ZKTeco VR30 Long-Distance Vehicle Reader in Dubai, UAE
The VR30 is a 79GHz FMCW millimeter-wave radar sensor that monitors the area around a parking barrier and detects vehicles or pedestrians before the boom arm closes.
For procurement teams, the important distinction is simple: this model is used for barrier safety and presence detection, not for reading UHF tags or identifying a driver. It can replace traditional induction-loop detection in suitable projects and can connect to a compatible barrier control system. FourTeck can help review lane geometry, controller compatibility, power, mounting, and quantity before quotation.
IP67 outdoor protection
Bluetooth + RS485
A radar safety layer for automated parking barriers
The ZKTeco VR30 is designed to solve a very specific problem in vehicle access control: a barrier arm should not descend while a vehicle or pedestrian remains in the protected zone. Instead of relying on an embedded inductive loop in the road surface, the unit uses 79GHz Frequency-Modulated Continuous Wave radar to detect presence around the barrier lane. When the protected area is occupied, the connected barrier system can be kept open; after the vehicle clears the zone, the control logic can proceed with closing the boom.
This matters in office car parks, gated residential communities, hotels, hospitals, schools, logistics yards, industrial compounds, and commercial premises where a barrier handles repeated traffic throughout the day. A conventional loop can work well, but installation may require cutting pavement, laying cable, sealing the road, and planning around civil works. A radar-based approach can reduce that construction burden in suitable sites because detection is mounted near the lane rather than buried under it. The buyer still needs to plan the physical installation carefully, but the project can be easier to service because the sensing device remains accessible.
The current manufacturer information lists an adjustable detection distance from 0 to 7 metres for both vehicles and pedestrians, a 120-degree total azimuth field of view, a 20-degree total vertical field of view, IP67 protection, DC 12V operation, and low power consumption of no more than 1.3W. Bluetooth and RS485 are provided for debugging or upgrading, while the ZKEasy Go application supports compatible iOS and Android environments. Those characteristics make the product relevant to outdoor entrance-control projects where lane geometry and correct aiming matter as much as the detector itself.
For UAE buyers, the safest purchasing approach is to treat the VR30 as part of a complete barrier-control design rather than as an isolated accessory. FourTeck can help review the boom barrier model, controller inputs, lane width, mounting position, power supply, expected traffic pattern, pedestrian exposure, and any existing loop detector that may be replaced. This requirement-led review is useful because two sites using the same radar may still need different mounting, range, and controller planning.
Key business benefits
The strongest reason to consider this model is not simply that it uses radar. The practical value comes from safer barrier operation, simpler site planning in suitable locations, and a detection zone that can be adjusted for the actual lane.
Keep the barrier aware of the occupied zone
The radar watches for vehicles and pedestrians in the configured detection area. In a correctly integrated barrier system, that information helps prevent the boom from descending while the lane remains occupied. This is especially useful where cars stop briefly at guards, ticketing points, ANPR checkpoints, visitor gates, or access-control readers and where pedestrians may occasionally cross the barrier path. The benefit is operational: fewer risky close commands and a clearer safety layer around the moving arm.
Avoid road-loop excavation in suitable projects
Because sensing is radar-based, the project may avoid cutting the road for a conventional induction loop. That can reduce disruption in finished driveways, basement ramps, tiled entrances, or operating car parks where civil work is inconvenient. The exact installation saving depends on site conditions, mounting, cabling, and controller integration, so the buyer should still review the complete installation scope.
Tune the monitored distance to the lane
The official specification provides a 0–7 m adjustable detection distance. That flexibility helps installers shape the sensing range around the actual barrier, stop line, vehicle path, and pedestrian movement rather than accepting one fixed distance. Good adjustment is important because an oversized zone can detect activity that does not belong to the lane, while an undersized zone can fail to protect the full intended area.
Built for exposed entrance-control environments
An IP67 enclosure and a stated operating range from -40°C to 85°C give the device a broad environmental envelope for outdoor barrier installations. Those figures do not remove the need for correct cabling, mounting, power protection, drainage, and site practice, but they make the sensor more suitable for exposed gate lanes than equipment intended only for indoor use. UAE projects should still consider direct sun, enclosure position, cable routing, and the broader environmental requirements of the barrier controller.
Accessible configuration and diagnostics
Bluetooth, RS485, and the ZKEasy Go application provide practical options for setup and troubleshooting. An accessible surface-mounted sensor can also be easier to inspect than a buried road loop if changes are required later. For project teams, this can simplify commissioning and future adjustment when lane use changes.
Low electrical demand
With a stated power draw of no more than 1.3W from a 12V DC supply, the radar adds relatively little electrical load to the entrance system. The buyer should still confirm that the available power supply is correctly rated, protected, and shared safely with the barrier controller or other accessories.
What stands out in the VR30 design
This model combines a narrow technical purpose with several useful deployment characteristics. The core is a 79GHz FMCW radar using a 2T3R MIMO antenna arrangement. Instead of identifying tags, license plates, or users, the radar measures presence in the safety area around the boom barrier. That makes it complementary to vehicle identification technologies such as UHF readers, number-plate cameras, ticket systems, or access-control credentials rather than a replacement for those systems.
The 120-degree total azimuth field of view gives broad horizontal coverage around the lane, while the ±10-degree vertical field of view helps installers focus detection near the intended barrier and ground zone. The adjustable range up to 7 m lets the deployment be tuned to the entrance layout. These values are useful, but they also create an installation responsibility: the sensor needs the right height, orientation, range setting, and controller connection for the specific site.
The IP67 rating, compact 197 g weight, and low power consumption make the hardware straightforward to position in many outdoor access-control projects. Current manufacturer information also lists CE certification. Buyers should confirm the current production revision and associated documentation at quotation stage, especially where a project specification requires exact certificates, submittals, wiring details, or consultant approval.
Technical specifications
The table below follows the current ZKTeco product listing. Confirm the production revision and project submittal before final installation planning.
| Specification | ZKTeco VR30 |
|---|---|
| Model | VR30 |
| Product type | 79GHz millimeter-wave barrier safety radar sensor |
| Operating frequency | 79GHz |
| Modulation | FMCW |
| Antenna MIMO | 2T3R |
| Transmitting power | 10 dBm |
| EIRP | 24 dBm |
| Antenna gain | 14 dBi |
| Azimuth field of view | ±60° (120° total) |
| Vertical field of view | Elevation ±10° (20° total) |
| Maximum detection distance | 0–7 m adjustable; same range for vehicle and pedestrian detection |
| Operating temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Operating voltage | DC 12V |
| Power consumption | ≤1.3W |
| Net weight | 197 g |
| Package dimensions | 133 × 90 × 37 mm |
| Product dimensions | 118 × 78 × 19 mm |
| Debugging / upgrading | Bluetooth, RS485 |
| Supported software | ZKEasy Go; iOS 12+ and Android 10+ |
| Ingress protection | IP67 |
| Certification | CE |
A specification table is useful, but it does not determine whether the sensor will work correctly at a particular gate. The highest-impact choices are physical placement, detection distance, the barrier controller interface, and the relationship between the radar zone and the actual vehicle path. A narrow single-lane car park may need a different range and angle from a wide logistics entrance. A basement ramp may introduce walls, columns, parked vehicles, or pedestrian paths near the field of view, while an outdoor gate may need more attention to mounting, cable protection, and power quality.
Before purchase, confirm the barrier brand and controller, the available 12V DC supply, the intended mounting side and height, the approximate distance from the sensor to the boom path, and whether the radar is replacing an induction loop or being added to a new system. If a consultant or facility team requires a particular product revision, drawing, certificate, or wiring document, include that requirement in the quotation request so the supplied unit and project paperwork can be checked together.
Configuration and buyer guidance
The correct buying decision starts with the lane and barrier, not with the product title. Use the questions below to prepare a technical request that an installer or supplier can actually validate.
Which barrier controller will receive the safety signal?
This is the highest-risk question. A radar sensor can be technically suitable for detection but still be unusable if the barrier controller has the wrong input method, wiring logic, voltage expectations, or accessory interface. Provide the exact barrier and controller model before ordering.
How large should the protected zone be?
Measure the distance around the boom and likely vehicle stopping position. The VR30 can be adjusted up to 7 m, but the best range is the one that protects the actual lane without unnecessarily seeing neighbouring traffic, parking bays, or unrelated pedestrian movement.
Is the lane straight, angled, narrow, or shared?
Lane geometry affects aiming and range. Curved approaches, basement ramps, adjacent lanes, visitor waiting areas, and pedestrian walkways can change the detection pattern. Include a simple site drawing or photos when requesting configuration support.
Where will 12V DC power come from?
Confirm a stable and protected 12V DC source with suitable cabling. Low device power consumption does not remove the need to plan voltage drop, cable route, grounding practices, and how the sensor shares power with the controller or other gate accessories.
Is this a new installation or a loop-detector replacement?
Replacement projects should document the existing loop detector, barrier behaviour, controller terminal use, and any logic already tied to ticketing or access control. A new project can be planned around the radar from the beginning, often making cabling and commissioning easier.
What support is expected after supply?
State whether the requirement is supply only, installation coordination, configuration guidance, documentation support, or a larger parking-control project. Warranty handling can depend on the quoted supply route and applicable terms, so ask for those details before purchase rather than after commissioning.
For a useful FourTeck quotation, send the ZKTeco VR30 model request, quantity, barrier make and model, lane dimensions, site location, whether an induction loop already exists, required delivery date, and whether installation or configuration assistance is needed.
Ideal business use cases
The product fits sites where a boom barrier needs dependable presence information around the closing zone. The best use cases are defined by traffic behaviour and gate layout rather than by industry name alone.
Commercial and office parking entrances
Office towers, business parks, and mixed-use buildings often combine a boom barrier with access cards, ANPR, visitor management, or security guards. The radar does not decide who is authorized; it monitors whether the barrier safety zone is occupied. That separation of responsibilities is useful: the access-control device grants permission, while the VR30 can provide presence information that helps the barrier avoid closing on a vehicle still passing through. It is particularly relevant where vehicles queue closely during morning or evening peaks and where a passenger or security person may cross the lane near the boom.
Residential communities
Villa compounds and apartment developments commonly need simple, maintainable entrance control. A surface-mounted radar can be attractive where cutting finished paving for induction loops is undesirable. Buyers should check pedestrian routes, visitor lanes, and any gatehouse position before choosing the detection range.
Hotels, hospitals, and public-facing sites
Sites with taxis, visitor vehicles, ambulances, service traffic, and frequent pedestrian movement can benefit from an additional barrier safety layer. The broad field of view can be useful, but it also needs deliberate tuning so nearby footpaths or parallel traffic do not create unwanted detection.
Warehouses and logistics compounds
Delivery gates may handle vans, trucks, cars, and staff vehicles with different lengths and stopping behaviour. A configurable radar zone gives installers flexibility around these mixed vehicle profiles. For very wide or multi-lane entrances, the design should be reviewed rather than assuming one sensor covers every movement.
Existing barrier upgrades
A facility may have an operating barrier but face recurring maintenance issues with buried loops or may be resurfacing the driveway and want a different sensing approach. The VR30 can be considered as a replacement option where the controller and safety logic are compatible. The existing wiring and control sequence should be documented before any conversion.
Integrated parking systems
The radar can sit alongside identification technologies such as UHF readers, license plate recognition cameras, ticket boxes, or biometric access devices. In that architecture, each component has a distinct job: identify or authorize the user, command the barrier, and maintain safe barrier behaviour around the moving arm.
ZKTeco VR30 Radar Detection and Barrier Safety
FMCW radar continuously changes transmitted frequency over time and uses the returned signal to infer distance and movement information. For the buyer, the engineering detail matters less than the result: the sensor can monitor a defined zone without requiring a conductive loop buried in the driveway. ZKTeco specifies a 79GHz operating frequency and a 2T3R MIMO antenna arrangement, giving the system the radio architecture needed for compact millimeter-wave sensing.
The VR30 is intended to detect both vehicles and pedestrians in the barrier area. This is important because a traditional vehicle loop is primarily concerned with conductive mass and may not address a person walking beneath or beside the boom in the same way. A radar safety zone can therefore support a broader presence-detection objective, provided the installation and barrier-control logic are configured correctly.
Buyer outcomes
- A sensing method that does not depend on a buried road loop.
- Detection designed for both vehicles and pedestrians.
- Adjustable range to fit different barrier layouts.
- A surface-accessible device for future inspection and adjustment.
- Compatibility still needs to be confirmed at the controller and installation level.
ZKTeco VR30 Adjustable Coverage and Lane Control
The current specification lists an adjustable detection distance from 0 to 7 m, a horizontal field of view of ±60 degrees, and a vertical field of view of ±10 degrees. Together, those values determine where the radar can see. They are useful because parking lanes are rarely identical: one site may have a short entry lane with a guardhouse close to the boom, while another has a long approach, a nearby pedestrian walkway, or a second lane running parallel.
A wide horizontal field helps cover the intended barrier area, but installers should not interpret wider as automatically better. If the sensor is aimed poorly or the range is set too far, it may react to vehicles or pedestrians outside the target lane. Conversely, if the monitored distance is too short, part of a long vehicle could clear the radar before the boom path is truly safe. Correct commissioning therefore depends on physical testing with the real traffic mix.
For procurement, ask the installer to define the intended safety zone in metres and show where the radar will be mounted. That simple step turns a generic equipment purchase into a documented lane design and reduces the chance of discovering after delivery that the selected position sees too much, too little, or the wrong part of the entrance.
ZKTeco VR30 Commissioning, Connectivity and Outdoor Deployment
A barrier sensor is only valuable when it can be configured, checked, and maintained without turning every adjustment into a major site task. ZKTeco lists Bluetooth and RS485 for online debugging or upgrading, and the ZKEasy Go application supports iOS 12 or later and Android 10 or later. These options give commissioning personnel practical ways to interact with the device during installation and later service.
Outdoor suitability is equally important. The IP67 rating indicates protection against dust ingress and water exposure under the conditions represented by that rating, while the stated -40°C to 85°C operating temperature gives a broad environmental range. In real UAE projects, installers should still plan for direct sunlight, cable gland quality, enclosure orientation, impact protection, nearby irrigation, pressure washing, and power quality. An equipment rating is part of site resilience, not a substitute for good installation practice.
What Buyers Should Check Before Purchase
The biggest purchase risk is assuming that “long-distance reader” means a UHF vehicle tag reader. The VR30 is a radar presence sensor for barrier safety. If the project also needs vehicle identification, access authorization, or automatic plate recognition, those functions require separate compatible equipment.
Confirm the real job
Decide whether the project needs presence detection, credential reading, plate recognition, or all three. Choose VR30 when the requirement is to monitor the barrier safety zone. If a UHF tag must be read from a vehicle windscreen, ask FourTeck about a dedicated ZKTeco UHF reader instead of treating the radar as an identification device.
Check barrier compatibility
Share the barrier controller model, wiring diagram if available, and the current safety input arrangement. ZKTeco states compatibility with multiple ZKTeco barrier gates, but project fit should still be confirmed against the exact controller and installation method before purchase.
Clarify commercial expectations
Ask for current availability, the quoted product revision, included accessories, warranty terms, and delivery timing. These points can vary by supplier status and order quantity. Do not assume that mounting hardware, power supplies, civil work, or configuration labour are included unless they appear clearly in the quotation.
Prepare a useful quote request
Provide quantity, delivery location, barrier model, lane width, approximate boom position, desired detection distance, whether the entrance is indoor or outdoor, and whether the sensor is replacing an existing loop. Include project drawings or photos when possible so compatibility questions can be identified earlier.
Accessories and long-term planning
A complete gate project may also require a compatible boom barrier, power supply, protective cabling, mounting hardware, vehicle identification reader, ANPR camera, ticketing device, access-control controller, or integration work. The exact list depends on the site. For replacement projects, verify whether any existing loop-detector functions also feed traffic counting, ticket logic, interlocks, or upstream software before removing them.
Think beyond the first installation day. Record the final radar range, mounting height, controller terminal, power source, and software configuration so future maintenance teams can troubleshoot without rediscovering the system. For multi-gate projects, standardizing the same documented configuration across lanes can make support easier, provided the physical layouts are similar enough to justify it.
Plan supply around the barrier project, not just the sensor
FourTeck supports product inquiries across Dubai and the UAE with assistance for product selection, compatibility review, quote preparation, delivery coordination, and warranty guidance. Availability may vary according to supplier status, order quantity, project timing, and the exact product revision available through the selected supply channel. Because the VR30 is usually installed as part of a larger gate-control system, buyers will get a more useful quotation when they provide the barrier model and site requirement together with the product name.
Selection support can include reviewing whether the project actually needs radar presence detection or whether the requirement is for UHF vehicle identification, number-plate recognition, ticketing, or a combined solution. Delivery coordination can be planned once quantity, destination, target date, and any related barrier hardware are confirmed. Warranty guidance should be tied to the quoted supply route and applicable terms rather than assumed from a generic online listing.
If the project is consultant-led, include the required submittal documents, certification expectations, and approval process in the inquiry. If it is a retrofit, share photographs and the existing controller details. This gives FourTeck a clearer basis for discussing current options and helps prevent a quote that covers the sensor but misses a critical integration or installation requirement.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ajman coverage
Businesses in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, and other UAE locations can contact FourTeck for ZKTeco vehicle-access hardware inquiries, compatibility guidance, and quotation support. A company fitting a single staff entrance may only need the radar and a compatible barrier connection, while a multi-site customer may need a standardized set of barriers, sensors, identification readers, mounting accessories, and documentation across several facilities.
For local project planning, share the destination, number of lanes, expected quantity, existing barrier models, and required timeline. FourTeck can then review whether the request should be quoted as individual components or as a broader vehicle-access requirement. This combined approach keeps the discussion focused on the technical design instead of repeating the same product request by city.
GCC and Africa availability
FourTeck also supports business technology inquiries across selected GCC and Africa markets through regional inquiry channels. Customers in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Kenya, Uganda, and other supported locations can ask about vehicle-access equipment, parking barriers, access-control devices, CCTV, networking, servers, storage, and related business technology. Availability, delivery options, warranty handling, and technical support can vary by country, supplier route, project size, and product type.
For cross-border projects, the request should include destination country, quantity, required date, site count, expected installation scope, and whether the customer needs only hardware supply or also design and configuration assistance. If the project is based on a consultant specification, share the requested model revision and compliance documents. If an equivalent or newer model may be acceptable, state that as well so alternatives can be reviewed where appropriate.
Other options buyers may consider
The VR30 addresses presence and barrier safety. Buyers who also need vehicle identification, the barrier itself, or a complete entrance-control workflow should consider adjacent ZKTeco product types rather than expecting one sensor to perform every function.
ZKTeco VR10 Pro radar sensor
A related ZKTeco radar option worth reviewing when the project team wants to compare radar models, product generations, or site-specific requirements before final selection. Confirm the current feature differences and availability during quotation.
ZKTeco parking barriers: BGM1000, CMP200 and ProBG3000
These product families address the moving barrier itself. They are relevant when a project is being designed from scratch or when an older boom barrier also needs replacement. Compatibility between the selected barrier and radar should be confirmed as part of the same request.
ZKTeco UHF5 Pro / UHF10 Pro
Choose a UHF reader when the goal is long-range vehicle credential identification rather than safety-zone presence sensing. This is the most important alternative for buyers who initially describe the requirement as a long-distance vehicle reader.
ZKTeco LPR solutions
License Plate Recognition equipment is appropriate when the system needs to identify a vehicle by its number plate. It can be paired with barrier safety sensing as part of a broader parking-control design.
FourTeck project assistance
Not sure whether the project needs radar, UHF, LPR, a barrier, or a combination? Send the site requirement and FourTeck can help structure the product request around the actual gate workflow.
Why buyers choose FourTeck
Vehicle-access products are easy to mis-specify because several devices can sit around the same barrier while performing completely different jobs. A UHF reader identifies a tag. An LPR camera reads a plate. A barrier controller manages opening and closing logic. A radar such as the VR30 monitors occupancy around the boom. FourTeck helps business buyers separate these functions before preparing the quotation so the order reflects the project requirement rather than only the wording of a product category.
This is useful for procurement teams that receive a model number without a full technical scope, facilities teams replacing a failed component, security integrators building a new entrance, and IT departments coordinating access-control hardware with wider site infrastructure. The support conversation can cover model selection, compatibility questions, related products, delivery destination, quantity, and warranty expectations. Where the exact answer depends on a controller, site drawing, supplier route, or current production revision, FourTeck can flag that point for confirmation instead of filling the gap with an unsupported assumption.
For larger projects, FourTeck can also help consolidate related technology inquiries such as CCTV, access control, networking, servers, storage, UPS systems, and other business IT equipment. This can simplify procurement when the parking entrance is part of a wider office, warehouse, hospitality, education, or commercial deployment.
Clarify radar, UHF, LPR and barrier roles before ordering.
Review controller, lane, power and installation questions.
Support for single-unit, multi-lane and project requests.
Planning based on quantity, destination and supplier status.
Review applicable terms for the quoted product and supply route.
Questions buyers ask about the VR30
These answers focus on product role, compatibility, installation planning, and purchasing decisions that commonly affect a barrier-safety project.
What is the ZKTeco VR30 used for?
It is a 79GHz millimeter-wave radar sensor used around parking boom barriers to detect vehicles and pedestrians in the safety zone. In a correctly integrated system, the barrier can remain open while the zone is occupied and close after the vehicle clears the monitored area. Its purpose is presence and anti-collision support, not user identification.
Is the VR30 a UHF vehicle tag reader?
No. Even though ZKTeco categorizes it within the Long Distance Reader area of its vehicle-management portfolio, the VR30 is a radar presence sensor. It does not replace a UHF credential reader when the requirement is to identify a vehicle tag. Buyers needing both functions should plan a radar sensor plus a compatible identification device.
How far can the radar detect vehicles and pedestrians?
The current manufacturer specification states an adjustable detection distance from 0 to 7 metres, with the same maximum distance applying to vehicles and pedestrians. The correct setting depends on lane geometry, sensor mounting, boom position, nearby traffic, and pedestrian movement. Commissioning should test the actual site rather than simply setting the maximum range.
Can it replace an induction loop?
ZKTeco describes the VR30 as a radar solution that can replace traditional induction-loop detection in suitable barrier applications. Whether it can replace the loop at a particular site depends on the controller logic and any extra functions currently tied to that loop. Existing installations should be documented before removal so ticketing, traffic counting, interlocks, or other dependencies are not overlooked.
Is the VR30 suitable for outdoor gates in the UAE?
The manufacturer lists IP67 protection and an operating temperature range from -40°C to 85°C, which gives the sensor a strong environmental specification for outdoor use. The installation still needs proper mounting, protected cabling, stable 12V DC power, and consideration of direct sun, physical impact, water exposure, and the operating limits of the other barrier components.
How is the device configured or debugged?
Current ZKTeco information lists Bluetooth and RS485 for online debugging or upgrading and identifies the ZKEasy Go application for compatible mobile devices. The manufacturer specifies iOS 12 or later and Android 10 or later. Actual commissioning should be carried out by personnel who understand the barrier-control wiring and the intended detection zone.
What should I provide when requesting a quote?
Share the model name, quantity, delivery location, barrier brand and controller model, lane width or a simple site drawing, desired detection distance, and whether the sensor is for a new gate or replacement of an existing loop. Also state whether you need supply only, installation coordination, configuration assistance, project documentation, or related vehicle-identification hardware.
Can FourTeck help confirm compatibility?
FourTeck can help review the stated requirement, barrier model, lane layout, power availability, related access-control hardware, and whether the project needs radar, UHF, LPR, or a combination. Final compatibility can depend on the exact controller and installation design, so provide as much site and product information as possible before the quotation is finalized.
Is the ZKTeco VR30 available in Dubai?
FourTeck can assist with current product inquiries in Dubai and the wider UAE. Availability may change according to supplier status, order quantity, and project timing, so it should be confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed from a generic online listing. Buyers can also ask about related barriers, UHF readers, LPR solutions, and access-control equipment in the same request.
Can businesses request multiple units for several gates?
Yes. For multi-lane or multi-site requirements, provide the number of gates, whether the barrier models are identical, each lane layout, destination locations, required timeline, and any standard installation specification. A project quantity can then be reviewed with consistent product documentation and configuration guidance while still allowing for lane-specific range or mounting differences.
Need help planning the right barrier safety setup?
FourTeck can review the intended lane, barrier controller, quantity, power, detection distance, delivery location, and whether the project also needs UHF identification, LPR, ticketing, or related access-control hardware before preparing a quotation.
For the fastest technical review, share:
- Barrier make and controller model
- Lane width and boom position
- Quantity and delivery location
- New installation or loop replacement
- Required project date and support scope
