Heavy Machinery
both at the time of purchase and throughout its operation,
often in challenging conditions and with varied usage demands.
At Ground Control, we specialize in Satellite IoT and Asset Tracking solutions,
enabling Asset Managers to monitor, maintain and protect specialist heavy equipment in real time,
even in remote site locations, increasing efficiency and reducing operational costs.
Our Services for the Heavy Machinery Suppliers
Maximizing your Heavy Machinery Output with Satellite Connectivity
Global Coverage
Heavy machinery can be deployed to some of the most remote locations on Earth where mobile networks can be limited or unavailable. We design and build satellite-enabled IoT and asset tracking hardware enabling global connectivity to your equipment.
Tracking Platform
Cloudloop Tracking provides real-time monitoring of all your heavy machinery, enhancing operational efficiency by collecting and interpreting equipment data through our cloud-based platform. For added flexibility, our APIs can integrate this data into your preferred fleet management system.
Instant Alerts
Telemetry alerts can enable a quick response to machinery faults or excessive usage to reduce equipment downtime. Mitigate against theft by using geofence alerts to detect immediately if your heavy equipment moves outside of its predefined areas.
Rugged Tough Devices
Often working in harsh and demanding environments, satellite-enabled devices for heavy equipment need to be robust to withstand extreme conditions.
Our RockREMOTE devices are IP66 to IP68 rated and can operate across a wide variety of temperature and vibration fluctuations. We also build OEM devices that can be incorporated into existing machinery housing.
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Asset Management
How we support this sector
The RockREMOTE Mini and RockREMOTE Rugged are designed to monitor and manage heavy machinery telematics in the harshest environments. They are rugged tough devices with minimal power draw and leverage the Iridium network, offering global pole-to-pole coverage with low latency.The Orbcomm ST 6100 features a variety of input/output interfaces, enabling integration with a wide range of sensors and devices. It utilizes the Viasat satellite network of geostationary satellites.
The SmartOneC is a discreet, cost effective device for asset tracking which provides near real-time updates or triggered alerts using the Globalstar satellite network.
Products to support this sector
Remote Surveillance
How we support this sector
The RockREMOTE suite of products are capable of intelligently compressing data, providing an effective solution for real time surveillance in remote locations.RockREMOTE Rugged with Videosoft integration allows you to connect your onboard or on-site cameras via USB or IP, and experience cost-effective, secure video streaming using the global Iridium Certus 100 network.
Our smaller form factors, RockREMOTE Mini and Mini OEM, can transmit compressed surveillance imagery over the Iridium network.
Products to support this sector
Operator Safety
How we support this sector
The RockDASH is a carry-on, carry off or fixed dashboard device and RockSTAR is a handheld device. Both Rock devices utilize the global Iridium network and feature geofencing capabilities, two-way communication via Bluetooth LE, SOS alerts and regular tracking updates.RockREMOTE Rugged with Videosoft integration can remotely monitor driving behavior using onboard vehicle cameras and stream the data in real time over the global Iridium Network.
Products to support this sector
Industries using Ground Control's Satellite Solutions for Heavy Machinery
Construction
Site safety is vital for Construction Projects which can involve multiple contractors operating at the same time on a project. Satellite enabled telemetry data and video surveillance can ensure heavy machinery operates within safe zones to protect personnel on the ground.
Mining
Working in demanding and harsh environments requires heavy machinery to be continuously monitored with robust satellite-enabled devices. Preventative maintenance using telematics alerts is vital to the smooth running of mining operations in remote locations.
Forestry
Working in dense forests and on difficult terrain, Forestry machinery utilizes satellite-enabled trackers to ensure timber processing only takes place in the designated zones and equipment is running efficiently. Asset tracking ensures the timber is delivered to the collection point and timber trucks are collecting regularly.
Leasing Companies
Heavy Machinery is regularly leased out to operations in remote locations, and often machinery can be operated poorly and left at risk of theft. With satellite-enabled telematic monitoring, leased machines can be monitored for usage within agreed tolerances, whilst satellite asset trackers can help to recover stolen machinery if it exits a geofenced area.
Agriculture
From tractors to harvesters, satellite connectivity allows farm managers to work smarter. It can support tasks such as automating crop planting, coordinating harvesting equipment, monitoring telemetry data for predictive maintenance, and remotely diagnosing unexpected machinery faults.
Infrastructure
Building roads, railways and bridges on tight deadlines relies on coordinated deliveries of materials and heavy equipment, often across borders and in remote locations. Satellite-enabled devices provide real-time updates on deliveries, and telematics can ensure onsite equipment is operating at peak efficiency.
Oil and Gas
Drilling in remote locations and in harsh environments needs satellite-enabled devices to ensure the safety of the drilling operation. Using telemetry data, drilling equipment can be monitored for drill bit temperature, vibration levels, engine temperature and equipment stability in order to react to changes before they damage the equipment and cause delays.
Satellite IoT & Asset Tracking for Heavy Machinery Applications
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Unlocking Potential With Remote Video Surveillance
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Infographic: How to unlimit your IoT application with the RockREMOTE Rugged
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Unleashing Precision Forestry: how Satellites Facilitate Decision-Making and Automation
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Resilient Communications via Satellite for Autonomous Agricultural Robots
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LoRaWAN Data Backhaul Using Satellite Connectivity
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Satellite Connectivity for Heavy Machinery
Equip your heavy machinery with reliable satellite connectivity with our IoT and asset tracking devices, paired with competitive airtime plans and Cloudloop, our powerful IoT software platform. Keep connected and informed with real-time data, whether working on-site in remote locations or managing heavy machinery remotely.
Contact our team today to discover how our satellite connectivity solutions can optimize your heavy equipment fleet operations.