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Maximizing Fleet Efficiency
Technology is also targeted at helping rental partners get the most utilization out of their investment. Telematics is central to this. For example, Genie Lift Connect streams data from the machine while it is operating.
“ This type of‘ heartbeat data’ makes it possible to perform deep analytics, systematically identify trends and will help deliver proactive recommendations for maintenance to maximize uptime through equipment availability,” said Dana Peters, Genie global director, Digital Services.
Fleet owners have a growing interest in the ability to integrate individual telematics data into a larger ecosystem, where they get more than just alerts about data. Increasingly, contractors also want this data. As construction timelines shrink, contractors are more focused on efficiencies and time management. They want to work with tool and rental suppliers who can help them achieve this by having the most productive equipment for the job.
Small Changes-Big Benefits
Sometimes, it’ s the little changes that make the biggest difference in return on investment for rental companies. Genie’ s next-gen scissor lift products feature an electric drive, which dramatically reduces hydraulics in the machine. Less hydraulics means that rental companies don’ t have to carry parts inventory for spill containment pads, they don’ t have to send labor out to the field to install the pads and end users don’ t have to handle clean up.
The new S-85 XC FE and E hybrid and electric telescopic boom lifts are another great example of how little improvements can add up. These lifts, which were introduced in January, feature more than 80 quality improvements that reduce maintenance, resulting in a 6 % reduction in ownership costs for FE hybrid machines and 15 % for electric E machines.
In these models, the cable tracks have been better organized, improving both serviceability and longevity. Durable separators are now found every second track, spacers separate
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hoses and cables and hose and cable wear has been tested to prevent overlapping and rubbing.
Electrification, reduced hydraulics and new control systems will continue to be priorities, as each of these contribute to what customers are asking for— equipment that’ s easier and less expensive to maintain, has less frequent downtime and retains its value.
Genie’ s take on new tech is that improvements must be right for the rental customer and the user. That means putting ourselves in our customers’ shoes so we can truly identify ways to improve everyday operation and lower the true cost of ownership.
Ben Bradshaw is the executive vice president, North American Sales at Genie.