1 Traq’s platform stands as a purpose-built logistics solution tailored to the complex demands of the frac sand industry. Leveraging advanced automation, seamless system integrations, and real-time data, 1Traq enables frac sand operators to achieve unprecedented levels of efficiency, accuracy, and operational control. Designed specifically for high-volume sand logistics, the 1 Traq system addresses the critical issues of shipment visibility and unstructured data that can lead to delays, increased costs, and inefficiencies.
Key Features and Technical Benefits for the Frac Sand Industry
Comprehensive Inventory and Asset Management:
1 Traq’s platform integrates with truck scales, onsite storage, and well-site automation systems, ensuring accurate, real-time inventory tracking. The platform links directly with customer contract management, billing, and accounting systems, giving operators a complete view of every sand asset from origin through delivery. 1Traq monitors inventory levels at well sites and terminals, enables location-based tracking, and provides tools for flexible sorting and scheduling of trucks and railcars, significantly reducing wait times and demurrage costs by automating truck unloading and loading cycles.
Automated Railcar and Truck Yard Management:
1 Traq optimizes railcar and truck yard management with features like automated railcar barcoding and yard tracking. Each railcar is barcoded upon arrival with details such as date, product, and customer, and placed on a tracked yard path that is configurable to each terminal’s specific needs, including track length, car capacity, and loading access points. This approach not only enables 1 Traq to track the physical location of each railcar but also provides the ability to prioritize cars for loading, further minimizing demurrage. For trucking, the 1Traq platform manages in-transit truck locations, monitors truck arrival ETAs, and provides end-to-end visibility from inbound check-in to outbound signature capture.
Customizable Driver Kiosks:
To streamline onsite logistics, 1Traq provides customizable driver kiosks at sand mine locations. These kiosks are equipped with built-in printers, barcode scanners, and touch screens, allowing for comprehensive digital processing of incoming and outgoing trucks. Features include automatic scale capture, load quantity calculation, and BOL printing, as well as bilingual support for efficient communication with diverse driver teams. The kiosks ensure precise tracking of trucks and provide complete visibility into the sand distribution process, which optimizes traffic flow and reduces bottlenecks.
Advanced Data Collection and Integration:
1 Traq’s platform is powered by a robust technical stack, including a MySQL database hosted on AWS with virtual private cloud isolation and TLS encryption to ensure secure data transmission. The platform supports multiple API integration formats, such as REST, JSON, and XML, facilitating seamless data flow between 1 Traq and clients’ ERP, TMS, and other third-party systems. 1 Traq’s middleware solutions allow for hardware-to-software integrations, supporting IoT connectivity and mobile applications that enable real-time operations management from virtually any device.
Real-Time Reporting and Business Intelligence:
1 Traq empowers operators with real-time internal reporting capabilities, including real time data and automated email reports, and then mention integration with reporting platforms such as Tableau, Jasper, and PowerBI to empower your analytics power users. Operators can track order progress, inventory levels, and logistical performance in real time, from any desktop or mobile device. Automated email reports and customized analytics help teams stay informed, anticipate potential issues, and make data-driven decisions to optimize the supply chain continuously. The reporting and analysis capabilities provide a comprehensive view of operational metrics, enabling proactive management of sand logistics.
Integrated Billing and Contract Management:
1 Traq’s fully integrated billing module supports all aspects of customer transload and demurrage contracts. The system is designed to eliminate billing delays and inaccuracies by synchronizing billing and contract data directly with the logistics flow. By linking BOLs, contracts, and real-time shipment data, 1 Traq provides seamless billing workflows, reducing manual entry and enhancing financial reporting accuracy. Clients can track every transaction from the first shipment through to final payment, which improves cash flow and supports efficient revenue management.
Compliance, Auditing, and Security:
With built-in compliance and audit capabilities, 1 Traq meets high regulatory standards for data security and accuracy. Features include BOL editing, versioning, and detailed transaction logging, along with nightly regression testing to ensure system reliability. The platform’s role-based access system maintains strict user permissioning, with automated testing and segregation of duties, ensuring robust compliance for complex operations.
Environmental and Energy Monitoring:
Recognizing the environmental impact of high-volume logistics, 1 Traq includes tools for monitoring energy consumption and environmental factors. This helps operators manage resource use more sustainably, reducing costs and supporting compliance with environmental regulations.
Results
Through these innovations, 1 Traq’s platform has delivered measurable improvements for frac sand operators:
– 98% On-Time Delivery: 1 Traq’s real-time visibility and automated tracking help operators achieve nearly flawless delivery timing.
– 81% Reduction in Demurrage Costs: With precision traffic management for rail and truck logistics, 1 Traq minimizes delays, resulting in substantial cost savings.
– 43% Increase in Enterprise Efficiency: From automated workflows to centralized data control, 1 Traq drives efficiency gains, empowering teams to operate at peak performance.
1 Traq’s platform is not simply a logistics tool; it’s a comprehensive, data-driven solution for the frac sand industry, designed to deliver operational transparency, streamline processes, and boost profitability. As the platform continues to manage tens of millions of tons of sand annually, it sets the standard for innovation, efficiency, and reliability in sand logistics.
