Freight sorter systems to be deployed on I-55 and I-40
by October 13, 2025 12:25 pm 4,373 views
Quarterhill, a provider of intelligent transportation system solutions, together with the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) and the Arkansas Highway Police have launched a $2.7 million project to modernize freight operations on two of the state’s busiest freight corridors.
The initiative will deploy advanced mainline sorter systems at Lehi on Interstate 40 eastbound and at Marion on Interstate 55 southbound, two key entry points that handle some of the highest truck volumes in the nation.
Working in partnership, ARDOT, the Arkansas Highway Police, and Toronto, Canada-based Quarterhill are introducing an integrated suite of artificial intelligence-driven and sensor-based technologies that will streamline inspection, improve safety, and keep commerce moving efficiently without the need for costly roadway expansion.
These mainline sorter systems will feature weigh-in-motion sensors to capture truck weights at highway speeds. It will also have a tire anomaly classification system for real-time detection of unsafe tire conditions.
License plate recognition, federal Department of Transportation checks, and intelligent roadside operations computer will be used to verify vehicle credentials instantly. A fully integrated dynamic message boards to guide drivers who need further inspection will also be used.
“This project demonstrates how technical innovation and collaboration can solve real-world challenges in freight management and strengthen Arkansas’ position as a national leader in freight movement,” said Quarterhill CEO Chuck Myers. “By working hand in hand with ARDOT and the Arkansas Highway Police, we are ensuring that Arkansas’ highways remain safe, efficient, and capable of supporting growth in interstate commerce for decades to come.”
“Partnering with Quarterhill allows us to bring cutting-edge tools to two of Arkansas’ most important freight gateways,” said Jeff Holmes, chief of Arkansas Highway Police. “These upgrades will strengthen enforcement, improve roadway safety, and keep goods moving efficiently across our state and beyond. This initiative is a win for our economy, drivers and communities.”