In the construction industry, the risk of equipment theft casts a long and unnerving shadow. Recent incidents in Brisbane, where an excavator and a bobcat were stolen from different sites, have once again shone a spotlight on this issue. Fortunately, these machines were recovered, but not all stories end this way. The sobering statistic is that less than 25% of stolen construction equipment is recovered each year.
The appeal for thieves is clear: construction equipment theft is a low-risk, high-reward endeavour. Unsecured construction sites become all too easy targets, offering thieves opportunities to make off with valuable equipment, often with minimal risk of being caught.
This is where GPS telematics tracking technology, such as that provided by Teletrack, comes into play.
Our state-of-the-art real-time location system, coupled with our remote immobilisation can act as a powerful deterrent to theft, as well as a crucial aid in the recovery of stolen equipment.
Real-time tracking gives owners and managers the ability to monitor their machinery around the clock. If a machine is moved without authorisation, immediate alerts are triggered, allowing for a swift response. Moreover, the remote-immobilisation feature prevents a thief from starting or moving the machinery at all, even if they have access to keys.
By investing in a system like Teletrack, construction site managers and equipment owners can significantly reduce their vulnerability to theft. This not only provides peace of mind but also saves potential replacement costs and downtime – ensuring that projects stay on schedule and within budget.
With Teletrack, you can ensure that your construction machinery doesn’t become part of the 75% that never finds its way back home. Protect your fleet and fortify your site with the power of GPS telematics.
