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PRESS RELEASE

Fuso Total Support System goes wireless

Eliminates need for wiring and now portable
October 9 , 2003


Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Corporation has added a wireless model to the Fuso Total Support System (FTSS) series that contributes to improvements in real-time vehicle and shipment tracking and in operational efficiencies as well as to reduced operating expenses. The full-feature model comprises Logistics, Cargo Quality and Vehicle management components. The new wireless version of the basic model uses wireless thermal sensors to collect and transmit temperature data inside trucks fitted with chilled or refrigerated bodies. The new model will go on sale at Mitsubishi Fuso sales companies throughout Japan on 9 October.
FTSS was developed by Mitsubishi Automotive Engineering (head office in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture). The full-feature FTSS-H model, which gathers data on all aspects of shipment tracking, cargo quality and vehicle management, was launched in 1999. The basic FTSS-P model, which limits collection of data to shipment tracking and freight quality control, went on sale in July 2003. The new FTSS-P (R) announced today is a wireless version of the basic model.
The FTSS series lineup now comprises three models, giving the customer a better choice to suit his requirements. The FTSS series will be on display at the Mitsubishi Automotive Engineering Stand at the 2003 Tokyo Truck Show being held from 15 through 17 October at the Tokyo Big Site. Demonstrations will enable visitors to see and experience individual features of the series.
　
Fuso Total Support System lineup
FTSS-P(R) Wireless version of basic model Requires no wiring on the vehicle. Driver can monitor cargo body internal temperature from his seat.
FTSS-P Basic model Provides real-time vehicle tracking and other logistics data as well as enabling freight quality control (temperature control, door operation in refrigerated vans, etc).
FTSS-H Full-feature model In addition to FTSS-P features, also enables collection of engine speed, battery voltage and other vehicle operational data, as well as data on driver’s work pattern, etc.
　

1.Wireless FTSS-P (R) model features
  1. The incorporation of an żOndotori?Ewireless thermo recorder, made by T and D Corporation, into the on-board FTSS-P system has made the system portable and enables vehicle logistics management and freight quality control for all types of vehicle.
  2. The system may be transferred between vehicles and re-installed in a simple operation.
  3. The system supports temperature measurement at up to seven points in the cargo body without the need for any wiring.
  4. The system enables the driver to monitor the cargo body internal temperature on a real-time basis while operating his vehicle.

2.Manufacturer°s recommended retail prices

FTSS-P(R) Wireless version of basic system 111,000yen to 140,000yen
FTSS-P Basic system 120,000yen to 140,000yen
FTSS-H Full feature system 250,000yen to 280,000yen
The prices above are given solely as a guideline and will vary depending on the type vehicle the system is installed on and on function requirements. The prices above do not include the cost of the DoPa transmitter, thermo sensors or fitting charges. Please contact your nearest Mitsubishi Fuso dealer for further details.

3.Other details

  1. T and D Corporation profile
    Representative director / president: Mr Akio Morozumi
    Head office: Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture (Tel: 0263-27-0068)
    Business lines: Planning, development, manufacture and sales of computer applications, OEM products, electronic measuring and control equipment
  2. 2003 Tokyo Truck show
    Dates: 15 October – 17 October 2003
    Venue: Outdoor Exhibit Area, West Hall, Tokyo Big Site
    Organized by: Nisshin Shuppan Co., Ltd. (Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Tel: 03-3542, 7009)
    Sponsored by: Japan Trucking Association

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