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24.07.2015

Orlaco teams up with Stoneridge

Orlaco, the Dutch manufacturer of boom mounted camera systems, has agreed a strategic alliance with Stoneridge, a leading producer of sensors, electronics and in-cab display systems for trucks and buses and a wide range of other vehicles, to develop an electronic alternative to rear view mirrors.

The ‘MirrorEye’ mirror replacement system will combine Orlaco camera technology with Stoneridge driver information technology (display, electronics & system integration) to create what it describes as “an innovative, industry leading product to enhance safety and fuel economy”.

Under the agreement, the two companies will design, develop and produce mirror replacement systems for the commercial vehicle and off road markets. Stoneridge will lead the effort with responsibility for the overall system and in cab components, while Orlaco will be responsible for the external products.
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The Orlaco camera monitor system


Orlaco chief executive Henrie van Beusekom said: "Our companies have enjoyed an excellent working relationship that gives us all confidence in our collective ability to deliver an innovative solution to the market. This strategic alliance is an effective method to introduce our patented technology with an industry leader to provide the market with an integrated solution that leverages our combined strengths. The true strength of this new technology platform is that we are spectacularly improving mirror functionality by providing night-vision, automatic safety panning function during truck-turns and possibility of video-recording for analysis and security.”

Stoneridge chief executive Jon DeGaynor added: "This strategic alliance agreement brings together a global leader in the instrumentation and electronics markets and a premier cameras supplier. The MirrorEye mirror replacement system has received high praise in driver trials under a variety of driving conditions. MirrorEye increases the driver’s field of view, enhances night visibility and improves safe operating conditions for drivers and fleet owners. In addition to the compelling safety benefits, the small exterior design of this system compared to traditional mirrors improves fuel economy by enhanced aerodynamics,”

“Road testing indicates significant reduction in fuel consumption. This best-in-class mirror replacement solution reaffirms our companies' continuing commitment to deliver innovation and value to customers worldwide."
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Jon DeGaynor of Stonridge (L) and Henrie van Beusekom of Orlaco seal the strategic agreement


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