Automated tool tracking on the construction site

James D. Goedert; E. T. Foster; Jason Jewell; John Bartek

doi:10.1080/15578770902717535

Automated tool tracking on the construction site

James D. Goedert, E. T. Foster, Jason Jewell, John Bartek

Durham School of Architectural Engineering and Construction

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Abstract

Construction companies need to find a balance between the cost of lost or stolen tools and equipment and the cost associated with tracking them. The objective of this research was to develop a tool and/or equipment management system using a construction gangbox modified with a radio frequency identification reader, antennas, and custom communication hardware and software. The system allows users to automatically check in or out tagged tools and/or equipment. It was laboratory tested for functionality using 50 tools over varying read times and found to be both accurate and reliable. The prototype costs are discussed along with potential cost reductions and improvements. The system can be extended to include materials and has the potential for use in industries other than construction.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	12-23
Number of pages	12
Journal	International Journal of Construction Education and Research
Volume	5
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/15578770902717535
State	Published - Jan 2009

Keywords

Identification
RFID
Security
Theft loss prevention
Tools

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Building and Construction
Education

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