Telematics / IoT: Machine Hours Live & Online – Retrofitting Precise Machine Hours help with Billing and Maintenance

• AREALCONTROL GmbH introduces a telematics solution for precise recording of machine hours, enhancing maintenance planning and billing transparency.

• The system supports various machine types, with real-time data transfer to the AREALCONTROL portal accessible via multiple devices.

• Installation is quick and easy, with the device attached to the vehicle battery and operational within minutes.

• The hardware is robust, featuring IP67 protection, and operates in a wide temperature range, ensuring durability in various conditions.

• Additional features include live GPS tracking for location monitoring and theft protection, as well as optional accident sensors and environment tracking.

AREALCONTROL GmbH, a leading technology provider of telematics and fleet management solutions, presented an innovative solution for the precise recording of machine hours. This solution offers companies in the construction, agriculture, forestry, industry and logistics sectors the opportunity to record the operating times of their machines with the greatest possible precision and thus optimize their maintenance planning and make their billing processes transparent.

Precise data recording for all machine types
 

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Whether construction machinery, agricultural machinery, special machines or industrial trucks - Arealcontrol enables precise and individual recording of the operating times of all machine types. The data is transferred to the Arealcontrol portal in real time and visualized so that users always have an overview of the utilization of their machines. Login via PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone app is sufficient.

The very simple installation takes place on the positive and negative poles of the vehicle battery. The device is attached using cable ties or adhesive pads. This is done within a few minutes and is ready for use. "Our target group are machine owners with a completely mixed machine inventory. In practice, there is little time available. That's why we make digitalization easy; plug & play. The intelligence lies in the combination of the integrated sensors and the algorithms in the portal," explains Ulric Rechtsteiner, Managing Director. Roaming in all mobile networks in the European Union is particularly important in the construction and agricultural sectors. High availability of over 99.984% is guaranteed by operation as a "private cloud" in two (Tier 3) certified data centers. These are mirrored with each other and all resources are available with multiple redundancy.

The hardware is available in protection class IP67 and is waterproof, dustproof, resistant to weather influences and operates in a temperature range of -20°C to +65°C.

Five key advantages

• Precise and individual recording of machine running times: Users can record the running times of their machines for each type precisely and access them live and online. The maintenance intervals are predicted using AI / machine learning.

• Online transmission and live visualization of data: All data is transferred to the Arealcontrol portal in real time and clearly visualized there. REST/API interfaces are available.

• Optimize operations and maximize availability: Predictive maintenance can minimize downtime and ordering for filter sets, oils, etc. and maximize machine availability.

• Simplified billing and transparent cost structure: The precise recording of machine running times enables simplified billing and a transparent cost structure.

• Cloud-based solution for flexible data access: Users can access their data anytime, anywhere.

Live GPS location and tracking for additional benefits
 

Arealcontrol's solution also includes live GPS location and tracking. This offers companies additional benefits as it allows them to locate their machines at any time and to record the exact location and duration of use. In addition, live GPS location can also be used for theft protection as virtual fences can be defined that trigger an alarm when a defined area is left.

The telematics/IoT system offers additional options that can be used optionally. These include accident sensors, environment tracking for tools, accessories, and add-on parts via Bluetooth.

The future of machine management
 

Arealcontrol's solution is designed for companies that want to optimize their machine management and thus increase their efficiency and profitability. With this innovative solution, companies are well prepared for the future of machine management.