Nexxiot, 3C Telemetry Partner to Enhance Rail Safety, Efficiency

Nexxiot Strengthens North American Rail Safety and Efficiency with 3C Telemetry Partnership

Nexxiot on March 19 announced that it will enable “seamless connectivity” of 3C Telemetry’s advanced sensors to its analytics platform, “offering unprecedented insights into maintenance data patterns.”

This collaboration, Nexxiot says, “facilitates predictive and preventive maintenance strategies, significantly enhancing rolling stock protection in North America.”

3C Telemetry, “a leader in delivering cost-effective and innovative rolling stock solutions,” including specialized wheelset and bearing sensors for the rail industry, will integrate into Nexxiot’s open digital ecosystem. This partnership, the company says, “aims to mitigate risks and ensure the safety and availability of railcars and other mobile assets for clients.”

“By harnessing Nexxiot’s hardware, software, and AI-driven analytics, this alliance promises to digitalize the global transport and logistics industry, with a particular focus on the North American rail sector,” the company stated in a release.

“We are excited to bring our experience in monitoring locomotives and railcars with sensitive cargo for over a decade to a broader market,” said 3C Telemetry Partner Ryan Mining. “The partnership with Nexxiot allows a larger customer base to take advantage of the trusted positioning and sensing capabilities of the Nexxiot Globehopper, augmented by the advanced bearing, wheel, and specialty sensing of the 3C Telemetry line of sensors. With a focus on safety and early problem detection, Nexxiot and 3C Telemetry will enhance the rail industry’s efforts to provide safe and affordable rail transportation to a global audience.”

The strategic collaboration between Nexxiot and New York Air Brake, the company says, has already paved the way for the Digital Freight Train of the future, setting a new standard in the industry. “Extending this innovative approach through the partnership with 3C Telemetry addresses critical components in rolling stock, such as wheelsets and bearings. This initiative is not only poised to optimize costs and reduce downtimes but also plays a crucial role in safeguarding brand reputation by minimizing the occurrence of highly visible derailments,” according to Nexxiot.

“In the face of long-standing industry challenges, the collaboration between Nexxiot and 3C Telemetry is a beacon of innovation and operational insight,” said Nexxiot EVP of Operations Kenneth Mannka. “Our combined strength lies in our deep technological foundation and our intimate understanding of the industry’s operational demands. We jointly deliver unparalleled value by addressing challenges that have persisted for years, which only partners like us, with a strong technology background at scale and an operations-focused perspective, can solve. This partnership is set to redefine standards and expectations within the industry, marking a new era of efficiency and safety in rail transportation.”

“This alliance is driven by a mutual dedication to excellence and innovation, striving to deliver groundbreaking solutions in freight transportation. With more than a million devices already deployed on mobile supply chain assets, including railcars and shipping containers, Nexxiot it continues to lead the way in transforming the rail industry alongside RailPulse and other key stakeholders through the accelerated adoption of GPS and digital technologies.

“Together, 3C Telemetry and Nexxiot are setting new standards for safety and efficiency in the North American rail industry. Through this strategic integration of technologies and expertise, the partnership is committed to delivering tangible improvements for clients, fostering safer, more cost-efficient operations.”