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PDOX - Truck Scale Data Management System PDOX - Truck Scale Data Management System

"Bringing truck scale transactions to your bottom line"

(available exclusively through Avery Weigh-Tronix)

The PDOX System provides truck scale users with all of the tools needed to quickly process truck weighing

  • Fast Tickets

    • - Formattable tickets per customer or material or job
    - Drop-down lists for vehicles, materials, customers, etc.
    - Stored tares for one-weigh ticketing

  • Comprehensive Reporting

    • - Ready to mail invoices
    - Ad-hoc queries for "what if" analysis
    - Data export to accounting packages, MS Office, email, web, ODBC

  • Ease of Use

    • - Quick learning curve for new operators
    - Barcode / magstripe / RFID reduces keystrokes
    - Security and audit facilities

  • Flexibility

    • - Networking for multi-user over LAN / WAN/ Wireless
    - Unattended operation cuts labor costs
    - Multiple scale support speeds throughput
    - Job tracking and accumulation

    Unattended tPanel Available Features

    Weigh-Tronix E1310 Programmable Weight Indicator
      Available in Stainless Steel NEMA 4 Panel Mount Version
      Fully Programmable Weight Indicator
      Legal for Trade Scale Interface to any Scale
      Interfaces to Scales, Keyboards, Printers, Networks, and Scanners
      Allows Operator Input for Order Number, Customer Name, Material, Etc.
    Stainless Steel Alphanumeric Key Board
      Vandal Resistant Design
      104 Key Alpha Numeric Character Set
      Standard PS2 Interface for Easy Replacement
      NEMA 4 Rain Proof Enclosure
    Bar Code Swipe Scanner
      Authenticate Customers, Drivers, or System Administrators
      Panel Mount Swipe Style Credit Card Type Reader
      NEMA 4 Rain Proof Design
      Red and Green Indicator Light for User Notification of "Good Read"
      Barcode Cards are available in Generic or Customized Styles
      Custom ID Cards can include Color Photographs and Barcode Info.
    RFID Short Range Card Reader
      Authenticate Customers, Drivers, or System Administrators
      Non Contact RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) Technology
      Pass the RFID Card Within 18" of the Read Pad to Authenticate User
      Rugged NEMA 4 Rain Proof Design
      Available for Truck Cab Height Terminals for Driver ID
    RFID (Long Range) Automatic Vehicle Identification
      Automatic Vehicle/Driver Identification
      25'-30' Sensitivity Range using Windshield Mountable Tags
      Utilizes Windshield Mount or Driver Held ID Tags
      Remotely Maintain User/Vehicle Database w/ Tares
    t700 Wireless "Mobile" Interface Terminal
      Wirelessly Communicate Load Out Orders to Loaders or Forklifts
      Show Live Scale Weights and Transaction Data in Front End Loader Cab
      Communicate Dispatch Orders to Trucks on the "Weigh Out" Scale
      Available Barcode Scanner lets you Log Drivers or Scan Orders/Tickets
      802.11 Network allows Driver Input & Order Processing from the Cab
    Wireless 802.11 Ethernet
      Connect ability to your Existing Wireless Network
      Totally Reliable, Totally Secure, Cisco Networking Hardware
      Coverage Area is Determined by Antenna Selection and Configuration
      Available for both Indoor and Outdoor Use
    Yagi - 802.11 (Long Range) Bridged Ethernet
      Allow Zone Network Coverage of Your Truck Scale Area
      Provide Zone Network Coverage of your Load Out Yard to Loaders/Lifts
      Combine Antennas/Access Points to Provided Total Area Coverage
      Totally Secure Encrypted Wireless to Connect your Local Area Networks
      Available for Both Indoor and Outdoor Use
    900 MHz (Ultra-Long Range) Bridged Ethernet
      Extend your Network to Communicate with a Remote Scale Location
      Totally Secure Point to Point (ONLY) Encrypted 900Mhz Operation
      Systems available w/ Line of Sight Range of 20 Miles
      Shorter Ranges are Achievable when Line of Sight is not Possible
    Fiber Optic Networking
      Connect to remote Network Workgroups or Locations
      Extended Range Beyond the Capability of RJ45 Copper Cabling
      Highly Reliable, High Speed Connectivity for Site Wide Networking
    Panel Mount / Desktop Ethernet Intercom
      Ethernet IP Based System Communicates over your Existing Network
      NEMA 4 Panel Mount Versions Install in your Un-Attended Terminals
      Wall Mount or Desktop Versions available for your Scale House or Office
      Multiple Location Systems Are Available
    Handset Style Intercom
      Handset Style Intercoms are best for High Noise Areas.
      Direct Point to Point Systems are the Most Common
      Systems can also "Auto Dial" to an Existing Phone Extension
      Very Rugged Design
      Modular Design for Ease of Replacement
    Color Ethernet IP Camera(s)
      Color Video over your Ethernet Network
      Multiple Camera Views from a Single Screen
      View the Operator at an Un-Attended Terminal Location
      Position Multiple Camera(s) to View Driver/Load/Scoreboard Display
      Attach Snapshots to your Weigh Ticket Number or Invoice
      Monitor Your Truck Scale from a Remote Location
    Un-Attended Thermal Ticket Kiosk Printer (1 or 2)
      Easily Replaceable 3-1/8" Paper Roll Stock
      Automatic Cutter/Presenter Module Hands Ticket to the Driver
      RS-232 Serial Interface Communication to Host
      Optional Network Interface Allows Remote Printing from PC
      Totally Reliable Star Micronics Kiosk Print Engine.
      Automatic Alert When Paper is Low/Out and Switch to Backup Printer
    Desktop Ticket Printer
      Convenient Desktop Design
      Replaceable 3-1/8" Paper Roll Stock
      RS-232 Serial Interface Communication to Host
      Star Micronics Thermal Print Engine.
      Quiet Reliable Operation
    Network Ready Laser Printer
      Network Ready Laser Printer for Office or Scale House
      IP Addressable for use by Any Authorized User on the Network
      8-1/2" x 11" Plain Paper Black & White Laser Printer
      Print Tickets or Reports In the Office or Scale House
      Print Invoices or Customer Documentation
      Can be Used in a Kiosk Enclosure for Un-Attended Operations
    Scale Attendant Cash Drawer
      Receive Cash Payments for Weight Transactions
      Interfaces directly to TSWA Scale Management System
      Easily Mounts to the Table Top or Under the Counter
      Keeps Cash Secure Between Transactions
    Inbound or Outbound Traffic Gate
      Stop On-Coming Traffic from Entering your Loaded Truck Scale
      Control Exiting the Scale until the Transaction is Completed
      Prevent "Drive Through" traffic at you Weigh Out Station
      Control Access to your Truck Scale
    Traffic Lights
      Control Traffic at your Truck Scale or Load Out Area
      Enable the Next Truck in line to Enter the Truck Scale
      Acknowledge a Completed Transaction and Allow a Truck to Exit
      Can Be Driven By Scale Indicator or Dedicated Controller
      Die Cast Aluminum or Fiber Glass Versions Available
    Scoreboard Styled Weight Display
      Available sizes from 4" to 12" Letters
      Display Live Scale Data where Drivers and Loader Operators can see it
      Easily Viewable in Direct Sunlight
    Radiation Detection
      Allows Landfill Sites to Automatically Monitor for Radiation Compliance
      Provided Logical I/O Input to Scale Indicator and Sets an Alarm
      Reset Procedure is Determined by Governing Authorities
      Outputs can be Used for Audible Alarms, Gates or other Devices
      Variable Set Point for Alarms and I/O Notifications
    Magnetic Loop Vehicle Detection
      Automatic Truck/Vehicle Detection
      Better Manage Traffic Flow On and Off of Truck Scales
      Provides "Vehicle Present" I/O Input to Scale Indicator for Traffic Control
    Handheld Bar Code Scanner
      Connects Directly to the PC or Scale Indicator
      Allows for Fast, Accurate Data Entry of Process Information
      Absolute Accuracy and Reliability
      Easily Renewable Cord Set
      Reads All Standard Bar Code Formats
    Bar Code Scanner Holster
      Fast Secure Retrieval of the Hand Held Scanner
      Secure Snap Down Belt Loop for Personal Use
      Can Easily Mount to Forklift Pillar for Mobile Use
      Always Have the Scanner Ready to Use
    Additional Logical I/O Expansion
      Up to 36 I/O Points are Available with Modular Functionality
      120 VAC or 24VDC Control Inputs or Outputs
      Fully under the control of the Scale Indicator Program
      Interface with Push Buttons, Indicator Lights, Gates, Radiation Detectors, Etc.
    Wireless Remote Control I/O System
      Up to 8 Inputs are Possible from a Single Handheld Remote
      2, 4, 6, and 8 Point Systems are Available to be used in the Loader Cab
      Provides Remote Relay Control for 120 VAC or 24VDC Outputs
      8- Base Station Relays Operate in Momentary, Toggle , or Latching Mode
      Ranges from 350 Yards to ½ Mile, Fixed Systems to over 5 Miles



    Unattended Operation
    The unattended PDOX system works in conjunction with a Weigh-Tronix WI-130, WPI-135, or 1310 scale indicator mounted near the truck scale, to produce scale tickets for customers without the presence of a scale operator. Unattended operation saves time and cuts labor costs.

    The scale indicator is typically mounted in a metal cabinet, along with a thermal ticket printer, and a barcode card scanner. In order for the unattended system to function, the PDOX program must be running on the computer.

    Typical operation involves the truck driver pulling onto the scale, approaching the unattended station, and scanning a barcode card encoded with the vehicle ID. The scale indicator then communicates with the PDOX program to verify the vehicle ID. Information associated with the vehicle, including the Customer and Material ID, is sent back to the unattended station.

    The driver verifies that all information is correct, and presses the "Accept" key. The weight is captured, and the data stored in the PDOX computer system. A ticket is then printed for the driver at the unattended station.



    PDOX Unattended Station featuring the Weigh-Tronix 1310 scale indicator, ticket printer, and barcode card reader







    Table-top unattended

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    PDOX Software and Hardware Specifications

    Software Specifications

    PC software

    Supports Windows 2000/ XP (2000 recommended)

    Compatibility and
    Data Storage

    Standard (Trucks, Customers, Materials, etc.) and user configurable databases.  Export to CSV, Fixed Record Length, SQL Server, DB2, Oracle, Sybase, Access, dBase, Paradox, FoxPro, Excel, and other ODBC compliant databases

    Reports

    Comprehensive standard report system.  User guided Report and Graph Wizard.  Ad-hoc Query system for user definable custom reports.

    Invoicing

    Produces ready to mail invoices for any time period: daily, weekly, monthly, etc.

    Security

    Five level user password system. Tracks and records all user actions in system log files

    Transaction Speed

    Perform data entry, weighment, ticket print, and data store in a matter of a few seconds. 

    Online Help

    Comprehensive online help with lookup index

    Remote Support

    Remote support provided via PC Anywhere, Carbon Copy, WinVNC, or VPN (Virtual Private Network) with annual support contract.

     


    Options

    Unattended Unit

    Allows simultaneous operation of unattended and attended scales.  Unattended station Simultaneously displays 0.6” high readings of Truck #, Customer, Contract, Material, Source, Location

    Network Support

    Windows Network ready.  Data can be stored anywhere on company wide network. Data is retrieved from the unattended scale using RS-232 or TCP/IP sockets via wired Ethernet or industry standard Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b components.

    Multi-Scale Support

    Supports up to four scales per computer.  Additional scales supported via network.

    Barcode/Mag-Stripe/RFID

    Supports scanning of Truck, Trailer, Customer, Contract, Material, Source or Location from office or unattended station

    Accounting Export

    Create export files for several accounting systems including Business Works, Peachtree, QuickBooks, AccPac, CSV, Fixed Record Length

    Off-site data transfer

    Transfer data from the scale site to an off-site location using a modem

    Cash Drawer compatible

    Supports a cash drawer

    Security Camera /or Traffic Light Support

    Sends ticket data to a video camera while recording the vehicle on the scale.  Traffic light control also available.

    Multi-site Office Reporting

    Allows a central office to produce reports on several off-site scale stations.  Each site’s data is kept separate.

     


    Hardware Specifications

    Computer

    Pentium II processor or greater
       -1 GB available hard disk space
       -256 MB RAM
       -PC Anywhere 10.0 with modem or Internet connection
       -Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS)
       -Network Connectivity
       -USB port
       -RS232 serial port (for Serial version)

    Computer Location

    In office, not outdoors next to scale.  User interface designed for the environment is used at the scale for unattended operation.

    Unattended Unit

    Weigh-Tronix WI-130, WPI-135, or Model 1310, barcode swipe reader, thermal ticket printer (8” roll of paper), traffic light control. 

    Scale

    All Weigh-Tronix models.  Call for others.

    Communication

    Ethernet, RF, 802.11a/b, or RS-232

    Network

    Ethernet and Industry standard Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b components

    Scanner

    Supports most RS-232 decoded output scanners

    RFID

    Supports most RS-232 decoded antennas

    Printer

    Supports windows compatible ticket and report printers. 

    Support

    90 days included, annual contracts available


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