ZF unveils innovative, fully integrated and interoperable e-CMR platform solution for the paperless transportation of goods world-wide. Further supporting the digital transformation of fleets across Europe, ZF will demonstrate its latest AI-based smart software solutions, including TX-FUELBOT, which is at the cutting-edge of fleet fuel optimization. For the first time since announcing their long-term agreement, ZF and Goodyear will demonstrate an integrated suite of fleet and tyre management applications supporting mixed and multi-brand fleets.
Friedrichshafen, Germany. ZF will showcase how its pioneering technologies, fleet management, trailer and aftermarket solutions are helping enhance fleet strategies for differentiation at Solutrans 2021, one of the industry’s largest trade shows for light and heavy commercial vehicles. ZF will present its industry-leading Fleet Management Solutions (FMS), including the launch of a new integrated e-CMR platform solution to support the paperless transportation of goods world-wide. ZF’s collaboration with Goodyear will also be represented at Solutrans with a joint demonstration vehicle featuring ZF’s advanced Transics-branded FMS and Goodyear’s high performing tyre portfolio and mobility solutions.
“At Solutrans, we will highlight how ZF’s innovative and continuously expanding Transics-branded portfolio of digital solutions is helping commercial fleets accelerate improvements across their value chain,” said Peter Bal, Business Leader Digital Customer Services EMEA with ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems. “ZF is offering a powerful combination of technologies which significantly improve fleet efficiency and enhance customer service capabilities including our new comprehensive e-CMR service to support end-to-end digital freight processing through a single application.”
ZF’s Fully Integrated and Open E-CMR Platform Solution
Representing the full digitalization and ‘paperless’ transportation of goods internationally, ZF is offering a new seamless service with an open, integrated and interoperable e-CMR platform solution to support transporters and shippers. Having entered its first partnership agreement with leading e-CMR platform ‘Collect & Go’, ZF will support all aspects of the electronic documentation required by shippers, transporters and end customers. With over 30 countries already accepting e-CMR in what is expected to rapidly become the industry norm, ZF is supporting early adopter fleets with a comprehensive support service.
Providing a ‘single-window’ view of the transport and logistics process, ZF’s solution takes care of the whole electronic document process and is supported by its Transics-branded TX-FLEX driver app. Designed for ease-of-use by drivers and with flexibility for fleet managers, TX-FLEX offers a fully transparent, one-stop shop to manage all elements of a delivery. Drivers can use the app to obtain electronic signatures, take photos of damaged goods, scan barcodes and capture any other details that may be relevant to the delivery or collection.
As an official reseller of leading eCMR platforms, ZF will offer cost-effective packages that cover the entire process including project management, training, invoicing and service support. The solution offers significant added value for fleets including cost savings, not just on paper and printing, but by significantly reducing administration and manual paper trail processes. Enhancing the quality of the issuance process, including fully transparent delivery tracking throughout and trustworthy e-signature verification, it enables fewer inspection stops to check paperwork, takes security to a higher level and supports customers enhancing their logistics services.
Find ZF in Hall 5 at Stand 5C 060 and the IT Section in Hall 1C 020
In addition to booth presentations, each morning at 11h30 a speaker from ZF will present on key developments alongside partners, including Goodyear. At Solutrans 2021, ZF will also showcase several of its latest technologies specifically developed to improve fleet safety and efficiency. A product highlight fact sheet is below.
Solutrans 2021 – ZF Key Product Highlights
Advanced Transics-Branded Fleet Management Solutions (FMS)
- TX-SKY – a powerful, brand-independent on-board computer with touchscreen, TX-SKY
supports communication with the driver and communicates all driver and truck
information, such as temperature sensors and document scanners, in real-time.
- TX-FUELBOT – at the cutting-edge of fleet fuel optimization, ZF’s latest AI-based smart
software solution automatically calculates and recommends the cheapest next refuelling
stop in real-time.
- TX-FUELCOMPASS – An innovative, ‘big-data’ enabled telematics solution which monitors fuel consumption and provides best-cost refueling policies without the need to install a fuel sensor.
- TRAXEE – cost-efficient FMS which enables operators to better coordinate fleet capacity, manage driver activity and lower administrative overheads.
- TX-TRAILERPULSE – an innovative, cost-efficient trailer telematics solution now available with or without a rechargeable battery, it combines real-time track and trace functionality with trailer health and diagnostic information.
- TX-TRAILERFIT – a diagnostics-oriented back-office platform that processes and visualizes the technical performance and health of trailers to optimize maintenance activities and enhance safety through driving style analysis.
Putting Trailers Ahead
- Trailer iEBS – the next generation of ZF’s market leading intelligent Electronic Braking
System for trailers, available in Standard and Premium variants, is suitable for all trailer
types and applications.
- ZF Trailer SmartBoard – improves vehicle uptimes by monitoring and operating a range of
trailer functions, integrated in a single box.
- OptiTire – Advanced Tire Monitoring System provides enhanced safety and efficiency for
the widest range of commercial vehicles and all rim sizes.
Aftermarket Support
- WABCO Retrofit Solutions – offers access to key technologies as after vehicle purchases such as OptiTire, OptiFlow aerodynamic systems and OptiLock digital trailer locking.
- WABCO Original – range of industry-leading quality Original Equipment parts, including
modular ABS sensors, deliver peace of mind.
- ProVia – the budget aftermarket parts brand for braking systems offers reliable products
manufactured to industry-leading standards.
- Reman Solutions – a cost-efficient, environmentally friendly service that converts used
electronic, hydraulic, mechatronic and conventional mechanical components to fully warranted, as-new products. The range now includes axle modulators and TEBS-E 5.5.