The new Doran 360HD tire pressure monitoring system provides the driver ‘at- a-glance’ status updates with a new patent pending "Green Means GOOD" indicator, the maker said. This next generation system monitors up to 36 tires for truck, tractor and trailer applications with wireless tire pressure sensors that are screwed on to the valve stems and transmit a signal to a monitor in the cab. The driver is alerted through multiple alarms types (audible, location, pressure and warning symbol) and a new "Fast Leak" alarm so that low tire-pressure problems can be addressed and costly breakdowns and repairs are eliminated.
The system, which works with traditional dual wheel configuration or wide base single configuration, provides an estimated payback of less than nine months per truck (based on driving 100,000 miles annually), the company noted. The Doran 360HD is said to be suitable for fleets of all types and sizes, including owner-operators, panel or box trucks, and more.
According to the company, installation can be accomplished in about an hour per truck/trailer. A simple to understand and operate monitor includes digital LCD screen with backlit display and comes equipped with 4-way navigational buttons. Spin-welded, heavy-duty truck-tested wireless tire pressure sensors are corrosion resistant and deliver long life. Additionally, a patent-pending "sleep" mode ensures that the vehicle stays protected at all times. With this unique feature, tire pressures are monitored, but potential warnings are withheld until the driver turns the ignition on in the morning.
“The Doran 360HD was designed – from the ground up – to be the most versatile and easiest to use tire pressure monitoring system for trucks,” said General Manager Jim Samocki. “From ease of installation, to at-a-glance status, to the date/time stamp storage of alarms – the 360HD delivers value and performance to fleet managers, service technicians and drivers. It is the smart choice for trucks of all types and sizes.”
Tire Industry Safety Council studies have shown that nearly half of all tires are under-inflated. Tires under-inflated by 10 percent loose up to 12 percent of their tread life – at 20 percent under-inflation the tread life loss is nearly 23 percent. Nearly 83 percent of tire problems begin with low tire pressure, which causes premature tire wear and increased operating costs. The manufacturer said the Doran 360HD eliminates these concerns, providing peace of mind at an affordable price.
For more information on the Doran 360HD call toll-free (866) 816-SAFE (7233) or visit http://www.doranmfg.com.
