the rise of digital displays and touchscreens. Now, modern construction equipment, such as excavators, graders and loaders, have touchscreen controls that combine with joysticks. Operators can control nearly every function of their machines with a central digital display.
Customizations such as sensitivity and operational modes, machine learning and artificial intelligence( AI) can automate certain functions like digging depth or speed over specific surfaces. Telematics and remote monitoring give operators and fleet managers the ability to supervise equipment from offsite locations, and GPS integration lets machines operate with extreme precision as they’ re guided by predefined coordinates.
These features require less manual operation and increase efficiency, and built-in ergonomics keep workers more comfortable, reduce fatigue and minimize repetitive stress injuries.
Beyond that, on-board diagnostics collect vital operational data to predict maintenance needs and reduce downtime by identifying potential issues before they become big problems. Cloud-based programs provide fleet-wide analytics that help companies make data-driven decisions about equipment use, fuel consumption and maintenance schedules. However, touchscreens and other sensitive electronics are susceptible to
Equipment controls have come a long way from their basic mechanical roots and the pace of innovation isn’ t slowing down.
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