A John Deere 220 kva generator--a fixed asset worth well over $50,000--was successfully recovered within 24 hours using AutoVision’s FleetReach software.

At 1:30 pm, on March 31, 2011 an expensive portable generator belonging to Red-D-Arc Welderentals went rogue. Red-D-Arc Welderentals is one of the largest welding equipment rental companies in the world, and had entrusted its valuable assets with AutoVision Wireless Inc's GPS tracking solution.

Details about the disappearance of the device were vague—however, one thing was sure: recovering it as soon as possible would be a top priority for the organization.

Virtually overnight, by 10:00 am the next day on April 1, 2011 the device was successfully located and claimed using AutoVision’s innovative FleetReach software. The software was able to precisely trace the device to a specific location, enabling the recovery of the generator.

The company now plans to set up pre-emptive geofences for its equipment, in order to immediately notify the corporation of any unforseen vehicle movements.

StopIdle is an automatic engine shutdown and restart device. Used by fleets to reduce Idling and fuel consumption it typically pays back within 18 months. 
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 “Fleet Challenge has tested StopIdle on different vehicles, we have been impressed by its flexibility, reliability and ease of use. StopIdle is now a key element of our solution to reduce idling in police cars and EMS vehicles.”