Tracking (August 01, 2008)

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TELUS has launched three new GPS applications for business: the “Asset Tracker,” the “Resource Tracker,” and the “Track and Dispatch.” According to TELUS, the Asset Tracker enables businesses to keep track of assets large and small; the Resource Tracker allows businesses to increase safety and productivity through real-time location monitoring of workers; and the Track and Dispatch system gives the home office the ability to determine which is the closest mobile worker to a new job assignment or to immediately dispatch help if a worker needs assistance. Both Resource Tracker and Track and Dispatch are now available on PCS BlackBerry and Windows Mobile smart phones. For more info, visit a Telus retailer.

Blue Sky Network has introduced its D411 satellite fleet tracking solution, which the company touts as its simplest and most affordable fleet tracking system. It’s designed for fleets operating in remote areas with unreliable cellular coverage, and provides near real-time visibility of vehicles, the company says. For more information, visit www.blueskynetwork.com.

Carrier Transicold has introduced a new asset management tool to assist with its RoadCare contract maintenance programs. ViewPoint is a Web-based tool that allows cus-tomers to increase uptime and predict maintenance costs while also providing information about their fleets, the company says. Carrier dealers use ViewPoint to provide customers with information such as: notifications of maintenance due; online scheduling; work order generation for non-emergency repairs; online view of unit maintenance and repair history; customized report generation; and quick and easy identification of problem units. For more information, visit a Carrier Transicold dealer or visit www.trucktrailer.carrier.com.

ALK Technologies has released its PC*Miler 22 product line, with recent routing, mileage and mapping upgrades. It includes updated truck restrictions and allowances, toll costs by weight and axle, custom vehicle dimension routing and real-time fuel optimization, the company says. For more information about the updates, visit www. pcmiler.com.

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