‘Pneu’ data-capture system for OTR
OTR Tyres have integrated a new tyre data capture system into their TotalTyreLogic system – the world’s first commercially available, fully electronic, inspection and tyre-management system.
The data-capture system, developed in partnership with Derbyshire-based Pneu-Logic, is the first phase of a multi-phase technology programme planned between OTR and Pneu-Logic and involves using a hand-held device to electronically capture tyre pressure and tread depth readings and wirelessly input them into OTR’s TyreLogic tyre-management system.
Subsequent phases will include a special RFID tyre identification service, which will be fully integrated into the hand-held devices and will allow complete ‘cradle-to-grave’ tyre tracking.
Graeme Manning, commercial director for OTR Tyres, said: ‘With this new technology, our customers will have complete visibility of the management of their tyres on a real-time basis. In the current economic climate, it is vital to constantly monitor and optimize tyre usage to maximize uptime and profitability.
‘We believe that by combining Pneu-Logic’s technology and our knowledge and experience of earthmover tyres, we will be able to deliver an exciting range of leading-edge products and services to our customers.’
The new OTR probe features automated and motorized tread depth measurements up to 130mm and pressure measurement up to 190 psi. The ruggedly designed unit, which includes a large-area foot to span the wide tread of large off-road tyres, is able to send its measurements to a PDA, PC or Smartphone via a Bluetooth serial connection.
