ORBCOMM has added new features to its data-driven truck telematics solution to improve visibility and safety for drivers. The new features include a cargo camera sensor, a tractor id sensor for refrigerated trailers, and new safety and maintenance integrations.

The cargo camera sensor is designed to allow fleets to save time and eliminate margin of error by identifying the status of a trailer with images that show load and unload progress, load shift, cargo or asset damage, dunnage and cleanout verification. The device can send images to the back office when the trailer’s door is opened or closed while paired with a door sensor as well as when the driver begins or ends a move for optimal visibility and security. Image capture can be triggered manually from the back office at any time so that dispatch can see the status of the trailer when needed. The sensor can capture, store and transmit hundreds of images.

The tractor id sensor for refrigerated trailers incorporates Bluetooth and radar filtering technology to address incorrect tractor-trailer pairing. The sensor filters out nearby trailers that could otherwise lead to inaccurate pairings. By validating that drivers are transporting the correct refrigerated cargo to the correct location on time, ORBCOMM’s Tractor ID sensor is designed to prevent loss of revenue due to increased fuel usage and cargo spoilage.

ORBCOMM has completed a new integration with Bendix focused on fleet safety and collision avoidance. Bendix’s software collects and transmits safety data and video of severe events off the vehicle along with driver identification and transforms it into actionable information in real time. With Bendix, ORBCOMM customers can assess driving trends and develop targeted driver training to improve fleet safety and compliance. ORBCOMM is also partnering with Noregon to help customers achieve greater savings on vehicle maintenance and increase uptime with their TripVision software and is adding trailer maintenance to provide a complete picture of fleet health.

“ORBCOMM is delivering innovative sensor technology and feature enhancements to provide the transportation industry with the most comprehensive, data-driven truck solution that extends from the asset’s nose to tail,” said Chris MacDonald, ORBCOMM’s Senior Vice President of North America Sales. “We are empowering our customers with deep insights about their operations to address their pain points, increase the efficiency of their fleet and their drivers and enable them to make more informed business decisions – all through one integrated platform.”