Convoy Technologies develops TrailerCam monitor

Convoy Technologies announced the availability of the TrailerCam wireless video monitoring system. The system is comprised of both a ruggedized, portable wireless magnetic-mount camera/transmitter, and a 7-inch LCD color monitor/receiver.

The system is offered specifically for use in situations where a large truck, trailer, or tractor is required to back up into a loading dock or down a narrow street to lessen the incidence of accidents.

The system uses commercial-grade magnets and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which are built into a rugged housing to withstand harsh environments and weather conditions.

“Everyone at Convoy Technologies is excited to add the new wireless TrailerCam to our growing portfolio of safety solutions.  In talking with well-known trucking safety executives, they emphasized the need for a ‘non-invasive’ plug-and-play wireless solution to reduce injuries, deaths and workers’ compensation claims that occur around loading docks.  We listened, and after a year of in-house development, we built the TrailerCam.  We are very eager see the positive impact the TrailerCam has on the safety of tractor trailer fleets,” said Blake Gasca, CEO of Convoy Technologies.

The camera’s magnets are on both the bottom and back side, allowing it to be quickly attached or re-attached on the back and sides of the vehicle, in addition to the beam, roof and any ferrous surface.   The portable TrailerCam system’s engineering facilitates its re-installation on another truck, trailer, or tractor, and its ability to be paired with other devices for fleet management.

Convoy says TrailerCam features high performance color optics, and is capable of transmitting high quality video images to the monitor in the vehicle’s cab for a minimum of 90 feet, with zero latency or interference.  It additionally features IR infrared LEDs to permit night vision up to 36 feet.  Audio capabilities are available.

While the TrailerCam can integrate with most in-cab monitors with Convoy Technologies’ “receiver adapter”, a plug-and-play 7-inch LCD monitor with a built-in integrated digital receiver is also offered for vehicles without an in-cab display.

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Pricing for the TrailerCam starts at $749.00 each.