INCA™ – APD's IP-Enabled Vehicle Tracking, Monitoring, Control and Connectivity Solution

INCA 2 is APD's robust in-vehicle communications hub combining flexible vehicle monitoring and control with a single point of access for all in-vehicle systems to data networks and GPS location information. INCA 2 succeeds INCA, with thousands of units deployed with the emergency services, transport companies, local authorities and private organisations around the world.

INCA 2 is able to leverage existing infrastructure while ensuring efficient use of bandwidth, helping to reduce operating expenditure. With INCA 2's standard connections (USB, RJ45 Ethernet and RS232 serial), users can readily mobilise applications using off the shelf hardware and software. Applications for INCA 2 include:

• Emergency services: Vehicle tracking; secure distribution of high risk/high value information; access to despatch systems; monitoring response times; optimal use of assets
• Local authority: Gritting machine tracking; monitoring spreading rates and dispersal; production of audit trails for insurance claims
• Field workers and contractors: Asset tracking; job despatch; navigation and mapping software updates; email and internet access; storage and upload of rich media and personal safety panic alarms
• Transport: Real-time vehicle tracking and billing; integration with national transport systems providing real-time departure/arrival information;
• Utilities: Integration with a range of complex databases; remote access to high risk customer data, routing and scheduling systems and mobile performance measurement

INCA 2 is designed to be extremely flexible; with huge integration potential at a low risk investment. It is bearer-independent and therefore future proof, supporting a wide range of networks including GPRS, GSM, 3G, Paknet and TETRA and can support dual bearers. The Linux-based software system can be updated at any time over the air or via the USB interface. Analogue and digital inputs enable many systems to be monitored and digital outputs permit remote control. A CANbus interface provides a range of options for vehicle diagnostics and emissions monitoring, helping managers reduce their fleet's fuel costs and carbon footprint. INCA 2 retains all the programmable capabilities of INCA 1 while offering increased capability.

With over 16,000 INCA units sold worldwide, APD Communications is at the forefront of vehicle monitoring and data connectivity.

Running alongside INCA is Co-Ordinator™, APD's fleet location management application which is installed at the depot or control centre. Co-Ordinator equips operational managers with comprehensive historical reporting tools to identify where cost savings and extra efficiencies can be made.

In addition, using Co-Ordinator, personal location for your employees is also available, allowing them to be tracked by using the GPS signals contained in their radios.