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Transforming Equipment Performance Through Real-Time Data Intelligence

In today’s competitive mining and construction environment, understanding equipment performance, utilisation, and health is critical to operational efficiency and profitability. Telematics Guru provides comprehensive equipment monitoring solutions that deliver real-time insights into fleet performance, enabling data-driven decisions that reduce costs, improve productivity, and maximise equipment return on investment.

Red Edge Resources partners with Telematics Guru to bring advanced fleet management technology to Australian mining and civil construction operations, helping clients unlock the full potential of their equipment investments through intelligent data analytics.

Discover how Telematics Guru can transform your fleet management at rededgeresources.com.au/telematics-guru

What is Telematics Guru?

Comprehensive Equipment Monitoring Platform

Telematics Guru is an advanced equipment monitoring and fleet management platform that collects, analyses, and presents real-time data from heavy equipment across mining and construction operations. The system provides comprehensive visibility into equipment location, utilisation, performance, health, and operator behaviour, enabling operations to optimise fleet performance and reduce total cost of ownership.

Unlike basic GPS tracking systems, Telematics Guru integrates multiple data streams including:

Location and Movement: Real-time GPS tracking showing equipment location, movement patterns, and geofencing capabilities.

Engine Performance: Detailed engine data including hours, fuel consumption, temperature, oil pressure, and diagnostic trouble codes.

Equipment Utilisation: Precise tracking of operating hours, idle time, productive time, and utilisation rates.

Operator Behaviour: Monitoring of operator actions including harsh braking, excessive idling, speeding, and other behaviours affecting equipment life and fuel efficiency.

Maintenance Status: Tracking of service intervals, maintenance schedules, and predictive maintenance alerts based on actual equipment condition.

Productivity Metrics: Analysis of production rates, cycle times, and efficiency metrics enabling performance optimisation.

Fuel Management: Comprehensive fuel consumption tracking, efficiency analysis, and theft detection.

Cloud-Based Intelligence

Telematics Guru operates as a cloud-based platform accessible from any device with internet connectivity:

Web Dashboard: Comprehensive desktop interface providing detailed analytics, reporting, and fleet management tools.

Mobile Applications: iOS and Android apps enabling fleet monitoring and management from anywhere, anytime.

Real-Time Alerts: Instant notifications of critical events including geofence breaches, maintenance requirements, faults, and unauthorised usage.

Historical Analysis: Extensive historical data storage enabling trend analysis, performance comparison, and strategic planning.

Custom Reporting: Flexible reporting tools allowing operations to generate customised reports matching specific management requirements.

Key Features and Capabilities

Real-Time Equipment Tracking

GPS Location Monitoring: Track equipment location in real-time with updates every 30 seconds to 5 minutes depending on configuration.

Movement History: Review historical movement patterns, routes taken, and location history for any time period.

Geofencing: Create virtual boundaries around work sites, maintenance areas, or restricted zones, with automatic alerts when equipment enters or exits defined areas.

Multi-Site Management: Monitor equipment across multiple sites from a single dashboard, ideal for operations with distributed fleets.

Asset Recovery: In the event of equipment theft, real-time tracking enables rapid recovery and law enforcement coordination.

Equipment Utilisation Analysis

Operating Hours Tracking: Precise monitoring of actual operating hours versus engine hours, distinguishing productive time from idle time.

Utilisation Rates: Calculate equipment utilisation percentages, identifying underutilised assets that could be redeployed or removed from the fleet.

Idle Time Monitoring: Track excessive idling that wastes fuel and accelerates engine wear without productive output.

Productivity Metrics: Measure production rates, cycle times, and efficiency metrics enabling performance benchmarking and improvement.

Shift Analysis: Break down utilisation by shift, operator, or time period to identify patterns and optimisation opportunities.

Fuel Management and Efficiency

Fuel Consumption Tracking: Monitor fuel usage in real-time, tracking consumption rates, efficiency trends, and anomalies.

Fuel Efficiency Analysis: Calculate fuel consumption per operating hour, per production unit, or per distance travelled, enabling efficiency comparisons.

Fuel Theft Detection: Identify unusual fuel consumption patterns that may indicate theft or unauthorised usage.

Refuelling Monitoring: Track refuelling events, quantities, and locations, ensuring accurate fuel inventory management.

Cost Analysis: Calculate fuel costs per machine, per project, or per production unit, supporting accurate job costing.

Maintenance Management

Service Interval Tracking: Monitor equipment hours and calendar time against scheduled maintenance intervals, ensuring timely servicing.

Preventive Maintenance Alerts: Automatic notifications when equipment approaches service intervals, preventing missed maintenance.

Maintenance History: Complete maintenance records accessible from the platform, supporting warranty claims and resale documentation.

Predictive Maintenance: Advanced systems analyse equipment data to predict component failures before they occur, enabling proactive maintenance.

Diagnostic Trouble Codes: Real-time monitoring of engine diagnostic codes, alerting maintenance teams to developing problems.

Parts Management: Integration with parts inventory systems ensuring required components are available when needed.

Operator Behaviour Monitoring

Driving Behaviour Analysis: Track harsh braking, rapid acceleration, excessive speeding, and other behaviours affecting equipment life and safety.

Operator Identification: Associate equipment usage with specific operators, enabling individual performance tracking and accountability.

Safety Compliance: Monitor compliance with speed limits, geofence restrictions, and operational procedures.

Training Identification: Identify operators requiring additional training based on behaviour patterns and performance metrics.

Performance Benchmarking: Compare operator performance, identifying top performers and those needing support.

Equipment Health Monitoring

Engine Diagnostics: Real-time monitoring of engine parameters including temperature, oil pressure, coolant levels, and diagnostic codes.

Fault Detection: Immediate alerts when equipment faults are detected, enabling rapid response before minor issues become major failures.

Component Health: Advanced systems monitor component condition including batteries, hydraulic systems, and drivetrain components.

Predictive Analytics: Machine learning algorithms analyse equipment data to predict failures and recommend preventive actions.

Remote Diagnostics: Enable maintenance teams and equipment dealers to remotely diagnose problems, reducing diagnostic time and costs.

Reporting and Analytics

Standard Reports: Pre-configured reports covering utilisation, fuel consumption, maintenance, operator performance, and fleet overview.

Custom Reports: Flexible report builder enabling creation of customised reports matching specific operational requirements.

Automated Reporting: Schedule reports to generate and distribute automatically, ensuring stakeholders receive regular updates.

Data Export: Export data to Excel, PDF, or other formats for further analysis or integration with other systems.

Dashboard Visualisation: Intuitive dashboards presenting key metrics and KPIs in easy-to-understand visual formats.

Trend Analysis: Historical data analysis revealing trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement.

Benefits of Telematics Guru Implementation

Reduced Operating Costs

Telematics Guru delivers measurable cost reductions across multiple categories:

Fuel Savings: Reducing idle time, improving operator behaviour, and optimising equipment deployment typically reduces fuel consumption by 10-25%, saving thousands of dollars per machine annually.

Maintenance Cost Reduction: Preventive maintenance based on actual equipment condition reduces emergency repairs, extends component life, and optimises maintenance spending by 15-30%.

Equipment Life Extension: Improved maintenance, reduced abuse, and optimal operating conditions extend equipment life by 20-40%, deferring major capital expenditures.

Insurance Savings: Many insurers offer premium discounts for fleets with telematics systems, recognising reduced theft risk and improved safety.

Administrative Efficiency: Automated data collection and reporting reduces administrative labour by 50-75% compared to manual tracking methods.

Improved Equipment Utilisation

Understanding actual equipment utilisation enables significant improvements:

Fleet Optimisation: Identify underutilised equipment that can be redeployed to higher-demand areas or removed from the fleet, reducing ownership costs.

Rental Reduction: Improved utilisation of owned equipment reduces reliance on expensive rental equipment.

Right-Sizing: Data-driven decisions about fleet composition ensure operations have the right number and type of machines.

Project Planning: Historical utilisation data improves project planning and equipment allocation decisions.

Productivity Improvement: Identifying and addressing utilisation bottlenecks improves overall productivity by 10-20%.

Enhanced Maintenance Management

Telematics transforms maintenance from reactive to proactive:

Prevented Breakdowns: Timely maintenance and early fault detection prevent 60-80% of equipment breakdowns.

Reduced Downtime: Predictive maintenance enables scheduled repairs during planned downtime rather than emergency failures during critical operations.

Warranty Compliance: Documented maintenance history ensures warranty compliance and supports claims.

Parts Optimisation: Predictive maintenance enables better parts inventory management, reducing emergency orders and inventory carrying costs.

Maintenance Planning: Data-driven maintenance scheduling optimises workshop capacity and technician allocation.

Improved Safety and Compliance

Telematics supports safety objectives and regulatory compliance:

Operator Accountability: Monitoring operator behaviour encourages safe practices and enables targeted training.

Geofencing: Prevents equipment operation in restricted or hazardous areas.

Fatigue Management: Tracking operating hours supports fatigue management and compliance with work hour regulations.

Incident Investigation: Historical data supports incident investigation and root cause analysis.

Compliance Documentation: Automated record-keeping supports regulatory compliance and audit requirements.

Theft Prevention and Asset Recovery

Equipment theft represents a significant risk; telematics provides protection:

Real-Time Alerts: Immediate notification of unauthorised movement or operation outside normal hours.

Location Tracking: Continuous location monitoring enables rapid theft detection and recovery.

Immobilisation: Some systems enable remote equipment immobilisation, preventing theft or unauthorised use.

Recovery Support: Location data supports law enforcement recovery efforts, significantly improving recovery rates.

Insurance Benefits: Demonstrated theft protection may reduce insurance premiums.

Data-Driven Decision Making

Telematics replaces guesswork with data-driven insights:

Performance Benchmarking: Compare equipment, operators, and sites against benchmarks and best practices.

Trend Identification: Recognise developing patterns before they become problems.

Investment Justification: Data supports capital equipment decisions with evidence of utilisation and return on investment.

Process Optimisation: Identify inefficiencies and optimisation opportunities through detailed performance analysis.

Strategic Planning: Historical data and trends inform long-term strategic planning and investment decisions.

Applications Across Industries

Mining Operations

Mining operations benefit enormously from comprehensive equipment monitoring:

Haul Truck Management: Track haul truck cycles, payload efficiency, fuel consumption, and route optimisation.

Production Monitoring: Monitor excavator, loader, and dozer productivity, cycle times, and efficiency.

Maintenance Optimisation: Manage maintenance for large fleets operating in remote locations with limited workshop capacity.

Fuel Management: Control fuel costs representing 20-40% of mining equipment operating costs.

Safety Compliance: Support compliance with mining safety regulations and fatigue management requirements.

Remote Operations: Monitor equipment across multiple remote sites from centralised operations centres.

Civil Construction

Construction operations use telematics to improve project profitability:

Multi-Site Management: Track equipment across multiple construction sites, optimising allocation and utilisation.

Job Costing: Accurate equipment hour tracking supports precise job costing and profitability analysis.

Client Billing: Documented equipment hours support accurate client billing for equipment time and materials contracts.

Equipment Sharing: Coordinate equipment sharing between projects, maximising utilisation and reducing rental costs.

Progress Monitoring: Equipment activity data supports project progress monitoring and scheduling.

Theft Prevention: Protect equipment on unsecured construction sites vulnerable to theft.

Quarrying and Aggregate Production

Quarry operations leverage telematics for production optimisation:

Production Tracking: Monitor loader, excavator, and haul truck productivity against production targets.

Crusher Feed Management: Optimise haul truck dispatch to maintain consistent crusher feed rates.

Fuel Cost Control: Manage fuel consumption representing significant operating costs in aggregate production.

Maintenance Planning: Schedule maintenance during low-demand periods to minimise production impact.

Environmental Compliance: Monitor equipment operation supporting environmental compliance and reporting.

Waste Management

Waste operations use telematics to improve route efficiency and equipment utilisation:

Route Optimisation: Analyse collection routes, identifying efficiency improvements and fuel savings.

Compactor Monitoring: Track landfill compactor utilisation, fuel consumption, and maintenance requirements.

Fleet Efficiency: Optimise waste collection fleet size and composition based on utilisation data.

Customer Service: Improve service reliability through better equipment management and maintenance.

Environmental Reporting: Support environmental compliance reporting with documented equipment activity.

Agriculture

Agricultural operations benefit from telematics during intensive seasonal operations:

Harvest Management: Monitor harvester, tractor, and cart utilisation during critical harvest periods.

Fuel Management: Control fuel costs during intensive field operations.

Equipment Sharing: Coordinate equipment sharing between farms or contractors.

Maintenance Scheduling: Plan maintenance during off-season periods based on actual equipment hours and condition.

Theft Prevention: Protect valuable agricultural equipment stored in remote locations.

Implementation and Integration

Hardware Installation

Telematics Guru systems require hardware installation on each monitored machine:

Telematics Device: Compact, ruggedised device installed on equipment, typically connecting to the vehicle’s CAN bus or OBD port.

GPS Antenna: External or internal GPS antenna providing accurate location tracking.

Cellular Connectivity: Built-in cellular modem transmitting data to cloud servers via 3G/4G/5G networks.

Power Connection: Connection to equipment electrical system providing continuous power.

Installation Time: Professional installation typically requires 1-3 hours per machine, minimising equipment downtime.

Compatibility: Systems compatible with virtually all equipment brands and models, from modern machines with advanced electronics to older equipment with basic electrical systems.

Software Configuration

Following hardware installation, systems require configuration:

Equipment Setup: Enter equipment details including make, model, serial numbers, and specifications.

Geofence Creation: Define site boundaries, restricted areas, and other geographic zones.

Alert Configuration: Set up alerts for maintenance intervals, geofence breaches, faults, and other events.

User Access: Create user accounts with appropriate access levels for managers, supervisors, operators, and maintenance personnel.

Reporting Setup: Configure standard reports and schedule automated report distribution.

Integration: Connect with existing systems including maintenance management, ERP, and accounting software.

Training and Support

Red Edge Resources provides comprehensive training and ongoing support:

Administrator Training: Detailed training for personnel managing the telematics system, covering all features and capabilities.

User Training: Training for managers, supervisors, and other personnel accessing system data and reports.

Operator Communication: Education for equipment operators about system capabilities and benefits.

Ongoing Support: Technical support for system questions, troubleshooting, and optimisation.

System Updates: Regular software updates adding features and improving functionality.

Telematics Guru ROI and Payback

Rapid Return on Investment

Telematics Guru systems typically deliver rapid payback through multiple benefit streams:

Fuel Savings Example – 10-Machine Fleet:

• Average fuel consumption: 20 litres/hour per machine
• Annual operating hours: 2,000 hours per machine
• Fleet annual fuel consumption: 400,000 litres
• Fuel cost: $1.80/litre
• Annual fleet fuel cost: $720,000
• Fuel savings from 15% reduction: $108,000 annually

Maintenance Savings Example:

• Annual maintenance cost per machine: $50,000
• Fleet annual maintenance: $500,000
• Maintenance cost reduction from predictive maintenance: 20%
• Annual maintenance savings: $100,000

Utilisation Improvement Example:

• Underutilised equipment identified: 2 machines
• Equipment ownership cost: $150,000/year per machine
• Equipment redeployed or removed from fleet
• Annual savings: $300,000

Total Annual Benefits: $508,000

Telematics System Investment:

• Hardware and installation (10 machines): $25,000
• Annual subscription fees: $12,000
• First-year total cost: $37,000
• Ongoing annual cost: $12,000

ROI Calculation:

• First-year net benefit: $471,000
• Payback period: 26 days
• First-year ROI: 1,273%
• Five-year net benefit: $2,383,000

Additional Unmeasured Benefits

Beyond quantifiable savings, telematics delivers valuable benefits difficult to measure precisely:

Improved Decision-Making: Data-driven decisions improve outcomes across operations.

Reduced Stress: Automated monitoring and alerts reduce management stress and administrative burden.

Competitive Advantage: Superior equipment management improves operational efficiency and competitiveness.

Customer Confidence: Demonstrated equipment management capabilities enhance client confidence and contract opportunities.

Environmental Benefits: Reduced fuel consumption and optimised operations support environmental sustainability goals.

Why Choose Red Edge Resources for Telematics Implementation?

Industry Expertise

Red Edge Resources brings deep understanding of Australian mining and construction operations:

Operational Knowledge: We understand the unique challenges, requirements, and opportunities in Australian mining and construction.

Application Experience: Extensive experience implementing telematics across diverse equipment types and operational scenarios.