MoW Telematics
Advanced Maintenance-of-Way Equipment Monitoring
MoW Telematics is a comprehensive remote monitoring solution designed specifically for Maintenance-of-Way (MoW) operations. By providing real-time visibility into equipment location, utilization, productivity, and health, MoW Telematics helps railroads maximize asset availability, improve maintenance planning, and increase operational efficiency.
Built on ZTR’s railway-proven telematics technology and powered by the Vision platform, MoW Telematics transforms equipment management from a reactive process into a data-driven operation. Operators gain actionable insights into fleet performance, equipment usage, maintenance requirements, and production metrics, enabling smarter decisions and improved operational outcomes.
Why MoW Telematics?
MoW Telematics delivers continuous remote visibility into your entire fleet of Maintenance-of-Way equipment, including tempers, spikers, regulators, hi-rail vehicles, and heavy equipment. Through advanced telematics hardware, wireless connectivity, and cloud-based analytics, operators can monitor equipment performance, identify maintenance issues before failures occur, and optimize deployment across their network.
By combining real-time monitoring with powerful reporting and analytics tools, MoW Telematics enables railroads to improve productivity, reduce downtime, lower operating costs, and maximize the value of their equipment investments.
Maintenance equipment is a valuable and often limited resource. MoW Telematics provides real-time visibility into equipment location, run hours, production counts, and utilization metrics, helping operators understand exactly how assets are being used across their network. This insight enables railroads to reallocate underutilized equipment, reduce unnecessary rentals or purchases, and ensure equipment is deployed where it delivers the greatest value.
Unexpected equipment failures can disrupt maintenance schedules, increase costs, and reduce available track time. MoW Telematics continuously monitors equipment health and operating conditions, providing early warning signs of potential issues before they result in breakdowns. By tracking engine parameters, fault codes, run hours, and production metrics, maintenance teams can shift from reactive repairs to proactive, predictive maintenance strategies.
Track time is valuable, and every minute of equipment downtime impacts productivity. MoW Telematics gives operators accurate production and utilization data that helps identify bottlenecks, compare performance across fleets, and optimize work planning. With visibility into cycle counts, work activity, and equipment performance, organizations can improve productivity while reducing maintenance costs and operational delays.
Modern rail operations require accurate and timely information. MoW Telematics delivers actionable insights through customizable dashboards, reports, alerts, and analytics. From day-to-day operational planning to long-term asset management strategies, organizations can use data to make better decisions that improve safety, efficiency, and return on investment. ________________________________________
Built on ZTR's rugged M9 telematics gateway, MoW Telematics is engineered for demanding railway environments. The M9 combines cellular connectivity, GPS tracking, ECU integration, and battery backup to provide reliable monitoring even in harsh operating conditions. With nearly 40 years of railway experience and proven deployments across large fleets, ZTR delivers a telematics solution railroad can trust.
Key Features
MoW Telematics combines rugged hardware, intelligent data collection, and cloud-based analytics to provide complete visibility into Maintenance-of-Way operations.
- Monitor equipment locations across your network with GPS-based tracking.
- Improve asset visibility and reduce time spent locating equipment.
- Review historical movement and location data for operational analysis.
- Track run hours and equipment usage patterns.
- Measure utilization across fleets and locations.
- Identify underutilized assets and optimize deployment.
- Monitor engine status, speed, load percentage, and torque.
- Track coolant temperature, oil pressure, and intake conditions.
- Detect issues early to prevent costly failures and downtime.
- Receive notifications about critical equipment faults and operating issues.
- Improve response times and maintenance planning.
- Analyze fault trends across fleets and equipment types.
- Track production metrics and work head cycle counts.
- Build accurate electronic production records.
- Measure productivity across crews, equipment, and locations.
- Access customizable dashboards, reports, and exports.
- Analyze utilization, performance, and maintenance trends.
- Make informed decisions using real-time and historical data.
- View operational data from desktops, tablets, or mobile devices.
- Access fleet information anytime, anywhere.
- Integrate telematics data with existing business systems through APIs.
How MoW Telematics Works
MoW Telematics combines rugged telematics hardware, secure wireless communication, and the Vision analytics platform to provide complete visibility into Maintenance-of-Way equipment operations.
M9 Telematics Gateway
The M9 serves as the foundation of the MoW Telematics solution.
- Installed directly on equipment to collect operational and health data.
- Supports GPS tracking, ECU integration, and equipment monitoring.
- Designed for harsh railway environments with an IP67-rated enclosure.
- Includes battery backup for continuous monitoring.
Equipment Data Collection
The system continuously gathers critical information from connected equipment, including:
- GPS position
- Engine status
- Run hours
- Battery voltage
- Fuel consumption
- Cycle counts
- Engine performance metrics
- Fault and diagnostic information
Data Transmission & Analytics
- Automatic data upload for real-time visibility.
- Fleet monitoring through intuitive dashboards.
- Custom alerts and notifications.
- Utilization, maintenance, and production reporting.
- Historical trend analysis and API integration with existing railroad systems.
Operators Take Action
- Optimize equipment deployment.
- Improve maintenance planning.
- Reduce downtime and operational costs.
- Increase productivity and asset availability.
- Support data-driven decision making.
All components are designed for harsh rail environments, with long battery life and minimal maintenance requirements.
Pivot + Vision
Pivot seamlessly integrates with Vision, ZTR’s advanced IoT and fleet management platform that provides real-time railcar monitoring, predictive insights, and fleet-wide analytics. Through Vision, operators can access, analyze, and act on railcar data remotely, ensuring better asset utilization, security, and operational efficiency.
Key Benefits of Connecting Pivot to Vision
Access live GPS location, movement, and status updates for every railcar in your fleet.
Get notified of impact events, door/hatch openings, load status changes, and handbrake engagements.
Identify underutilized assets, optimize deployment, and reduce inefficiencies.
Use historical trend analysis and sensor data to prevent failures and schedule proactive maintenance.
Generate detailed reports for regulatory requirements and operational improvements.
Pivot’s data is accessible through ZTR’s Vision platform, which features:
View live fleet data with interactive graphs and real-time reports.
Experience a user-friendly interface designed with simplicity in mind, allowing users of all levels to navigate and access critical information effortlessly.
Generate tailored reports and analytics to assess performance, monitor key metrics, and drive strategic decisions for your rail operations.
Set up alerts for critical railcar events.
Secure platform access for teams managing large fleets.
By combining Pivot’s sensor-driven insights with ZTR Vision’s analytics and reporting, rail operators can eliminate guesswork, reduce manual inspections, and make data-driven decisions that improve fleet performance.
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MoW Gateway - M9
Real-time location tracking for improved asset visibility.
Monitor power levels to prevent unexpected failures.
Track equipment usage and schedule preventive maintenance.
Gain insights into equipment operation patterns.
Get notified of battery issues before they cause downtime.
Monitor engine health to prevent overheating or pressure failures.
Ensure optimal engine performanc
Track exhaust after treatment system performance for compliance and efficiency.
Monitor fuel consumption and optimize efficiency.
Detect potential engine issues early.
Identify airflow restrictions impacting performance.
Track operational cycles for maintenance planning.
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