Significantly improves trailer pool sizing and tractor to trailer
ratio for maximum utilization
ROCHELLE PARK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 23, 2017--
ORBCOMM Inc. (Nasdaq: ORBC), a global provider of Machine-to-Machine
(M2M) and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, today announced that it
has been selected by B.A.H. Express, Inc. (BAH) to provide an industry-leading
asset tracking solution for its dry van trailer fleet. ORBCOMM’s
end-to-end solution will provide wireless connectivity through its
proprietary hardware and a web-based reporting platform for optimal fleet
management.
A nationwide truckload carrier headquartered in Conley, GA, B.A.H. is
using ORBCOMM’s end-to-end telematics
system, which is self-powered with solar recharging technology and does
not require external power. The ruggedized, sealed and waterproof solar
panel provides continuous power to rechargeable batteries, offering
reliable service without maintenance or battery changes for the typical
life of the asset. ORBCOMM’s solution includes a robust web
application with data reporting and analytics capabilities to
increase visibility and security of B.A.H.’s dry van trailers, whether
they are en route or unhooked sitting in a yard. ORBCOMM’s telematics
solution also integrates with the McLeod
LoadMaster™ dispatch software platform, enabling B.A.H. to capture
near-real-time asset data every 15 minutes, including operational
condition, start/stop reports and GPS position, through one
comprehensive system.
“The ORBCOMM solution’s power-efficient solar technology and advanced
reporting capabilities enable B.A.H to continuously track and monitor
their trailers whether they are on the road, sitting idle or unloading
at a distribution center,” said Marc Eisenberg, ORBCOMM’s Chief
Executive Officer. “We take great pride in providing B.A.H. with a
long-lasting, maintenance-free solution they can rely on to optimize
their transport operations and deliver a strong ROI.”
“We selected ORBCOMM as our technology partner to upgrade and enhance
our telematics program because of their proven success in the
transportation industry in providing reliable products backed by
end-to-end support that drive efficiencies across the business,” said
Waymon Hemmings, CEO of B.A.H. Express, Inc. “ORBCOMM’s solution enables
us to remotely manage our trailer pools at each location thereby
improving our tractor to trailer ratio, cutting costs and maximizing
trailer productivity.”
B.A.H. expects to complete deployment of ORBCOMM’s solution in the third
quarter of 2017.
About ORBCOMM Inc.
ORBCOMM Inc. (Nasdaq: ORBC) is a leading global provider of Machine-to-Machine
(M2M) communication solutions and the only commercial satellite
network dedicated to M2M. ORBCOMM’s unique combination of global
satellite, cellular and dual-mode network connectivity, hardware, web
reporting applications and software is the M2M industry’s most complete
service offering. Our solutions are designed to remotely track, monitor,
and control fixed and mobile assets in core vertical markets including
transportation & distribution, heavy equipment, industrial fixed assets,
oil & gas, maritime, mining and government.
With nearly 20 years of innovation and expertise in M2M, ORBCOMM has
more than 1.69 million subscribers with a diverse customer base
including premier OEMs such as Caterpillar Inc., Doosan Infracore
America, Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd., John Deere, Komatsu
Ltd., and Volvo Construction Equipment, as well as end-to-end solutions
customers such as C&S Wholesale, Canadian National Railways, CR England,
Hub Group, KLLM Transport Services, Marten Transport, Swift
Transportation, Target, Tropicana, Tyson Foods, Walmart and Werner
Enterprises. For more information, visit www.orbcomm.com.
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Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements
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achievements, or industry results, to be materially different from any
future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such
forward-looking statements. In addition, specific consideration should
be given to various factors described in Part I, Item 1A. “Risk Factors”
and Part II, Item 7. “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations,” and elsewhere in our Annual Report
on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2015, and other documents,
on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company
undertakes no obligation to publicly revise any forward-looking
statements or cautionary factors, except as required by law.
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