Audible Cone Alert Systems, Inc.
Active Alert Safety System for Highway Construction and Work Zones
AudibleCone™ is an Active Alert Safety System designed for roadway construction and maintenance environments where workers operate near moving traffic and vehicle intrusion is a persistent operational hazard.
The system delivers audible and tactile (wearable device) active alerts when a deployed cone-mounted sensor is impacted, supporting worker awareness without altering existing traffic control plans.
AudibleCone™ is intended to augment established traffic control plans, PPE, training, and regulatory compliance frameworks. Responsibility for safety planning, deployment, and compliance remains with the deploying organization.
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The Risk in Active Work Zones
Highway construction and maintenance zones place workers in close proximity to live traffic and heavy equipment.
Even with signage, channelization devices, and trained personnel, workers may be focused on active tasks rather than approaching vehicles, particularly during lane shifts, transitions, or complex operational changes.
Intrusion events can occur despite established controls, including at lower speeds where distraction, limited visibility, or task focus may affect awareness.
When Attention and Compliance Break Down
Traditional work zone safety relies on driver compliance, visual channelization, and worker vigilance.
Factors such as distraction, fatigue, impaired driving, weather, and operational complexity may reduce the effectiveness of passive safety measures alone.
AudibleCone™ does not replace existing traffic control methods. It introduces an additional active alert layer that provides audible and tactile (wearable device) active alerts when a deployed cone-mounted sensor is impacted.
Typical Work Zone Applications
Lane Closures
Applicable during lane reductions and closures where vehicles pass in close proximity to active crews.
Tapers and Traffic Shifts
Applicable in transitional areas where driver behavior may be less predictable.
Night and Low-Visibility Operations
Applicable in conditions where lighting, weather, or glare may limit early visual detection.
Intended to Integrate With Existing Work Zone Setups
AudibleCone™ is designed to operate alongside traffic control devices and plans developed in accordance with applicable standards, including MUTCD guidance where relevant.
The system does not prescribe cone spacing, layout configurations, or traffic control methods, which vary by jurisdiction, contractor, and project requirements.
Deploying organizations retain full responsibility for establishing and maintaining compliant work zone configurations.
Deployment in Real-World Conditions
Work zones frequently evolve throughout the day as projects progress.
AudibleCone™ is designed to deploy using existing cones and equipment as site conditions change.
- Temporary or mobile work zones
- Short-duration maintenance activities
- High-noise environments
- Crews with limited lookout capacity
Why Teams Evaluate AudibleCone™ for Work Zones
- Adds an active alert layer without altering established plans
- Supports trained response to intrusion events
- Designed to integrate within existing safety measures
- Applicable across varying project scopes and durations
- Minimal disruption to daily operations
Enhancing Safety Through Alignment
AudibleCone™ is designed for use in environments governed by MUTCD guidance, FHWA safety principles, and research addressing vehicle intrusion risk in work zones.
The system is positioned as an augmenting technology and does not claim certification, endorsement, or regulatory approval unless explicitly stated.
Integrate an Active Alert Layer Into Your Existing Work Zone Framework
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