A global innovator in the industrial Internet of Things (IoT) has introduced a new satellite as an accessory for asset tracking and monitoring devices.
US company, Orbcomm, has added two-way, global satellite connectivity to its devices to create dual-mode capability for its transportation solutions.
This system is designed for simple plug and play for refrigerated trailers, dry vans, light and heavy duty commercial vehicles and rail cars. It also has a built-in navigation module enabling global reporting of location data to provide complete management of reefer and dry transportation assets.
Over-the-air satellite updates allow the peripheral to receive updated firmware versions without having to send a technician to the site.
“Orbcomm has vast experience developing satellite, cellular and dual-mode technologies to create powerful multi-mode products and services, which is a significant competitive advantage to the Company,” said Orbcomm Executive Vice President of Product Development, Craig Malone. “Through our satellite as an accessory offering, transportation customers can affordably deploy dual-mode solutions that ensure the reliability and longevity of their communications anywhere in the world. By this time next year, we expect nearly all of our product lines to have this unique capability, bringing dual-mode connectivity to a broader base of customers across multiple vertical markets.”
Meanwhile, large fleets, according to Isuzu Australia, are well placed to combat post-COVID challenges.