Construction Telematics
Leyrer + Graf
One of Austria's leading construction companies. Around 900 connected assets across 18 locations. A stolen vehicle recovered within a very short time. A partnership of equals.
The power of data: Leyrer + Graf turns challenges into opportunities with Rosenberger Telematics
In the modern construction industry, efficiency and cost control are decisive factors for business success. Leyrer + Graf, one of the leading construction companies with 18 locations in total, has taken a remarkable step towards greater efficiency with the implementation of telematics solutions from Rosenberger Telematics. Around 900 light commercial vehicles as well as dozens of trailers, small equipment, lorries, and construction machinery have been equipped with telematics. In doing so, the company has not only optimised its logistics but also achieved significant advances in data utilisation.
Challenges in fleet management
Before implementing the telematics systems, Leyrer + Graf faced various challenges: insufficient monitoring of vehicles and machines, safety risks, and the need to optimise the deployment of the fleet. Inefficient use of resources frequently led to higher costs and longer response times when problems arose.
Revolutionary solutions through telematics
In 2020, the strategic decision was made to implement telematics solutions in order to more effectively address the growing challenges in the construction industry. Fritz Preiser, Head of Machinery and Fleet at Leyrer + Graf, emphasises the reasoning: “Issues such as theft, predictive maintenance and an overview of the use of machines and equipment on large construction sites are of central importance to us. In addition, competitiveness in the market also plays a decisive role.”
Following a Europe-wide market analysis, Rosenberger Telematics was chosen because the comprehensive overall package proved convincing. Although the integration of the tachograph portal into the COMMANDER software had not yet been envisioned at that time, the decision was made in favour of this partnership and Rosenberger Telematics quickly demonstrated its willingness to evolve and take on board the wishes of its customers. Currently, tachograph data from 43 lorries is being fed remotely into the software.
Fritz Preiser reported on the immediate benefits of the technology: “It was already clear during the rollout that the investment would pay off. A recently stolen vehicle could be located and stopped within a very short time, which meant that the costs for the year were already covered.”
Efficient use of the R-SERVICE app
A remarkable aspect of the telematics hardware implementation is the R-SERVICE app, which makes a significant contribution to efficiency in the Leyrer + Graf workshops. Every workshop user has a mobile phone available with which an installation log for the telematics devices can be created. This ensures seamless digital documentation and verification of the installation process before the devices are released.
Significant efficiency gains
Rosenberger’s telematics solutions have become established at Leyrer + Graf in three areas: equipment management, scheduling, and maintenance — both strategically and operationally. The 360° overview provided by the COMMANDER software enables operational staff to manage their construction sites effectively, create reports, and actively adjust the performance of the assigned machines. The R-COCKPIT mobile application has established itself as an indispensable tool, used by everyone from workshop staff to lorry drivers.
Another important factor was the involvement of the works council in the process. “It was crucial to get them on board. Telematics has since become a valuable tool for the works council,” confirms Fritz Preiser. The monitoring exclusively maps vehicles, machines, and equipment, with assignment to a person only taking place with their consent. This not only guarantees employee safety but also enables quick access to relevant data in the event of a dispute.
For future development, Leyrer + Graf would like to see expanded functionality from Rosenberger Telematics, particularly in the areas of CO2 footprint and predictive maintenance in combination with sensor technology. Rosenberger Telematics is actively engaged with new technologies and trends and promises continuous enhancements in these areas for all customers.
Conclusion
“We are extremely satisfied with our collaboration with Rosenberger Telematics. It is a partnership of equals, in which we work together on solutions,” emphasises Fritz Preiser. This successful cooperation is based on the continuous exchange and the spirit of innovation of both companies, which makes it possible to drive constant improvements.
At Rosenberger Telematics, we offer our customers a reliable way to locate their machines and vehicles safely and to optimise their operational processes. Together with you, we want to help improve processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
We deliver value.
The result
The value of the platform was demonstrated immediately. It was clear from the very first days that the investment would pay off — a recently stolen vehicle could be located and stopped within a very short time, which meant that the costs for the year were already covered.
~900
Assets tracked
18
Locations covered
43
Trucks with tachograph integration
“Issues such as theft, predictive maintenance and an overview of the use of machines and equipment on large construction sites are of central importance to us. In addition, competitiveness in the market also plays a decisive role.”
“It was already clear during the rollout that the investment would pay off. A recently stolen vehicle could be located and stopped within a very short time, which meant that the costs for the year were already covered.”
“It was crucial to get them on board. Telematics has since become a valuable tool for the works council.”
“We are extremely satisfied with our collaboration with Rosenberger Telematics. It is a partnership of equals, in which we work together on solutions.”
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