Case study - Construction Machine Control System

A nationwide construction company ordered a modern remote control system for construction machinery.

Aim - to implement an effective hardware resource management system.

We used the iMod 3G/GPS platform for this project. The device was connected to on-board computers of construction machines with a Modbus -> CAN converter.

3G module provides

• constant connection to logistics centre
• access to all parameters with iModCloud
• real-time data transfer
• possibility of remote ignition.

CAN bus data enables constant monitoring of

• current fuel level
• fuel consumption
• mileage
• operation time (for regular service schedule)
• engine operating temperature
• oil temperature
• battery level
• vehicle speed
• etc.

GPS provides

• tracking of machinery on construction sites
• tracking of available machinery at remote sites
• vehicle movement monitoring (helps to measure operating hours and to increase efficiency).

iModCloud service provides

• monitoring and control of all the machines with a web browser of any mobile device.
• constant access to selected information
• instant reports.

With the RFID reader it is possible to:

• identify a machine operator
• accurately determine working hours.

With the use of iMod 3G/GPS and iModCloud we have fulfilled all the requirements of the project. The Customer received:

• modern remote control and monitoring system
• data acquisition, analysis and aggregation system

in addition:

• ready-to-use solutions minimized the time and cost of system implementation
• It is possible to extend the system with new functionalities at any time.