Managing tools, trailers and equipment across multiple sites creates serious headaches for trades and construction businesses. Without proper asset tracking systems, you're constantly battling these expensive problems:
Missing equipment delays jobs - Tools and trailers go missing between sites, slowing projects and forcing expensive replacements
No proof of location - When disputes arise, there is no clear evidence of where equipment was or should be
Theft and unauthorised use - Unmonitored assets are more likely to be stolen or used outside of work
Manual tracking wastes time - Spreadsheets, calls and guesswork drain hours from each working week
Poor asset utilisation - Without visibility, businesses buy or hire equipment they already own
RAM Asset Tracking gives you real-time insight into where your equipment is, how it is used and when it needs attention. Everything is managed through the same trusted RAM Tracking platform.
Real-Time GPS Location
Track tools, trailers and equipment with live updates every minute
Instant Movement Alerts
Receive notifications if assets move outside approved areas or working hours
Usage and Utilisation Reports
See which assets are working hard and which are sitting idle
Service and Maintenance Tracking
Never miss critical servicing with automated reminders
Asset tracking delivers measurable improvements that directly impact your bottom line and daily operations.
Reduce Replacement Costs
Avoid buying duplicate equipment by knowing exactly where your assets are
Save Time on Job Sites
Teams spend less time searching and more time working
Protect Against Theft
Deter theft and recover stolen assets faster with accurate GPS data
Improve Asset Utilisation
Make smarter decisions on purchasing, hiring or reallocating equipment
Simplify Compliance
Maintain clear records for insurance, audits and internal controls
Complete More Jobs
Reduced downtime means more productive days and increased capacity
Construction firms managing tools, generators and site equipment
Landscaping companies tracking mowers, trailers and machinery
Plumbing and heating engineers with valuable tools across job sites
Electrical contractors monitoring equipment and cable drums
Plant hire companies needing precise asset location and utilisation data
Facilities management teams responsible for equipment across multiple properties
Getting started is quick and straightforward, with full support from our expert team.
1. Attach tracking devices - Secure compact, weatherproof GPS trackers to your assets in minutes
2. Set up your dashboard - Add asset details, set geofences and configure alerts in the RAM Tracking portal.
3. Monitor in real time - View asset locations, receive instant alerts and access detailed reports through the live tracking mobile app.
4. Optimise operations - Use tracking insights to reduce losses, cut costs and improve efficiency
CK Rail, a rail infrastructure contractor, was struggling with manual reporting and rising operational costs.
Since implementing RAM Tracking for complete fleet and asset visibility, they've transformed their operations.
"We are saving 25-30 hours a week in reporting and £50,000 a year in fuel savings."
The increased visibility allowed CK Rail to optimise routes, monitor asset usage and significantly reduce admin time and costs.
RAM isn't just another tracking provider. We're a trusted fleet management specialist with proven expertise serving 23,000+ businesses.
When a company is looking to track their valuable assets, an asset tracker is able to be placed on or in these valuable assets allowing the main office to monitor their location, movement and usage. These devices utilise GPS technology, which uses satellites to triangulate the current location of a tracked device and present it to the central system allowing it to be tracked, analysed and managed.
Asset trackers ensure that a business is able to increase the efficiency of their operations by providing the main office with real-time information on where their important assets currently are. This ensures that no time is wasted on finding where something is, as the information is already in front of you. This helps you to improve safety and security whilst also lowering your costs.
Asset trackers allow you to track various different things, this includes, but isn't limited to, heavy equipment, trailers and your high-value items, such as tools and machinery. This ensures that you know where your items are and if they are being used when they are not supposed to be.
Asset trackers utilise GPS technology, which makes use of multiple satellites to get the position, this method of tracking is accurate to within a few meters.
You will find that most asset trackers that are currently available will provide your main office and the people who require the information with real-time location data that they can view through a web-app. However, we recommend that you speak with your provider to ensure that you will receive real-time tracking if that is something you will be relying on.
Many asset trackers will store historical data which can be looked at later on, this includes their location history, which allows you to see where specific assets have been and when they were there. By utilising this, you can not only improve overall fleet management but you can also use it to identify patterns, such as patterns of use, this means you can make informed decisions, such as where an asset will be required most and when.
Asset trackers are usually very simple to set up and most can be activated simply by using a web-based interface. We recommend that you talk to your provider about a professional install to not only ensure that it is set up properly, but that it is also discrete, this ensures it reduces the likelihood of tampering or theft.
Most asset trackers these days allow you to set up notifications that will alert you to specific events, such as if it were to leave a predetermined area. This can ensure you understand if there is an attempt of stealing the asset. We recommend that you talk to your provider and talk to them about your specific needs so they can give you the best information and help you get it set up properly.
This will all depend on your specific needs. From the features you require from it and the length of your contract it will change between providers. You will also find that some providers have subscription fees or data charges. It is best to talk to your provider and understand the costs that you will receive so you can get an accurate quote by telling them exactly what you need.
As asset trackers provide you with detailed reporting and analytics on how and where they are being used, your company is able to better manage your inventory and you can schedule maintenance when required. If you notice a pattern that a certain asset is not usually required on a certain time and day, you can schedule the required maintenance.
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