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SES launches first solar VMS

The latest variable message sign (VMS) from French manufacturer SES is fully powered by solar panels, making it possible to install a sign virtually anywhere without the need for cables or mains power. Ideal for many applications from highway to urban, the signs use high intensity LEDs in a choice of character matrix, line matrix or full matrix display and are compliant with EN12966 European standards. With a display height of 160mm to 457mm, the signs are ideal for large VMS to small lane control signs
April 9, 2014 Read time: 1 min
The latest variable message sign (VMS) from French manufacturer 7717 SES is fully powered by solar panels, making it possible to install a sign virtually anywhere without the need for cables or mains power.

Ideal for many applications from highway to urban, the signs use high intensity LEDs in a choice of character matrix, line matrix or full matrix display and are compliant with EN12966 European standards.  With a display height of 160mm to 457mm, the signs are ideal for large VMS to small lane control signs.

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