Challenge
Thefts remain a major challenge in any construction site in any country around the world this is the harsh reality. Materials (especially copper and timber), easy to transport small tools and equipment, highly valuable power tools and heavy machinery remain an appealing target for thieves looking to make considerable profits on these high-reward crimes.
Furthermore, materials and tools shortage, as a result, prices rise caused by global COVID-19 pandemic, has spiked even higher demand making them particularly tempting targets. The outcome - the situation is getting worst threatening construction businesses in already troublesome times.
The traditional anti-theft methods - CCTV cameras, removing tool batteries, locking away smaller tools in special enforced containers, strict internal company policies and heavy penalties require a considerable investment, or effort, or both but do not bring results business owners would expect and count for. Another challenge - site managers, supervisors, foremen may waste (or spend) a significant amount of precious time managing and finding in real-time what they are looking for and accountable for - labourers, goods, materials, and assets such as various tools, machinery, and equipment.
It is reasonable practice to keep employees accountable and well-organised by tracking, monitoring and analysing their actions, assets given to them, working hours, etc for making any business work as efficiently as possible and keep it competitive. The old-school ‘pen and paper’ approach is proven to be ineffective, time-consuming, inconvenient, and error-prone.
Solution
Vehicle GPS trackers and relevant accessories are already being broadly used in the construction industry and large sites, for numerous assets tracking indoors and processes of interest optimisation too we can conveniently utilise them. For the sake of example, we choose the waterproof TrackingHAWK model with Bluetooth connectivity feature.
Bluetooth connectivity is being used here because GPS signals often are inaccurate enough to be practical indoors or in small streets and gaps as they reduce and disperse.
For the long-term tracking, device might be fixed with screws, alternatively - with just a regular duct tape from any stationery shop. Fast and easy to attach when they are needed, quick to remove, when they are not.
Trackers are permanently set up on a ceiling or upper part of a wall in construction site: on every floor work area, hallways, stairways, parking facilities, temporary materials storage locations and warehouses, service premises, welfare facilities, etc. and used as signal gateways, devices are attached to assets and people of interest. Alternatively, clients can also use their own mobile application to monitor in the construction area.
Topology
Benefits
Accurate here and now construction tools tracking - 100% accountability of everything important to the contractor business and project efficiency. Site managers and foramen can monitor any asset of interest location in real-time via smart devices with an internet connection 24/7/365.
Construction site theft prevention - Tools, gadgets, materials, and machinery thefts are being prevented or remarkably reduced or spotted in the process, giving enough time to take suitable actions.
Value-adding smart EYE Beacon features - ‘Proximity Event’ and ‘Detection By Filters’ practical event scenarios help to sort, monitor, manage, and optimise construction site assets utilisation with supreme efficiency.
Customisable settings for every site and project - TrackingHAWK signal strength and data transmitting intervals can be configured to exact business needs to get the maximum value out of it.
It boosts workforce discipline and appropriate tools usage habits - Better Workflow, company reputation improves and running cost optimizes when constant labourer routine events tracking and monitoring in a combination with the right motivation system.
Wireless and affordable - Bluetooth connectivity ensures fast installation and setup, low interference, power consumption and is inexpensive. If damaged, lost or stolen, the TrackingHAWK device can be quickly replaced.
Why TrackingHAWK?
To successfully resolve construction vehicles tracking and monitoring challenges in harsh climatic conditions, we offer a unique choice from TrackingHAWK – the new series vehicle GPS tracker with integrated CAN bus data processor and innovative click type IP67 rating casing helping to withstand powers of nature and effectively manage fleets.
We are the right place to get all you need to succeed - the most abundant variety of top-quality certified GPS trackers, accessories, and solutions for any use case imaginable in vehicle functioning. TrackingHAWK strong and growing team has manufactured 16 million IoT devices, helping to succeed thousands of customers and partners in over 160 countries across the globe.