Track even more with Bluetooth® Low Energy
Several of our GPS trackers are also equipped with Bluetooth® to enable both location tracking and detection of Bluetooth tags and sensors near the trailers with Bluetooth sensors.
These BLE tags can report to the nearest tracker equipped with Bluetooth. This provides an affordable solution to keep an eye on your trailers. Temperature, humidity, shock and vibration sensors can also be integrated with our Bluetooth gateways for sensor monitoring applications.
Trailer GPS-BLE tracker features
Global connectivity
Cellular (2G, 4G LTE-M/NB-IoT), LoRaWAN®, Sigfox and Bluetooth® asset tracking
XL battery life
Our trailer trackers have a battery life of more than 5 years, with built-in low or critical battery alerts.
Sturdy and weatherproof
The IP68 enclosure ensures that devices and trailer trackers can withstand harsh environments, shock, fine dust and brief immersion.
Recovery after theft
In case of theft or loss, switch to Recovery Mode to activate near real-time tracking for trailer and asset recovery.
'in use'
monitoring
Record hours of use based on movements to gain insight into efficient deployment of trailers.
Movement-based updates
With our smart adaptive tracking technology, you will receive regular position updates of the trailer location throughout the day and/or upon movement.
Advanced geofencing
Create custom geofence zones and alerts when a trailer enters or leaves a specific location.
Impact detection
Receive collision detection alerts when trailers are involved in accidents, abused or misused.
Preventive maintenance
Set proactive maintenance reminders based on distance traveled with GPS for trailer tracking to reduce downtime and trailer repair costs.
Battery-powered and wired solutions
Choose from our battery-powered GPS trailer tracking systems with a battery life of 5 to 7 years, for reliable, wireless trailer tracking.
We also offer a comprehensive range of powered GPS tracking solutions where the device is connected to permanent power for real-time trailer tracking.
Motion-based tracking
Our trailer and trailer GPS trackers can also be configured for stationary updates and reporting as well as motion-based tracking, so you get the data you need, when you need it, and so the trailer GPS tracker can go into sleep mode to conserve battery and data usage when not on the road.
Theft prevention and recovery
The GPS trailer anti-theft mode can be switched to stolen trailer tracker recovery mode in case of loss or theft.
In addition, global connectivity provides instant and accurate tracking reports in near real-time to help find and recover lost or stolen trailers immediately.
Extended functionality with geofence zones
Advanced geofencing settings can be customized for specific locations and determine activity when entering or exiting the preset virtual geofence boundary around a location.
This includes triggering specific behavior monitoring or setting alerts for exceeding speed limits, disabling mobile communications, turning on the vehicle's emergency lights and more.
Trailer tracking combines a GPS tracker in the towing vehicle with a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) sensor on the trailer.
When the tractor approaches the trailer, the GPS tracker automatically detects the BLE sensor. This allows the system to identify which trailer is attached to which vehicle.
The trailer's location is then displayed in real time on the platform, along with the vehicle.
Among other things, this results in:
automatic coupling between tractor and trailer
real-time location of trailers
insight into the use and availability of equipment
A GPS tracker determines its location using satellites and transmits this information to the platform via mobile networks.
A BLE sensor does not have GPS itself. It functions as an identification tag that is detected via Bluetooth by a nearby GPS tracker.
In trailer tracking, this usually means:
GPS tracker → mounted on the vehicle
BLE sensor → mounted on the trailer
This allows you to track trailers without having to install a separate GPS tracker on each one.
Bluetooth uses radio signals in the 2.4 GHz frequency band. These signals are significantly affected by obstacles such as metal, concrete, or water.
Metal can even reflect or block radio signals, making it appear as though the sensor is not transmitting a signal.
That is why, for example, it is not a good idea to place a BLE sensor inside a sealed metal case or chassis.
👉 Check out our blog:
https://www.all-connects.be/nieuws/bluetooth-sensor-montage-trailer-metaal/
In this guide, we show you how to install the sensor correctly.
For a reliable signal, it's best to place a BLE sensor:
outside the metal chassis
as high as possible on the trailer
without any metal obstacles around the antenna
A common solution is to mount the sensor in a plastic housing on the outside of the trailer.
This makes it easier for the sensor to connect to the GPS tracker in the vehicle.
BLE sensors are designed for very low power consumption.
Depending on the type of sensor and how it is used, the battery usually lasts 3 to 5 years.
Because the sensor emits only small identification signals, energy consumption is minimal.
No. That's exactly the advantage of BLE trailer tracking.
With this solution:
Does the vehicle have a GPS tracker?
Does the trailer have a BLE sensor?
This way, you can track trailers without having to install expensive hardware on each one.
When a trailer is parked on its own, the BLE sensor cannot transmit its own location (only the last position it had when a towing vehicle parked it there).
But as soon as a vehicle equipped with a GPS tracker returns to the area, the trailer is automatically detected and its last known location appears on the platform.
For applications where trailers are often left unattended for long periods, installing a GPS tracker on the trailer itself may also be an option.
Yes. Thanks to Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), a trailer can be automatically detected when a vehicle equipped with a GPS tracker comes into range.
The system detects the BLE sensor on the trailer and automatically pairs it with the vehicle. This way, you always know:
Which trailer is attached to which vehicle?
where the trailer is located
which combination is on its way
This happens completely automatically without the driver having to make any adjustments.
Yes. The management platform automatically records when a trailer is detected or unhitched.
This makes it easy to check:
which trailer was attached to which vehicle
when the connection was made
where this happened
This helps with planning, tracking equipment, and internal controls, for example.
Yes. Many companies don't have a clear picture of where their trailers are located or how often they're used.
With trailer tracking, you gain insight into:
use of trailers
equipment downtime
trailers available at depots
This way, you can often avoid using extra trailers or make better use of the ones you already have.
Is it difficult to install a BLE sensor?
No. A BLE sensor can usually be easily mounted on the trailer using screws or industrial fasteners.
It is important that the sensor:
is not fully shielded by metal
has a clear view of the vehicle
has been installed correctly in accordance with the installation guidelines
Installation usually takes just a few minutes.
👉 Read our blog post with tips on how to properly install the BLE sensors:
https://www.all-connects.be/nieuws/bluetooth-sensor-montage-trailer-metaal/
