Durite, specialising in transport safety, lighting and auto electrical parts for commercial vehicles, will unveil two of its latest technologies at this year’s FORS Annual Conference 2025, on 23rd October at the International Convention Centre (ICC), Birmingham.
Durite said the products reflect its commitment to advancing safety solutions for the transport sector.
This year’s FORS Conference, themed ‘Future Focus: Equipping Fleets for Tomorrow’, is expected to bring together around 500 road transport professionals to explore industry trends, including fleet safety innovations, compliance updates, and operational efficiency.
Approximately 1,800 bridge strikes occur annually in the UK, costing taxpayers an estimated £23m per year and causing hours of delays.
In addition, fleet operators, drivers, and their insurance providers may be held liable for bridge repair costs, road closures, and rail service disruptions.
To help prevent these incidents, Durite’s low bridge detection system uses AI-powered camera technology to detect and alert drivers of high vehicles approaching low bridges, up to 200 metres ahead, while also reading and interpreting safety height signage.
High-accuracy 10Hz GPS, paired with the UK low bridge database, provides precise location-based alerts.
By factoring in vehicle, trailer, and cargo heights, the system is designed to deliver accurate warnings via Durite’s connected R-Watch display.
The system is compatible with the company’s range of vehicle safety camera equipment.
Meanwhile, the HINVII™ warning lamp combines industry-standard, traditional amber LED strobing with high-intensity non-visible illumination to improve visibility of hi-vis clothing, signs, cones, and machinery in low-light or poor weather conditions.
Multi-programmable flash patterns operate on 12/24V systems, while the IP67/IP69K-rated design aims to ensure reliable performance in demanding environments, including high traffic areas, roadside incidents, and industrial sites.
Furthermore, the warning lamp was designed to enhance safety without creating distracting glare, which Durite said is useful for sectors such as waste management, construction, highway maintenance, logistics, and utilities.
John Nobbs, UK sales manager at Durite, said: “The theme of this year’s FORS conference, ‘Future Focus’, perfectly reflects our mission to innovate for safety.
“Our new AI low bridge detection system and HINVII™ warning lamp are good examples of how we are equipping road transporters and vehicle operators across multiple industries with smarter, safer technology.”
Durite will be co-exhibiting on Stand 29 with Fleet Sense, an independent transport consultancy in partnership with industry leaders including Webfleet Solutions, Eurora, and FleetCheck.
Nobbs added: “Working alongside Fleet Sense further allows us to offer operators expert consultancy and tailored guidance to optimise fleet safety, improve efficiency, reduce risks and enhance compliance.”
