Keeping a handle on supplies on site can be difficult, but United Rentals has a high-tech answer coming soon.
Its Supplies on Demand conex box uses technology to not only control access, but to also keep track of exactly who takes what and which items need to be restocked. It also automatically sends billing.
What's in store for rental's future?
Twelve cameras in the ceiling take a skeletal profile of badge holders who enter, tracking their every movement and the items they take. Pressure sensitive shelves, and images, keep a detailed list.
Chris Cox and Steve Anderson from United Rentals explain the amazing box to Construction Equipment.
About the Author
Frank Raczon
Frank Raczon has covered and influenced the equipment industry for 35 years, including 15 years as senior editor of Construction Equipment, and marketing, advertising, and public relations work with the industry's top manufacturers. In addition to authoring "Caterpillar: Modern Earthmoving Marvels" (Motorbooks, 2015), he has won numerous awards in his career, highlighted by nods from the Construction Writers Association, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, the Business Marketing Association, and BtoB magazine. Raczon has also won a number of awards from publishing peer groups such as ASBPE and TABPI.