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Discussions related to Towing Software, Remote Controls, Cameras, GPS Units, Mobile Devices, etc. Including discussions related to Amateur Radio & Two Way Communications. As well as Technical Assistance with TowForce.
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This is text and voice chat app that I have integrated in to the message board. It has a iphone iOS app and a android app that you can use on your phone. As well as a desktop app. To get to it just find the link on the front page or click on this link https://www.towforce.net/discord/invite/towforce/ to get on it. The roles on the message board will carry over to it. the programs for the phones and desktop app is at https://discord.com/download Later I may add on site component to this to integrate it even more.
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Add the Tow.Photos upload link plugin to the toolbar to upload photos to that site and will also add it to the post.
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This is the install for for the TowForce mobile app for android. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tapatalk.towforcenetapplicationstapatalk
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I'm not writing this to shame Towmate; I love the product and absolutely will continue using them. It's more of a "heads up" for anyone experiencing these issues with their Towmates, I believe I have figured out what's going on. Specific product being used is a TM-21 light duty wireless tow light. Been using the various models of these light duty wireless ever since you guys came out with them way back in the old days when they were still in the white plastic housing with the rubber covered toggle switch on top so we have some history. In the last couple years the batteries y'all have sourced do not last. The one part I can't get covered under w…
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Source: SoundOff Signal press release SoundOff Signal®, manufacturer of vehicle LED lighting, controls systems, and electronic warning solutions for the law enforcement, amber and government markets, has announced that Mark Litke, president, and CEO, is retiring as of January 2022. The SoundOff Signal board has named Bryan Nyeholt his successor as president. During the remainder of 2021, Litke will be transitioning his position to Nyeholt to ensure continuity of the business and a seamless transition. In addition, Daniel Boerigter, chairman of the board, will assume the title of executive chairman. Litke has been with the company for nearly 20 years, holding previous po…
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TowMate, Inc. has added to their product offerings in 2021 through new product development and exclusive manufacturing and distribution rights on other new items. Two of the latest examples include ‘The Life Saver’ traffic cone warning light system and the LED illuminated AirBar work zone boundary system. The Life Saver (P/N: TM-LS) has changed from its original design of a traffic cone mounted with strobes and an internal battery. It is now a self-contained unit that’s universal to any traffic cone and features two LED strobes, lithium battery and over 24 hours of runtime. This allows the user to continue storing cones by stacking them, and easily move it from truck to …
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On August 30, HAAS Alert, the company behind the automotive digital alerting system Safety Cloud® that’s standard on emergency and roadway fleet vehicles, closed $5 million in investment capital. The funding, which will support the expansion of Safety Cloud across the country, was led by R^2 and Blu Ventures and was joined by TechNexus, Stacked Capital, UrbanUs, Techstars, Ride Ventures, and Gramercy Fund. HAAS Alert’s platform enables real-time safety alerts between vehicles and connected infrastructure (V2X) to reduce the risk of collisions. Safety Cloud’s cellular-based sensors and predictive technology digitally alerts drivers via vehicle systems. The service works o…
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I'm less than a year into the industry and loving it and have caught myself getting into drones and photography. Having said that, I've decided I want to equip myself with a body cam to record my recoveries to refer back to, learn from, post on here, etc. Does anybody else already do this and which body cam do you utilize and what do you love about it? Do you prefer a shirt mounted cam or a head mount that follows your eyesight? I'm leaning towards the head mounted version but am very open to others insights.
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Need to update our gps tracking contract. Considering adding cameras. Interested on what system is liked by most companies as well as average cost per unit . I appreciate any feedback.
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What is out there? What are you using? How long have you had yours? How many sets do we actually need? What is the best for not a huge cost? Most Important ,how often do you use yours? Is it on every Heavy Recovery or some?
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Installing New Amazon Clear Cab lights w/ led Bulbs Ram Ford truck Silverado
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I was watching Dragon's Den and a couple for guys invented a motorcycle helmet with a brake light on the back. They inserted the sensors from a cell phone into LED lights in the helmet and when you even slowed down, the brake light on the hemet would engage at the same time as the brake light on the bike...it was impressive. Question for all you brave souls out there - Is there an application for this with workers on the side of the road? A light on your actual head to try and prevent what seems to be, a pandemic of lives lost? Would it make you more visible? Is it legal? Would a red and blue light on your head be allowed if they won't allow…
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Any PPI guys or gals using LPR cameras for Parking Enforcement?? If so what solution have you found that actually works?
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I used to be able to post pictures from my desktop of my Mac up until recently but now when I try a pop up window says file too large even for 1 picture, any suggestions? Thanks
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A giant “thank you” goes out to Reva Benefiel from Benefiel Truck Repair & Towing in Iowa for her testimonial about Towbook in this month’s issue of American Towman!
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On this episode Chris brings in some of our new ULTRA low profile strobe lights and shows how these can make your vehicle visible and alert any driver. Check out more at: www.towmate.com
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The Florida Tow Show is just around the corner and we'll be there, be sure to stop and say hello! If you can't make it, but would like to give Towbook a try, no worries! Take advantage of our 90-Day show special by visiting: https://towbook.com/signup/FTS
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The Detroit Assurance 5.0 suite of active safety systems uses a sophisticated mix of fused radar and high-definition camera technology to automatically track objects and threats on the road, and then activate in real-time to mitigate collisions. Detroit Assurance 5.0 is spec’d in all of Western International’s fleet of more than 100 Freightliner Cascadia trucks. The optional Active Lane Assist (ALA) detects the reflective paint and raised reflectors in lane markers. While in cruise, ALA’s Lane Keep Assist actively and continuously assists the driver with keeping the vehicle within the lane. If the vehicle crosses the markers, the lateral steering assist motor – ALA’s La…
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One of the roadside companies out there wants scanners out of their trucks. Are there any convert / concealed antennas out there that can be used to hide there existance?
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So, I got nearly 3 years out of this one and the screen went out. Time for a new one, problem is I am strapped for cash as I have focused on regenerating the message board. In fact I have devoted so much time to bring the community back from near disaster I have not invoiced Patrons & Sponsors on a timely basis. Making sure the community was back on track has been my main concern. Generating funds to keep it going has taken a back seat. Now, I am forced to ask for help. I have a Supporter that has pledged to match funds up to $1000.00 in order to get a new Macbook Pro. I need to raise these funds in the next 45 days. So, the way that has been d…
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At Towbook, we are committed to providing you with the solutions you need to help minimize inefficiencies and increase productivity! Check out our new "Quotes" feature that was recently implemented with more innovative features being released the entire month of December for our annual "12 Updates for the Holidays"! Sign up for your 30-Day Free Trial today at: www.towbook.com to let us show you why we have become the industry's leading towing management software! We look forward to speaking with you soon! 😉
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Hello Fellow TowForce Friends, I hope this post finds everyone healthy and virus free. I must add, I'm looking forward to dropping this from my greeting as soon as possible! This is a quick note to introduce our newest technology for the towing industry, InTow Connect. As you all know, motor clubs are looking for towing providers who have adopted technology. They want to ensure providers can accept digital transactions, making their call distribution process easier and more efficient. Historically, towing providers would have to invest in towing management software to achieve this goal. These systems can carry large monthly fees …
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Not sure if this is the right place for this, But I'm wondering if anyone has any knowledge when it comes to making custom flash patterns for lights that don't have integrated strobe controllers. Currently I have 68 total lights run up and down my rollback bed and up and down the headache rack, I provided a video of what i currently have them setup to do, the video is old and since I have added the before mentioned headache rack lights. My bed lights currently run with my running lights and headlights, and when my running lights are on if I turn my strobe light switch on it will override my running lights for the bed only and my bed lights will instead flash in the p…
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Palmettostatewrecker asked this question in July of 2017: Does anybody use 2 way or fixed radios in their rigs. I am looking at adding a few to ease dispatching. I don't need a cb to talk to other states, but also need something decent to communicate with drivers throughout the area. Jefftow said: No we don't anymore, not for several years.This will be an interesting topic to watch, I hope. I sure miss the days of talking into a mic, either in the cab or in the office. I just don't feel like I'm talking on a radio if I'm using an two-way app on a smart phone. When radios went by the wayside, I kept several. They're mostly good for nothing but b…
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The intent of this series of topics is to hear member Testimonials is regards to TowForce Sponsors. Today we will be seeking responses from members currently using Beacon Software. Thank you https://www.beaconsoftco.com/ A New TowForce Sponsor Testimonial request will be added each day. These are not in any specific order and are drawn from a current list of sponsors.
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The Tow Times July issue explores how the coronavirus pandemic has forced a deeper digitization of storage yards to minimize person-to-person contact, advantages of rotators with recovery capability combined with weight-saving design, how wireless remotes enhance tow operator safety, and basic car carrier securement. Plus, operators and airport workers team up to recover a vintage DC-4 aircraft that was blown onto a hanger by a tornado. Find this and more in the Tow Times July issue. View the full article and more on TowTimes.com
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KirbysTowing asked the question in January of 2012: My rollback has a Lodar wireless remote for the bed and side- puller winches, It will work intermittently for about 2 seconds at a time. I have changed the batteries checked the connections etc. I am at a loss, and I use my side-puller all of the time, so any advice would be greatly appreciated. eastendtow66 said: We have the same sym on our rollbacks when your sil valves have bad coils the lodar will kick out the power so you wont burn out the power box. Orcas Tow said: Mine was doing a similar symptom, I noticed that the Lodar would pulse on/off, drop out rhythmically & w…
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With the new normal off working from home many towers I have spoken to have moved their dispatch operations to the home office or have allowed their dispatchers too work from home. This is fairly simple to do today with high speed internet, laptop computers and virtual phone systems replacing traditional wireline services. My question is, what security measures have you taken to protect the integrity of your company data when accessing it remotely? It would be devastating if someone hacked into your dispatch or billing software and held the data hostage, or worse yet, used it for fraudulent purposes. Most business liability insurance policies have some coverag…
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