Following a multimillion dollar research and development effort, TransCore introduces a smaller, faster, more power efficient and compelling value proposition for satellite-based asset tracking technology to expand opportunities within the trucking market.

At the heart of these innovations is a new core modem that reduces the size of the terminals and extends battery life from the usual three years up to seven years, doubling battery life of trailer tracking products on the market. By eliminating the need for frequent battery replacement or using unreliable and expensive rechargeable batteries, TransCore resolves a long-standing impairment to widespread adoption of un-tethered tracking applications.
"In an industry burdened by market volatility and increased security demands, manufacturers must make satellite tracking technology more accessible," said John Worthington, president of TransCore. "As we see with consumer electronics, the evolution of technology delivers greater functionality and streamlined design, all with a more desirable value proposition. The fleet market should realize these same benefits."
Through this technical advancement, TransCore introduces two new GlobalWave satellite data communication terminals, one for basic tracking applications and one that enables both tracking and monitoring with a full suite of sensors. Both enable two-way, all-satellite, nationwide communication between fleet operators and assets. What makes these satellite communication units particularly appealing are design modifications that yield various benefits, such as:
-- Third-generation core modem: Faster response -- under a minute compared to some systems that can take as long as 90 minutes; efficient power management with less battery drain; and integrated GPS.
-- Streamlined design: Lowest height profile of any unit on the market, reducing the height to just above three quarters of an inch (0.8 inches), making it less visually obvious and reducing the potential for theft or dismantling.
-- Reduced power usage: Longest battery life on the market, increasing battery life from the usual three years up to seven years, and ultimately reducing the number of times equipment is taken out of use for maintenance or additional expense associated with rechargeable batteries.
-- Easier installation: Can be installed in under 10 minutes on loaded or unloaded trailers.
-- Seamless integration: Interfaces with leading transportation management software (TMS) providers.