Welcome to the Future of Vehicle Detection: Smarter, Safer Access with Radar Vehicle and Pedestrian Detection
Every boom gate configuration presents unique safety and access control challenges, and quiet often requires multiple devices to manage both effectively. Whether you need to enhance safety by detecting passing vehicles and pedestrians to prevent a descending boom gate, or enable free exit in a car park, modern radar detection technology provides a smarter, easy-to-install and cost-effective solution. In many cases, a single radar device can now deliver both safety and access control, simplifying your boom gate system while improving overall efficiency.
Whether you’re managing a commercial car park, industrial facility or high-traffic site, radar technology offers a smarter way to control access while improving safety for both vehicles and pedestrians.
Below we compare five cutting-edge radar detection systems our technical team has selected and tested to help you choose the perfect solution for your installation needs.
Rotech’s Featured Radar Detection Systems
RD6 Radar – Entry-Level Excellence
A compact K-Band microwave radar detector designed for straightforward boom gate applications up to 6 metres. Perfect for standard installations where budget and simplicity are priorities.
Ideal Applications: Safety only for Vehicle & Pedestrian detection only, no access control
EasyLoop D – Premium Innovation
Bircher’s 79 GHz Millimetre-radar with customizable detection zones and advanced mobile app configuration. A more sophisticated solution Bluetooth enabled with vehicle counting and tailgating prevention.
Ideal Applications: Combined safety and Access Control for both Vehicles & Pedestrians around any 3-6m boom gate.
EVOLOOP Radar – The Smart Alternative
An advanced FMCW radar with 140° field of view and three independent configurable virtual loops. The EVOLOOP is perfect for high pedestrian traffic zone near boom gates and where automation of access control is more complex at entry and exit (think pay station).
Ideal Applications: Safety and Access control for Pedestrians and Vehicles Multiple Detection zone (3) in Car Park or entry exit zones with high-density pedestrian and vehicle traffic
Ban30 Radar – Mid-Range Power
Operating at 122 GHz with FMCW technology, the Ban30 provides reliable detection up to 15 metres. This mid-range solution bridges the gap between standard and long-range detection needs for those gates over 6 meters.
Ideal Applications: Safety and Access control for Pedestrians and Vehicles around Extra-wide boom gates (over 6m)
Ban50 Radar – Long-Range Champion
The Ban50 delivers exceptional long-range detection up to 24 metres using 24 GHz FMCW technology. Designed for harsh outdoor environments and industrial applications requiring maximum detection distance where early detection is needed to trigger the gate.
Ideal Applications: Safety and Access control for Pedestrians and Vehicles in Industrial facilities, mining sites, large entry points, collision avoidance systems, long-distance barrier control
Why Choose Radar Detection over PE Beam or Induction Loop?
Reliability – Radar technology is immune to:
- Changing light conditions
- Weather conditions (rain, fog, snow) and Temperature extremes
- Ground surface changes
Flexibility
- Above-ground installation = No construction work required
- Suitable for ramps and all existing surfaces (dirt gravel asphalt…)
- Easy relocation if needed
Safety
- Detects both vehicles and pedestrians
- Prevents barrier contact with automatic gate reversal
- Consistent performance in all conditions
Cost-Effectiveness
- Lower installation costs
- Reduced maintenance
- Longer service life
| Feature | RD6 | EasyLoop D | EVOLOOP | Ban30 | Ban50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detection Range | Up to 6m | Up to 6m | Up to 7m | 6m to 15m | 2m to 24m |
| Safety Features | Automatic gate reversal, adjustable sensitivity | Tailgating prevention, power failure protection, bi-directional detection, anti-collision | Multi-zone protection (3 virtual loops), prevents barrier collisions | Detects moving & stationary objects, adjustable sensing field | Detects moving & stationary objects, collision avoidance, wide beam coverage (90° x 76°) |
| Power Requirements | 8-40VDC, 1A (min. 200mA) | 9-24VDC, Low power consumption | 12-30VDC ±10% / 12-24VAC ±10%, <3W | 10-30V DC | 12-30V DC |
| Object Identification | Vehicles and pedestrians | High-resolution vehicle/pedestrian differentiation with filtering | Vehicles and pedestrians, filtering options | Vehicles and pedestrians | Vehicles and large objects |
| IP Protection | IP67 | IP66 | IP65 | IP67 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | No | Yes - Professional mobile app (iOS/Android) | Yes - Mobile app configuration | No | No |
| Additional Features | LED indicators, multiple operating modes, button configuration | 45° angled mounting, vehicle counting, remote debugging, electronic dead zones | 3 independent virtual loops, visual configuration, installation reports | FMCW time-of-flight, DIP switch setup, immune to weather | DIP switch setup, window mounting capable, bipolar outputs |
| Budget | $ | $$ | $$$ | $$ | $$$$ |
Installation & Configuration Comparison
RD6 – Traditional Setup
- Manual button configuration
- LED status indicators
- Fixed mounting at 50-60cm height
- No special tools required
EasyLoop D – Premium App Control
- Professional mobile app (iOS/Android)
- Real-time adjustments with visualization
- One-click mode switching
- Remote debugging capability
- Firmware updates via app
EVOLOOP – App-Based Simplicity
- Bluetooth mobile app configuration
- Visual loop setup with real-time viewing
- Quick teach-in process with Installation reports
Ban30 – Rotech Pre-Configured
- Factory configuration available (measurement required at order)
- Optional pro kit for on-site configuration
- DIP switch adjustments
- Operating range: -40°C to +65°C
Ban50 – Industrial Strength
- DIP switch setup – no PC needed
- Can be mounted behind glass/plastic
- Response time: 30-50ms (configurable 30-600ms)
- Extreme temperature range: -40°C to +65°C
Environmental Performance
All systems operate reliably in rain, fog, snow, and are unaffected by light conditions or temperature extremes and offer subtle varying degrees of protection:
IP67 (RD6, Ban30, Ban50): Dust-tight and protected against immersion up to 1m depth
IP65 (EVOLOOP): Dust-tight and protected against water jet
IP66 (EasyLoop D): Dust-tight and protected against powerful water jets
Application Recommendations
| Application | Best Fit |
|---|---|
| Budget-Conscious Projects safety Only | RD6 – Safety only – Lowest upfront cost – Simple installation and configuration – Reliable performance for standard applications |
| Installations with Advanced Features both Safety and Free Exit | EasyLoop D – Highest resolution & accuracy (Pedestrians & Vehicles) – Vehicle counting and analytics – Advanced diagnostics and remote support – Tailgating prevention |
| Mid-Range Multi-Zone Installations | EVOLOOP – Three configurable virtual loops – Excellent value for features – Perfect for ticketing integration |
| Extended Range Requirements (6-15m) | Ban30 – Mid-range detection for wider gates – Industrial-grade construction – Pre-configuration available |
| Long-Range & Industrial Applications (up to 24m) | Ban50 – Maximum detection distance – Collision avoidance capability – Harsh environment performance |
Key Technology Explained
Detection Technologies:
K-Band Microwave (RD6): Simple, reliable microwave technology suitable for standard detection needs
FMCW Radar (EVOLOOP, Ban30, Ban50, EasyLoop D): Frequency-Modulated Continuous Wave technology provides superior accuracy, detecting both moving and stationary objects
79 GHz Millimetre-Wave (EasyLoop D): Highest resolution detection with advanced object differentiation capabilities
Upgrade your system with radar vehicle detection and achieve safer, smarter, and more efficient boom gate operation. Do not hesitate to contact us for tailored advice.
