Logistics Fleet Management

The Networked Fleet
The connect fleet management system from Linde Material Handling

Make your Fleet Management Intelligent

Digitization is changing the world of intralogistics. Modern logistics devices continuously collect data, which is analyzed and can then be used to optimize complex warehouse and transport processes. Networking and advanced sensors even enable the forklift trucks to act autonomously. The result: the fleet and fleet management becoming intelligent, and networking and real-time data access becoming increasingly important.

The Linde connect fleet management system provides precisely the information that you need for efficient fleet management. Whether it is in production or the warehouse, connect networks your forklift trucks and continuously informs you of the current status of the entire fleet.

The connect product family from Linde Material Handling makes fleet management digital.

Your Benefits in Fleet Management

Cost-Effectiveness

Keep an eye on the status, capacity utilization and availability of the entire fleet—for optimum capacity utilization of all forklift trucks.

Safety

Prevent unauthorized use, operating errors, and other hazards in a targeted manner—for increased safety in the warehouse and in production.

Transparency

Record and manage the data of your drivers and forklift trucks, prepare reports and organizational structures—for transparent fleet management.

servicing,

Reduce accidents, overuse and damage to the forklift trucks and keep an eye on the necessary maintenance—for an efficient and well-maintained fleet.

Linde connect:desk Software

The connect:desk fleet management system provides clear access to all your fleet data. The software is used to manage forklift truck and driver data and enables effortless compilation of reports.

From forklift truck and driver management to maintenance and assignment planning, right through to monitoring and analysis of all forklift truck data, connect:desk is the centerpiece of your fleet management. The software is intuitive in its operation and it is therefore suitable both for experienced fleet managers and casual users who only require individual functions.

The Right Infrastructure—Transmission Technologies

WLAN

The data is transmitted directly from the forklift truck to the database within the WLAN network.

Mobile communications

The data is sent to the database via the mobile communications network.

Current software version:

connect:desk 2.7.4

connect:composer 2.3.19

Variable Function Modules

The requirements for fleet management systems are often very specific: Every business offers a different working environment for the industrial trucks. You can therefore combine the individual function modules of Linde connect to form one system that optimally meets your individual requirements.

  • Via connect:ac operators control access to their fleet and allow for a safe and simple forklift truck check before every assignment.
  • connect:dt documents deployment duration, accidents and functional capability of the fleet forklift trucks.
  • With connect:an fleet managers analyze and monitor the capacity utilization and performance of their fleet. The module also assesses the status of the battery and detects possible operating errors.
  • With connect:zi, Linde Safety Guard safety zones with speed adjustments are networked for forklift trucks. The size of zones and maximum speeds can be set via the software and interactive hall layout reports increase transparency throughout your fleet.

connect:desk in Detail

The dashboard of the connect:desk fleet management software from Linde Material Handling is the communication hub of the program.

Dashboard

The dashboard serves as the communication hub for connect:desk. Fleet managers can use individually adaptable widgets, such as the calendar, forklift truck notifications, and accesses, to monitor and inspect their fleet. All messages can be forwarded to them directly by email if necessary.

The driver, job location, assigned forklift trucks and other information are edited in the organization area of the connect:desk fleet management software from Linde Material Handling.

Organization

In the organization area, fleet managers can edit the driver, job location, assigned forklift trucks and other information. The hierarchically structured list display offers an overview of the organizational structure and simplifies the assignment and management of access and usage rights.

Large volumes of data are managed in the administration area of the connect:desk fleet management software from Linde Material Handling.

Administration

Tables, detailed views and various input elements enable flexible viewing, maintenance and expansion of large amounts of data. For example, drivers' licenses, training, and health checks can be managed with ease.

Fleet managers plan zone areas and hall accesses in the zones area of the connect:desk fleet management software from Linde Material Handling.

Zones

In the zones area, fleet managers use their own hall or plant plans to plan and configure zone areas and hall accesses and define automated speed adjustments if necessary. For example, forklift truck speed is controlled in a targeted manner at crossings or in narrow areas, which increases safety.

Log book of the Linde: connect fleet management software from Linde Material Handling

Login Reports

The log book provides an overview of all recorded events for the individual forklift trucks. The pre-op check table lists all pre-op checks carried out for the selected forklift trucks as well as the associated answers from the drivers. Interactive diagrams show unusual charging levels and logouts and can be grouped according to driver and forklift truck. This allows fleet managers to see exactly who used which forklift truck and when.

Use of the connect:desk fleet management software from Linde Material Handling

Usage Reports

The usage analysis provides an overview of the usage and capacity utilization of all forklift trucks. The interactive diagram shows how long and for what purpose the drivers have used the selected forklift trucks. It also lists shock values, the progression of the battery charge status and the distribution of the zone passages.

Maintenance report of the fleet management software from Linde Material Handling

Service Reports

The service area lists the service and maintenance dates for all fleet forklift trucks. On this basis, fleet managers can bundle maintenance dates in a targeted manner and reduce costs.

Coordination report of the fleet management software from Linde Material Handling

Coordination Reports

The coordination category provides data about drivers as well as the usage and capacity utilization of all forklift trucks. The forklift truck distribution provides an overview of the composition of the entire fleet—organized according to manufacturer, forklift truck type and other criteria. The fleet lists all forklift trucks with their most important characteristics. All training carried out and outstanding for the drivers can be found under driver training.

Hardware components for smooth fleet management

The Linde connect hardware components connect the forklift truck fleet with the associated database software. They collect and transmit control and sensor data and make them available for further processing. They also serve as an electronic ignition lock with PIN or RFID identification.

New trucks are delivered with the Linde connect hardware as standard, and all components are also available as retrofit solutions for existing forklift trucks and those from other manufacturers.

connect: Chip from Linde Material Handling

Professional advice and support

Linde consultant with customer at site

All your components from one source: Experts from Linde and Linde dealers help you to set up, adjust and operate your fleet management. The Linde connect hardware and software components are continually being enhanced and having new functions added.

Fleet Management—FAQ

What is fleet management?

Fleet management allows a company’s forklift truck fleet to be controlled centrally. This mainly involves optimizing the availability of the individual forklift trucks and coordinating the distances that are traveled. Modern forklift trucks continuously collect data for this purpose, which provides information about your status and current capacity utilization. Fleet management helps to make optimum use of resources and detect problems such as capacity bottlenecks at an early stage.

For whom are fleet management systems relevant?

Fleet managers have the task of planning forklift truck deployment in advance, optimizing processes and reducing the operating costs of the forklift truck fleet. The requirements for fleet management differ from company to company, as they are very much dependent on the size of the fleet. Modern fleet management software ensures that you can get the most out of any fleet size. It benefits the experienced fleet manager just as much as the casual user who only requires individual functions.

What makes Linde Fleet Management so special?

With the Linde connect product family, Linde Material Handling offers the perfect solution for modern fleet management. Linde connect networks forklift trucks and constantly updates the fleet manager about the status of their logistics in production or warehouses. This transparency makes deploying the fleet safer and more cost-effective. The availability of each individual forklift truck increases.

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Information security - ISO 27001:2022

The information security management system for the development, provision, and operation of the fleet management solution Linde connect:desk at the Linde Material Handling site in Aschaffenburg is ISO-27001 certified.

Simple coordination of jobs and operators

The Linde Truck Call app simplifies the allocation of transport jobs within the fleet and streamlines communication between fleet managers and operators significantly.

Learn more about the app here