Industrial virtual signage: enhanced safety

In a warehouse or factory, pedestrians, forklifts, and trailers often share the same spaces. Floor markings that fade over time make this shared environment riskier. Practical solutions exist to improve visibility and reduce collisions, without requiring a complete reorganization of your facilities. Here's what you need to know.

Key takeaways

The coexistence of pedestrians, forklifts, and trailers creates a constant risk in industrial environments
Traditional floor markings wear out and lose visibility with repeated vehicle traffic
Laserglow virtual signaling technologies project illuminated markers that remain permanently visible
Distinct solutions exist for traffic aisles, forklift areas, and loading docks
An on-site evaluation helps identify the most suitable technologies for each facility

A shared environment with constant risks

In an environment where pedestrians, forklifts, and trailers operate at the same time, a moment of inattention is all it takes. Poorly defined crossing zones, low visibility, and blind spots are the most common factors in this type of accident.

This phenomenon is not uncommon. Each year, approximately 374 million workers worldwide suffer non-fatal workplace accidents, a figure that reminds us that industrial traffic prevention deserves constant attention, not just occasional focus. Clear and durable signage remains one of the most direct ways to reduce this risk at the source.

Une cohabitation qui comporte des risques constants

‍Virtualine and Safetycast: Signage that Never Fades

Floor paint always fades eventually. Virtual projectors Laserglow, however, create traffic lanes and safety zones that remain sharp at all times.

VIRTUALINE systems, available in MINI, SWITCH, FILL, EDGE, and DOTS versions, as well as SAFETYCAST projectors (80 Signalling Spotlight and 300 Spotlight), project lines, pictograms, and warnings directly onto the floor. Dimly lit, wet, dusty: no matter the conditions, the projections remain visible where traditional marking quickly loses effectiveness. And since nothing wears out on the floor, repainting-related maintenance costs significantly decrease.

Forkcast and Dockline: Securing High-Risk Areas

Areas around forklifts and loading docks require even more precise markings. These are areas where a single mistake can have serious consequences.

The FORKCAST series brings together several technologies (LINE, ARC, ARROW, SPOT, STOP, and MOVING LINE OF DOTS) that project light lines and warnings around forklifts to clearly define their safety zone. The DOCKLINE laser system, on the other hand, facilitates trailer alignment at loading docks and reduces imprecise maneuvers. Better demarcation of these zones directly helps prevent the type of accidents that CNESST regularly associates with poor management of pedestrian and forklift cohabitation.

Smarteye Detect, an additional detection layer

SMARTEYE DETECT complements signage with an intelligent detection layer that enhances visibility and movement management in mixed-traffic areas. This technology enhances virtual signage rather than replacing it, by offering additional monitoring where blind spots are most common.

How to assess your situation

Observed Situation	What It Indicates	Recommended Action
Faded or barely visible floor markings	Reduced effectiveness of safety markings	VIRTUALINE or SAFETYCAST projectors
Poorly defined forklift traffic lanes	High risk of collisions with pedestrians	FORKCAST Series
Difficulty aligning at loading docks	Inaccurate and repeated maneuvering	DOCKLINE system
Frequent blind spots in mixed-traffic areas	Insufficient movement detection	Add SMARTEYE DETECT

What to do now

Have you never had the traffic flow in your facilities assessed? An on-site visit remains the simplest starting point. A specialist can identify priority areas based on the actual layout of your warehouse or factory.

If measures are already in place but the markings are starting to fade, there's no need to wait for an incident to switch to permanent virtual signage. For sites where pedestrian-forklift cohabitation is particularly dense, combining several Laserglow technologies generally offers the best possible coverage.

Over 40 years of expertise

Prox-Secur Solutions leverages over 40 years of industrial safety experience to offer more than 750 certified solutions. Our specialists analyze your facilities, identify risks, and recommend the Laserglow technologies best suited to your needs, while ensuring your compliance with CNESST requirements.

Safer traffic flow, at your pace

Improving the safety of your aisles doesn't require a complete overhaul overnight. Well-placed virtual signage, combined with detection tailored to high-risk areas, is often enough to significantly reduce collisions.

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If you wish to assess your situation or explore Laserglow technologies suitable for your site, the Prox-Secur Solutions team can assist you with a proposal tailored to your facilities. Contact us at 1-800-353-7557 or via our online chat for fast, personalized assistance.

FAQ

How does virtual signage differ from traditional floor markings?

Paint wears away over time as vehicles pass over it. Laserglow projectors, on the other hand, create bright projected lines that remain visible at all times, even in low-light conditions, significantly reducing maintenance requirements.

Are FORKCAST technologies compatible with all types of forklifts?

Yes. LINE, ARC, ARROW, SPOT, STOP, and MOVING LINE OF DOTS technologies can be adapted to a wide variety of warehouse layouts. An on-site assessment helps determine the best combination for your traffic flow.

Can DOCKLINE be installed on existing loading docks?

In most cases, yes. The DOCKLINE laser system is designed to simplify trailer alignment without requiring major modifications to existing infrastructure. A technical site visit confirms compatibility with your facility.

Does SMARTEYE DETECT replace virtual signage?

No. It is designed to complement virtual signage rather than replace it. SMARTEYE DETECT adds an extra layer of movement monitoring in areas where blind spots are more common, in addition to the visual guidance already projected onto the floor.

How can I determine which Laserglow technologies are best for my facility?

An on-site assessment by a Solutions Prox-Secur specialist is the most reliable way to find out. It identifies high-risk areas and recommends the best combination of technologies for your specific facility layout.