CPA Bulletin

www.cpa.uk.net CPA Bulletin > May 2023 21 PLANTWORX: 2 Xerotech’s Hibernium® is a highly customizable battery technology that allows users to select their preferred energy content, operating voltage range, physical dimensions, and even battery cell chemistry. What’s more, there are no design or engineering costs involved, making it an attractive option for one-off prototyping projects. Meanwhile, Lifos is set to impress visitors with its Fort renewable power system in a box. This complete power system is easy to transport and deploy and can be fully hybridized with its own solar panels, genset, or wind turbine. With the Lifos Fort, users can save money on diesel charges and lower their energy emissions in any circumstances. The Atlas Copco ZBC Battery Storage System is a modular energy storage solution designed to minimize fuel usage and carbon emissions for construction operators. It operates in hybrid mode, reducing emissions by up to 50%, and can eliminate up to 100% of CO2 emissions when used with renewable energy sources. The system produces no noise and requires minimal maintenance. These new battery technologies are a promising development in the world of renewable energy and are sure to be a highlight of Plantworx. The digital revolution is in full swing, and a deluge of technology and connectivity companies are hitting the market. These technology solution providers are working tirelessly to achieve an all-encompassing connected site. It’s not just about the excavator; it’s about the telematics, cameras, and sensors that work together seamlessly to enhance the excavator’s functionality. The data collected by these systems provides contractors and fleet owners with real-time insights into their equipment’s performance and health. Through a single platform, contractors and fleet owners can monitor the location, usage, and health of their equipment, all in one place. Plantworx 2023 has already managed to attract a host of these businesses, including equipment management platform experts MachineMax, ABAX Telematics and Plant Tracking , as well as connectivity solutions company Plinx and Onwave , who is showcasing Onwave Locator (OWL), which is a SaaS application, developed by Onwave to aid customers with the dissemination and communication of hazard and work site information to remote workers. Safety is also an essential consideration in the construction industry. With the inherent risks that come with building and infrastructure projects, safety measures must be put in place to protect workers, the public, and the environment. Companies including Spillard Safety Systems, Xwatch Safety Solutions, GKD, SiteZone, Leica , and Prolec are at the forefront of providing innovative safety solutions to the construction industry. All of these companies will be showcasing their latest safety solutions at Plantworx 2023. Leica and Xwatch will be announcing a world-wide first with a recent collaboration that first debuted in Las Vegas. With such innovative solutions on offer, it is clear that safety will continue to be a top priority for the construction industry. Spillard will be showcasing its AI Human Detection System (HDS), which has been shortlisted for a Plantworx Innovation Award. GKD and SiteZone are other companies that are dedicated to improving safety in the construction sector. Their range of products includes proximity detection systems and access control solutions that help to prevent accidents and unauthorized access to construction sites. The award-winning Official CESAR Scheme is set to once again emphasize the criticality of security and demonstrate how its multi-layered security marking technologies supplied by Datatag can thwart criminals who seek to target plant and machinery. Additionally, the company will be unveiling KIST, a web-based administration portal. This portal has been crafted to enable effortless creation, management, and administration of assets such as tools, vehicles, and equipment, using existing phone and tablet technology to scan QR codes or unique identification numbers. Each asset is assigned to a user or parent asset, for instance, a tool to a storage location or a vehicle, upon creation. With the CESAR or Micro-CESAR security label providing each asset with a unique identifier, an audit trail can be established to document the asset’s movement and allocations, facilitating tracking and management of the asset’s complete lifecycle, from acquisition to periodic maintenance and phase-out from inventory. This increased transparency in asset management leads to greater accuracy and accountability across a fleet of assets. Sustainable welfare cabins are an innovative solution for providing comfortable and environmentally-friendly temporary accommodation in remote or challenging locations. These cabins are designed to meet the needs of workers who require on-site accommodation and facilities, while also minimizing the environmental impact of their operations. Two award-shortlisted companies in this space are Boss Cabins and Genquip Groundhog who will be showing their latest green innovations at the show.