Tolliasutuste

Tolliasutuste is a specialized piece of equipment used in modern toll collection systems on highways and bridges. The device integrates a high‑resolution laser scanner with an adjustable physical barrier mechanism to ensure accurate vehicle identification and efficient traffic flow. Its primary function is to detect registered vehicle plates and, if necessary, moderate the passage of unregistered or improperly paying vehicles by deploying a short, retractable gate. Tolliasutuste replaces older manual toll booths and also competes with fully automated toll collection systems that rely solely on remote sensing.

The concept originated in the early 2000s when European transport authorities sought to reduce bottlenecks at toll points. The name combines the Finnish words for “toll” (tolli) and “instrument” or “device” (asutuste), reflecting its role as a hybrid tool that both measures and monitors vehicular compliance. Construction of the device uses lightweight aluminum and polycarbonate panels to reduce weight and improve energy efficiency while maintaining structural integrity. Sensors are embedded to monitor vibration and detect tampering, and a small electric motor drives the barrier).

A typical tolliasutuste includes a central command module that connects to toll‑management servers via a secure wireless link. Operators can adjust settings such as threshold speed, gate angle, and locking time from a remote control panel. The system has been installed on over 300 kilometers of toll roads in Scandinavia and Eastern Europe, and pilot projects in parts of Asia have demonstrated significant reductions in average waiting times and improvement in toll revenue collection.