Trakm8 T8 hardware has been adapted so that the data from the tachograph can be downloaded via the secure hand shake process required by VOSA without the need for any other hardware. The T8 already has full CAN Bus functionality for driver behaviour solutions and to identify any vehicle fault and service requirements. As a result the Trakm8 hardware solution is far more cost effective to install than most other available solutions, according to the company.
“Trakm8 tacho analyser” provides operators with driver and vehicle hours information required to monitor the legal compliance under the EU driver’s hours regulations, and the GB domestic rules as enforced by VOSA. All tachograph data is validated and stored securely to meet legal requirements.
“Trakm8 tacho mobile” has been launched to provide to the driver and the fleet manager the current driver hours status and history on an easy-to-read mobile application.
This data has been integrated into Trakm8’s routing and scheduling package “Trakm8 logistics” to over lay the driver hours available with the various other constraints or distance and traffic information to establish the optimum schedule for deliveries.
Other optional software packages available provide daily vehicle check compliance through “Trakm8 HGV day check” and driver behaviour compliance with “Trakm8 time manager”.
Trakm8’s CEO, John Watkins, said: ‘Trakm8 tacho is the first of the next-generation solutions following the large increase in engineering resource announced in October last year. We are positively surprised by the take-up of this technology by our lead customers who have already integrated the tachograph information into their driver planning modules to optimise their routings.’
TruTac MD Terry Ramsey added: ‘Planning deliveries using accurate tachograph data to optimise routes is common sense. Integrating live data and transmitting direct to the transport office enables real-time efficient vehicle and driver management; massively improving productivity and providing various cost benefits.’
