TPS Traffic and Parking Systems is a leading provider of high-tech occupancy counting sensors across Australia. We have installed our cutting-edge equipment, the TPS V04 People Counter Sensor, in some of Australia's largest retail, commercial, and university premises.
Use people and occupancy counters to record accurate data and identify trends that drive growth. Our service is tailored to meet your needs, giving you valuable insights into the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of your business.
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What is an Occupancy Counting Sensor?
An occupancy counting sensor in each piece of hardware that detects and records the people in a certain space. It is used to track the flow of occupants within an area, helping you identify busy sites and underutilised areas.
Occupancy sensors typically use thermal imaging technology to accurately record the people who enter and exit specific locations. TPS equipment offers more than 99% accuracy, giving you clear and essential information that you can use to drive business growth.
What Are Occupancy Counting Sensors Used For?
Occupancy counting technology has long been one of the strongest marketing tools available to retailers. The increased accuracy and ability to analyse minute increments, all from a cloud-based reporting server, now make people counting essential for any serious retail or commercial business.
Here’s what you can do with an occupancy counting sensor:
- Measure Increases in Customer Traffic
- Measure Sales Conversion Rates
- Plan Staff Hours Based on Hourly and Daily Trends
- Energy Conservation
- Space Management
Who Uses Occupancy Counting Sensors?
Any business that needs to monitor the flow of people or the popularity of certain areas should use an occupancy counting sensor.
For example, educational institutions like schools and universities can improve space management practices by collecting valuable data from lecture hall attendance. This information can then inform and potentially save on new building developments.
Occupancy counters can be used for:
- Retail Stores
- Shopping Centers
- Leisure Centers
- Hotels
- Casinos
- Schools & Universities
- Stadiums & Event Spaces
- Office Buildings
Occupancy Sensors for Universities
Space and facilities management is a core part of every university and higher education facility. A lack of proper planning and management of space within a university can lead to billions of dollars in wastage. Using an occupancy counting sensor, you can:
- Save thousands in energy expenditure (lighting, cooling, etc.)
- Save millions in unnecessary space expenditure
- Minimise over-usage of certain facilities
- Ensure optimal teaching space conditions for staff and students
Proper university space management is impossible without occupancy counting sensors. These help you save billions in energy and development costs over the long term.
Find out more about our space management solutions for universities here.
Innovations in Occupancy Sensors: Turn Your Premises into a “Smart” Building
Smart buildings leverage technologies to increase the capabilities and automations of certain aspects of the building itself.
One such technology is infrared detection, which measures how a building’s occupants use their environment. Infrared technology is well proven and has been used in many applications, from night vision in defence and security systems to planned maintenance and energy surveys.
Infrared occupancy sensors are now being applied to commercial buildings in order to:
- Reduce the cost of space requirements and optimise building usage
- Identify and predict usage, then manage energy demand to suit
- Introduce evacuation monitoring
- Increase cleaning and hygiene standards
What are the Different Types of Occupancy Counting Sensors?
There are several types of occupancy counting sensor technologies, including:
- Thermal Sensors
- Passive Infrared (PIR)
- Break-Beam
- RFID and WiFi
- Time-of-Flight
TPS works closely with you to identify which type of occupancy sensor best suits your needs. These technologies vary in price and capability, but all offer hyper-accurate data readings and easy installation.
Occupancy Counting Sensors from TPS - The V04 Series
The TPS V04 Sensor and TPS V04 Node are people counting sensor devices with imaging, optics, sensors, signal processing, and interfacing electronics all contained within a molded plastic housing. The unit is installed on the ceiling in a downward facing direction. It detects the heat emitted by people passing underneath as infrared radiation collected through a germanium lens with a 60° field of view.
Each TPS V04 IP Master occupancy counter can be used as a single counting node connected directly to an Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN). Additionally, the IP can connect to up to eight additional TPS V04 Node people counters to cover a wide entrance, appearing to the user system as a single counter unit with a wide ‘footprint’. Only one IP address is required per people counter unit.
Data output and counter configuration are handled via the IP connection. This allows true remote configuration and data integration via IP. Firmware upgrades to the occupancy sensor may also be available periodically; these can be done remotely via IP.
Configuration can alternatively be performed via direct serial connection to the master counter using the TPS Accessory serial cable. A serial to USB converter is also included for other inputs to the people-counting sensors.
IP Interface Specification
Standard RJ45 sockets are provided on the rear of the unit for a structured cable (CAT5) connection. Power can be supplied over CAT5 with the TPS Power Injector accessory or directly to the power terminals on the people counter unit base. Power over Ethernet (PoE) is now also supported.
Get Reliable Occupancy Counters with TPS
TPS provides cutting-edge occupancy sensors for all your people-counting needs. With our help, you can monitor your spaces and optimise your business to drive future success. Get in touch today to find out how our occupancy counting sensors can benefit you and your premises.
We supply and install the TPS people counting system into all major cities - Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Townsville, Rockhampton, Cairns, Darwin, Tasmania, Hobart, Launceston
FAQs
How Does an Occupancy Sensor Work?
Occupancy counting sensors use thermal imaging, infrared, and WiFi to track people who enter and exit a certain area. The data is recorded without any personally identifiable details, then sent to your system remotely. You’ll then be able to see exactly how many people use your space.
How Do You Monitor Occupancy?
Tracking the occupancy of a space can help you understand how to optimise it for your visitors and business. The best way to monitor occupancy is to use an occupancy counting sensor, a device that uses thermal imaging and infrared cameras to track movement and record the volume of people in a given space across a certain time period.
How Do I Choose the Best Occupancy Counting Sensor for Me?
There are several different occupancy sensors to choose from. TPS can identify your needs and recommend the most suitable device for your premises. For example, if you want to guarantee accuracy and quality of results, our V04 sensors are an excellent choice for all types of businesses.
