Optronics Offers Bar-Style Combo Light

Optronics International has introduced the Fusion Thinline surface-mount LED combination stop, tail, turn, and backup lamp.

The company says it is the first to combine stop, tail, turn and backup functions into a common bar light format, named for its long, thin configuration. Fusion lamps are already available in four-inch round and six-inch oval formats with grommet and flange mount versions.

At 20.5 inches long, one inch wide and three-quarter-of-an-inch thick, Fusion Thinline surface-mount LED combination stop, tail, turn, and backup lamps can be mounted nearly anywhere on a vehicle, including vehicle body panels, frame posts, docking plates, or gussets.

The low-profile surface-mount design hugs the vehicle surface, and lets users avoid cutting large mounting holes that can reduce structural integrity and promote corrosion.

Wiring for the Fusion Thinline requires only one half-inch hole and two small mounting holes for either rivets or screws. Damaged lamps can be rewired and replaced easily, according to Optronics.

The lamps meet all FMVSS 108 photometric requirements for visibility and safety. Lenses and housings are made of a polycarbonate material that is sonically welded. The lamps employ a solid-state, surface-mount device design that protects the electronics against moisture, shock, and vibration.

All Fusion lamps come with one-diode lifetime warranty protection that will replace the lamp if even one diode fails. The new Fusion LED combination stop, tail, turn and backup lamps, part number STL264RB, are expected to begin shipping in early spring 2017.

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TMW Suite, TruckMate TMS Now Integrate With 123Loadboard

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TMW Systems has integrated its TMW Suite and TruckMate transportation management software with the 123Loadboard freight-matching service.

Users of either TMW platform who also have accounts with 123Loadboard can now post loads or trucks to its online marketplace via TMW's Freight Board Interface. Through the integration, users will be able to add, update, cancel and remove loads from within either TMS program.

Posted loads auto-populate in 123Loadboard, giving carriers and others using the platform access to many loads in real time. Drivers can post trucks available for use, enabling brokers and asset-based carriers to take advantage of 123Loadboard's platform.

The 123Loadboard platform posts more than 45.6-million truck loads annually to more than 325,000 carriers, owner-operators, brokers and shippers that use the service. The new integration also works with 123Loadboard's mobile app versions, allowing its 150,000-plus mobile app users to find more loads while they are on the road.

“This TMW integration will enable 123Loadboard members to post their loads and trucks to the load board quickly and easily using automation to simplify the process,” said Loarn Metzen, vice president, 123Loadboard. “Plus, having immediate access to up-to-date load and truck data will ensure that 123Loadboard's platform remains efficient while helping brokers and fleet owners move greater freight volumes.”

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PeopleNet Taps Rodi to Head New Transportation Group

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PeopleNet has promoted Jim Rodi to executive vice president and general manager of the company's newly formed Transportation group.

Rodi has been with PeopleNet since 2014. In his new role, he will lead efforts to improve customer innovation and value. He will also continue to integrate several vertical segments across PeopleNet and Trimble, including: PeopleNet Truck (Aftermarket) Solutions, Trimble Construction Logistics, Trimble Oil & Gas Services, and Trimble Final-Mile Solutions.

He has more than 20 years of experience in the transportation and fleet management industry and previously held leadership roles in both sales and customer service at Qualcomm and at Rand McNally, where he led their Mobile Communications group.

“With the rapid evolution of technology, it is imperative that we continue to provide our customers with an innovative set of fleet management solutions,” said Brian McLaughlin, president of PeopleNet. “Jim's leadership and long-time dedication to the transportation industry will enable us to address the needs of an increasingly diverse marketplace.”

PeopleNet's new Transportation group will be focused on reemphasizing a market-driven approach to developing solutions.

The company also announced that is has named Mark Kessler to a new role as chief strategy officer. He will focus on long-term growth strategies and initiatives. In addition, PeopleNet said that Garland Jackson will continue as general manager of the company's OEM/Channels group to drive preference and demand for PeopleNet and Trimble products as factory-installed options.

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