solar power that pays off

Solar Power That Pays Off: Why CargoVision Is a Smarter Way to See Inside Your Trailers 

By Frank Schneider

Every minute a loaded trailer sits idle is lost revenue. Every time your team guesses whether there’s space left in a trailer, you risk underutilization. And when a driver opens the doors without knowing how the load shifted, it can turn into a serious safety incident. 

That’s why we made solar power central to the CargoVision camera system. No wiring, no battery maintenance, no service delays. The unit installs in about 15 minutes and stays up and running using reliable solar energy. It works as long as your trailer does, with fewer interruptions and lower operating costs. 

CargoVision isn’t just a camera. It’s a full view of the trailer interior in high-resolution, including the floor, roof, doors, and nose. You can confirm load status, document securement, and see if cargo has shifted before the doors open. 

With machine learning built in, the system delivers volumetric and floorspace data within seconds of image capture. This means more accurate detention billing, better trailer utilization, and faster decision-making across your fleet. 

Need visual proof of a pickup or delivery? Want to reduce check calls and improve response times? All images and data feed directly into the Phillips Connect Connect1 platform, giving your team a clear view of trailer activity in real time. 

CargoVision also integrates with leading TMS platforms to automate trailer packing workflows and optimize space planning. That connection between real-world visibility and digital operations helps fleets load smarter, dispatch faster, and reduce wasted trips. 

Solar power makes it simple. CargoVision makes it smart. Better visibility leads to better billing, safer operations, and faster turns. And with a self-powered system that never stops working, you stay one step ahead. 

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