International Road Dynamics

What International Road Dynamics does

International Road Dynamics Inc. (IRD) is a multi-disciplinary Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) company headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, founded in 1980 by Dr. A.T. Bergan and now operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quarterhill Inc. (TSXV: QTRH). IRD designs, manufactures, and deploys hardware and software for weigh-in-motion (WIM) scales, commercial vehicle enforcement, traffic data collection, tolling, bridge monitoring, border/access control, and highway traffic management. The technology stack spans in-road sensors (IRD-PAT Bending Plate, SLC, piezoelectric RoadTrax BL, Lineas Quartz by Kistler, DYNAX treadles, VectorSense tire-sensor suite), controller electronics (iSINC and iSINC Lite), radar-based detectors (iCOMS TMS-Net, TMS-SA, ITVP-2, TMB-134, IcomSpeed), AI-driven video analytics (iTHEIA, CVSA Decal Reader), and software platforms (VI²M cloud data platform, iANALYZE7, Autopoll, Road Reporter II, iROC for credential/safety screening). The iSINC controller serves as the integration hub, connecting WIM scales, LPR cameras, USDOT readers, AVI, dimension sensors, message signs, and FMCSA/SAFER/state databases.

IRD generates revenue through a mix of custom hardware sales, professional installation services, multi-year maintenance contracts, enterprise data-collection/reporting subscriptions, and direct e-commerce sales of traffic-counter accessories via TrafficCounterStore.com. Its go-to-market is enterprise field sales to government transportation agencies — primarily state and federal DOTs, with secondary reach into municipalities, toll operators, and private fleets — supplemented by wholly-owned subsidiaries and channel partners in the U.S., Belgium, Germany, Chile, Mexico, China, and Brazil that deliver localized installation and support. With 2,000+ enforcement systems and 50,000+ Lineas sensors deployed worldwide, IRD's revenue is anchored in long-cycle public-sector infrastructure contracts, most recently illustrated by a March 2026 multi-year New Jersey DOT award covering 95 WIM stations and 50 traffic-volume system sites statewide.

Name

International Road Dynamics

Legal name

International Road Dynamics Inc.

Website

http://www.irdinc.com/

Company type

Public

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

International Road Dynamics (IRD), a Quarterhill Inc. subsidiary, designs, manufactures, and services Intelligent Transportation Systems — including weigh-in-motion scales, commercial vehicle enforcement, tolling, and AI-based traffic analytics — for state and federal transportation agencies, municipalities, and private operators across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Intelligent Transportation Systems / Weigh-in-Motion Hardware

NAICS

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (336320), Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (8112), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Transportation Services (4700), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Toll Plaza / Lane Equipment & Field Systems (Gantry, Sensors, Cameras, AVC) (TLAJABAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Traffic Signal Controllers & Intersection Hardware (Cabinets, Detectors, Ped Signals) (TLAJACAC), Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) / Video Tolling & Enforcement (TLAJABAB), Connected Vehicle & V2X Traffic Operations (RSUs, SPaT/MAP, CV Applications) (TLAJACAJ), Automotive Infotainment, Telematics & Connectivity Hardware Manufacturing (TCU/V2X/GNSS) (IMACAJAH)

Keywords

• Intelligent transportation systems
• Weigh-in-motion technology
• Commercial vehicle enforcement
• Traffic data collection
• Electronic toll collection

Headquarters

HQ city

Saskatoon

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. ITS Systems and Solutions: Design, development, and deployment of customized technology solutions for Intelligent Transportation Systems including weigh-in-motion systems, traffic monitoring, toll collection, and commercial vehicle enforcement systems sold to government agencies and commercial enterprises.
2. Maintenance and Service Contracts: Preventative, scheduled and emergency maintenance services with options ranging from as-needed maintenance to turn-key installation, data collection, and quality assurance. Also provides services to maintain third-party equipment and programs to collect and process customer traffic data.
3. Enterprise Traffic Data Reporting: Data collection, analysis and reporting systems providing information to enhance transportation decision making including vehicle counts, classification, gap, headway, speed data from Counters and Classifiers and WIM sensors.
4. Traffic Products and Accessories: Complete line of traffic data collection and traffic safety products including sensors, counters, classifiers, axle sensors, grout, and accessories available through TrafficCounterStore.com for Canada and U.S. customers.
5. Installation Services: Installation services of ITS Technology worldwide provided by factory trained Project Managers, Engineers and Installation professionals with hands-on experience.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

International Road Dynamics (IRD) designs, manufactures, and deploys Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) for highway and commercial vehicle applications, anchored on weigh-in-motion (WIM) scales, sensor suites, and electronic system electronics such as iSINC. The company sells integrated solutions for commercial vehicle enforcement, toll collection, traffic monitoring, and bridge/highway management, complemented by the VI²M cloud-based data analytics platform, installation services, and multi-year maintenance contracts. Customers are primarily state DOTs, federal transportation agencies, and municipalities, supplemented by a smaller business selling traffic counter products online.

Product overview

International Road Dynamics (IRD) offers a comprehensive portfolio of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) solutions for commercial vehicle enforcement, traffic management, toll collection, and infrastructure monitoring. The product portfolio consists of hardware systems (weigh-in-motion scales, sensors, radar detectors, traffic counters), software platforms (VI²M cloud analytics, iANALYZE7 reporting, Autopoll data retrieval, Road Reporter II), and integrated solutions. The iSINC® and iSINC® Lite electronics platforms serve as the core processing systems for WIM operations. Key sensor technologies include VectorSense™ tire sensor suite, Piezoelectric RoadTrax BL sensors, Lineas® Quartz WIM sensors by Kistler, and DYNAX® Advantage treadle systems. AI-powered products include iTHEIA™ for video-based traffic analysis and CVSA Decal Reader for automated vehicle screening. The company provides end-to-end solutions from hardware installation through data analytics, supported by maintenance and installation services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IRD-PAT BENDING PLATE System Load cell scale system for weigh-in-motion applications including traffic monitoring, overload detection, toll applications, and data collection, with ASTM Type I and Type III compliance and speeds from 0–200 kph; targeted at state DOTs, toll operators, and traffic data customers.
• Slow Speed WIM (SSWIM) Scale Weigh-in-motion scale that accurately weighs vehicles at 0–20 km/h for truck weight, axle compliance, and bridge formula compliance checks; sold to commercial vehicle enforcement agencies and ports of entry.
• SLC (Single Load Cell) WIM Scale Weigh-in-motion weigh pads utilizing a single load cell for medium- to high-speed WIM and vehicle classification; sold to transportation agencies and contractors for traffic and classification data collection.
• Precast WIM Weigh-in-motion scales installed in precast concrete panels for rapid installation in high-traffic areas during limited nighttime lane closures; intended for state DOTs and contractors that need high-quality, durable, quickly deployable WIM.
• iSINC ITS System Electronics Core electronics platform for traffic and truck WIM systems performing data collection, web-based traffic monitoring, and weigh-station automation, integrating LPR cameras, USDOT readers, AVI, dimension sensors, message signs, and WIM scales. Used by transportation agencies for ITS roadside deployments.
• iSINC Lite ITS System Electronics Compact, rugged, low-power system electronics for traffic data collection, sorting traffic based on compliance, controlling external systems, pre-screening, and WIM@TOLL applications; built for cost-sensitive roadside deployments.
• VI²M Cloud-Based Data Platform Cloud-based data collection, reporting, and analytics platform that combines data from multiple sensor sites and local systems (Traffic Data Collection, CVO, WIM, Transportation Management, Road Weather, and Tolling) for a complete network activity picture with automated data quality checks and federal/third-party reporting exports.
• iANALYZE7 Traffic Data Management Software Traffic data management and analysis software supporting FHWA standard reports, AASHTO MEPDG input files, and data export to Adobe and Microsoft applications; sold to DOTs and consulting engineers for traffic data analysis.
• Autopoll Data Retrieval Software Software application for downloading data from remote data collection sites with scheduled polling, automated data retrieval, and storage management for traffic data customers.
• Road Reporter II Traffic Data Analysis Software Complete traffic data analysis package with storage, retrieval, equipment programming, editing, processing, and reporting capabilities for Windows-based traffic data workflows.
• Tire Anomaly and Classification System (TACS) In-road sensor technology screening commercial vehicles for tire anomalies (flat, missing, mismatched tires) at highway speeds up to 100 mph and ramp speeds to identify unsafe vehicles for weigh station inspection; sold to commercial vehicle enforcement agencies.
• VectorSense Sensor Suite Tire sensor suite providing lane position, single/dual/super single tire measurement, and low pressure tire identification at highway speed for CVO, toll operations, and traffic data collection; sold to toll operators and DOTs.
• AACT Powered by VectorSense for Toll Systems Advanced Axle Classification for Toll system using VectorSense tire-sensing technology for accurate automatic vehicle classification, determining single, dual, or super single tire groups independently of vehicle speed; sold to toll operators.
• iCOMS TMS-Net Microwave Radar Microwave radar for permanent traffic data collection transmitting speed, length, and detection time to data collectors, with IP65 protection and -40°C to +75°C operating range; sold to traffic data customers and DOTs.
• Mainline E-Screening Systems Electronic screening systems that screen commercial vehicles on the mainline highway upstream from weight enforcement stations using Sorter System sensors, flagging potential violations for inspection while compliant vehicles bypass; targets state DOT and CVO agencies.
• Ramp E-Screening Systems Electronic screening systems at weigh station entrance ramps using slower-speed weighing for higher accuracy screening of commercial vehicles; sold to CVO enforcement agencies.
• Virtual Weigh Stations (VWS) Weigh-in-motion systems that provide vehicle records for enforcement, traffic surveillance, and data collection in real-time over network connections to portable or workstation computers; targets DOTs and enforcement agencies.
• iTHEIA AI Video Traffic Counting and Classification AI-based video system using machine learning for vehicle counting and classification, achieving better than 98% accuracy on three-lane roads with bidirectional traffic; sold to DOTs, cities, and engineering consultants for traffic studies.
• CVSA Decal Reader AI and machine vision system for automated pre-screening of commercial vehicles with high read rates for CVSA decals, integrating with WIM preclearance systems; targets CVO enforcement agencies.
• SAW III Axle Weighers Portable wheel load weighers for commercial vehicle weight enforcement, NTEP and OIML certified, capable of both static and dynamic weighing with Bluetooth connectivity; sold to enforcement agencies and fleet operators.
• DAW 300 Dynamic Axle Weigher Portable weigh-in-motion system with Bluetooth wireless technology, weighing up to 20 tonnes per axle at speeds up to 10 kph with wireless data transmission; sold to enforcement agencies and contractors.
• Traffic A.C.E.+ Traffic Counter Automatic counting equipment with up to four sensor inputs, real-time clock, USB output, and flash drive data extraction capability; sold via TrafficCounterStore.com to cities, counties, and private businesses in Canada and the U.S.
• iCOMS Radar Speed Signs and Doppler Sensors iCOMS family of dynamic speed display signs (DSDS) and Doppler radar sensors (I-SAFE 1 SL, IcomSpeed, IcomSpeed Range, TMT/TMT-2) showing approaching vehicle speed and supporting VMS integration; sold to municipalities for speed reduction and traffic safety.
• Highway Traffic Management Systems (HTMS) Integrated technology solutions combining traffic detection, control center processing, AVCC, incident detection, CCTV, and VMS to improve traffic flow on highways; sold to state DOTs and toll authorities.
• Access Control and Border Security Systems Port and border security systems with ITS technologies for vehicle processing and rail monitoring solutions, including access control deployments; targets federal agencies and ports.
• Enterprise Traffic Data Reporting Services Data collection analysis and reporting services providing decision-making information with accurate counters and classifiers supporting up to 16 lanes of vehicle count; sold as a service to state DOTs and municipalities.
• Maintenance Services Maintenance and service contracts including preventative, scheduled, and emergency maintenance for WIM systems with remote diagnostics and on-site field support; sold under multi-year agreements (e.g., NJDOT contract).
• Installation Services Worldwide ITS technology installation services with factory-trained project managers, engineers, and installation professionals; sold as a project-based professional service to state DOTs and contractors.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98%+ accuracy in three-lane traffic counting with iTHEIA AI system
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

AI capability6 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• New Jersey Department of TransportationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 March 2026Multi-year contract to provide maintenance and installation support for traffic monitoring systems covering approximately 95 Weigh-in-Motion stations and 50 Traffic Volume System sites statewide. Supports traffic monitoring, freight mobility, transportation planning, and federal reporting requirements. Positions Quarterhill/IRD to expand SaaS portfolio in intelligent transportation.
• KistlercoreTechnology or IntegrationKistler Lineas Quartz WIM sensors utilize Kistler's unique quartz technology for measuring vehicle gross weight. IRD is a global leader in providing and servicing Lineas sensors, with over 50,000 sensors installed worldwide over 20+ years. IRD distributes and services Kistler sensors as part of their WIM product portfolio.
• iCOMS DetectionscoreTechnology or IntegrationiCOMS Detections is an IRD subsidiary with over 25 years of experience designing and manufacturing radar detectors and equipment for vehicle counting, classification and speed measurement. Headquarters in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium.
• Pat TrafficminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPat Traffic operations in Chile (Santiago) and Mexico representing IRD products in South/Latin American markets. Part of IRD's distribution network.
• Xuzhou PAT Control Technology Co., LTD (XPCT)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese partner located in Jiangsu, PRC providing IRD products and services in China market.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• SWARCO: Austrian-headquartered group providing road marking systems, traffic signal controllers, VMS, and ITS solutions globally. Comparable to IRD in intersection detection, traffic counting, and roadway sensor products.
• Q-Free ASA: Norwegian-headquartered supplier of ITS solutions including tolling, traffic management, and weigh-in-motion systems targeting DOTs and toll operators worldwide. Directly comparable in product breadth and customer base to IRD.
• Wavetronix: US-based manufacturer of radar and smart sensor products for intersection detection, traffic counting, and WIM applications. Highly comparable product portfolio targeted at the same state DOT and municipal buyers.
• Iteris: US-based ITS and traffic management specialist offering detection sensors, video analytics, and traffic data services to state and municipal agencies. Closely comparable in traffic data collection and intersection detection products.
• Jenoptik: German technology group whose Traffic Solutions division supplies average speed enforcement, red-light cameras, and commercial vehicle inspection/weighing systems. Directly comparable in traffic enforcement and CVO technology.
• Kapsch TrafficCom: Austrian-headquartered global provider of ITS, electronic toll collection (ETC), traffic management, and connected vehicle solutions for road operators and authorities. Highly comparable to IRD across tolling, traffic management, and commercial vehicle enforcement.
• TransCore (part of STG/ST Engineering): US-based provider of tolling and traffic management systems, RFID transportation products, and traffic data collection for state DOTs and toll authorities. Direct competitor in the NA toll and traffic data space.
• VITRONIC: German machine vision specialist with a significant traffic enforcement and tolling division offering automatic number plate recognition, vehicle classification, and tunnel/overweight enforcement systems. Closely comparable to IRD in video/AI traffic enforcement.

Broad incumbents

• Cubic Transportation Systems: Large-scale transportation systems integrator for fare collection, tolling, and traffic management. Wider portfolio and larger scale than IRD, but operates in overlapping customer RFPs with state DOTs.
• Kistler Group: Swiss-headquartered sensor manufacturer whose quartz WIM (Lineas) technology is distributed globally by IRD. Comparable as a WIM sensor manufacturer and industrial measurement specialist, though operating at much larger scale across multiple industries.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/IRDInc1
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• Facebookfacebook.com/InternationalRoadDynamics
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ird_3
• Instagraminstagram.com/irdinc

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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