Silverlink roundabout traffic lights
Drivers will soon benefit from a new intelligent traffic light system at Silverlink roundabout. This work was due to be completed before Christmas, but had to be postponed.
The MOVA (Microprocessor Optimised Vehicle Actuation) traffic light system, which uses electronic sensors to adjust signal timings in response to changing traffic flows, has been installed at Silverlink roundabout to smooth traffic flows and ease peak time congestion. All that is required now is to transfer from the old control system to the new one.
This work will now take place from Wednesday to Friday morning this week. During this period the traffic lights will need to be switched off completely and traffic will be required to observe normal give way convention at the roundabout.
Highways Agency project manager John Sheerin said:
“This is a key roundabout with heavy traffic flows, particularly at peak times. The new traffic lights automatically adjust signal timings to regulate and maximise traffic flows through the junction.
“The only way of upgrading to the new MOVA system is to disconnect the power to the traffic lights. In order to warn motorists we will be placing ‘signals not in use signs’ on the approaches to the roundabout and temporary ‘give way’ signs at the roundabout.
“Drivers should take care and follow the roadmarkings on the roundabout as they will allow drivers to negotiate the roundabout safely.”
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