“They All Lie”: Andrey Romanov Reveals Why Traditional Fuel Sensors Deceive Fleet Owners
Standard fuel sensors are costing companies thousands in hidden losses. Andrey Romanov, Commercial Director at ITALON, explains why factory-installed equipment fails and how the new 1% accuracy standard stops fuel theft.
In a move to bring transparency to the logistics sector, Andrey Romanov, Commercial Director of ITALON, has challenged the reliability of standard fuel monitoring systems. According to Romanov, the industry is suffering from a “hidden tax” caused by inaccurate data.
The Problem: Deceptive Data from Old Sensors
“They all lie. Old sensors are deceiving us,” Romanov stated during his latest field demonstration. Most fleet managers rely on factory-installed sensors that come with the truck. However, these sensors are not designed for precise accounting; they often have an error margin of 5% to 15% and suffer from “dead zones” at the top and bottom of the fuel tank.
This lack of precision makes it impossible to detect small fuel siphons or “grey” refueling receipts, leading to massive cumulative losses for the business.
The Solution: The 1% Precision Standard
To combat this, ITALON has introduced high-precision Fuel Level Sensors (FLS) that measure the entire volume of the tank with a guaranteed accuracy of 1%.
Why the ITALON BLE Sensor is a Game-Changer:
- 1% Accuracy: Monitor every single liter, leaving no room for theft or error.
- BLE Technology: Wireless Bluetooth Low Energy connection ensures stable data transmission without the risk of wire tampering or signal interference.
- Full Tank Coverage: Unlike factory gauges, ITALON sensors monitor the fuel level from the absolute bottom to the very top.
“Stop losing money. Monitor every liter of fuel,” concludes Romanov. For modern fleets, switching from “approximate” to “exact” data is the fastest way to increase ROI.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Why are old or factory fuel sensors considered inaccurate?
A: Factory sensors (stock gauges) are designed for general fuel level indication, not for accounting. They often have an error margin of 10% or more, ignore “dead zones” in the tank, and are affected by temperature and vehicle tilt, which allows fuel theft to go unnoticed.
Q: How does a 1% accuracy fuel sensor save money?
A: With 1% accuracy, every liter is tracked. This level of precision makes it impossible to hide even small fuel thefts (siphoning) and allows for 100% accurate reconciliation with gas station receipts.
Q: What is the benefit of ITALON’s BLE (Wireless) sensors?
A: BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) sensors are easier to install, have no wires that can be cut or damaged, and provide a cleaner, more reliable digital signal compared to traditional wired sensors.
Q: Can ITALON sensors measure the entire volume of the fuel tank?
A: Yes. Unlike factory sensors, modern ITALON fuel level sensors are calibrated to measure the entire volume of fuel with 99% precision, ensuring total transparency.