Work on the first phase of line between Belapur and Pendhar for the much-awaited Navi Mumbai Metro Rail (NMMR) has begun. The work has been undertaken by the state-run planning agency CIDCO (City and Industrial Development Corporation). It has based its work on the detailed project report (DPR) prepared by Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). The first phase of 21.45 ...

Reflectorless type Total Station 822R from ACL Stanley is a high performance construction grade unit in a compact and easy-to-use design. It features a classic design with built-in programmes for versatility of operation in construction of roads, bridges and other infrastructure projects. The 882R is equipped with absolute encoders which provide high accuracy and reliability. There is no need to ...

Double Chain Delineator (BDS 175) from BD Industries is an innovative and aesthetically designed product suitable for use in malls, hotels, theatres and hazardous areas. This light weight delineator is made of high durability UV stabilised virgin premium grade polyethylene. The product has two slots which enable two plastic chains to pass through it. It has a built-in provision for ...

The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation (BMRC) will provide a high-speed metro rail link to the Bangalore International Airport. Commuters can board a metro train at any point in the city and then take a connecting metro train to the airport. The BMRC will be responsible for construction and maintenance of the high-speed metro link. This decision by the government replaces ...

Mumbai saw the launch of BMW’s new BMW 6 Series Coupe at the GQ Men of the Year Awards recently. Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President, BMW India announced on the occasion that the brand new car was being used by Hollywood actor Tom Cruise in his upcoming film Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol. Earlier this year, the new BMW 6 Series Coupe ...

Subscan is a hand-held metal detector manufactured by Subtronics (India) Pvt Ltd, especially for use in high security locations. It has a very simple user-friendly panel and a unique large detection coil, made using the latest digital technology, which makes the instrument highly sensitive. This compact device is able to detect a one rupee coin from a distance of 7cm. ...

KLiPR from Kritikal Solutions is a state-of-the-art number plate recognition system that enables real-time identification of vehicles by capturing and analysing a moving vehicle’s number plate using live camera feed. It is based on advanced pattern recognition, image processing and artificial intelligence techniques. The system uses Kritikal’s proprietary localisation and segmentation algorithms for detection, and an OCR engine for reading ...

Signage and Safety Devices from Protek Traffic Devices Pvt Ltd are smart, highly visible modular devices to help manage heavy vehicular traffic at malls and public areas. Some of the products in this category manufactured by Protek include LED batons, static and flashing signs with diversion and cheveron boards, flexible cones, flexible delineators, road studs, rumbler strips, wall guard, speed ...

Portable Variable Message Signs (PVMS) by Data Signs Pty Ltd, Australia can be used to make a real difference in road utilisation through on-the-spot driver education & coordination and in lowering the road toll. The PVMS is solar-powered and uses an on-board 12V maintenance-free battery array for night use. It can be deployed quickly and easily which is particularly useful ...

A new era for public transport Safak Hengirmen Tercan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Control Department, Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality, Gaziantep writes on how the lowest infrastructure in Turkey is opening a new era for modern transport modes. To make rail systems a viable and green option of public transport, the “recycling’’ of vehicles could be a cheap option, she ...