Most off-road equipment manufacturers or fleet managers have connected equipment with built-in telematics sensors, however, IoT solutions take it a step further with customized data to show recommendations to business operations on how to maximize performance and longevity. In addition to the features of a traditional telematics solution and data insights, IoT solutions for heavy equipment offer remote diagnostics and programming, automated reports and frequency and duration use.  When comparing IoT solutions, it is important to recognize that Parker offers the following unique features for OEMs and fleet management companies compared to competitors:
 

Today’s equipment and machines are more connected than ever before and harnessing this complex data is key to maximizing uptime. By focusing on critical-wear components, Parker drives new levels of productivity, efficiency, and reliability with innovative IoT solutions specifically design for the heavy equipment market. It is more than the traditional telematics or merely an IoT system for fleet management with GPS monitoring.  Parker's cloud-based IoT system offers the ability for companies with off-road equipment frequently used in the construction or mining industry to analyze and optimize spending related to operator behavior, fuel consumption, predictive maintenance and machine downtime. Real-time and historical data assists in job costing by providing objective results, which improves your bottom line and can prevent unpleasant expense surprises for you and your clients.

Mobile IoT End to End
The Parker Mobile IOT solution works by creating a digital link from traditional on-machine networks to a secure Parker cloud, and then presents information via brandable, customizable, easy to configure digital interface that provides full visibility and advanced insight.

Parker is taking telematics to the next level with remote diagnostics and controls programming. Together, Parker and Cummins will offer advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting for major components on mobile equipment to come through a single interface. The intuitive solution offers actionable insights to enable component care, prevent damage and enable quick support.

The infographic below demonstrates the end-to-end transmission of data, from the smart component detection all the way through to the actionable insights provided to OEMs and fleet managers. To learn more about how digital connectivity and integrated diagnostics improve engine performance and machine efficiency, view our press release.

   

Parker's IoT solution is designed to connect everything from construction equipment to mining equipment. Heavy equipment, such as construction equipment, with embedded sensors, helps contractors analyze data about usage, maintenance needs, downtime, and more. This information can be used to make construction equipment more efficient by keeping better track of fuel use or predicting maintenance needs to reduce machine downtime. For instance, a construction company with this information could determine when to service the excavator and prevent expensive breakdowns before they happen. When applied to the firm’s entire fleet, IoT tech can greatly reduce its maintenance costs. Furthermore, one of the major problems in the construction industry are injuries caused due to accidents involving people and heavy equipment. As the number of heavy equipment continues to rise, the risk also increases. IoT can help to make the equipment smarter and safer. With the implementation of Parker's IoT solution, organizations can protect their heavy machinery such as construction equipment, improve fleet maintenance, and ensure the safety of their operators. Moreover, because of rapidly declining IoT sensor costs, businesses can harness the power of internet connectivity for pennies on the dollar.