Clients frequently have situations or tasks when it is not possible to work using the traditional communication channel. In this article we will discuss the technical solutions that allow to continue working in remote areas.
There are different ways to unload data from objects that are permanently out of GSM coverage. Galileosky equipment allows to collect data from such devices and upload them to the server using the Wi-Fi Client -> Wi-Fi Hub -> server. In some cases, it may be more reasonable to use the Iridium channel.
The Galileosky 7x Wi-Fi Hub tracking device allows to transmit data from remote locations completely secured and fully functional. The data is uploaded in the same way as it would be transmitted via GSM, but the advantage of the Wi-Fi solution compared to Iridium is that there is no traffic restrictions.
Everything works as if the data is received via GSM, so it is possible to guarantee the equipment operation safety, monitor fuel discharges, improper use of equipment. The tracking devices that support Wi-Fi have the Easy Logic technology, allowing to configure the most part of the automation for independent operation, the algorithm works inside the device, no matter whether there is a connection or not.
Galileosky 7x Wi-Fi Hub is a current solution for working with Wi-Fi. It is a tracking device with external antennas, there is a separate output for antennas, it is possible to connect a PTT, install a Micro SD card up to 512 GB, it supports 2 nano-SIM and a 24-pin connector for peripheral equipment. It works via Wi-Fi, with Bluetooth sensors, it allows to use the current firmware, tracks jamming, there is also the auto-informer function, voice communication, archiving, both in the internal memory of the device, and on the memory card.
Galileosky Project Engineer
«What is the idea of working with Galileosky 7x Wi-Fi Hub? We work either via Wi-Fi or GSM. Wi-Fi has a higher priority, the tracking device can connect to a fixed access point and, respectively, unload data via Wi-Fi - in this case it is possible to work in areas where, technically, there is no GSM connection. There is also a situation where both GSM and Wi-Fi are available, you put a SIM card in the tracking device, the data will be unloaded by the SIM card via the GSM channel if it is available, and via Wi-Fi if Wi-Fi is available»
There are different patterns of Galileosky 7x Wi-Fi Hub operation - a very common situation is when we have a tracking device with Wi-Fi just working as a client. The device collects data, arrives at the place where there is an access point, connects and unloads the data.
The second option, and this is one of the main features, is that the tracking device works in the collector mode. In this case, the device can collect data from other objects that are constantly out of connection. That is, the equipment with the collector comes to the area without GSM, saves the client's archives on the memory card, and then in the area with network, whether it is GPS connection or Wi-Fi, unloads the data to the server. Service buses or fuel trucks usually act as such "courier".
No special or additional software is required in this case because the entire logic of loading, processing and unloading works autonomously within the family of Hub devices installed.
Integrators' case studies that have been successfully implemented
The integrator company GPS Service has applied the solution with Wi-Fi Hub in their project on optimization of the process of productivity accounting of heavy machinery at the coal mine in Kyrgyzstan.
The successful integration of the solution at the coal mine allowed the management to:
- Track vehicle movements in areas with no GSM connection
- Control of fuel and electricity consumption and prevent discharges
- Monitor vehicles maintenance intervals
- Eco Driving
NPP Petroline-A integrator company experts have developed a system of resource accounting and monitoring of drilling parameters on mobile and stationary rigs. The solution based on Galileosky tracking devices allows saving from 2 to 10 cubic meters of fuel per month.
- Real time data reception to the monitoring server
- Control of fuel and energy consumption and prevention of discharges
- Drilling parameters monitoring
- Control of condition and regular operation of the drilling rig
Advanced Technologies company has used the Galileosky tracking devices for the mining company equipment, operating beyond the Polar Circle. The specialists have implemented a Wi-Fi solution that works even at -55°C. The integrator has delivered a comprehensive solution:
- Fuel monitoring, reduction of discharges and downtime
- Accident rate reduction at difficult northern roads
- Performance monitoring, moto-hours accounting
- Accounting the number of trips made in the quarry
Nova Track integrator company uses Galileosky Wi-Fi Hub tracking devices and Easy Logic technology to control the business processes of sand and crushed stone transportation for northern road construction. In a complex project, several solutions were implemented to control of business processes outside the GSM network:
- Record of delivered cargo outside the GSM network
- Control of fuel consumption
- Automation of execution control for each type of equipment
- Data collection at construction sites without GSM network and control of delivered materials to storage locations
At the webinar «What are the solutions for monitoring the objects outside the GSM network?» Galileosky project-engineer reviewed different tasks of remote monitoring based on real examples.
Galileosky is one of the world's leading equipment developers for transportation and manufacturing processes digitalization. The company has been in business since 2008 and supplies products to 70 countries worldwide. In 2018, Galileosky opened its headquarters in Hong Kong by the name of Tai Lu Tek. It is an independent business unit with well-established business processes which are procurement of components, Galileosky technology development, production and logistics.
