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Transtone revolutionises quarry operations with Connected Map and Performance Indicator

Digital tools have the potential to reshape construction, helping customers to run more efficient, productive, safe and sustainable operations. Transtone SA, a valued customer of Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) based in Belgium, has transformed its operations with Volvo CE’s productivity services, Connected Map and Performance Indicator.
September 1, 2024 Read time: 3 mins
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Oliver Scutenaire and Dominique Lesage have managed Transtone SA since 2004. The company is responsible for loading and transporting rock from the quarry face to the crusher. To help manage operations at its quarry in Belgium, the company introduced Connected Map and Performance Indicator. And they have helped to transform operations, optimizing efficiency, reducing fuel consumption, and enhancing safety on-site.

Oliver Scutenaire, General Manager at Transtone, SA, highlights the remarkable improvements in efficiency, fuel consumption, and safety that Volvo CE’s services have brought to Transtone SA. He emphasizes how the services have facilitated a smoother flow of traffic, leading to enhanced production. With reduced idling times, there’s a noticeable decrease in fuel consumption, significantly optimizing their operations.

Photo Credit: Volvo CE
Photo Credit: Volvo CE

 

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Commenting on their impact, Oliver Scutenaire, says: “The result is a better flow of traffic, and therefore of production. This has been a game changer because the number of idlings decreases, which consequently also reduces the idling time and fuel consumption.”

Improving operator safety

For operator Jean-Claude Danheux, there are many advantages to Connected Map too, not least the safety benefits of being able to monitor the position and speed of colleagues on site via their Co-Pilot displays. As well as enhancing safety, this also fosters a stress-free driving experience, which contributes to increased productivity.

With Connected Map and Performance Indicator, the customer has a real-time view and control of all on-site activities, with valuable information on everything from speed and fuel consumption, to hauling cycle and tons loaded per hour. “All this information is very valuable to me,” says Oliver Scutenaire.

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Instant insights for fact-based decisions 

With Connected Map and Performance Indicator, users can effortlessly gain insights and control on-site activities remotely from any device, tablet, phone or computer.  This accessibility empowers users like Oliver Scutenaire to make informed decision based on real-time insights, improving overall operational efficiency.

Key features
• Real-time insights for better decision-making
• Control of on-site activities from any device, wherever they are
• Reduction in idling times leading to decreased fuel consumption
• Improved operator safety and stress-free driving experience

About Connected Map

Connected Map is a positioning solution that is accessible via Volvo Co-Pilot or mobile devices and provides a real-time visual oversight of the entire site operation. it enhances productivity by optimizing traffic flow which in turn has a positive effect, reducing fuel consumption and emissions. Features include machine traceability, predefined zones and points of interest. Suitable for Volvo and non-Volvo machines, Connected Map ensures safer, more efficient operations for all site personnel.

Photo Credit: Volvo CE
Photo Credit: Volvo CE

About Performance Indicator

Performance Indicator provides a real-time visual overview of the site performance indicators for site management to help optimize efficiency and safety. It offers critical insights to help site managers stay informed and in control, allowing them to make decisions and take appropriate actions as necessary.

Digital solutions are an important part of Volvo CE’s offering. With a growing number of connected machines providing huge amounts of valuable data, Volvo CE can help make worksites smarter, safer and more sustainable.

Learn more about Connected Map from Volvo CE.

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