Application of Heavy Equipment Telematics in Infrastructure Projects : Method for automating collection of mixed fleet data, and optimization of projects through the use of telematics data

Abstract

Existing heavy equipment telematics capabilities are not being used to their potential.In collaboration with Skanska there is an interest to look at how telematics can beused more efficiently with mixed equipment fleets. Current and future aspects are com-pelling, especially in relations to optimization and environmental benefits.Rv. 3 /rv. 25Løten–Elverumis provided as a case.This master’s thesis takes a closer look at the use of telematics data from heavy equip-ment at infrastructure projects. Through the automation of collecting telematics data,mixed fleet data are juxtapositioned to give insight into site activities. Literature reviewsand tests show that data relating to fuel consumption, machine hours, productivity, andequipment location are central to optimization. Additionally, contractors can quantifytheir performances and environmental impacts to be applicable in procurement processesthrough the use of telematics data.Keywords: telematics; heavy equipment; infrastructure; automation; optimization