Translogik Probe Used by Bosch

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Transense Technologies PLC

01 May 2015

 

1^st May 2015

 Transense Technologies PLC

("Transense" or the "Company")

Translogik Probe Used by Bosch in its new 'Connected Workshop' System

Transense Technologies plc (AIM: TRT), the provider of sensor systems for the transportation and industrial markets, is pleased to announce that Translogik, its tyre management solutions division, has had its Wireless Tyre Inspection Probe integrated into the new 'Connected Workshop' system from Bosch Automotive Service Solutions ("Bosch") .

The cloud-based, tablet driven system, has two components, 'Entrance Check' and 'Connected Repair', which are linked to allow vehicle information and test results to be shared across workshop equipment, workshop users and the customer. The probe will be used at the 'Entrance Check' level, a 5-minute vehicle health check which includes tread depth and tyre pressure measurements. The system supports OEM and Aftermarket customers globally.  More detail on the Connected Workshop system is given below.

Graham Storey, CEO of Transense said: 'We are delighted to have been selected by an automotive industry leader like Bosch to provide an important  tool as part of its ongoing vision for a 'connected workshop'. The use of accurate, wireless inspection tools will allow Bosch to drive additional revenue generation through efficiency gains, while helping to develop stronger customer relationships through improved information quality and service levels. This is yet another strong endorsement of the quality and commercial value of Translogik's tyre inspection products.'

For further information, please contact:

Transense Technologies plc	Tel: [phone]
Graham Storey, Chief Executive
N+1 Singer - Nominated Adviser and Broker Aubrey Powell, Alex Wright	Tel: [phone]
IFC Advisory Tim Metcalfe, Graham Herring	Tel: [phone]

About Connected Workshop

Using this solution, a service centre reception can, in under 4 minutes, provide a vehicle health check and identify any additional service or repair with an easy to understand report, either direct with the customer before they leave or emailed for their immediate attention in order to:

·     Build Trust:  a consistent vehicle health check provides data to the customer before the vehicle enters the workshop and facilitates obtaining customer approval before any service or repair tasks.

·     Identify additional revenue opportunities:  the system identifies potential issues with tyres, battery, brakes, alignment or Direct Torque Control driven repairs upfront, that can be handled conveniently for the customer - so there are no surprises with the bill.

·     Provide faster inspection and repair:  By creating a job card, obtaining vehicle information and seamlessly providing this information to all equipment, test results are collected automically within the tablet report - there is no need to re-enter manual information on each tool.

·     Enable efficient workshop planning:  the system ensures that the workshop can perform all tasks and confirms the vehicle return time with the customer - again avoiding surprises or inconvenience for the customer.

What does it do?

A job card is created, any vehicle type is identified and this information is sent to the relevant inspection equipment. The vehicle health check is performed and using the tablet-based report, customer approval is obtained for any service or repair task. Required service or repair tasks are performed with vehicle information and task completion recorded on the report.

How does it work?

The solution links equipment with technology to:

·     Identify the vehicle

·     Perform an Entrance Check

·     Review results with the customer

·     Perform the needed service / repair

-      Re-check the vehicle

-      Return the vehicle to the customer

The process steps and equipment are flexible, the solution can be extended and grow with a dealership's needs.

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About Bosch Automotive Service Solutions

Technology from Bosch is used in practically every vehicle in the world. For Bosch, the focus is on people and helping them to stay mobile. Bosch has been dedicated to people for more than 125 years with its pioneering spirit, research, production and expertise.  Bosch's dedication is seen in an unwaivering commitment to providing them with a unique combination of parts, diagnostics, workshop equipment and services.

The Automotive Aftermarket division (AA) provides aftermarket and repair shops worldwide with a complete range of diagnostic and repair shop equipment and a wide range of spare parts - from new and exchange parts to repair solutions - for passenger cars and commercial vehicles.  Its product portfolio includes products made as Bosch original equipment, as well as aftermarket products and services developed and manufactured in-house.  More than 18,000 associates in 150 countries, as well as a global logistics network, ensure that some 650,000 different spare parts reach customers quickly and on time.  In its "Automotive Service Solutions" operations, AA supplies testing and repair-shop technology, diagnostic software, service training and information services. In addition, the division is responsible for the "Bosch Service" repair-shop franchise, one of the world's largest independent chains of repair-shops, with some 16,500 franchises. In addition, AA is responsible for more than 800 "AutoCrew" partners.

Additional information can be accessed at www.bosch-automotive.com

About Transense Technologies

Based in Oxfordshire, UK, Transense has developed patent-protected sensor systems for use in diverse high growth markets. Developed in conjunction with partners including McLaren Electronic Systems and General Motors, Transense's Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW), wireless, battery-less, sensor systems offer significant advantages over legacy wireless sensor systems. Via three wholly owned divisions, IntelliSAW,  Translogik and SAWSense, Transense is targeting the high growth global electrical Smart Grid applications market, the automotive and mining industries, and torque, temperature and pressure sensing markets respectively.

Transense's sensors are also being used in the wind turbine monitoring industry. The Company is part of a consortium of nine companies ("IntelWind") that has begun development on a major EU funded project to improve the efficiency and reliability of wind turbines.

Transense's shares are admitted to trading on AIM, a market operated by the London Stock Exchange (AIM: "TRT").

www.transense.co.uk

 

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