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Haulotte’s new access management tool enhances security and safety of lift fleets

The company’s Advanced Access Management is integrated into the SHERPAL telematics solution, allowing managers to track usage

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AAM can work with a single machine or an entire fleet, ensuring that only trained personnel are authorized to operate. Haulotte

Haulotte has introduced Advanced Access Management (AAM), a new feature integrated into the SHERPAL telematics solution. Designed to enhance safety, security, and fleet efficiency, AAM allows fleet managers to control machine access and usage remotely while increasing operators' safety and reducing unauthorized operations.

Secure and safe machine usage 

AAM provides control over machine access and usage, allowing fleet managers to secure their assets while enhancing job site safety. Whether managing a single machine or an entire fleet, operators can only access equipment using a predefined code or RFID card, ensuring that only trained personnel are authorized to operate.

Unique features include:

  • Single user or multiple users: Control access for an individual operator or a group.
  • Customizable fleet options: Apply restrictions to specific machines or entire fleets.
  • Super user privileges: Grant special access to specific operators or technicians to bypass restrictions when necessary.

Setting up usage restriction measures

By using a proprietary IoT solution it is possible to send information right from the machine. This is important for the safety of the machine and operator because it allows the company to send information to the machine computer to limit machine movement in the safest way.

AAM offers features to regulate machine operation:

  • Geofence: Machines can only operate within a predefined area; leaving this zone restricts lifting functions and limits speed.
  • Timefence: Machines are operable only during specific times, preventing unauthorized out-of-hours usage.
  • Faulty tracker protection: If a tracker is removed or damaged, usage restrictions are applied.
  • Remote restriction: Managers can manually restrict machine usage to address evolving site conditions.

What makes Haulotte's AAM unique is that it never leaves the machine completely immobilized, says the company. Even when restrictions are activated, operators are still allowed to operate for essential safety manoeuvres, such as lowering a basket or moving equipment at low speed. Additionally, operators can access system status on the machine's interface, offering a user-friendly experience that improves comfort for operators on the job site.

"By designing and mastering the IoT chain, we've created a solution that not only secures machines but enhances the user experience," says Frédéric Menini, head of digital for Haulotte. "This ensures that even during restricted usage, operators can safely move machines for essential operations, such as loading or repositioning. The implementation of AAM is straightforward, allowing fleet managers to quickly and efficiently define access levels, manage working areas, set operational times, and apply real-time usage restrictions."

Advanced safety and fleet management

AAM offers many benefits to fleet managers and equipment operators:

  • Preventing theft and reducing associated costs
  • Simplifying fleet management with intuitive access controls and usage logs
  • Enhancing worksite safety by preventing unauthorized operation
  • Unlocking new revenue streams by managing non-contractual operating hours effectively

Company info

3409 Chandler Creek Rd.
Virginia Beach, VA
US, 23453

Website:
haulotte-usa.com

Phone number:
800-537-0540

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