Tended will provide you with attachments for making sure that devices are affixed to onsite equipment and machinery securely.
In this article, we'll take you through our recommendations for where's best to attach your devices to your assets.
Please note: we can recommend where to attach devices, however, use your own knowledge and experience to secure Tended devices in the most suitable place for the asset, and also for the type of work being carried out.
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Placement of geofencing devices
General placement principles
To ensure optimal performance and safety, adhere to the following positioning requirements:
Longitudinal Center line: Position the device as high and as close to the longitudinal center line (centre of the 4-foot when on rails) of the machine as is feasible.
The device should be positioned as close to the leading end of the machine as possible to ensure timely alerts relative to hazards.
Devices may need to be repositioned if the machinery changes its direction of travel (e.g., reversing), especially if there are multiple operating positions.
Ensure the device is placed in an open and unobstructed position to maximise signal strength and visibility for the operator.
Signal integrity and interference
OTP often contain antennas and high-power electronics that can interact with geofencing equipment.
The following points are suggested to maximise the performance of the equipment:
Install the device at least 2 metres away from high-power radio transmission or reception equipment, including cellular, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth systems.
Keep the device at least 4 metres away from large components such as pantographs, climate control units or other significant mounted equipment.
Avoid placing the device near obstructions that cause signal interference or reflection, as these degrade quality.
Safety and installation
Ensure neither the device nor any of its associated cabling presents a snagging hazard.
Fasten the full length of any cabling securely.
Ensure the equipment does not occlude reflectors or lighting required for safe vehicle operation.
If installation requires working at height, use safe arrangements for fixing equipment.
When mounting devices inside a cab, the following additional criteria apply:
Mount the device so that all alerts and status indications are clearly perceptible and continuously visible to the operator.
The equipment must not impede the operatorās line of sight to:
Other in-cab displays or controls.
The external environment necessary for safe operation.
For visuals of where to attach you Tended device to assets, download this printable guide Device placement guide.pdf
š” Tended tip: find information on how to attach devices for Virtual Worksite Marker Boards on the Customer Zone
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