ZF Launches New Trailer Telematics Solution


By Priya Singh

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Updated On: 05-Jul-2024 11:46 AM


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It provides real-time, data-enriched operational insights, improving trailer performance and reliability.

Key Highlights:

ZF's Commercial Vehicles Solutions (CVS) division has introduced a new trailer telematics solution with an integrated and simplified package that improves uptime and performance while lowering costs for trailer manufacturers, rental firms, and fleets. ZF's product makes it easier to digitalize trailer operations.

Features

The new solution is an "all-in-one" package that combines several technologies:

These are connected to ZF's SCALAR cloud platform via the SCALAR EVO Pulse connectivity device.

Regulatory Compliance and Efficiency

The solution is designed to meet the latest GDPR (EU) and UN ECE regulation R141. It provides real-time, data-enriched operational insights, improving trailer performance and reliability. This benefits trailer OEMs and fleet operators by:

Hjalmar Van Raemdonck, Head of Digital Solutions at ZF, stated: "This package takes ZF's expertise in innovative trailer components and combines it with our digital skills to develop a solution that benefits both trailer OEMs and fleet operators."

"With close to fifty years of experience in trailer technology development, ZF remains at the forefront of innovation with intelligent components, digital solutions, and services tailored for trailer manufacturers, fleet operators, and leasing companies," stated Christiaan Verschueren, Vice President of Trailer Solutions.

Constancio Villodre, CEO of Parcisa, a Spanish manufacturer of stainless steel and aluminum road tankers, expressed enthusiasm for ZF's new trailer telematics package. He said, "Branded as 'Parcisa Connect,' this innovative solution enables customers to remotely manage their entire fleet. It provides a comprehensive set of data and tools that enhance planning and routing, improve service time management, facilitate driver communication, and promote eco-driving."

Benefits for Fleet Managers

Fleet managers can use this solution to:

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CMV360 Says

ZF's new trailer telematics solution is a big step in making trailer operations more digital. The integration of different systems into one package makes trailers more efficient and reliable while reducing costs. This smart approach can help both manufacturers and fleet operators and might set a new industry standard.