Tire DOT Code Decoder: How to Integrate it into your Tire Management System
Lukas Moshuber
Product Manager at Anyline
One of the biggest considerations for fleet managers is the need for effective management of commercial and passenger vehicle performance. A loss of traction from worn tires, or issues created by low tire pressure, can add costs for each mile driven.
However, tracking individual tires and their usage throughout their entire lifecycle is a challenge. The main reason behind this is twofold. Firstly, it can be difficult to identify tires individually. Secondly, manual collection of data can also be overwhelming. By using a DOT code decoder it’s possible for service partners and technicians to more easily automate the collection of tire data.
These decoders allow for the instant scanning of the DOT numbers on tires, vehicle license plates, commercial tire serial numbers, and other items.
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1. Why it's important to collect DOT codes
DOT codes are vital parts of tire management, providing information about the manufacturing place and date of every tire. They are also generally unique to a fleet or tire stock, which means they can be used as identification numbers. Additionally, having a DOT collection helps manage tires when problems arise. These problems can include issues such as tires that are recalled by the manufacturer due to design defects, and aging tires that need to come out of service based on local laws.
A DOT code decoder is a great way to keep accurate and precise records for tires that are in storage or part of a fleet. The codes can be used as ID numbers and then each tire and maintenance record can be linked to that particular number. It’s easy and convenient to address tire issues that way, which helps keep faulty or dangerous tires off of the road. In the end, a tire code decoder can help reduce risks and exploitation costs.
2. Why you should automate DOT collection
It’s very time-consuming to collect DOT codes by hand, and there is a significant chance that human error will lead to some being recorded incorrectly. With a DOT code decoder, you can collect everything you need on all four tires with an average time of under a minute. There’s no chance of errors that way, and you’ll have a better sense of security when you know you aren’t being faced with recording and transcription concerns caused by manual DOT information and input.
3. The benefits of a DOT code decoder for tire management
Automation has tremendous advantages when it comes to the collection of DOT information. These advantages include:
- Accurate tire status – from an individual vehicle to a fleet, it’s easy and convenient to track everything and get updates on the condition of tires.
- Good control of maintenance costs – by scanning tire codes on a regular basis and integrating the data into a management system it’s easier to track expenses.
- Time-saving value – a tire management system through a mobile solution such as Anyline makes it faster to collect information and store it for the future.
4. Integrating a DOT code decoder into a tire management system
It’s easy to integrate mobile data capture into current websites and apps for great commercial tire management. With Anyline’s SDK you can use iOS, UWP, and Android, along with React Native, Xamarin, and Cordova.
A single-vendor solution is the way to go when you need a trusted commercial tire management solution. You can download the demo and check it out, request a 30-day free trial, or get in touch to see which options are right for your needs.
