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• VeMIS from Leafield AVM in Birmingham, allows drivers to download data at the end of a shift into a "buffer" computer back at base. The data is collected by VeMIS at agreed intervals for processing through the company's Fastdata system and returned to the haulier, with areas highlighted that need management attention. The £1,599 price tag includes a card reader, buffer PC, modem and cabling.
Contact Leofield AVM on 0121-366 6470.
• Trace All (Advanced Transport Telematics), made by Tracer of Birmingham, combines security and data collection capabilities, offering automatic vehicle recognition and data transfer. Transmitters on trailers specify trailer identity, last location, time, date and mileage. Fuel used and fuel required is recorded on vehicle units. At £165 for each vehicle transmitter and £450 for a base unit receiver this is one for the smaller operator to consider.
Contact Tracer on (01203) 690991.
• TMC (for Tank Truck Management Computer), from German company FA Sening, features an in-cab computer screen and printer to process, control and record customers' scheduling, transport and delivery data. A magnetic card reader incorporates a security check at access and the ability to accept payment by credit card.
Contact UK agent George MeIler on 0181579 2111.
• LogiX, supplied by Distribution Planning Software (DPS) of Halesowen, West Midlands, can be used for routeing, scheduling and order management. It enables an operator to keep records of performance and delivery patterns.
Contact DPS on 0121585 6633.