Wireless Remote Asset Management - Solution for Managing Refrigerated Trailers.
Fremont, CA
January 3, 2008
Ayantra, Inc., a Fremont CA-based technology company, announced the release of its FleetReefer solution for managing refrigerated trailers.
Refrigerated trailers (“reefers”) carry valuable and perishable cargo. Ensuring safe and reliable operation is paramount. However, most methods to secure reefers have been ineffective, expensive, or otherwise flawed. As a result, many fleets are not properly secured, and trucking companies suffer losses from theft, abuse, and inefficient utilization of their assets.
FleetReefer is a cost-effective solution that utilizes GPS, wireless and web technologies to enable easy management of reefers. The total solution consists of:
FleetReefer automatically reports the Location and Status of each reefer in the fleet. It also monitors compliance with each reefer’s temperature-control requirements. Authorized users can set a specific temperature threshold for each reefer, and receive immediate Alert Notifications if the threshold is violated. Up to three temperature zones can be monitored for each reefer. The temperature sensors issue updates every ten minutes, and all readings are logged by the Ayantra system. Access to all information is available via the Internet.
Ayantra describes the resulting report as a “real-time, wireless strip-chart” for reefer management.
FleetReefer also provides traditional types of fleet management information, including Location Reports, Tracking Reports, Mileage Reports, and Speed Violation Reports. Each Location Report indicates whether the vehicle is moving (presented as a Motion Report), or idling (Idle Report).
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Andy Rogers – Director, Business Development
Ayantra Inc.
Phone (714) 501-3655
Wireless Remote Asset Management - Solution for Managing Trailers.
Fremont, CA
December 4, 2007
Ayantra, Inc., a Fremont CA-based technology company, announced today the release of its FleetTrailer solution for managing trailers.
Trucking companies understand that they must always know the status and location of each of their trailers in order to minimize losses and maximize profits. Unfortunately, most currently available trailer tracking solutions are not effective, due to cost or performance limitations. Consequently, most trailers are not currently monitored, resulting in theft, abuse, and other operational inefficiencies.
Ayantra’s FleetTrailer is a wireless solution that utilizes GPS, wireless and web technologies to enable easy management of trailers. The solution features a small monitoring unit installed on the trailer, and an Ayantra-provided website to deliver tracking reports and other information.
The FleetTrailer solution automatically reports the location and status of each trailer. The monitoring unit immediately sends a Status Report each time the trailer is tethered to a tractor, and each time that it is un-tethered. While tethered, the monitoring unit automatically issues Location Reports at fifteen-minute intervals. Users can also use the web interface to command the unit to issue an up-to-the-minute Location Report at any time. When un-tethered, the monitoring unit issues Location Reports once per week for a period of four weeks.
FleetTrailer includes extensive mapping capabilities. Users may select “Street View,” “Satellite View,” “Hybrid View” (a combination of Street plus Satellite views), and in some cases even a “Bird’s Eye View.” Access to all information is available via the Internet, and all user privileges are determined by secure password access.
The end result is that fleet managers can easily ascertain the location and status of any trailer in their fleet, leading to improved security and enhanced operational efficiencies.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Andy Rogers – Director, Business Development
Ayantra Inc.
Phone (714) 501-3655
Wireless Remote Asset Management - Solution for Managing Fleet Vehicles.
Fremont, CA
November 6, 2007
Ayantra, Inc., a Fremont CA-based technology company, announced today the release of its FleetSight solution for managing fleet vehicles of all kinds.
Many organizations operate fleets of vehicles to provide deliveries and perform services. Fleet managers must know the location and status of each vehicle to ensure optimal performance. Unfortunately, most currently available fleet monitoring solutions are targeted towards managing large fleets. These solutions are typically too expensive and/or too difficult to operate for most small fleet managers. The end result is that most small fleets are not monitored, leading to security risks and operational inefficiencies.
Ayantra’s FleetSight is a wireless solution that utilizes GPS, wireless and web technologies to enable easy and cost-effective management of fleet vehicles. The solution features a small monitoring unit installed on the vehicle, and an Ayantra-provided website to deliver tracking reports and other information.
The FleetSight solution automatically reports the location and status of each monitored vehicle. The monitoring unit immediately sends a Status Report each time the vehicle’s engine is turned on or off. While the vehicle’s engine is on, the monitoring unit automatically issues Motion Updates at five-minute intervals. Each Motion Update includes the vehicle’s location, its status (in Motion, or Idle), and its speed. Users can also use the web interface to command the unit to issue an up-to-the-minute update at any time.
FleetSight includes extensive mapping capabilities. Users may select either a “Street View,” “Satellite View,” “Hybrid View” (a combination of Street plus Satellite views), or in some cases a “Bird’s Eye View.” Access to all information is available via the Internet, and all user privileges are determined by secure password access.
The end result is that fleet managers can easily ascertain the location and status of any vehicle in their fleet, leading to improved security and enhanced operational efficiencies.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Andy Rogers – Director, Business Development
Ayantra Inc.
Phone (714) 501-3655
Ayantra, Inc. announces the release of the MAT 404G, a wireless monitoring and control solution for managing generators.
June 1, 2006
Fremont, California
Ayantra, Inc., a Fremont, California-based technology company, announced the release of its new wireless solution for managing remote generators, the MAT 404G.
Providing reliable power is becoming a key priority for many organizations, leading to the increasing use of onsite generators. Generators are often rented, and are occasionally moved between sites. To ensure optimal performance, each generator’s location and engine run-hours should be carefully monitored. Current monitoring methods are often manual, inefficient, time-consuming, and error-prone. As a result, many enterprises lose a significant portion of their assets’ value due to abuse, misplacement, under-utilization, faulty maintenance, or even theft. Managing a fleet of out-of-sight generators can be a daunting task.
Ayantra’s MAT 404G is a cost-effective solution that utilizes GPS, wireless and web technologies to enable easy management of out-of-sight generators. The total solution consists of:
The MAT 404G solution automatically delivers Daily reports detailing each generator’s location and engine run-hours. It also detects, reports and issues real-time Alert Notifications for theft, abuse, or unauthorized movement; as well as for various out-of-normal conditions.
Building upon the success of Ayantra’s field-proven MAT 301 and 401 products, the MAT 404G is designed to serve the specific requirements articulated by generator manufacturers, users and owners. The MAT 404G represents Ayantra’s next-generation of wireless remote control management products.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Andy Rogers – Director, Business Development
Ayantra Inc.
Phone (714) 501-3655
Ayantra announces the release of its AAutoVantage Personal Auto Management System
March 2, 2006
Fremont, California
Ayantra Inc., a Fremont, California-based technology company, announced today that it has released its new AAutoVantage Personal Auto Management System.
Building upon the success of Ayantra’s field-proven MAT 301 and 401 products, the new AAutoVantage solution is designed to serve a broad range of requirements articulated by automobile owners. AAutoVantage provides the ability to remotely control any vehicle at any time and from any location, using a digital cell phone or internet browser. Key features include the abilities to:
Ayantra also announced that it is working with experienced partners within the automotive industry to deliver the AAutoVantage solution to consumers nationwide.
AAutoVantage represents Ayantra’s next-generation of wireless remote vehicle control and management products. The new AAutoVantage solution provides flexibility, security, and improved controls for automobile owners seeking to better manage their out-of-sight vehicles.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Barnet Fagel, Director of OEM Consumer Marketing & Sales
Ayantra, Inc.
Phone: 847-883-8990
Ayantra Inc. announces a new PowerSave feature for its MAT series of remote asset management products.
January 5, 2006
Fremont, California
Ayantra, Inc, a Fremont, California-based technology company, announced today that it has released a new Power Save feature for its MAT (Mobile Asset Tracker) series of remote asset management products. The new PowerSave feature allows service managers, rental fleet managers, and construction equipment operators to feel confident that their Ayantra monitoring equipment will not drain their equipments’ main battery.
Ayantra provides wireless solutions for managing out-of-sight assets, such as tractors, generators, pumps, and construction equipment. The Ayantra solution consists of an Ayantra monitoring unit installed on each machine, plus Ayantra-provided communications and web services. Each machine-mounted Ayantra monitoring unit draws only a small amount of power, typically 100 mA. Under normal circumstances, the power draw is insignificant. During periods of machine inactivity, however, it is desirable to further reduce the power draw.
Under Ayantra’s new PowerSave feature, each machine-mounted Ayantra monitoring unit will automatically enter its PowerSave mode if the machine’s engine has not been turned on for a pre-defined period of time (typically three days). While in PowerSave mode, the monitoring unit will reduce its power consumption to less than 50 mA (typical). While in PowerSave mode, the unit will continue to issue its regularly-scheduled reports, on either a Daily or Weekly basis. The system will also maintain vigilance while in PowerSave mode, and will detect and report upon various out-of-normal conditions (such as Low Battery, etc.). While in PowerSave mode, each monitoring unit will also continue to enforce its security capabilities, including “Curfew” and “GeoFence,” to ensure against theft or unauthorized movement. Any violation of the “Curfew” or “GeoFence” feature will cause the Ayantra unit to immediately issue an Alert Notification and to exit its PowerSave mode and return to its Normal mode of operation. The monitoring unit will also return to Normal mode when the machine’s engine is turned on.
The new “Power Save” feature was developed as a result of Ayantra’s extensive experience in providing wireless remote asset management solutions to clients in agriculture, construction, and other industrial markets. Ayantra clients expressed satisfaction with the performance provided by the new PowerSave feature.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
John Branthoover, VP Sales
Ayantra Inc.
Phone: 360-435-3668
Ayantra Announces a new “Curfew” security feature for its MAT 302 series of remote asset management products.
March 14, 2005
Fremont, California
Ayantra, Inc, a Fremont, California-based technology company, announced today that it has released a new “Curfew” feature for its MAT 302 series of remote asset management products. The new feature allows rental fleet and construction equipment managers to set a curfew period for their equipment. If the equipment’s engine is started, or if the equipment is moved during the curfew period, the MAT 302 detects a curfew violation and issues alert notifications to the owner and/or operator of the equipment. Alert notifications are delivered via SMS messages sent directly to cell phones, and/or as email messages. Multiple persons may be notified simultaneously. When the “Curfew” feature is set, the MAT 302 system arms and disarms itself at the same time each day. Curfew settings may be changed in real-time, at any time, from any web-enabled computer.
The new “Curfew” feature augments the MAT 302’s security capabilities, including “GeoFence”, “Auto-Track,” and “Live-Track” features. Ayantra clients expressed satisfaction with the enhanced security and increased flexibility provided by the new “Curfew” feature.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
John Branthoover
V.P. Business Development
Ayantra Inc.
Phone (805) 988-4119
Ayantra announces the release of the MAT 302 series of remote asset management solutions
February 17, 2005
Fremont, California
Ayantra Inc., a Fremont, California-based technology company, announced today that it has released its new MAT 302 series of remote asset management solutions.
The MAT 302 series represents Ayantra’s next-generation of wireless remote asset management solutions, building upon the success of Ayantra’s field-proven MAT 301 products. The new MAT 302 series is designed to serve a broad range of markets, including Construction Equipment, Agriculture Equipment, Irrigation, and Equipment Rental. Key enhancements provided by the MAT 302 series include a suite of security features, including Ayantra’s “GeoFence”, “Auto-Track,” and “Live-Track” features; and the addition of a data port on each monitoring unit to allow users to implement flash updates.
The new MAT 302 series provides flexibility, security, and improved control capabilities for organizations seeking to better manage their out-of-sight assets.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
John Branthoover
V.P. Business Development
Ayantra Inc.
Phone (805) 988-4119
Hertz Equipment Rental of Canada places order for MAT 301 asset management, tracking and security solution from
Ayantra, Inc.
December 20, 2004
Fremont, California
Ayantra Inc., a Fremont, California-based technology company, announced that Hertz Equipment Rental of Canada has placed a significant order for Ayantra’s MAT 301 remote asset management solution.
Hertz Equipment Rental of Canada is one of the largest equipment rental companies in North America, offering a wide variety of equipment to an extensive customer base. Seeking improved management and tracking capabilities to ensure the protection of its assets, Hertz required a solution that was both versatile and rugged enough to be used on a backhoe, a motor generator set, or an air compressor. According to Christian Schenk, of C & S Consulting, “The Ayantra equipment has proven that it can monitor, report and control equipment that is located far from the fleet manager or owner. The reasonable cost, ease of installation, and over-the-air control capabilities set the Ayantra system apart from its rivals.”
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
John Branthoover
V.P. Business Development
Ayantra Inc.
Phone (805) 988-4119
Greyhound Lines places additional order with Ayantra, Inc. for vehicle security and tracking equipment
December 16, 2004
Fremont, California
Ayantra, Inc., a California-based technology company, announced it has received additional orders for its wireless communications equipment to support a vehicle tracking and security system for Greyhound Lines.
The new order is for approximately 1,000 units. The vehicle tracking and security system enhances Greyhound’s safety capabilities, and solidifies Ayantra’s further penetration of the passenger and school bus markets.
Greyhound is the largest provider of inter-city bus services in North America. According to John Branthoover, Ayantra Vice President of Business Development, “This order expands a program that started in August of 2003. It allows Greyhound to unify its remote management capabilities and improve the safety and security of its bus fleet. Greyhound is a forward-looking company that is leveraging technology to ensure the safety of the people they serve, and to better manage its fleet of equipment.”
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
John Branthoover
V.P. Business Development
Ayantra Inc.
Phone (805) 988-4119
Agriculture dealership approves Ayantra MAT 301 for installation on farm equipment and pumps
November 18, 2004
Fremont, California
Ayantra Inc, a Fremont, California-based technology company, reports that a large agriculture equipment dealer in central California has approved Ayantra’s MAT 301ER and MAT 301FP remote asset management solutions for monitoring and controlling agricultural assets. Approval was granted after extensive field testing at numerous locations.
The Ayantra solutions provide timely updates regarding the location and condition of each asset. Key metrics include engine run-hours, asset utilization rates, and more. The Ayantra solutions generate “Maintenance Due” reminders based upon each asset’s up-to-date engine run-hours. They also detect problems and issue real-time alert notifications by sending SMS text messages and/or email messages.
The dealership will recommend use of the modules on customer-owned equipment, including tractors and irrigation pumps. The dealership will also install tracking units on its equipment rental fleet. By understanding the condition of each asset, the dealership expects to significantly improve its customer service operations.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
John Branthoover
V.P. Business Development
Ayantra Inc.
Phone (805) 988-4119
Ayantra announces four application-specific versions of the MAT 300 series of Remote Asset Management solutions
October 14, 2004
Fremont, California
Ayantra Inc., a Fremont, California-based technology company, announced the release of four application-specific versions of its MAT 300 series of remote asset monitoring, tracking and control systems. The new models are aimed at supporting a variety of agricultural and industrial equipment applications.
The MAT 301ER is designed to serve the equipment rental industry. It provides extensive location reporting, engine run-time reporting, and asset utilization information.
The MAT 301 FP is designed for agricultural applications, specifically for monitoring and controlling field pumps, either fixed or mobile. In addition to location and engine run-time reporting, the MAT 301FP includes a fuel level sensor switch to alert operators if the fuel level drops below a pre-determined threshold.
The MAT 302FP is also designed to support field pumps, but includes a more sophisticated continuous-level sensor to provide precise information about the pump’s fuel levels.
The MAT 301RS is designed for reporting upon mobile road signs. It provides timely information regarding the location of each mobile road sign, plus the ability to detect and report upon a variety of potential malfunctions.
Ayantra has been designing, engineering, and building GPS tracking, control, and security devices since the company’s inception in 1995. The company’s products are in wide deployment throughout the US and Canada, always under the brand of a systems integrator or distributor. Ayantra’s latest products mark a new direction for the company in terms of both technology and business philosophy: the new MAT 300 series products will be marketed and sold under the company’s own name.
Ayantra’s Vice President of Business Development, John Branthoover, noted ”Our new product offerings bring the remote management of out-of-sight assets into the real world. Our products provide all of the utility required, at significantly less cost than other products currently available. As users learn about the capabilities of our new modules, they can implement asset management solutions that have not been economically feasible until now.”
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
John Branthoover
V.P. Business Development
Ayantra Inc.
Phone (805) 988-4119
Ayantra announces the MAT 300 series – its 3rd generation wireless monitoring solution
August 12, 2004
Fremont, California
Ayantra Inc., a Fremont, California-based technology company, announced today that it has released its new MAT 300 series of remote asset management solutions, targeted for organizations seeking to monitor and control valuable out-of-sight assets.
The MAT 300 series represents the company’s third-generation of wireless remote asset management products. Previous versions are in use to monitor private vehicles, bus fleets, and other industrial assets.
The MAT 300 solutions enable equipment owners to easily monitor and control their assets, regardless of location. The MAT 300 solutions provide timely updates regarding each asset’s location, engine run-hours, and other metrics. Asset information is provided via web access, and via alert notifications sent to cell phones and/or email. Target users include Construction Equipment manufacturers and dealers; Equipment Rental companies; and Agriculture Equipment manufacturers and dealers.
The release of the MAT 300 products follows extensive field testing performed in California’s central valley and in Canada. Test protocols included extended uninterrupted operation and continuous vibration over a wide variety of conditions, including ambient temperatures ranging from 14 degrees to over 100 degrees F. The industrial engines monitored included John Deere, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, and others.
Remote monitoring and control can deliver significant operational advantages to organizations with far-flung assets. Equipment dealers and rental companies appreciate the ability to know, at a glance, the location and engine run-hours of any asset. Key benefits include greater control, an improved ability to schedule maintenance activities, improved customer service, and reductions in manpower.
Agriculture clients also benefit from remote monitoring and control. One test client stated “This technology should help us save a lot of time and money. We won’t have to visit each of our pumps to make sure that they’re all operating properly. And if the monitoring system helps us to avoid even a single catastrophic pump failure, it would pay for itself many times over.”
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
John Branthoover
V.P. Business Development
Ayantra Inc.
Phone (805) 988-4119
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