What Hardware Does ON!Track Support?

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A key feature of ON!Track is "Asset Identification," which allows you to identify assets and assign them to specific locations or employees or services. While many assets come with a unique serial number, these can often be difficult to locate, and read, or may even be damaged, making asset identification challenging.

To address these issues, Hilti offers a variety of robust tagging and hardware solutions designed to simplify and automate asset identification and tracking.

Our hardware portfolio includes:

  • Passive Tags
  • Bluetooth Tags (BLE)
  • Gateways (Stationary, Vehicle, and Telematics)

We'll explore each of these options in detail to give you an overview of what we offer.

 

Passive Tags

Let's begin with what we call passive tags. These tags feature a Data matrix code that matches the tag's scan code number. You can scan these tags using the mobile app to identify your assets.

We chose Data matrix codes because they are more resilient to damage and dirt compared to traditional barcodes often found on product packaging.

Additionally, our tags are built to withstand the toughest job site conditions.

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L2 and L5 Tags - These self-adhesive tags can be attached to any asset and have a protective film to make them hard-wearing and cost-efficient.

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T43 Metal Tags - These stainless steel tags can be riveted, screwed, or cable tied to assets that are exposed to very tough conditions.

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T35 Tags - These tags are attached via a wire shackle and encases in a plastic housing. This makes the very durable.

 

Bluetooth Tags

Commonly known as BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) tags, these small yet durable tags emit a Bluetooth signal approximately every 8-10 seconds, which can be read by the ON!Track app or our Gateway platforms.

When used with ON!Track, these BLE tags enable you to:

  • Perform quick nearby inventory checks using the mobile app;
  • View idle information related to the asset (idle time stored on the BLE tag);
  • Store the last seen location in ON!Track (location captured from the geolocation of the mobile phone or gateway);
  • Conduct remote inventory checks in conjunction with gateways;
  • Automate inventory management through automated transfers (covered in later modules).

The tags can be attached to assets in various ways:

  • Metal Holder: A special holder designed for Hilti tools, screwed to the machine housing like a belt hook, with the tag attached using 3M adhesive tape.
  • 3M Tape: Our most common attachment method. After cleaning the tool, the tag can be attached to any flat surface, making it very difficult to remove.
  • Wire Adapter: The T320 tag can be placed inside a small housing and attached to an asset using a wire shackle.
  • Cable Tie Adapter: Similar to the wire adapter, this case allows the tag to be attached with two cable ties.

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T320 BLE Tags - Our standard BLE tag which we attach to tools for ON!Track + Fleet Management accounts. They allow scanning by Mobile and Gateway and also store "Idle" information

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T380 BLE Tags - Our original tags that allowed quick identification via Mobile App and Gateways. Whilst no longer sold, they are still present in some accounts.

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T320-R Runtime Tag - Developed specifically for the rental industry this tag stores information about the machine usage that can be exported via API. These tags also allow scanning by Mobile and Gateways

 

Gateways

To complement our BLE tags, we offer a range of Gateways that continuously scan for nearby assets and update ON!Track within minutes. These gateways have built-in cellular connections that link to the Hilti cloud, ensuring data is seamlessly integrated with ON!Track accounts.

We offer three types of Gateways:

  1. Stationary Gateways (AI-G125)
    • Use Case: Ideal for warehouses and containers.
    • Features: Equipped with an onboard SIM card for continuous connection to Hilti. These Gateways do not have geolocation capabilities and rely on the logical location in ON!Track to display asset locations.
  2. Vehicle Gateways (TU 600-25)
    • Use Case: Designed for easy installation in vans and cars via an OBD connection.
    • Features: Includes an onboard SIM card and geolocation capabilities, allowing you to track the van, the assets inside, and the last known location of scanned assets.
  3. Telematics Gateways (TU 600-25)
    • Use Case: Hardwired into heavy machinery, often linked to the CANBUS system.
    • Features: Can read machine data such as idle time and fuel consumption, and provide location and tracking information similar to Van Gateways.

Additional Points to Consider:

  • License Requirement: Gateways are available with Pro or Enterprise licenses due to the high costs of development and data processing.
  • Availability: Gateways are only available through Fleet Management, with part of the monthly fee covering data connection costs, similar to a mobile phone contract.
  • Environmental Considerations: Gateways are not designed for harsh environments. Stationary Gateways should be housed in waterproof enclosures if used outdoors. Vehicle Gateways should be installed inside the vehicle, and Telematics devices should be protected from water or rain.

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The stationary gateway comes with a standard plug for mains usage - Whilst designed for 240v, the power supply can also be used on 110v power supplies (however you would need to use an adapter).

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The Van Gateway has an OBD connection that facilitates installation in minutes. The cable only takes power from the OBD port.

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The Heavy Equipment gateway is designed to be hardwired into the machine by a dedicated installer. It can by typically connected to the CANBUS to read additional data such as fuel consumption and idle hours.

 

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