JLG Expands IoT Platform | For Construction Pros

JLG Industries, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, introduced three new features to its ClearSky Smart Fleet IoT (Internet of Things) platform. The latest enhancements, including the Digital Analyzer Reader, Automatic Site Networks and Elevation-Based Localization, redefine how fleet managers monitor, manage and maintain their equipment.

“This is about transforming telematics from a physical world to a digital one,” says Ara Eckel, JLG’s director of product management for connected solutions. “With JLG ClearSky Smart Fleet, we’re not just helping our customers manage their equipment from a dot on a map; we’ve created an interactive platform that provides them with real-time, actionable insights that enhance their operational efficiency.”

Key takeaways:

·        Digital Analyzer Reader. With this new feature, technicians can now use their mobile devices to retrieve machine data effortlessly. Key benefits include wireless accessibility; enhanced data visualization; improved information sharing; global usability; and instant updates.

·        Automatic Site Networks addresses the challenges of traditional geofencing. By leveraging Bluetooth mesh technology, this feature enables automated machine integration; continuous location tracking; proximity-based alerts; reliable connectivity in challenging environments; and scalability for all fleet sizes.

·        Elevation-Based Localization, soon to be available in JLG’s ClearSky Smart Fleet IoT platform, is designed to solve equipment location challenges in multi-story job sites. Utilizing barometric pressure sensors embedded in ClearSky Smart Fleet beacons, this feature allows users to identify equipment by elevation; enhance efficiency in inventory management; simplify service calls; and enable over-the-air activation.