Which Forklift Telemetry Device is Right for You?

Over the last ten years we have seen a major emphasis on forklift tracking using fleet management and telemetry devices most commonly referred to as "black boxes." Companies are pushing for better utilization and cost tracking technology to assist them in being more productive and lowering their operating expenses measured by Cost Per Operating Hour (CPH). Technology constantly changes and new suppliers are appearing while more seasoned vendors are constantly changing their technology. Some technology is simplified to collect hour meter readings while others consist of multiple I/O's or input/output that track and measure many different parts of the forklift. With added features you typically have added costs. Some suppliers try and alleviate the sticker shock by offering a monthly service that is easier to swallow. This constant change creates a challenge for most companies in determining the right technology for their application which leads to the question:

Which forklift telemetry device is right for you?

To get this answer, it is important to sit down and review the issues that you are trying to resolve.

• Do you feel that you have too much equipment and need a solution that tells you how much your equipment is running?
• Do you have operator issues with miss-use and abuse in the form of equipment, product, and/or warehouse damage?
• Do you need to ensure that your operators are only operating equipment that is assigned to them or ensure they perform their pre-shift inspection?
• Do you want technology that will help you track battery usage and rotation?

All of these plus many more are legitimate reasons to look at forklift telemetry as a way to gather the right information to help you get to your answers. At Shoppa's Mid America, we have onsite experts that have studied the different suppliers in the market and their technology. We keep up to date with the latest trends and services they offer. We will ensure that you only get the technology that you need and don't pay for features you will not use. Let us assist you with finding the right product to solve your problem.

Contact us today for more information.