Integrated Communication Control Systems

An integrated control system combines hardware and software to manage and coordinate multiple subsystems from a central platform. In traffic and transportation infrastructure, it oversees traffic signal timing, emergency vehicle preemption, beacon activation, and remote monitoring, allowing operators to make real-time decisions that improve safety and traffic flow across an entire network of intersections or zones.

An Integrated Communication Control System (ICCS) is a comprehensive platform that unifies communication, detection, and control technologies for traffic and public safety management. It typically includes emergency vehicle preemption, smart beacon systems, remote monitoring, and data analytics — all coordinated through a central supervisory platform like Applied Information's Glance® Smart City system to optimize traffic flow and emergency response.

Emergency vehicle preemption uses GPS and cellular signals from in-vehicle units to detect an approaching emergency vehicle and automatically clear intersections by providing a green light along the route. Systems like the Glance EVP use dual communication — cellular primary and 900MHz radio backup — to ensure reliable preemption even in areas with limited connectivity, reducing response times by up to 20%.

Yes. Systems like the Glance Emergency Vehicle Preemption hardware are designed to retrofit directly into existing traffic signal cabinets with self-locating capability, requiring no major infrastructure overhaul. School zone beacons and activated signs can similarly be added to existing signage poles with solar or AC power options, minimizing installation complexity and cost.

Integrated communication control systems utilize a combination of cellular networks, GPS with dead reckoning, 900MHz wireless radio, and USB-C configuration interfaces. This multi-technology approach ensures redundancy — if one channel fails, another maintains system operation. Wireless ranges can exceed 2,000 meters for beacon synchronization, supporting large-scale deployments across intersections, school zones, and highways.

Municipal transportation departments, Departments of Transportation, fire and EMS agencies, school districts, and smart city planners benefit most. These systems support emergency response coordination, school zone safety enforcement, pedestrian crosswalk protection, and highway hazard warnings. TCC serves state and local agencies, municipalities, and contractors across eleven Midwest states with these integrated solutions.