MOW Solutions
Real-time monitoring and analytics to optimize Maintenance-of-Way operations
Maintenance-of-Way (MOW) equipment plays a critical role in maintaining safe and efficient rail networks, but often lacks the real-time visibility operators rely on for locomotives or railcars. Without insights into location, usage, or health, fleets are hard to manage, schedule, or maintain.
Why Choose ZTR?
ZTR has more than three decades of experience modernizing locomotives across North America and globally. NexSys is the result of that expertise—offering a robust, modular platform that replaces outdated systems with smarter, integrated functionality.
Reduce Downtime
Identify potential issues before they cause breakdowns
Increase Fleet Utilization
Know which equipment is active, idle, or underused
Improve Safety & Accountability
Monitor geozone activity and operator behavior
Streamline Maintenance
Schedule service based on real engine hours, not guesswork
Make Informed Decisions
Justify purchases, right-size the fleet, and track performance by asset type
Built-In Connectivity
Designed to integrate with telematics platforms like Vision for remote visibility
Key Features
Know where each unit is with GPS-based visibility
Track engine hours to schedule maintenance and monitor usage
Receive alerts for critical conditions or operator misuse
Get notified when assets enter or exit defined zones
Analyze which assets are working, underused, or overdue for service
Tailor Vision dashboards to match your fleet priorities
Access insights from the field, office, or anywhere
All data centralized in the ZTR Vision platform for fleet-wide analysis
How It Works
ZTR MOW Solutions use compact, rugged telematics devices installed on Maintenance-of-Way equipment. These devices track engine runtime, movement, and system status, sending data to the ZTR Vision platform via cellular or satellite networks.
All components are designed for harsh rail environments, with long battery life and minimal maintenance requirements.
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Install Telematics Device
Plug-and-play setup with onboard sensors
2
Capture Runtime & GPS Data
Monitor engine hours, usage, and equipment movement
3
Send to ZTR Vision
Data is securely transmitted to the cloud
4
Access Insights Anytime
Use Vision to view dashboards, set alerts, or export reports
MOW in Vision
ZTR Vision gives operators and fleet managers centralized access to their entire MOW fleet. You can:
- View equipment location in real time
- Set geofences around job sites or yards
- Monitor run-time, fault trends, and asset utilization
- Configure alerts for service intervals, faults, or unexpected movements
- Analyze usage across crews, regions, or time periods
Applications
Monitor usage and maintenance of tampers and regulators
Know which equipment is active at each job site
Track location and uptime of snow-removal MOW units
Monitor third-party equipment and validate service claims
Ready to Modernize Your Fleet?
Talk to our experts about bringing NexSys to your locomotives.
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