Equipment World Digital Magazine
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EquipmentWorld.com | February 2018 61 Hardhat monitors your workers' safety GuardHat manufacturers a smart hardhat with sensors in it that continuously transmit data to a safety control center, enabling the system to pinpoint each worker's location and detect dangerous conditions – it monitors vital signs, takes video and detects im- pacts and sounds such as blasts. If a worker falls, the device instantly sends an alert to the monitored control center with the precise location of the fall and notifies nearby workers. Guard- Hat will also establish audio and video contact with the injured worker. It can offer moving-object detection and remote guidance for workers in areas with limited visibility. Sensors in the hat can be deployed to warn of toxic gas buildup, and with a geo-fence, warn workers when they're about to enter a dangerous area. Avail- able in mid-2018, GuardHat will be priced on a subscription model depending on feature set and certification level. https://guardhat.com/guardhat-solution technology | by Tom Jackson | TJackson@randallreilly.com WHAT'S NEW IN WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY The Spot-r EquipTag identifies the machine, its operation and location. The Spot-r Clip is worn by workers to identify them on the Spot-r network. GuardHat watches over your workers and reports any safety issues. The Spot-r EquipTag from Triax Technolo- gies tracks operator identity, equipment location and utilization indoors or out without the need for satellite-dependent GPS. When the machine tag is combined with the company's Spot-r Clip wearable sensor and Spot-r network, you have com- plete, real-time information on where the equipment and people are, what they're doing and the safety parameters. The Spot-r Clip wearable sensor gives you immediate alerts if an unauthorized or untrained person tries to operate a ma- chine. The EquipTag adheres to any piece of equipment and automatically collects activity and utilization data so you can coordinate rentals, optimize schedules, im- prove safety and compliance, and sched- ule delivery or service vehicles. www.triaxtechnologies Be seen for 2 miles with LED-powered safety light Guardian Angel's new Elite Series personal safety device features up to 2 miles of visibility. Multiple mounting accessories enable you to attach it to any hardhat or clothing. The Elite Series' lithium-ion battery is USB rechargeable. Front, rear and top controls give you a 360-degree light pattern and three light intensity settings. The 3-ounce device is housed in an indestructible polycarbonate and waterproof exterior shell. It exceeds the requirements for Class 3 Reflective Apparel regulations, which dictate visibility at 1,280 feet. Priced at about $100. https://www.guardianangeldevices.com Guardian Angel Elite can be seen 2 miles away. Non-GPS solution for tracking equipment, people