Modern Quarrying Q4 2019

FLEET MANAGEMENT

KEEPING MACHINES UNDER WATCH

T o ensure optimum efficiency, profitability and machine protection, equipment owners must be able to monitor the location and performance of their machines – anytime, anywhere. This was the overall message from bauma 2019, where several original equipment manufacturers showcased their own machine management and telemetry solutions designed to help customers get the best out of their mission-critical capital equipment assets. ZF Aftermarket, one of the pioneers in the digitisation of off-road machinery, presented a portfolio of intelligent service solutions for the digital transformation of the off-highway sector under the motto ‘Service of the Future’. The company showcased its new online portal with technical information and video-based repair instructions, as well as the innovative telematics solutions to enable more efficient operation. Caterpillar rolled out a wide range of equipment, technology and services that empower and encourage customers to ‘Rewrite the Rules’ of the jobsite. Advancing the Choose, Connect and Operate principles, the displays provided customers with a wide choice of machines, greater connectivity for managing machines and the jobsite, as well as advanced technologies to operate profitably. Epiroc unveiled itsMy Epiroc, a new solution for themining and infrastructure industry, with attractive features for increasing fleet efficiency and safety. It helps fleet owners andmanagers optimise their fleet Digital machine management and telematics solutions are fast becoming the new standard in the quarrying and mining industries. At bauma 2019, several original equipment manufacturers presented their offerings that speak directly to the growing digital needs across the different product segments of the market, writes Munesu Shoko .

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MODERN QUARRYING QUARTER 4 - 2019