Tackling lone worker safety and theft in one system
30th July 2024
Tracking system ATVTrac doesn’t just prevent vehicle thefts, it also has technology to protect lone workers.
ATVTrac is known for preventing machinery thefts, but the system also includes technology that can notify an emergency contact if the unit detects a machine has been involved in a roll-over incident.
Stressing the importance of lone worker safety, ATVTrac’s Rupert Archer-Smith said: “When we introduced ATVTrac, we realised that we could implement this functionality thanks to technology already developed in our units. Quite simply, as soon as the unit detects vehicle angle outside of normal parameters for a period of time, with no speed, the system will automatically send a text message to chosen contacts in case a roll-over incident has occurred.”
Shropshire farmer Andrew Morris and his family were relieved to have the ATV Over functionality when Andrew’s Suzuki KingQuad dropped into a hidden gully and flipped over, resulting in an injured shoulder.
Andrew’s sister Jenny was contacted through the ATVTrac system. “It was reassuring to know the ATVTrac system worked without any time delay or problems with finding my location,” she commented. “It’s also great to know the system contacts more than one emergency contact too.”
When it comes to preventing thefts, ATVTrac has flexible installation on any type of machinery, and using multi-tier technology, it offers real-time location information, while informing the owner of unauthorised movement through text, email and phone call.
Extra useful functions include live battery information, service notifications, as well as journey history and usage reports.
Should a theft occur, ATVTrac has a 24-hour monitored call center to track the device, liaising with police or partner company Securitas to recover the stolen asset and return it in a hassle-free way.
As well as protecting machinery that can be driven away, ATVTrac has expanded its offering into the arborist market, protecting woodchipper equipment, enjoying endorsement from leading manufacturer, GreenMech too.
As well as ATVTrac’s intelligent functionality, which protects any type of farm machinery 24/7, 365 days a year, Mr Archer-Smith says simple education can also go a long way. “It may sound obvious, but all too often simple actions like being aware of who is around, removing ignition keys, putting an ATV away at night or just locking it up in a barn are enough. More than anything we just need to be aware.”
Of course, there will always be the more determined thieves, which is why ATVTrac now protects many ATV, side-by-side and machinery manufacturers across the UK, and why manufacturers such as Can-AM, CF Moto, Corvus, Kawasaki, Polaris, Suzuki, Kioti, GreenMech and many others endorse ATVTrac.
For more information on ATVTrac, visit the website
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