibility). This "dynamic interactive" road marking concept did not exist before Flowell.
NO. RGB LEDs are not used currently due to their relatively low luminance, making them less visible during daytime. Additionally, road safety applications primarily use white/yellow or red.
White (Neutral), optionally warm or cold white, Red, Green, Blue.
White panels: 370W per square meter; Logos: 380W; Red/green/blue panels: 170W per square meter. Note: These figures represent daytime consumption at maximum brightness. Nighttime consumption is almost divided by 20. Flowell is designed to illuminate on demand for a few seconds only. Therefore, the overall consumption is very low.
YES. Flowell can withstand traffic up to 13 tons per axle (HGV).
YES. The flashing frequency is adjustable.
YES. Flowell is certified IPX8 – IPX9 (immersion).
Flowell can come in a white reflective finish; the Dark Version isn't reflective.
YES, but some design and tooling costs apply. Designing a custom symbol is recommended for a minimum of 50 units.
The projected lifespan is 10 years under medium urban traffic (5000 vehicles/day inc. 5% trucks). In private areas or "soft traffic" zones, a longer lifespan is expected.
As of March 2024 Flowell projects have been implemented in France, Japan, USA, England, Netherlands, Canada, Finland, Australia… stay tuned!
The Flowell slabs are produced in France.
Flowell has been tested up to 1 million rollovers with a 13-ton axle load, equivalent to a 40-ton truck.
Flowell has been tested up to 1 million rollovers with a 13-ton axle load, equivalent to a 40-ton truck.
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NO. Flowell slabs are operated via a controller and a light sensor that adjusts their luminosity in real time. In case of a light sensor defect, the system will automatically reduce luminosity to night conditions (6% of the maximal brightness).
NO. Skid resistance is over 0.45 (Pendulum Test) after 2 million rollovers.
YES. The speed of wear is challenging to determine and is closely related to traffic severity. We estimate that a resurfacing might be needed after 4 million rollovers.
The resistance to road traffic has been validated with accelerated aging, fatigue, rutting with traffic simulators, and life-size projects with traffic exceeding 15,000 vehicles per day (inc. 5 to 10% trucks/buses).
Yes if the panels are recess-mounted.
Unfortunately we can’t guarantee this.
It is technically possible to use another type of sensor if it makes sense for your application. Contact us for recommendations.
The Flowell Controller will activate the Flowell slabs when receiving a dry contact. Any sensor (or button) that sends such a signal can technically activate the system.
YES.
It is possible. However, for road safety application this isn’t recommended, as the impact of the dynamic effect is lost.
The Flowell Controller Cabinet must be plugged into the grid (110VAC or 230VAC).
The Flowell Controller Cabinet must be plugged into the grid (110VAC or 230VAC).
This option could be considered only if Flowell slabs are used only at night (much lower consumption).
The Flowell slabs are powered with a maximum of 48VDC.
Almost anywhere off the ground within 20 meters of both the speed radar and the speed symbol. The control cabinet is usually located on a pole or hung on a wall.
For a pedestrian crossing, we usually consider 10 seconds for an 8-meter-wide crossing. For a speed warning symbol, 5 seconds seem to be enough.
One day maximum. Two logos can be installed in one single day. This doesn’t include the works that may be required to bring the power supply to the controller cabinet location.
Three days maximum. This doesn’t include the works that may be required to bring the power supply to the controller cabinet location.
Two people for a speed logo, three for a pedestrian crossing.
We don’t recommend the use of an adhesive other than the one provided in our packs. The use of another adhesive will void the warranty. Our glue is included in the package.
NO. Flowell must be installed on a good condition asphalt or concrete. Criteria such as flatness, roughness apply.
We don’t recommend it. Using an approved installer is recommended. Warranty will be voided.
NO, but removing a sufficient piece of this pavement and creating a concrete slab instead is a consistent option.
Speeds exceeding 30mph.
Water/Soap or similar. High-Pressure water is okay.
Visual inspection (joints, friction varnish) and electrical inspection.
NO. A Flowell slab can’t be repaired and must be replaced.
A Flowell slab can’t be repaired. If one
