Trailer tracking
 | This article relies largely or entirely on a single source. (March 2009) |
Trailer tracking is tracking the position of an articulated vehicle’s trailer unit through a tracking device fitted to the trailer.[1] A communication network or satellite network is then used to transfer this positional data to a centralised collection point. Trailer tracking is used to increase productivity by optimising the use of trailer fleets.
Trailer tracking system[]
Trailer tracking systems can provide essential information to trailer operators on; status, location, door activity and history. These systems utilize the information to provide reliable and protected services to shippers of perishable commodities.
Trailer Tracking is also a trucking term in which, when a Semi turns a corner the trailer tires will be closer to the curb (even jump the curb if semi turns to sharp) than the truck cab will be.
Trailer tracking systems require 4 essential components to operate.
- Tracking Device
- Communication Network
- Back-end Server and Database
- User Interface Software
See also[]
- GPS tracking server
- GPS tracking unit
References[]
- ^ Donath, Bob (2002). The IOMA Handbook of Logistics and Inventory Management. John Wiley and Sons. p. 320. ISBN 978-0-471-20935-5.
- Logistics