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Even a single underinflated tire could lead to
a sudden blowout, preventing the driver from
completing a safe, on-time delivery. The downtime
caused by an emergency road call could
lead to additional delays and lost revenue.
Predictive maintenance
and tires
Tires need to be checked and
maintained more than any
other component on a truck
and therefore stand to disproportionately
benefit from the
addition of automation paired
with sensors and analytics.
Predictive tire maintenance
tools, such as Halo Connect
from Aperia Technologies,
leverage machine learning to
assess countless variables such
as geography, temperature, and
pressure profile to diagnose and
categorize tire issues by severity,
which assists in cost-effective
maintenance planning.
Data is continually captured by
the system and compared with
historical markers to recognize
tire damage accumulated, spot
early warning signs of potential
failures, and plan the right time
for maintenance.
With each mile, the predictive
analytics of the system
gets smarter. These features
enable fleet managers to
confidently make decisions
about where and when to
service
tires, minimizing
disruptions and maximizing
equipment utilization. By
coupling active inflation with
machine learning, fleets utilizing
Halo Connect are trimming
unplanned, tire-related
downtime by an estimated
90%. The result is a decrease in
on-road breakdowns, reduced
technician diagnostic time,
and increased automation of
routine tasks.
By constantly managing
tire pressure and alerting
when tire health is jeopardized,
this technology can
eliminate human error and
simplifies processes for drivers
and other employees alike. It
extends the lifespan of tires by
reducing wear and tear from
underinflation while improving
overall driving performance
and fuel efficiency by
ensuring optimal pressure.
If a more serious issue is
likely to occur, the system
notifies maintenance personnel
to begin preparations for a repair process
that will minimize downtime and help technicians
focus on the highest-priority repair work.
With tools such as Halo Connect, fleets no
longer rely on time intervals and historical
assumptions, and tire maintenance shifts to
a predictive model based on specific data and
actual utilization.
Unlike other truck systems, the technology
capable of transforming fleet tire maintenance
is mature and available now. The savings and
intelligence enabled by these digital tools will
build a predictive maintenance foundation that
larger investments in IoT and predictive maintenance
practices can build on as they mature
in the future.
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