The Top 5 considerations for OTR & Industrial operators when purchasing a connected 24/7 TPMS solution for your fleet. Gary Brierley outlines a few things to consider.
For the past six years, the ATLAS Tyre Pressure Monitoring System has provided a real-time TPMS solution to the global OTR and Industrial tyre user community. Our ATLAS system is known for its reliability, innovative technology, ease of installation, ease of use, and affordability, which ensures a rapid return on investment.
Based on Industry feedback, we have identified the top five criteria for a connected OTR and Industrial tyre TPMS solution that will help in any decision-making process:
Real-time tyre pressure and temperature monitoring: OTR & Industrial, (IND) tyre users require a connected 24/7 TPMS solution that provides real-time monitoring of tyre pressure and temperature. This is essential for ensuring the safety and efficiency of the vehicles and equipment that rely on these tyres. It’s perfect for obtaining cold pressure readings too. Why? because the air inside the tyre expands as it heats up. As a result, if you check the tyre pressure when the tyre is hot, you may get a higher reading than the actual pressure.
Predictive maintenance alerts: OTR/IND tyre users need a connected 24/7 TPMS solution that can provide predictive maintenance alerts. This will enable them to schedule maintenance before a potential issue turns into a major problem, reducing the likelihood of costly downtime and repairs. Two recent conversations with operators stick out for me. One had a call out break down tyre service bill in the UK of £2000 for his mobile crane. The other in the US, an $8,000 a day loss in productivity when waiting for an OTR tyre to be replaced by his tyre service provider. These examples highlight the importance of proper tyre maintenance and management in industrial and commercial settings.
Customisable alerts: OTR/IND tyre users require a connected 24/7 TPMS solution that allows them to set customisable alerts based on their specific needs. For example, they may want to receive alerts when tyre pressure drops below a certain level or when a tyre temperature exceeds a certain threshold.
Easy to install and use: OTR/IND tyre users require a connected 24/7 TPMS solution that is easy to install and use. Ideally, the solution should be designed to work with all wide range of OTR/IND tyres, vehicles, machines and be user-friendly, even for those with little technical knowledge. The system should be able to be fitted, even whilst the operator is on their lunch break! Ideally between thirty minutes and one-hour dependant on the machine.
Data analysis and reporting: OTR/IND tyre users require a connected 24/7 TPMS solution that provides data analysis and reporting capabilities. This will enable them to identify trends, monitor performance, and make informed decisions about maintenance and replacement.
Considerations for OTR TPMS – Benefits
Using the ATLAS 24/7 connected TPMS solution will bring benefits to OTR/IND tyre users, including:
Increased safety: Real-time monitoring of tyre pressure and temperature can help prevent blowouts and other tyre-related accidents, increasing the safety of operators and equipment.
Reduced downtime and repair costs: Predictive maintenance alerts and customisable alerts can help users schedule maintenance before a potential issue turns into a major problem, reducing downtime and repair costs.
Improved efficiency: By monitoring tyre pressure and temperature in real-time and providing predictive maintenance alerts, the ATLAS 24/7 connected TPMS solution can help improve the efficiency of OTR/IND vehicles and machines.
Enhanced data analysis and reporting: The ATLAS 24/7 connected TPMS solution can provide users with data analysis and reporting capabilities, enabling them to make informed decisions about maintenance and replacement based on trends and performance metrics.
Easy to install and use: The ATLAS 24/7 connected TPMS solution is designed to be easy to install and use, making it accessible to a wide range of OTR tyre users, regardless of their technical knowledge.
Find out more about how ATLAS technology and our after sales service is ‘pushing the boundaries’ for OTR and Industrial tyre users: TPMS in OTR
