PTC Asset Connect Overview

PTC Asset Connect

PTC Connect provides comprehensive solution to managing rail asset data through advanced capture, classification, and auditing technologies. Data is regularly collected via any rail-going vehicle, ingesting high-resolution LiDAR from multiple sources—including BYOD options—to maintain accurate, up-to-date asset records. AI algorithms classify key asset types such as tracks, signals, switches, and derailers, enabling advanced analytics and precise reporting of asset location and condition.

Change detection capabilities allow for the comparison of newly captured data against historical baselines, with configurable thresholds triggering alerts for movements or changes of operational significance. Users can visually inspect these changes remotely, streamlining oversight. Seamless integration with existing PTC asset databases ensures that asset condition records are continuously updated, supporting timely and informed decision-making. The system also supports compliance requirements with detailed inspection history and survey reports, helping maintain regulatory and operational standards.

Key Functionality

Compare the latest capture data to the existing audit information using the visual comparison tool

Review each asset within the full context of the network; PTC Connect provides a map view, attachments, point cloud, video and image information for every asset on the network

Acceptor ignore new/moved/missing assets one at a time, or all at once

View all assets in this audit - or filter by status to focus on new, moved or missing assets requiring human-in -the-loop investigation

Understand key information for each audit by reviewing the Details card and ensure complete visibility of every audit with the History card.