Common use cases
Keep track of where equipment is located
Identify machines and tools
See equipment that hasn’t been seen for a while
Track equipment between job sites
Requirements
You have access to Infobric Equipment
Equipment is registered in the system
Labels
Labels are used to identify equipment manually. Each label has a unique ID and is designed to be attached to equipment in harsh environments.
When a label is scanned, it is linked to the equipment and a position is recorded using the phone’s location services. This makes it possible to see where the equipment was last detected.
The label ID is used as the equipment’s unique identifier in the system.
Tracking devices (trackers)
Tracking devices are used to automatically collect positions without manual scanning.
They can use different technologies, such as Bluetooth or GSM, depending on the need for accuracy and update frequency.
Bluetooth-based tracking works by signals being picked up by other devices in the network, while GSM-based tracking sends position data via the mobile network.
Trackers are often used for equipment that is:
More expensive
Business-critical
Moving between different locations
Tracking via vehicles
Through integration with Infobric Fleet, vehicles can contribute to tracking equipment.
Vehicles with a trip log can act as mobile storage locations where equipment is linked to the vehicle. The position is then updated automatically via the vehicle’s hardware.
This provides a better overview of equipment that is transported between different locations.
Tips!
Labels are an easy way to get started with tracking
Trackers provide more automated tracking
Combining labels and trackers gives the best coverage
Equipment not seen for a long time may need follow-up