TYRE MANAGEMENT

1 RFID enabled SolutionsTYRE MANAGEMENTYOU CAN T MANAGE WHAT YOU CAN T MEASUREBarCodeRFIDR equiresLine of-SiteRequirescorrectorientationEasilyo bscuredbydirtEasilyscratchedordamagedCon tentscannotbemodifiedCanonlyreadonelabel atatimeDoesnotrequireLine of SiteDoesnotrequireorientationNotaffected bydirtUnaffectedbyscratches(encapsulated )CanmodifydatastoredintagCanreadmultiple tagsatonceWhy RFID ..ACITVETAGSPASSIVE TAGSA ctive tags have an internal power source, such as a battery. They have longer rangesand larger memories than passive tags and usually operate at 455 MHz, 2,45 GHz, or GHz and have a reading range from 20 to 100mPassive tags have no internalpower supply and are instead activated by the reader.

2 Passive tags have read distances ranging from 2mm through to , depending on the frequency of individual tags. Passive tags can operate at low frequency (LF), high frequency (HF) and ultra high frequency (UHF).Active vs. PassiveYOU CAN T MANAGE WHAT YOU CAN T MEASURET ypical System ArchitectureYOU CAN T MANAGE WHAT YOU CAN T MEASURET ypical Project ApproachTypical Read Stations GATE / DOCK DOORPORTALCONVEYORHAND HELDRFID LabelAntennaUHF Passive TagsHost ServerNote: Each RFID Tag has a uniqueNon erasable Register logs all tyres taggedTyreRegistrationYOU CAN T MANAGE WHAT YOU CAN T MEASURETyre Track and Trace TyreDispatchYOU CAN T MANAGE WHAT YOU CAN T MEASUREL ocal Database serverScan tyres upon receiving.

3 Verify POD against goods sent Log and record ownership (Tyre Asset Register)CustomerYOU CAN T MANAGE WHAT YOU CAN T MEASURE Enter Truck VIN Enter Tyre Position Scan Tyre RFID S/N Scan Wheel S/NTyre / Wheel MANAGEMENT SystemAdd on benefit to End UserCustomer. the method of dispersing the Tags the volume of Tagsrequired per site the properties of the tyres the behavior of a Tagwithin a tyre the read percentage accuracy of tyresat reader locations The survival rate of Tagsthroughout the tyremanufacturing processThe main development criteria was not purely focused on theability to track a tyre but to determine and evaluate :YOU CAN T MANAGE WHAT YOU CAN T MEASURED evelopment CriteriaTyreManagementTyrescan extend their life by retreading processes.

4 However, their identification has long been a tedious and dirty job, not to mention the tracking process of multi-thousands of tyresmoving in and out of the retreading factories. EachRFID providesanuniqueIDandstoragememoryforsav ingusefulinformationsuchasmanufacturers, System can capture the RFID tag information automatically, and since each ID is unique, the history can be used for preventive maintenance or tyrereplacement plan. The RFID Solution on TyreManagement can automatically visualize and keep track on the flow of tyres, moving in/out of the retreading factory and Km usage on vehicles.

5 The whole history of the tyrescan be linked with the vehicle ID and even which side it is being mounted : Better MANAGEMENT CostReduction Quality & Safety EnvironmentalYOU CAN T MANAGE WHAT YOU CAN T ,assettracking,personnelsafetyandregistr ation,stockcontrol(fromlivestocktofreigh tcontainers) ,suchas,wheretheyare,whattheydo, , rights reserved. Copyright 2009 Tyre MANAGEMENT There is a range of RFID tags, patches and readers to suit every requirement for the unique identification of truck, OTR and passenger tyres.

6 RFID tagging greatly improves the traceability of the casings throughout their complete lifecycle (new, re-grooved, retread and (scrap) without the adhesion and replacement issues associated with traditionalbar-coding and branding. RFID technology allows for relevant data such as, make, size, pattern, phase to be written and stored within the microchip. This data can be retrieved with any reading device and used to track and record its current status and whereabouts. This can assist in controlling theft, stock audits, tyreinspections, and legacy reporting.)

7 Tyre ManagementTheRFID enabledsystemforfleet,truck,trailer,busa ndpassengertyres,makethetyreinspectionpr ocesseasy,accurate, (PDA,SmartphoneortabletPC).Othersupporti nginformationonphase,dimensions&patterns , Life cycle MANAGEMENT of tyres Real data acquisition Electronic Best Practise Common tools and process Accurate data, captured once, multiple uses No paper, no manual errors Inspection & service at the vehicleTyre ManagementManufacture stageThe tags are fitted in the tyre ssidewall during original manufacture or bead to bead retread, and are therefore protected against tampering and outside elements.

8 RetrofitRetrofit RFID tag is encased into a rubber patch and is fitted in exactly the same way as a repair patch. The RFID patch is applied to the inside wall of tyreusing a cold, chemical or heat cure process. All tags and patches can withstand the temperatures endured during multiple retread processes and stay with the casing for its complete lifecycle. TyreFitmentThe single greatest cause of tyredamage and failure is incorrect tyrepressure. tpms enables tyretemperature and pressure readings to be transmitted during inspection using UHF readers.

9 tpms Sensor& RFIDare passive devicesand do not require batteries tpms sensoris completely hermetic, impervious toliquids and chemicals that may bepresent in the tyre. RFID may be embedded in the patch creatinga tpms Ready RFID patch as a standard product RFID may be included within the tpms sensor housing. External antennas provideimproved read range and reduced sensitivity to tyrecompounds and construction tpms sensor (and RFID if within tpms housing) is a field replaceable unit that does not require specialist tools Used in conjunction with OTR ProbeTyrePressure Monitoring SystemOur tyremanagement software solutions allow fleet operators and tyreservice providers, to obtain precise information regarding the tyreoperational conditions and how this can affect the performance and costs.

10 We enable our clients to make informed tyrepurchase and maintenance decisions based on the accurate data captured during the inspection tyremanagement solutions can be adapted to any customer site, existing software and data reporting environment. Our TyreManagement Software Provides: Complete tyrelifecycle MANAGEMENT (cradle to grave) Tyretracking throughout all operations Tyreprojections and legacies Stock control & maintenance Performance analysis Fully integrated data reporting Real time communications PC based and Web based architectures TyrePressure Monitoring SystemWeoffervarious field-ready PDA Fully integrated wireless tyreinspection solution.