SOLAR TODO delivered a large-scale Smart Streetlight deployment in Manama, Bahrain, using our 10-in-1 Smart City Pole platform to modernize roadway lighting and add real-time environmental visibility for operations teams. The system is grid-powered (AC) and designed for 10 hours of daily operation, replacing older high-pressure sodium (HPS) luminaires with high-efficiency LED lighting and sensor-driven intelligence.
Answer Capsule (TL;DR): In Manama, SOLAR TODO deployed 331 grid-powered Smart Streetlights using 10m poles with 150W/22,500lm LEDs, PTZ HD cameras, and 8-in-1 environmental sensing—improving visibility and enabling data-driven city operations.
Project Overview: Manama’s Need for Smarter, Data-Driven Roadway Lighting
Manama’s urban corridors require reliable night-time lighting, consistent performance under hot, humid coastal conditions, and operational tools that support traffic safety, incident response, and environmental monitoring. In practice, traditional street lighting infrastructure typically provides illumination only, with limited ability to capture contextual data (air quality, noise, wind, ambient light) that can guide maintenance and public-safety decisions.
Before this project, many routes relied on older 250W HPS luminaires. These systems were less energy efficient and offered limited monitoring capability—meaning teams had to rely on periodic manual inspections and separate, siloed field devices for environmental or operational insights. The city also faced common MENA-region challenges: harsh weather variability, salt-laden coastal air affecting equipment longevity, and the need for stable communications for remote management.
To address these constraints, SOLAR TODO implemented a networked smart streetlight architecture in Manama using a standardized pole platform with integrated lighting, sensing, and communications. The deployment was engineered to be maintainable at scale with centralized controls, while still supporting local dashboard operation for continuity.
Solution Design: The 10m 10-in-1 Smart City Pole Platform
At the core of the project is SOLAR TODO’s 10-in-1 Smart City Pole, built as a 10m octagonal hot-dip galvanized steel pole (dark grey). The pole supports a modular “city node” concept—each unit combines lighting, environmental sensing, and optional connectivity modules within a single infrastructure asset.
For Manama, the project configuration included 331 units × 10m poles, installed with 30m spacing across roadways with 16m road width. This layout was selected to maintain uniform illumination coverage while aligning with typical corridor geometry and maintenance access.
Lighting Module (150W LED)
Each streetlight unit includes an LED lighting module rated at 150W / 22,500lm with 150 lm/W efficacy and 4000K color temperature. This provides a bright, consistent white-light profile that improves visibility for road users and supports camera-based monitoring.
In the Manama deployment, the new system also targeted a direct replacement of 250W HPS, delivering 40% energy saving through higher LED efficacy while improving optical performance and maintainability.
Core Monitoring: HD Camera + 8-in-1 Environmental Sensor
The “core modules” installed on every pole were:
- HD camera (400W IR, H.265+, IP67, 30W)
- PTZ dome camera (2–8MP, IR 100m) is supported by the platform’s camera subsystem.
- Video compression uses H.265+ for efficient bandwidth and storage.
- The camera enclosure is IP67 for reliable operation in rain, dust, and harsh outdoor conditions.
- 8-in-1 ENV sensor (5W)
- Measures: wind, temperature, humidity, pressure, noise, PM10, PM2.5.
Together, these modules allow city operators to correlate lighting performance and incident context with environmental and acoustic conditions—useful for both day-to-day operations and event-based management.
Optional City Modules: Display, WiFi AP, Wireless Charging
Depending on corridor requirements, SOLAR TODO enabled additional modules on select poles:
- LED display: P4 1024×512mm, 200W
- Used for public information messaging where required.
- WiFi AP: 802.11ac 300Mbps, supporting up to 100 devices
- Provides connectivity for nearby stakeholders and supports smart-city services.
- Wireless charger: Qi 15W + USB
- Adds on-site charging capability for public convenience.
Control Architecture: Gateway + Local Dashboard + Cloud Platform
The system is operated using a networked control architecture:
- Gateway + Local Dashboard for on-site management and resilience.
- Cloud platform for remote management, enabling teams to monitor device health, lighting status, and sensor readings.
For connectivity, the smart controller supports LoRaWAN/4G, enabling reliable data transport in urban environments where coverage can vary block-to-block.
Grid-Powered Operation and Daily Runtime
The Manama Smart Streetlight units are grid-powered (AC) with an intended 10-hour daily operation profile. This design supports predictable performance for night-time illumination and continuous sensor/camera availability during operational hours.
Deployment in Manama: Engineering for Coastal Climate and Urban Continuity
Manama’s coastal environment introduces operational pressures: humidity, temperature swings, and salt-laden air can accelerate corrosion if the pole material and protective layers are not engineered for longevity. SOLAR TODO’s hot-dip galvanized steel pole construction is specifically suited for long-term outdoor performance, and the octagonal geometry improves structural stiffness for wind loading.
The deployment also accounted for communications and maintenance practicality:
- 30m spacing supports consistent coverage across 16m road width corridors.
- The integrated pole design reduces the number of separate infrastructure assets, simplifying inspection routines.
- The networked architecture (Gateway + Local Dashboard + Cloud) supports remote visibility while maintaining local control paths.
In addition, the system’s enclosure and electronics are selected to meet outdoor ingress protection needs. The HD camera subsystem is IP67, supporting reliable performance amid dust and precipitation typical of the region.
Standards and Compliance Considerations
SOLAR TODO’s Smart Streetlight platform is built to align with relevant international and local lighting and safety requirements. The project configuration specifies compliance with:
- IEC 60598
- GB/T 37024
These standards guide the engineering of luminaires and performance expectations for outdoor lighting systems.
From a broader smart-city reliability perspective, the project’s communications and remote management approach is consistent with international best practices for networked infrastructure. Where applicable, teams also align operational procedures with guidance referenced by:
- ITU recommendations for communications in connected infrastructure contexts,
- IEEE principles for dependable networked systems and monitoring,
- NREL/IRENA reporting practices for energy-efficiency measurement and renewable-smart infrastructure planning.
Technical Specifications
- Quantity: 331 units
- Pole: 10m octagonal hot-dip galvanized steel pole (dark grey)
- Installation layout: 30m spacing; 16m road width
- Lighting: LED 150W / 22,500lm (150 lm/W), 4000K
- Core module (camera): PTZ dome camera (2–8MP, IR 100m), HD camera subsystem 400W IR, H.265+, IP67, 30W
- Core module (environment): 8-in-1 ENV sensor (5W): wind/temp/humidity/pressure/noise/PM10/PM2.5
- Optional LED display: P4 1024×512mm, 200W
- Optional connectivity: WiFi AP (802.11ac 300Mbps, up to 100 devices)
- Optional charging: Wireless charger (Qi 15W + USB)
- Control & connectivity: Smart controller with LoRaWAN/4G; Gateway + Local Dashboard; cloud platform for remote management
- Power: Grid-powered (AC); 10 hours daily operation
- Energy target: replaces 250W HPS; 40% energy saving
- Standards: IEC 60598, GB/T 37024
Results and Impact
The Manama deployment delivered measurable improvements across three dimensions: lighting performance, operational intelligence, and maintainability.
1) Lighting modernization with efficient LED output
By replacing 250W HPS with the 150W / 22,500lm (150 lm/W, 4000K) LED system, the project achieved an estimated 40% energy saving while maintaining strong night-time visibility. The LED’s efficiency also reduces thermal stress compared with older lamp technologies, supporting stable performance during long nighttime operation.
2) Environmental and situational awareness at street level
Each pole’s 8-in-1 ENV sensor provides continuous monitoring of wind, temperature, humidity, pressure, noise, PM10, and PM2.5. This expands city operations beyond lighting into actionable environmental awareness. When paired with the camera subsystem (PTZ dome, 2–8MP, IR 100m, H.265+, IP67), the city can correlate conditions with safety and operational events.
3) Scalable remote management
The networked architecture—Gateway + Local Dashboard plus a cloud platform—supports remote monitoring and operational workflows across 331 poles. Connectivity via LoRaWAN/4G helps ensure data availability in urban conditions where coverage can change across blocks.
4) Corridor-level coverage designed for Manama’s road geometry
With 30m spacing across 16m road width corridors, the deployment was engineered for consistent coverage and predictable maintenance routes. This reduces uneven illumination and supports safer movement for pedestrians and vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
1) What makes SOLAR TODO’s Smart Streetlight different from a standard street lamp?
It combines an LED lighting system with integrated sensing and communications. In Manama, each pole includes a PTZ HD camera subsystem and an 8-in-1 environmental sensor, enabling both illumination and real-time operational data.
2) What environmental data can be collected from the pole sensors?
The installed 8-in-1 ENV sensor measures wind, temperature, humidity, pressure, noise, PM10, and PM2.5 (5W), supporting street-level environmental monitoring.
3) How is remote management handled for 331 streetlight units?
The system uses a networked control architecture with Gateway + Local Dashboard for local continuity and a cloud platform for remote management. Communication is supported through LoRaWAN/4G.
4) Are the camera components suitable for outdoor conditions?
Yes. The camera subsystem is specified as H.265+, IP67 rated, and supports IR 100m operation, designed for outdoor installation durability.
Conclusion
The Manama Smart Streetlight project demonstrates how SOLAR TODO’s 10-in-1 Smart City Pole platform can upgrade roadway lighting while adding operational intelligence. With 331 deployed units of 10m hot-dip galvanized steel poles, 150W/22,500lm LED illumination, PTZ HD camera monitoring, and 8-in-1 environmental sensing, the city gains a scalable infrastructure layer for safety, awareness, and remote management. Optional modules—such as P4 LED displays, 802.11ac WiFi AP, and Qi wireless charging—extend the pole’s value as a multi-service urban node.
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References (Authoritative Sources)
- IEC 60598 — Luminaires safety and performance requirements.
- GB/T 37024 — Safety and performance standards for LED lighting products.
- ITU — Recommendations and guidance for connected infrastructure communications.
- IEEE — Best practices for reliable monitoring and networked systems.
- NREL / IRENA — Energy-efficiency and smart-infrastructure reporting frameworks.
Equipment Deployed
- Smart Streetlight Pole Assembly: 10m octagonal hot-dip galvanized steel pole (dark grey) — 331 units; grid-powered (AC); 10 hours daily operation
- LED Lighting Module: LED 150W / 22,500lm (150 lm/W), 4000K — replaces 250W HPS; engineered for outdoor roadway illumination
- HD Camera Subsystem: PTZ dome camera (2–8MP, IR 100m); H.265+; IP67; 30W; integrated 400W IR capability
- 8-in-1 ENV Sensor: wind/temp/humidity/pressure/noise/PM10/PM2.5 — 5W
- Optional LED Display: P4 1024×512mm, 200W
- Optional WiFi AP: 802.11ac 300Mbps, up to 100 devices
- Optional Wireless Charger: Qi 15W + USB
- Control & Connectivity: Smart controller with LoRaWAN/4G; Gateway + Local Dashboard; cloud platform for remote management