San Diego, CA — RoadVista®, a global leader in retroreflection measurement technology, today announced the launch of its latest pavement marking retroreflectometer, the Laserlux® FM Vehicle Front Mounted Pavement Retroreflectometer (LLFM). Designed to complement the highly successful Laserlux® G7 Mobile Retroreflectometer, the Laserlux® FM delivers enhanced vehicle front-mounted performance for efficient, continuous retroreflectivity assessment in real-world traffic environments.
The Laserlux® FM extends RoadVista’s proven Laserlux® technology — well known for accurate, continuous retroreflectivity measurement — with a front hitch-mounted configuration that enables full-lane measurement on a single pass, supporting highway-speed operations without the need for static work zones.
“Agencies and contractors face increasing demands to document and manage pavement marking performance, both for safety and regulatory compliance,” said Eric Nelson, Director of RoadVista®. “The Laserlux® FM delivers an intelligent, operator-friendly solution that integrates seamlessly into existing vehicle fleets, making comprehensive roadway marking evaluation faster, safer, and more reliable than ever.”
Key Features and Benefits of the Laserlux® FM
· Continuous Measurement at Speed: Provides uninterrupted assessment of retroreflectivity, contrast, line width, RRPM counts and retroreflectivity value, and more while the vehicle is in motion.
· Front Hitch Mount Design: Enables full-lane measurement of the left side line, right side line, and any center-lane markings on a single pass without requiring specialized vehicles or static lane closures.
· Advanced Laser and Optical System: Solid-state lasers scan more than 400 times per second to capture detailed pavement marking data in both daylight and nighttime conditions.
· Intuitive Operation and Data Management: Simple setup with nearly any handheld device or computer, USB flash storage, and RoadVistaGIS software for deeper analysis.
· Compliance-Driven Performance: Supports compliance with ASTM E1710 and EN1436 30-meter geometry standards, with measurement capabilities up to speeds of 95 mph (150 km/h).
Complementing the Laserlux® G7
The Laserlux® FM enriches RoadVista’s Laserlux® family, building on the success of the Laserlux® G7 Mobile Retroreflectometer, which provides continuous pavement marking evaluation from the side of the vehicle and is the only commercially available system that does not require a dedicated test vehicle or modifications.
While the G7 remains a standard-bearing device for side-mount, dual-lane retroreflectivity measurement — operating safely in traffic, day or night — the new Laserlux® FM adds front-mounted flexibility and expanded survey workflows for full-lane assessment.
About RoadVista®
RoadVista® has pioneered mobile retroreflectivity measurement for more than two decades, continuously advancing laser-based measurement technologies to help transportation agencies and contractors improve roadway safety and marking performance. The Laserlux® product line exemplifies this commitment, delivering robust, data-driven insights for asset management and compliance with MUTCD and international standards.