As infrastructure modernizes, the demand for precise, actionable data has never been greater. Infrastructure management faces challenges ranging from aging systems to increased urbanization and the impacts of climate change. Enter Digiflec. Digiflec’s mission is to improve asset management, create safer roads, and build smarter cities. The company is doing just that by harnessing the power of Seyond’s three-dimensional LiDAR data.
In collaboration with Seyond, Digiflec is transforming how data is collected, analyzed, and applied to advance urban sustainability and resilience.
We speak with Digiflec’s founder and director, Steven Gillan, to learn more.
Q: How does Digilec leverage Seyond’s LiDAR technology to enhance safety and infrastructure monitoring?
Steven Gillan: One standout collaboration is the Tay Road Bridge in Dundee, Scotland, a vital artery for local transportation. Digiflec has deployed Seyond’s Falcon K LiDAR on the Tay Bridge to enhance road safety and infrastructure resilience. The Falcon K monitors traffic flow, detects incidents like wrong way driving or stopped vehicles, and identifies unauthorized road users, such as pedestrians and cyclists.
We chose the Falcon K for its impressive range and resolution and the capability of focusing its field of vision precisely where it’s most needed, delivering the critical insights and real-time alerts required to keep traffic running smoothly.
- What unique features of Seyond’s LiDAR align with the needs of Digiflec’s customers?
Steven Gillan: Seyond has listened to integrators and understands their requirements. By doing so, Seyond has delivered both the high-fidelity, long range Falcon K and the Robin W, which has an ultra-wide field of view. By incorporating Seyond’s products, Digiflec’s customers can expect competitive pricing and excellent output data from high-quality sensors.
Digiflec’s customers demand high reliability, and Seyond’s sensors deliver automotive-grade durability and a high mean time to failure (MTTF) rate. This ensures uninterrupted operation for the lifetime of Digiflec’s projects. Because Seyond’s sensors have a high MTTF, Digiflec can offer our customers reliable service and peace of mind.
Another game-changing feature is the region of interest function, which allows the LiDAR to focus on the most relevant areas, offering precise and meaningful data while optimizing performance for specific use cases.
- What role does Seyond’s technology play in enhancing the efficiency of Digiflec’s solutions?
Steven Gillan: Seyond doesn’t just provide hardware—it offers comprehensive support. From field application engineers who fine-tune sensor parameters to extended warranties and rapid technical assistance, Seyond ensures Digiflec’s projects are both efficient and scalable.
This partnership enables Digiflec to tackle large-scale projects confidently, knowing that the sensors they deploy are tailored to their unique needs and backed by world-class support.
- Can you share any success stories or case studies where Seyond’s products have significantly advanced Digiflec’s projects?
Steven Gillan: As mentioned, the Falcon K LiDAR has been a game-changer for the Tay Road Bridge project. By monitoring major roadways and adjacent travel routes, Digiflec has been able to detect large vehicles at range and identify prohibited users like cyclists and pedestrians. These insights add significant value to Digiflec’s projects, helping improve both safety and efficiency. Read the case study: Tay Road Bridge, Enhancing Operations with CiiM.
- Q. What are the benefits of directional lidar, like Seyond’s Falcon K or Robin W?
Steven Gillian: We often come across projects where 360-degree LiDAR data is not required. The directional sensors are suited to these use cases because they provide increased range and resolution focused on the region of interest. They deliver high-quality, relevant data at competitive price points.
- How do you see the partnership between Seyond and Digiflec evolving? What are the next steps?
Steven Gillan: As the partnership evolves, Digiflec plans to continue leveraging Seyond’s cutting-edge technology, particularly in traffic intersection and highway applications where their Seyond ITS Management Platform (SIMPL) shines. SIMPL uses advanced LiDAR technology and artificial intelligence to manage traffic, improve safety, optimize tolling, and plan for infrastructure maintenance.
This collaboration will empower Digiflec to explore new markets, maintain high service standards, and deliver smarter infrastructure solutions to its growing customer base.
With Seyond as a trusted partner, Digiflec is well-positioned to shape the future of intelligent infrastructure, creating safer, more resilient, and smarter cities for all.
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