People-sensing solutions generally fall into two categories: people counting and activity or presence detection. People-counting devices are typically installed at entrances to track in-and-out movements, providing foot traffic data and estimating occupancy based on thresholds. In contrast, activity or presence-based devices are placed in open areas to detect the number and coordinates of individuals within their coverage during specific time intervals.
While most solutions on the market require entirely separate hardware systems for these two functions, the Butlr Heatic Sensor stands out as the first and only solution to use the same hardware for both. By switching between software modes tailored to different use cases, it offers unmatched flexibility and scalability.
Two Modes, Same Sensor: Versatile for Every Application
Traffic Mode
Traffic Mode provides aggregated counts of 'in' and 'out' movements based on the sensor's orientation, a user-defined door line, and the direction of entry. For optimal performance, the sensor should be mounted above entrances. This mode is ideal for collecting data at the building, floor, or large space level.
Analyze daily people traffic flow
Estimate floor or building occupancy
Presence Mode
Presence Mode detects the number and coordinates of individuals within its coverage area. For accurate results, mount the sensor in open areas or meeting rooms. This mode is suited for room, zone, or desk-level occupancy, or space-level occupancy if the area is fully covered by sensors.
Analyze space layout utilization
Gain activity-based insights
Measure dwell time
How to Choose Sensor Mode for Your Application
Traffic sensors are best suited for larger spaces or areas with high baseline traffic, where the goal is to understand flow patterns and overall trends rather than precise occupancy counts.
Presence sensors, on the other hand, are typically used in smaller spaces such as conference rooms, or in open areas where more granular insights are needed—for example, detecting seat-level occupancy or counting individual people.
Setting Up Traffic or Presence Mode Sensors
Butlr can assist in scoping your project to determine the optimal quantity and placement of Traffic and Presence Sensors based on your specific needs and use cases. When deployed together, multiple sensors work seamlessly to deliver comprehensive insights into space utilization and human activity.
For detailed mounting instructions, refer to the Hardware section.
Use the Studio platform to fine-tune sensor settings according to the mounting scenarios.
Setting Up Sensor ModeTraffic Sensor in Butlr StudioPresence Sensor in Butlr Studio
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