In the construction industry, every liter of fuel matters. Heavy equipment — excavators, bulldozers, cranes, loaders — often operates under difficult conditions, and efficient fuel consumption is essential for the company’s financial well-being. In this context, the CAN Data Reading solution developed by AROBS TrackGPS becomes a strategic ally for any construction company aiming to gain greater control over operational expenses.
How does the TrackGPS CAN Data Reading solution work?
CAN Data Reading is an advanced telematics solution that enables real-time extraction of information from the vehicle’s communication network (Controller Area Network – CAN). Through this solution, precise data can be accessed regarding:
Detailed fuel consumption
Fuel level in the tank
Engine RPM range
Idle and load operating hours
Error code diagnostics
PTO (Power Take Off) instances and auxiliary consumption
Engine temperature
Battery voltage
Ignition status
For a construction company operating a diverse fleet of machinery, this information is crucial for optimizing consumption and reducing financial losses.
Fuel consumption – a challenge for a construction company?
Unlike road transport fleets, construction equipment operates on closed construction sites, away from public roads, under discontinuous operating conditions. Much of the time, these machines operate at idle, with significant RPM fluctuations depending on the type of work performed. Without a precise monitoring system, a construction company risks:
Unjustified losses through unrecorded or overestimated consumption;
Fuel theft, common in isolated or poorly supervised environments;
Inefficient equipment maintenance due to lack of accurate data regarding actual operating hours;
Poor resource allocation decisions based on estimates rather than real data.
How does the CAN Data Reading solution contribute to reducing fuel costs?
Precise real-time fuel consumption monitoring
The solution allows exact visualization of fuel consumption correlated with equipment activity. This eliminates approximations or estimates based on the operator’s logbook. In addition, through automatic reporting, managers can observe consumption trends for each machine or work team.
Theft detection and prevention
One of the most common problems for equipment fleets is fuel theft. Through detailed consumption reports that correlate tank levels with equipment activity, any sudden or unjustified fuel level decrease can be easily identified. This enables fleet managers to intervene quickly and efficiently.
Maintenance optimization based on real data
Equipment maintenance based on estimated kilometers or working hours may be inefficient. With the CAN Data Reading solution, maintenance can be scheduled according to actual usage parameters — engine hours, RPM, workload — thus preventing premature wear or costly breakdowns.
Operator performance evaluation
By analyzing operating style — excessive RPM, idle and load operating hours, auxiliary consumption instances — companies can identify the causes of high fuel consumption and factors contributing to accelerated equipment wear. Based on this data, a construction company can organize personalized training sessions and implement motivation programs encouraging responsible behavior.
Integration with other TrackGPS solutions
The performance of the CAN Data Reading solution can be enhanced when used together with other TrackGPS solutions, such as:
FleetCam – the video telematics solution, providing complete control over construction site activities and correlating incidents with video data;
Driver Identification – enabling clear traceability of employees operating the equipment;
This multi-solution integration helps construction companies centralize all relevant data and make informed decisions quickly and efficiently. For example, associating CAN data with video footage and automatic operator identification allows precise verification of behavior in case of incidents or unauthorized equipment usage. In this way, companies can prevent abuse, reduce operational risks, and ensure compliance with internal procedures and safety standards.
Competitive advantages for a construction company
In an increasingly competitive market, where increasing profit margins becomes more and more challenging, a construction company adopting modern technological solutions benefits from multiple advantages:
- Reduced operational costs;
- Improved transparency toward partners and authorities;
- Faster and easier adaptation to environmental protection regulations through reduced emissions and optimized fuel consumption;
- Ability to offer clients more competitive prices without affecting profitability.
The CAN Data Reading solution developed by AROBS TrackGPS is more than just a way to monitor activity and consumption. It is an advanced platform for cost control, loss prevention, and performance improvement. In a world where efficiency is the key to success, no construction company can afford to operate without complete visibility over the activity of its equipment fleet.
Implementing this solution represents an essential step toward the digitalization of machinery fleets and toward modern, responsible, and efficient resource management. Contact us now for a personalized offer!
