MULTI Nature

Applications

Since 1997, Eco-Counter has developed unique and innovative solutions to count pedestrians and cyclists. Although knowing the numbers is the end goal, the system we use depends on the site – counting pedestrians downtown is quite different from counting them on mountain trails. This is why we have created specific products for the diverse environments that our clients work in.

Expertise

Eco-Counter provides turn-key solutions for cyclist and pedestrian counting and data analysis. We offer a complete range of products and services to collect and analyze data, including high-quality counters, automatic and wireless data transmission, remote reading, and Eco-Visio, a professional online data analysis software, and in-depth exportable reports.

About Us

With operations in Brittany, Canada, the USA, Hong Kong and Germany, Eco-Counter is a company where everyone shares a vision and values: autonomy, trust and transparency! The company regularly wins awards for its quality of working life, and for the performance of its products, data analysis services and innovations.

Our commitment to the development of soft mobility and the protection of natural spaces motivates us to give the best of ourselves.

Resources

From Vancouver to New York, the Alps to New Zealand, our durable, battery-powered temporary and permanent counters are trusted around the world. Measuring pedestrian and cyclist flows throughout the world for more than 20 years have given us a true expertise.

Discover case studies, best-practice guides and technical studies from our work with leading bike and pedestrian organizations. Explore the latest monthly bike count trends by country with our interactive dashboard tracking the growth of cycling around the world.

In & Out

Ultra strong

No maintenance

IP68 Waterproof

The MULTI Nature is used to count and differentiate pedestrians, cyclists and horseback riders in order to help in the management and preservation of trails around the world. The Greenways MULTI is by the General Council of Morbihan (France), the Golden Gate National Park (USA), the Metropolitan Park of Santiago du Chili, l’île de la Réunion, the National Park of Bialowieza (Poland).

Overview

Eco-Counter’s MULTI system is an innovative and unique counting system that monitors and differentiates between pedestrians, cyclists, equestrians and ATVs. This system is typically installed permanently and is perfect for obtaining trends over time. The system allows for the analysis of data from multiple user types over consecutive days, weeks, months, seasons or years. This system combines the PYRO, passive infrared, sensor and the ZELT, inductive loop, sensor. An intelligent subsystem, the Smart Connect, analyses the signal from both sensors in order to count and classify each user. The MULTI system is optimized to count large groups of pedestrians, cyclists and other users with high accuracy making it ideal for high-volume multi-use paths.

Count and Classify Pedestrians and Cyclists

In Arlington, Virginia, fifteen MULTIs monitor pedestrians and cyclists on a network of trails. Cyclists volumes often peak during rush hour, suggesting a high rate of commuting cyclists. Pedestrian use is constant throughout the week and peaks during weekends, suggesting more recreational use of the network.

Designed For Paved and Unpaved Paths

The MULTI integrates two or more sensors into the system. The PYRO sensor is housed in a post at waist height, while the ZELT loop is installed under the surface of the trail. The ZELT pre-formed loop allows the loops to be deployed on unpaved paths. Installation is quick and straightforward. The pre-formed loop is installed 5 cm (2″) deep in the ground.

Count Horseback Riders and ATVs

The MULTI system can be expanded to count and classify horses and/or ATVs in addition to counting pedestrians and cyclists. To count horses, the system uses an additional PYRO sensor set at a height of 2.7 m (9′). The data from an expanded MULTI system gives a full picture of trail use for all user types and can help reduce user conflicts on the trail network.