Kapsch TrafficCom has successfully completed acceptance testing for its traffic management system in Sweden as part of the ÖTS3 project, which aims to enhance nationwide traffic signal efficiency and reliability.
Following the successful completion of factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT), the project, which is being carried out in collaboration with the Swedish Transport Administration (Trafikverket), has reached a pivotal milestone, bringing Sweden closer to a state-of-the-art traffic signal management system.
The ÖTS3 project, designed to replace the previous ÖTS2 system, involves implementing Kapsch TrafficCom’s EcoTrafiX solution. This upgrade will enhance Trafikverket’s ability to control and monitor approximately 360 traffic signals nationwide, ensuring improved efficiency and reliability in traffic management.
By introducing EcoTrafiX, adapted to Nordic standards, the system ensures seamless integration with existing infrastructure while setting a new benchmark for efficiency and reliability in traffic signal control.
FAT and SAT are key milestones of the project, signifying that the technology provided by Kapsch TrafficCom is performing as intended. The FAT procedure covered a wide range of functionalities, including system checks, user management and the newly developed RSMP protocol, as well as system integration with Trafikverket’s National Transport Support System.
The SAT phase, meanwhile, confirmed the system’s functionality in real-world conditions and included several customer ad-hoc tests, requests, and performance evaluations.
The ÖTS3 initiative encompasses three main phases including delivery and testing, covering comprehensive project management, installation, commissioning, and integration with Trafikverket’s operational systems; implementation, covering system configuration and deployment across traffic signal facilities, ensuring operational readiness; and maintenance and support, including ongoing system operation, preventive maintenance, and technical support for a minimum of four years, with options for extensions.
This collaboration between Kapsch TrafficCom and Trafikverket represents a major step forward in traffic management innovation, positioning Sweden as a leader in utilizing technology to enhance transportation infrastructure, Kapsch noted.
