Omnitracs Weigh Station Bypass is the fastest-growing bypass program in the country, covering more weigh stations and inspection sites than any other bypass service. With seamless integration into your in-cab technology, it’s easy for drivers to avoid weigh stations and make the most of their time. By helping drivers avoid weigh stations, Omnitracs Weigh Station Bypass reduces idling time and the fuel it wastes while helping meet customer expectations for on-time deliveries.
Fines
for failing to stop can reach thousands of dollars, depending on the state
Trucks are prescreened and equipped with the Weigh Station Bypass mobile app, which communicates with the weigh station’s system. As the truck approaches, the app sends the required data to the station, and the station checks the truck’s credentials. A signal is then sent back, telling the driver whether to stop or not.
Prevent the cost of weigh station stops from adding up
Weigh Station Bypass will save at least five minutes of a driver’s time and $8.68 in fuel and wear and tear each time they can bypass a weigh station.
Avoiding weigh stations keeps trucks and drivers safer
Entrance and exit interchanges are the site of more crashes than other areas of the interstate system. Weigh Station Bypass keeps drivers safer by helping them avoid more weigh stations than any other system.
Protect your safety scores
In addition to fines, failure to stop at a weigh station can lead to added points on a CDL license and reduce the driver’s CSA score. Trucks may be detained at the next weigh station and could also be subject to more frequent stops in the future. The fleet may face penalties as well.
Take Weigh Stations Bypass international
If you’re crossing the border into Canada, Weigh Station Bypass also connects with all Canadian weigh stations.
Omnitracs and Drivewyze® PreClear create virtual bypass fences
Solera Weigh Station Bypass is Powered by Drivewyze. Drivewyze geofencing uses GPS data to create a virtual geographic “fence” around a weigh station and issues an alert when crossed. It’s also the only system that uses your existing MCP110/200, MCP50, IVG, or XRS in-cab units.
Omnitracs and PrePass® add safety alerts and toll data
Omnitracs also works with PrePass, which saves you time and money at weigh stations while prioritizing safety. PrePass ALERTS™ lets drivers know when they’re entering work zones, dangerous slow-down areas, and more. PrePass also integrates with electronic toll payment services to gather payment information.A weigh station bypass solution allows qualified commercial vehicles to, under certain specified conditions, bypass weigh stations or inspection stations without needing to stop for a physical inspection. A weigh station bypass solution offers several significant advantages. It reduces the time drivers spend waiting at weigh stations, which reduces fuel consumption and stress on the delivery schedule. It also reduces congestion at the weigh station, so even vehicles that must stop can benefit. To use a bypass solution, fleets and vehicles must be pre-qualified based on their safety records, compliance with regulations, and operational history. The weigh stations use wireless communication and vehicle screening technologies to identify qualified trucks.
Both transponders and mobile devices are used in weigh station bypass systems, with each technology having its own advantages and shortcomings. Either method will communicate with the weigh station if the station is equipped with compatible technology. Transponders are easily installed directly to the inside of the windshield and are widely supported by weigh station infrastructure nationwide. Green or red lights inform the driver if they must stop. Fees or account set-ups may be required. Mobile devices, on the other hand, rely on GPS and cellular networks to function. There may be app fees, but no hardware to purchase, and the apps can be installed on nearly any enabled device. The downside is compatibility, as the use of devices is expanding, but not in all states.
A bypass system error can consist of either stopping a truck that should be cleared or clearing a truck that should be stopped. While any system is capable of errors, the error rate for weigh station bypass is very low, from 1% to 3% for major providers like PrePass and DriveWyze, which are also Solera partners. With transponder systems, errors can be caused by communications issues that may arise in adverse weather conditions. In mobile app-based systems, anything that interferes with connectivity can cause errors. Errors also arise if databases are not updated or the WIM (Weigh in Motion) system, used to weigh trucks as they drive over sensors in the road, is not accurately calibrated.
Weigh station bypass systems are an excellent way to reduce fuel consumption. Any time a truck has to stop, wait in line, and then accelerate again, it uses more fuel than if it simply kept moving. Waiting in a slow-moving weigh station line also uses fuel that could otherwise be used to keep the vehicle moving.
Infrastructure or equipment is needed both on the vehicles and in the weigh station. Transponder-enabled systems need the transponder mounted on the inside of the windshield where it will not interfere with the driver’s field of vision. The weigh stations must have an RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) reader and WIM (Weigh-In-Motion) scales to communicate with the transponder. Fleets need to confirm that this technology is used on the routes they give to drivers. Transponder-enabled systems generally must integrate with a fleet management software platform to monitor compliance, driver performance, and transponder status.
Mobile device-based systems need an app-equipped mobile device securely mounted where the driver can easily see it and a cellular connectivity plan. It should be noted that cellular service can be spotty in certain areas.
Fleets must meet a number of requirements regarding safety, compliance, registration, and technology to participate in weigh station bypass programs. One primary requirement is an excellent safety and compliance record. To qualify, fleets must meet all FMCSA safety regulations, including driver qualifications, vehicle maintenance, and cargo handling. The FMSCA issues an ISS (Inspection Selection System) score, with low scores indicating better performance. The fleet must be registered with the FMSCA and have a valid U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) number. Fleets must undergo and pass regular inspections, comply with weight and axle configuration requirements, and carry documentation on the type of cargo being carried. Fleets must then join a weigh station bypass program, such as those offered by Solera partners PrePass and DriveWyze, which requires documentation of compliance with all requirements.
