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Radarsign: Reinforcing Driver Behaviour to Curb Speeding

Charlie Robeson, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, RadarsignCharlie Robeson, Co-Founder & Managing Partner
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an increase in the average speed of a vehicle is directly related both to the likelihood of an accident occurring and to the severity of the consequences of the accident. Speeding renders a driver unable to avoid collisions with other vehicles and pedestrians. Keeping roads safe for the protection of people and property is one of the many duties of law enforcement. However, the challenges of insufficient manpower and budgeting render law enforcement officers unable to be present everywhere and everyday to ensure road safety. Also, conventional traffic-calming solutions are overpriced and unreliable such as radar trailers with high power and space requirements. The drive to resolve such challenges and empower law enforcement agencies to fortify pedestrian safety lead to the inception of Radarsign in 2004 by Ken Bass, Barry Ward, and Charlie Robeson. Radarsign has developed radar speed signs in a more attractive, reliable, and affordable design that reinforces speed limit awareness by alerting drivers of excessive speeds, thereby acting as an extra officer, round the clock. In addition to law enforcement agencies, Radarsign’s products are deployed by municipalities, educational and corporate campuses, treasured national parks, neighborhoods, military bases, and government entities, as well. “We have signs in all 50 states and Canada, and U.S. military bases overseas,” states Charlie Robeson, the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Radarsign.

The company’s radar speed signs are based on the scientific theory of feedback loop, which states that if the people are provided with the information about their action in real time and given an opportunity to change those actions, there will be positive behavior reinforcement. The radar speed signs alert the speeding drivers by flashing their speed, thereby motivating them to decelerate. Radarsign’s radar speed signs are Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)-compliant, weather, vandal, and bullet-resistant, shock-absorbent, and engineered to endure the toughest environmental conditions.

“Radarsign has set a benchmark in the industry by developing the first armored radar speed sign scientifically proven to reduce driver speeds,” remarks Robeson.

The company’s StreetSmart Traffic Data Reporting software generates more than 30 charts and graphs to help report, organize, and analyze the traffic data gathered from the radar speed signs. This allows different locations to be profiled according to attributes such as the extent of the danger they pose for pedestrians, and the enforcements required in those locations. This enables police and sheriff’s departments to intelligently deploy limited police staff for enforcement. In contrast to a Swiss Army knife approach to problem-solving used by some of its competitors, Radarsign’s focused approach precisely and fruitfully addresses pedestrian safety. Also, the company’s signs are Wi-Fi enabled, with WPA2 encrypted security and password protection. The signs can be programmed and updated from most web enabled devices with a connection range of upto 300 feet from the sign. The Wi-Fi capabilities provide ten times the speed and range of Bluetooth.


Radarsign has set a benchmark in the industry by developing the first armored radar speed sign scientifically proven to reduce driver speeds


Radarsign has helped the police department in Camden, Arkansas to undertake an awareness initiative to educate the people of the town about the importance of avoiding speeding. A TC400 sign was deployed at different locations within the town where it collected traffic statistics and generated detailed reports to analyze the data. The reports when shared online by the police chief proved revelatory for the citizens and played an integral role in the success of the campaign to spread awareness about the dangers of speeding.

In the next three to four months, Radarsign intends to design and launch new products specifically for markets where they observe the need. Driven to deliver customer safety and satisfaction, “Radarsign toils wholeheartedly to exceed customer expectations in terms of service,” concludes Robeson.

Deep Dive

Designing Citywide Traffic Calming That Delivers Measurable Results

Public agencies responsible for roadway safety are under increasing pressure to demonstrate measurable reductions in speeding while operating within procurement limits, staffing constraints and tighter compliance oversight. Radar speed sign programs that once relied on isolated installations are now expected to function as coordinated infrastructure. Municipal leaders have learned that a single device on a single corridor cannot provide a complete picture of behavioral change across a community. Sustainable safety improvement depends on systems that remain visible, collect consistent data and reinforce driver awareness across multiple locations over time. Three realities now shape executive evaluation of radar speed sign programs. Continuous physical performance is non-negotiable. Devices can be exposed to crashes, vandalism and extreme weather but must remain functional or the behavioral gains disappear the moment the display goes dark. Long service life, protection of core components and resistance to environmental stress directly influence whether a deployment produces lasting change or short-term impact. Regulatory alignment carries equal weight. Traffic calming equipment must meet current federal and state guidance, and updates to standards can alter sign dimensions, placement rules and roadway classifications. Agencies cannot afford inventory that lags compliance cycles or requires retrofits after installation. Equipment designed around evolving standards, supported by documented certifications and engineered to meet updated roadway types without delay reduces procurement risk and protects public accountability. The third factor is system visibility. Speed management increasingly spans school zones, arterials, neighborhood corridors and industrial campuses. Executives need aggregated performance data, not anecdotal impressions. Coordinated networks that allow comparison across locations help agencies assess where speed reduction holds and where intervention must be adjusted. Centralized management also reduces staff burden by limiting the need for manual enforcement in every problem corridor. Radarsign aligns closely with these expectations. Its founding premise treated physical endurance as integral to behavioral effectiveness rather than an accessory feature. The armored radar speed sign design incorporates a protective aluminum bash plate shielding LEDs, radar components and display systems from impact damage. The objective is straightforward: preserve function so that speed awareness remains uninterrupted. Longevity has become part of its performance record, illustrated by early installations that continue operating decades later. Compliance leadership further distinguishes its approach. The company designs its products to meet established safety manufacturing standards and recently achieved full alignment with the latest federal roadway classifications across all roadway types. For agencies navigating updated national guidance, this removes uncertainty at the point of purchase. Product expansion reflects the broader shift toward integrated traffic calming. Beyond radar speed signs, it has introduced solar-powered warning devices, flashing beacons and radar-enabled pedestrian systems. These devices are designed to operate within a connected fleet, supported by a centralized cloud platform that allows agencies to monitor location, performance and comparative results across deployments. The emphasis remains on sustained function, solar efficiency that reduces maintenance dependency and coordinated data visibility. For executives responsible for radar speed sign investments, Radarsign represents a disciplined choice grounded in durability, full regulatory alignment and system-level management capability. Its armored hardware, compliance readiness and centralized fleet oversight support long-term speed reduction strategies rather than isolated device placement. In an environment where accountability, continuity and measurable community impact define success, it stands as a credible benchmark for agencies building comprehensive traffic calming infrastructure. ...Read more
Top 10 Law Enforcement Solution Companies - 2018

Company
Radarsign

Management
Charlie Robeson, Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Description
Radarsign is the manufacturer of the world’s first armored radar speed signs. Scientifically proven to reduce speeding, Radarsign products solve calming traffic problems without impacting the environment, roads, or driver comfort. All Radarsign products are MUTCD compliant, and they are designed and manufactured in the USA. The armored design was born out of a desire to build radar speed signs that were dependable, high-performing, and attractive. As a result, Radarsign’s distinctive driver feedback signs are Shock absorbent, vandal-resistant, hurricane-proof, blizzard-proof, and bullet resistant. It also holds the tag of being affordable, energy-efficient, and eco-friendly