Trailers
The Trailer Module manages all trailer assets including assignment status, specifications, last known location, registration info, and ownership. This data supports trailer matching, load planning, and yard coordination.
Table of Contents
Key Use Cases
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Track active trailers and their assignment status
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View trailer specs including GVW, payload capacity, and dimensions
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Monitor registration and ownership data for compliance
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Identify trailer location and yard assignment
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Match trailers to trips and drivers based on allowed commodities or availability
Navigation Overview
Access the Trailer Module from Resources > Trailers in the left navigation menu. Use the filter bar to narrow results by status, trailer type, or location.
Trailer Grid View
The trailer grid provides an overview of each unit, including:
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Ref # and Trailer Name
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Active status and assignment duration
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Trailer Type (e.g., Van, Flatbed)
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Driver/Trip Assignments
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Last Trip ID
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VIN, License Plate, Last Yard Location
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Make, Model, and Ownership Type
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Last Recorded Location and Timestamp
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Default Yard vs. Last Yard
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Last Known Location with geolocation link
Trailer Detail Panel
Click any trailer row to open its detail panel. Key sections include:
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Reference Code and Status (including duration available)
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Last Location: source, address, GPS, and timestamp
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Assignment: Active Driver, Active Trip, and Last Trip
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Details:
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Trailer Type
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Allowed Commodity Type
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Registration Plate and State
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GVW and Payload Capacity
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Internal and External Dimensions
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Default/Last Yard Locations
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Default Driver/Team
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VIN, External System ID, and ELD ID
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Odometer and Ownership (if tracked)
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Action Menu Options
Found in the top-right of the Trailer Detail Panel:
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Update Status
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Copy ID
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Edit
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Deactivate
Data Dictionary
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Name |
Description |
Data Type |
|---|---|---|
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Reference Code |
Internal system identifier for the trailer |
String |
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Name |
Display name or alias of the trailer |
String |
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Status |
Trailer availability (e.g., Available, Assigned, Inactive) |
Enum |
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Active Driver |
Driver currently using the trailer |
String |
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Active Trip |
Trip currently in progress with the trailer |
String |
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Last Trip |
Most recent completed trip ID |
String |
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Trailer Type |
Trailer configuration (e.g., Van, Flatbed) |
Enum |
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Allowed Commodity Type |
Restrictions on what the trailer may carry |
String |
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License Number |
Plate number |
String |
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Registration Expiry |
Registration expiration date |
Date |
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Registration State/Province |
Issuing authority |
String |
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GVW |
Gross vehicle weight |
Integer |
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Payload Capacity |
Maximum load weight |
Integer |
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Internal Dimensions |
Inside dimensions (length x width x height) |
String |
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External Dimensions |
Outside dimensions (length x width x height) |
String |
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Odometer |
Current mileage reading (if tracked) |
Integer |
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VIN |
Vehicle Identification Number |
String |
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Default Yard Location |
Primary staging yard |
String |
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Last Yard Location |
Most recent yard where trailer was recorded |
String |
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Last Location |
Last geotagged position (stop, facility, address) |
String |
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Location Recorded Timestamp |
Time when location was last updated |
DateTime |
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Status Updated Time |
Timestamp of most recent status change |
DateTime |
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Default Driver/Team |
Default assignment used for planning |
String |
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External System ID |
Integration value for syncing with ELD/TMS |
String |
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ELD System ID |
Trailer ID used in electronic logging systems |
String |
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Make |
Manufacturer (e.g., Hyundai, Wabash, Great Dane) |
String |
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Model |
Model designation (e.g., DuraPlate, Everest, 4000D-X) |
String |
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Ownership |
Ownership classification (Owned, Leased, Contracted) |
Enum |