Fleet Management

    R&J Midwest's fleet management team consists of highly skilled and experienced staff who will take care of all your material handling solutions. This includes establishing forklift service and maintenance programs throughout the lease contract which will optimize the performance of the forklift equipment. With highly experienced warehouse operations personnel we can look after all your warehouse requirements. We can even enable you to outsource your entire warehouse operation, up to and including providing drivers.

    In order to fully maximize the effectiveness of your fork lift fleet, numerous factors need to be considered to ensure your company is able to generate maximum productivity from your fleet.

    The process starts with a thorough evaluation of your application and product movement. After this analysis, R&J Midwest Equipment will determine the appropriate number of units to achieve your productivity goals. Not having enough equipment can cost as much as too many or units with incorrect specifications. After the fleet is rightsized, R&J Midwest Equipment will provide you detailed daily monitoring of your fleet and will create a Guaranteed Maintenance program to rein in your costs.

    R&J Midwest Equipment Fleet Management offers a full service solution which includes:

    Access Control

    A card reader / keypad ensures that only authorized and accredited drivers may operate the equipment. Operators must first swipe their card / enter their code. If the number is validated, the unit will continue and allow operation. If the number is not valid the unit will deny access. Our system has been designed to integrate with leading access control formats using proximity and magnetic technologies.

    Impact Detection

    An impact sensor can detect severe deceleration which occurs when mobile equipment contact objects in the workplace, such as bollards, racking and other equipment. This damage is costly and very dangerous, and reporting these incidents can help identify operational issues within the workplace and address equipment abuse. Impacts are detected and key information is logged, including Operator ID, time/date and direction and level of impact detected (in G's).

    Interface Module

    The screen offers a variety of operator feedback features, such as pre-start checklists, speed readout, weight indication, impact information and overspeed/overload/seatbelt warnings. Pre-start checklists can be programmed to request checks for every shift, every new operator, every 12/24 hours, or it is able to be customized to suit site requirements. With reporting features the system combines to give a full paperless checklist process. Overspeed/Overload warnings help operators remain aware of the critical operational aspects of the vehicle at all times.

    Operator Presence Systems

    It is critical that operators of mobile equipment utilize the safety devices installed on the equipment in the case of an accident. Advanced operator presence systems ensure that the operator is wearing the seat restraint at all times when operating the vehicle. The unit uses an intelligent seat / seatbelt sequence to ensure the belt is being used correctly.

    Digital Weight Indicator

    A Hydraulic sensor or Load Cell can be integrated
    into the screen and provide real time feedback of
    current laden mass, and provide cumulative totals. A capacity limit can also be entered to warn the operator if it is exceeded.

    Speed Control

    Both Pedal Interface and By-Wire Modular systems are designed to seamlessly interface with existing telemetry and powertrain systems. True speed limiting is achieved without reducing the operational functions of the vehicle, independent of load, incline or gear position.

    Zone Control

    • GPS - used in outdoor environments, the system receives geographical information from an onboard GPS receiver and determines maximum speed from a local database. Roadways can be identified and set to one speed, and operation off main roadways can be set to a different speed. A single speed is set for all indoor operations.
    • RFID - Using an RFID reader the forklift can read smart tags embedded in the surface of the site to determine position and reference an onboard database to set the maximum travel speed. This system is most suitable in indoor operations where GPS signal is unavailable.

    Lift Height Accessory

    Monitors fork height and can reduce maximum speed dependent on their position. This helps promote safe operation of the equipment in the workplace, and can also help reduce infrastructure damage.

    Reporting Features

    Prepaid Charge cards are the primary method of activating levels of reporting. Reporting packages are available which include:

    • Accounts Management/Telecommunications Charges
    • Equipment Utilization Reports
    • Operator Management and Equipment Controls
    • Weighing Activity
    • Speed Management
    • Traffic Management