The Flowy sensor for automatic passenger counting

The Flowy sensor detects passenger presence in real time using proprietary WiFi technology, collecting anonymous, accurate data with simple, non-invasive installation.

How the Flowy sensor works

The Flowy sensor is patented technology designed for automatic passenger counting on buses, trains and beyond.

It collects anonymous, accurate data in real time using proprietary WiFi technology.

Flowy Bamboo V2

THE VALUE OF THE SENSOR

From data to smart mobility

Anonymous, accurate journey data, passenger communication and BeIn-BeOut ticketing: it all starts with one sensor.

Flowy WiFi sensor detecting passengers on a bus

Detection without passenger action

Flowy detects onboard presence in real time using WiFi while the vehicle is moving. No login or app download required.

It also works with multiple devices or with smartphone WiFi switched off.

Secure data, protected privacy

Designed and developed by the Flowy team, the technology is 100% proprietary and patented in Italy, Europe and the USA.

Data is collected anonymously, in compliance with GDPR and people's privacy.

SIMPLE INSTALLATION

One sensor per carriage or bus

All Flowy features in a single integrated, fully autonomous sensor.

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  • No specialist staff needed
  • No impact on vehicle safety
  • Can be concealed without drilling panels
  • Compatible with standard train and bus power supplies
  • Automatic remote configuration and updates

Privacy and certifications

Privacy is at the heart of Flowy.

Protecting people’s privacy is fundamental to Flowy. The sensor collects anonymous data in compliance with GDPR, using certified, type-approved and patented technology.

Anonymised

Anonymous data in compliance with GDPR

Certified

Italcertifer · EN 50155

Type-approved

ECE R10

Patented

Italy, Europe and the USA

MODULAR FEATURES

Activate the features you need

Choose one or all modules. Flowy combines hardware and software designed to optimise mobility.

Detection and service

WiFi + Ultrawideband

Passenger-flow monitoring

No app required, even with smartphone WiFi switched off.

Connection and integration

eSIM

Data connection

No additional cables.

USB3

USB and USB-C connectivity

Available on the board.

GPIO

General Purpose Input/Output connectivity

GPIO interface.

Ethernet

Ethernet connectivity

With PoE power supply.

CANbus

Controller Area Network connectivity

CANbus interface.

From data to decisions with the Flowy Dashboard

The Flowy sensor collects anonymous, accurate journey data in real time.


The Flowy Dashboard turns it into strategic information to analyse passenger flows, reconstruct origin-destination matrices and optimise public transport planning.

Questions about the Flowy sensor?

Find answers to frequently asked questions about installation, certifications, privacy and how the sensor works.