In an era where data collection is crucial for optimising spaces and understanding visitor numbers, the need for privacy-preserving technologies is more important than ever. While camera-based sensors have traditionally been favoured for advanced people counting, overhead time-of-flight (ToF) counters are emerging as a superior alternative. These sensors offer robust data collection while significantly enhancing privacy and security.
Camera-based systems, despite their high accuracy and detailed analytics, often raise concerns about individual surveillance. This can create unease among individuals and increase the challenge of complying with privacy regulations, such as GDPR.
Our Overhead ToF People Counters operate similarly to thermal people counters but rely on a fundamentally different principle than camera-based systems. Rather than capturing visual images, they use near-infrared light reflection to create low-resolution "heat maps" that detect the presence and movement of individuals without recording any identifiable features or personal characteristics.