The Internet of Things(IoT)
Making Waste Collection Part of a Smarter Future
Looking Ahead - IoT, Smart Cities and Refuse Collection
Connecting our World
Internet of Things (IoT)• IoT connects people and things
via the Internet
• Uses IT analytics, cloud computing, smart devices and apps
• Built on cloud computing and networks of data-gathering sensors
• Delivers mobile, virtual and immediate connection
• Makes everything “smart”
IoT, Smart Cities and Waste Management• IoT powers “Smart Cities”
• Smart city mandate includes smarter waste management
• IoT systems monitor trash, vehicles, drivers and customers to optimize many elements of the essential services offered via:
• Asset scanning
• Data gathering
• Chip/sensor technology
• Camera-based real-time monitoring
• Optimization of vehicle fleet logistics.
How IoT Connects Smart Trucks• Smart display computing devices
• Real-time information to drivers and managers
• Integrate cameras, scales, RFID readers, tire pressure and fuel monitoring
• Easy control and real-time communication
Database Manager
FleetLink
Server
Communications
Manager
Messaging
Manager
Mobile Terminal
In-Cab Solution w
powered cradle
GPS Positioning &
Satellite Communication
Fixed Terminal
In-Cab Solution w
Onboard
computer
connected to ECM
Cellular Network
GSM - GPRS
CDMA - 1X, iDEN
Dispatch System / RMS
Internet or Private
APN
FleetMap, FRM
Real Time Transfer
of Route
Information,
Pictures, Engine
data, alarms
Solution Overview
ScaleInterfaceMessaging Interface
Message Store
Communications Manager Alarm Module
DriverDirections
Process Workflow Driver Interface
GPSPositioning
Telemetry Module
Engine ECM Transmission, Brakes,
Ignition.Angle Switch Etc...
RF/Cellular/Satellite/ Modem, Cables, Antennas
On-Board Scale
RFID orBar Code ReaderRFID or
Bar Code Interface
Back-up and peripheral
video cameras
Video capture & display
Shockdetection
Configuration
Hours ofService
Mobile Overview
The IoT Advantage1. City administrators > control over
budgets, service quality , refuse collection service providers.
2. Municipal fleet and dispatch managers > better manage fleet logistics, service accountability.
3. Private haulers > better organize, optimize business processes.
4. Customers > timely, consistent customer service.
5. Drivers > tools to improve safety, driving, visibility etc.
IoT Sensors on Waste Collection Vehicles
Sensors to Manage Lifts
Lift Sensor/Actuator for Commercial Waste Vehicles
Lift Sensor for Residential Side Load Vehicles
RFID Sensors for Cart/Container Management
Residential Side Load RFID Sensor Commercial Collection Vehicle RFID Sensor
Connected Camera Systems• Capture around-the-truck video and pictures
• Real-time, complete visibility
Sensors for Weight Management• IoT powered scale sensors
• Zero manual intervention
• More accurate waste weight management
• Supports weight-based Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) programs
Benefits of IoT to Waste Fleets
Smarter, Cleaner, Safer FleetsWhat you can achieve with IoT-powered smart fleets:
• Measure accuracy, efficiency for pick-up and delivery commitments
• Decrease administrative time wasted on data entry – go paperless!
• Improve the driver experience and efficiencies
• Ensure accurate billing
• Improve fuel consumption and mileage management
• Heighten accountability and visibility
• Improve customer service
• Be greener and operate safely at peak performance
• Significantly reduce resource requirements
• Lower communications costs
• Ensure integrated activity management
• View servicing problems in real-time to improve customer satisfaction
• Improve maintenance and safety initiatives
• Help reduce amounts of household waste
Complete Visibility• Managers need 360˚ views
• Impacts risk factors, safety records, operating costs
• IoT-powered smart displays connect everyone, everything
• Like a supervisor in every truck
Less Driver Distractions• Drivers need to focus on driving
• IoT-connected smart displays provide single interface point
• Easy touchscreen communications
• Performance threshold alerts
• Eliminates guesswork and manual requirements
More Eco-friendly Operations• Green fleets minimize fuel consumption, mileage and exhaust emissions
• IoT-connected OBC with driver direction capabilities optimize routes
• Reduces time spent on the road and number of engine hours per day
• Generates alarms to monitor/reduce idling, identify aggressive driving, identify vehicle maintenance issues
Improved Preventative Maintenance• IoT-connected OBCs flag vehicle
issues
• Ensure vehicle is properly maintained and functional
• Immediate ECM-related alarms to flag any issues for repair and maintenance
• Drivers are safer and vehicles perform better.
Enhanced Data Collection• Masses of information for driver
activity, driver performance, driver scoring, fuel consumption, fleet performance, etc.
• Before, collected manually with information gaps, human error
• IoT now enables enhanced operations/performance statistics tracking for key indicators
• Unprecedented, total visibility into all information from macro company to individual driver
• Ability to identify and solve problems faster, improve operational efficiency & decision-making
Route OptimizationReal-time IoT-driven fleet tracking and driver directions minimize distance, fuel and time:
• Know how your vehicles are being handled
• Identify non-productive time in seconds
• Determine which drivers generated alarms and where
• Plot locations of alarm occurrences
• Access all your fleet’s activities by divisions
• Supervise real-time route progress
• Check overall route completion status
Conclusion• Sustainable waste collection is fundamental to Smart Cities
• IoT can optimize waste collection with RFID tracking, sensors and cameras
• Smart fleet systems enable connected data sharing, route optimization, asset management, safety, more efficient, sustainable operations.
Questions?
Contact:
Randall SoutterDirector Strategic AccountsFleetMind SolutionsCell: 514.918.7576Office: 888.639.1666 [email protected]
