Introduction

A Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) designed to monitor the air pressure in a vehicle’s tires and provide real-time information to the driver. The TPMS helps ensure that tires are properly inflated, which can improve fuel efficiency, enhance vehicle handling and stability, and extend the file of the tires. The system typically consists of sensors mounted on each tire that measure the air pressure and transmit the data to a display unit in the vehicle, such as a dashboard display or a handheld tool. If the pressure in any tire falls below the recommended  level, the TPMS will alert the driver. This allows the driver to take action to address the issue and prevent potential safety hazards, such as flat tires or decreased handling ability.

According to one report, 738 motor vehicle traffic fatalities were caused by tire-related crashes in 2017. Aside from the risk to human life, improperly managed tyre pressure can reduce vehicle performance and fuel efficiency, as well as cause costly downtime for logistics fleets. TPMS eliminates the need for drivers to manually check tyre pressure, as well as the possibility of human error. These systems ensure that tyre pressure is always at optimal levels, which not only prevents accidents but also increases fuel efficiency and reduces tyre wear and tear.

Safe Truck’s application which is Track Vision that consists of Tire Pressure Monitoring System is and IoT-enabled  wireless sensor monitoring system that allow drivers and managers to view real-time tire pressure and temperature data. It automatically alerts drivers when tires are underinflated, helping to increase fuel efficiency and possibly prevent a blowout.

By increasing driver awareness of tyre conditions, TPMS improves vehicle handling, reduces unnecessary wear, reduces braking distances, improves fuel economy, and reduces tire-related crashes. Traditional TPMS, on the other hand, have limited functionality in that all tyre issues are represented in the same way: a dashboard light is triggered when low pressure is detected. IoT technology has the potential to improve these systems by providing more accurate and easy-to-visualize data about tyre condition, allowing drivers to fully understand what is going on beneath their vehicles.

A Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) works by using sensors mounted on each tire to measure the air pressure and temperature. The sensors transmit this information wirelessly to a receiver located in the vehicle, which processes the data and displays it on a dashboard display or handheld device.

When a tire is under-inflated, the TPMS will activate a warning light or sound an audible alert to alert the driver. The driver can then take action to address the issue, such as adding air to the tire, to maintain proper tire pressure and prevent potential safety hazards.

In some TPMS systems, the sensors are integrated into tire valves and are powered by small batteries. These sensors can transmit tire pressure data at regular intervals, typically once per minute, to the vehicle receiver. The receiver processes the data and compares it to the manufacturer’s recommended tire pressure specifications to determine if any tire is under-inflated. If a tire is found to be under-inflated , the TPMS will activate a warning light or sound an audible alert to alert the driver.

In other TPMS systems, the sensors are installed inside the wheel and are powered by the vehicle’s electrical system. These sensors can transmit tire pressure data in real-time, providing continuous monitoring of tire pressure and allowing detection of any changes.

Tire pressure monitoring systems can be direct or indirect. Direct systems must install a physical sensor on each tyre to measure the actual air pressure in the tyre. In contrast, indirect systems measure the speed of tyre rotations to determine if tyre performance is above or below normal levels. Both systems send alerts to the user’s mobile device if tyre pressure falls below a safe level or changes rapidly, allowing the user to initiate an immediate repair before returning to the road.

Overall, the TPMS is a critical safety feature that helps drivers to maintain proper tire pressure and avoid potential hazards on the road. By providing real-time pressure information, TPMS helps improve fuel efficiency, enhance vehicle handling and stability, and extend the life of the tires.

Why do Fleets Need Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)?

Here are some key points on why fleets need a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS):

• Improved safety: TPMS alerts drivers to under-inflated tires, which can cause accidents and reduced stability, and properly inflated tires improve vehicle handling and stability.
• Fuel efficiency: TPMS ensures properly inflated tires, reducing rolling resistance and increasing fuel efficiency.
• Tire life extension: TPMS alerts drivers to under-inflated tires, which can cause uneven wear and reduce tire life.
• Maintenance cost reduction: TPMS detects and prevents tire-related issues, reducing maintenance costs.
• Real-time monitoring: TPMS provides real-time tire pressure information, allowing fleet managers to take proactive measures to maintain tire pressure.
• Improved fleet performance: TPMS can be integrated with other fleet management technologies to provide a comprehensive view of fleet operations, reducing costs and improving safety.
• Other benefits include fuel savings, longer tire life, accident prevention, reduced vehicle downtime, increased vehicle value, environmental efficiency, and better insurance rates.

Why you need to choose SafeTruck TPMS?

Benefits of choosing SafeTruck TPMS:

• Direct TPMS with a physical sensor installed on each tire.
• Real-time tire pressure readings.
• Reports on historical pressure readings.
• Waterproof and accurate measurement.
• Battery lasts approximately ten years.
• No need to reset after tire rotation and inflating tires.
• Warning functions when air pressure is too low or too high.

Integrating TPMS with SafeTruck’s TMS telematics gateway offers valuable benefits, including trend identification and early problem detection within fleets.

Our alerts and reports enable companies to save time and resources by effectively managing vehicle maintenance. Tire pressure data is transmitted via CAN bus or BLE sensors, which are seamlessly reported to our monitoring system. Fleet operators are promptly informed of pressure values through the corresponding widget.

After installation, managers gain real-time access to tire pressure monitoring, generate comprehensive reports on historical pressure readings for individual vehicles or the entire fleet, and receive alerts for unexpected pressure drops that may indicate a flat tire. Additionally, our reports provide valuable historical data, such as identifying vehicles with frequent tire pressure warnings or determining tires that require air more often.

TrackVision’s tire pressure monitoring solutions contribute to fleet safety, efficiency, responsiveness, and compliance. To learn more, visit our website at www.safetruck.co.