Overview
- A Stationary Gateway is a fixed device installed in one place, such as a warehouse or depot.
- It needs power and network access to work.
- It is assigned to a specific location in ON!Track.
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It is not a GPS device.
Why use a Stationary Gateway
You use a Stationary Gateway when you want ON!Track to automatically detect tagged assets at a specific location. This removes the need for employees to scan labels and manually update asset locations.
What Problem it solves
It solves the common problem of: “I don’t know what is actually in my warehouse or storage right now.” The gateway provides a reliable and automatic way to confirm which assets are present at key storage locations.
How Stationary Gateway helps your business
- Less manual effort to keep data accurate: Automated detection reduces the need for constant manual checks.
- Fewer last‑minute surprises: Better visibility reduces missing‑tool issues at dispatch time.
- Improved stock control across sites: Reliable central storage enables better planning and redeployment.
- Scalable asset management: As fleets grow, a gateway‑enabled warehouse supports scale without adding admin work.
Benefits for your business
- Automatic asset detection: The gateway continuously scans for nearby Sensor Tags and updates ON!Track in the background.
- Remote visibility: Users can check what is present at a location without being physically on site.
- Fresh inventory data: Inventory information is typically updated within a few minutes under normal conditions.
- Enables automation features: Gateway data supports: Smart Inventory, Suggested Transfers and Automated Transfers (depending on setup)
Use cases
Typical locations
- Warehouses and depots: To track tools stored on shelves, in cages, or in tool rooms.
- Central storage areas: Locations where tools regularly return, such as service hubs or internal logistics areas.
- Controlled indoor environments: Places where the gateway can reliably detect tags (open layouts work best).
Industry examples
- Construction companies with central warehouses supporting many jobsites.
- Utilities and service providers managing tools from depots and dispatch locations.
- Industrial maintenance teams working from workshops with shared tool pools.
Stationary Gateways work best in stable locations rather than constantly changing environments.
How it works
Think of a Stationary Gateway as a fixed Bluetooth listener:
- A passive tag needs to be scanned manually.
- A Sensor or Active Tag sends a Bluetooth signal.
- The Stationary Gateway listens for these signals and sends updates to ON!Track automatically.
In practice:
- Assets are fitted with Sensor Tags.
- The gateway detects those tags when they are nearby.
- The gateway sends presence data to the cloud.
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ON!Track uses this data to show:
- which assets are present
- inventory views
- transfer suggestions
Features and Capabilities
- Continuous, automatic detection of tagged assets at a fixed location.
- Remote inventory checks for gateway‑enabled locations Support for Smart Inventory categories: Expected, Found, Not found and Unexpected.
- Input for automation workflows such as Suggested Transfers, Automated Transfers and Unexpected removal alerts (based on configuration).
- Designed specifically for stationary, warehouse‑style environments
Installation
- Choose the right placement: Install the gateway where it can best cover the tool storage area.
- Provide power and network access: The gateway needs both to operate correctly.
- Assign the gateway in ON!Track: Link the gateway to the correct location so detections are interpreted properly.
- Ensure the location has an address or pin: Since the gateway has no GPS, ON!Track uses the parent location details to show where assets are.
- For installation details, see the articles below:
Limitations and Requirements
- Requires Sensor or Active Tags: The gateway cannot detect passive barcode labels on its own.
- No GPS location from the gateway: Asset location shown comes from the ON!Track location, not from the gateway itself.
- Range and obstacles matter: Detection can be affected by walls, scaffolding, or dense storage layouts.
- Stable power and network required: If power or connectivity is unavailable, updates may be delayed or missing.
Summary
A Stationary Gateway is a fixed device installed at a location like a warehouse or depot. It automatically detects nearby tools with sensor tags and updates their location in ON!Track.
This gives you an up‑to‑date view of what tools are present without manually scanning them. It helps prevent last‑minute surprises, reduces manual work, and supports features like smart inventory and automatic transfers.
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