Välkky
Read moreDecrease crosswalk accidents by 20%
Välkky Product Launch
Even if cross-walk is the safest spot to cross the street, 45% of pedestrian accidents happen on the cross-walk. There are about 60 annual pedestrian accidents on the cross-walk in Finland (Source: Liikenneturva statistics 2009).
Välkky is an active and intelligent product, which lowers driving speeds. It is installed on traffic signs on both sides of the street. When a pedestrian or bicyclist enters the motion detection area , Välkky starts blinking blue and white light towards the oncoming traffic. This will raise the attention level of the driver and cause him to lower the speed.
Välkky can increase the safety in other areas like bus stops, pedestrian tunnels and pedestrian crossings.
According to Destia study, Välkky lowers the speed on average 4-5%, which lowers the accident rate. 5% lower speed reduces fatal accidents by 20% (Andersson & Nillsson 1997).
Havainne Oy's CEO Timo Teimonen explains, "Välkky has been developed in close cooperation with leading traffic safety and ICT experts as well as government officials. Välkky's key innovation is the combination of radio technology, intelligent sensors and optimized use of LEDs. The final product has been designed and optimized with behavioral scientists. Välkky is easy to install and maintain, and it complies with traffic legislation and government regulations."
Välkky offers cities and municipalities an effective and flexible alternative to improving pedestrian traffic safety.