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Joining forces for connected refrigerated transport: Mitsubishi heavy industries Thermal Transport europe and idem telematics

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Transport Europe GmbH (MTTE) is on course for growth with climate-friendly, highly efficient transport refrigeration systems featuring renowned Japanese quality and reliability. Most recently, the German-based subsidiary of the Japanese industrial group gained recognition with its noise- and exhaustfree, all-electric cooling systems. Now the company is cooperating with idem telematics, (a BPW Group company) the European market leader for open-system transport telematics: both companies are combining their expertise in refrigerated transport with the aim of providing road hauliers with more efficiency, safety and service throughout the entire transport process.

At the iAA Transportation exhibition, Mitsubishi heavy industries Thermal Transport europe presented for the first time a system-open telematics portal based on the market-leading cargofleet3 solution from idem telematics, but enhanced with specific functions. The portal integrates predictive monitoring and proactive service functions of the refrigeration system. Thanks to open interfaces, this solution harmonises with all vehicles, telematics hardware as well as software applications, such as transport management systems, rental company systems, freight wallets, erP systems and much more. in the high-end class of transport refrigeration - the gdPcertified transport of medical products - the system ensures seamless monitoring and digital documentation of the entire transport process.

To explain further björn reckhorn, Managing director sales & After sales at Mitsubishi heavy industries Thermal Transport europe gmbh said: “Transport logistics are unthinkable today without telematics. we are pleased to be working with idem telematics, because we share the same view of quality, safety and system openness. Together we tap into the efficiency gains of telematics for transport companies and at the same time protect their independence from individual providers. A significant issue for both companies is predictive analysis, so that the system always remains operational and is maintained at the perfect time.”

Jens Zeller, Managing director of idem telematics added: “More and more of our transport customers are choosing Mitsubishi because they appreciate the reliability, performance and ultra-fast, precise response of the transport refrigeration systems. The interaction of our telematics with Mitsubishi refrigeration technology has proven itself for years; now we are looking forward to taking the cooperation to the next level together.”

Talson proudly celebrates its 40th anniversary

One of the leading box trailer manufacturers and Europe’s market leader in air cargo semi-trailer manufacturing, Talson proudly celebrates its 40th year anniversary this year.

Talson was established by a University graduate of aviation technology, Kees Thunnissen in 1982, who successfully merged aircraft design with box trailers and gave rise to the Talson trailer made of aluminium, with a self-supporting upper structure delivering lower weight and best internal load heights. one of the first developers of roller tracks for air cargo and the inventor of the Talfix multi-functional load carrying system, Talson keeps delivering innovative, sustainable, reliable trailers assuring the high quality and functionality that is standard for loyal Talson customers for four decades.

with 40 years of experience, Talson has mastered the needs of all box trailer users. its product range, including air cargo, multi-functional boxes for general cargo, intermodal solutions, fNA line, as well as inner-city logistic boxes, is a perfect fit for narrow city streets.

As the world aligns with regulations that aim to protect our future, Talson proudly contributes to achieving this target as the only box manufacturer in europe to manufacture its vehicles primarily out of aluminium. being made of aluminium, Talson vehicles have a longer product life and Talson customers on average use their aluminium vehicles for 15 years, 25% more product life than conventional vehicles. while Talson Aluminium box vehicles contribute to its customers’ strong Total cost of ownership (Tco), they also prevent material waste associated with fleet renewal needs. in addition, Talson vehicles offer modular aluminium side walls made of separate riveted panels that allow less costly and faster repair but also minimise material waste.

Talson’s multi-functional Talfix system, with more than 10,000 holes on side panels as well as a wide range of loading options, enables its customers to use their trailer capacity more efficiently, resulting in less fuel consumption and less co2 emissions.

Customers and potential stakeholders of Van Eck Trailers had the chance to explore the latest state-of-the-art transport solutions in Hall 27 – Stand E32. celebrating its 110th anniversary in 2022, van eck, the expert trailer manufacturer from the Netherlands, continues to remain passionate for high-quality and innovation constantly evolving its road transport systems with sustainability in mind. with the aim of finding the best possible transport solutions to meet customers’ needs, each vehicle from van eck’s product range, namely eckstreme series, Twindeck vehicles, ecko co2mbi series, Lhv vehicles, eckpress series, Air cargo vehicles, eckcellent series Temperature controlled box and distribution box vehicles and eckspert series special vehicles, are designed and built with uncompromising quality. van eck has the longest history of developing Lhv trailers and is the only manufacturer to produce its own roller bed systems for the eckspress series which differentiates its Air-cargo vehicles. in line with its vision to reinvent modern road transport for a more sustainable future, van eck Trailers has become a solid partner of the european commission-backed Aeroflex Project, contributing to the development of the aerodynamics of Lhvs as well as the development of the e-dolly. van eck also proudly took part in the european commission-backed Transformers project to further the development of the Transformer trailer that is optimised for the best aerodynamic performance.

The van eck team also contributed to the european commission-backed horizon 2020 project developing smart loading units, taking inspiration from air cargo-like loading and unloading with packing standardisation offering warehouse management ease of use.

van eck Trailers demonstrate its 110 year expertise

New products with iQ from sAf-hoLLANd

New developments by SAF Holland premiered at the IAA Transportation included the SAF TRAKr regenerative braking axle which will go into production this year, as well as its SAF-HOLLAND Automated Coupling. Other products on exhibition were the sensor-based Smart Axle with the SAF TrailerMaster telematics system and the new SAF TIRE PILOT I.Q. tyre pressure monitoring system as well as the digital products in the SAF-HOLLAND I.Q. portal. with the sAf TrAKr regenerative braking axle, sAf-hoLLANd offers more efficiency and sustainability. The electric trailer axle can be used on all trailers with electrical consuming units such as refrigerated semi-trailers or semi-trailers for construction materials, but also in vehicles with electro-hydraulic units such as moving-floor vehicles or tanker trucks. it reduces or even completely eliminates noise, particulate and co2 emissions. in addition to the added comfort for the driver, the sAf TrAKr meets all legal requirements for inner-city low-emission and environmental restriction zones.

with the sAf-hoLLANd Automated coupling system, the manufacturer proves its expertise for the interface between truck and trailer. As an important step towards autonomous driving, automatic coupling automates and accelerates the coupling and uncoupling tasks with a sensor-based process. for drivers that means more safety, time savings and an attractive workplace in the cab. The shAc system with its high-speed data transfer in real time is a key element for making automation of semi-trailer trucks economically viable in the long term. in relation to the digitalisation movement, sAf-hoLLANd is working on an intelligent, networked trailer that is integrated into the digital logistics processes. The objectives of the smart Axle concept include increased safety, optimised processes, lower overall costs and compliance with the latest legislation. The smart Axle is accordingly supplied with sensors for wheel-end monitoring, including brake and tyre pressure. The sAf TrailerMaster telematics solution provides digital data in real time – for more transparency, safety and efficiency as well as reduced vehicle downtime.

The new sAf Tire PiLoT i.Q. is also part of the smart Axle solution for digitalisation of trailers. it meets the requirements of gsrii 2019/2144 and ece-r-141, which will make tyre pressure monitoring systems mandatory from 2024. when the tyre pressure drops below the pre-set value, an indicator informs the driver and the tyre-inflating system automatically increases the pressure. The digitalised system prevents complete failure of the tyres, optimises their service life and saves fuel thanks to the continuously correct tyre pressure.