m When a forklift truck needs a new battery, most operators
will choose the closest or visibly cleanest battery. That's
an easy choice for the operator but poor management for
the fleet. In fact, site tests show that if battery selection
is left to each operator, 30% of battery locations will be
underutilized and 20% will be overused.
Within a few years, an unmanaged fleet of batteries will
consist of many that are old and tired before their time,
while other batteries are virtually unused. This mixed
fleet will eventually suffer from premature battery failure
and variable work shift lengths.
Until now, companies have solved this problem in ways
that are...too expensive. Some companies simply
dedicate two or more batteries to each truck, so they
own many more battery assets than they really need.
Too complicated to work. Some companies create
complicated numbering systems that operators rarely
follow, even after expensive training. Even more
expensive. Some companies have actually hired a
full-time monitor for the battery room.
The Uncomplicated, Cost-Effective iBOS Solution
Philadelphia Scientific, the recognized leader in
cost-effective battery management, introduces iBOS,
the first practical solution to the problem of operator
error in battery selection. iBOS solves the problem
with an electronic display that clearly indicates which
is the "best" forklift battery to select from those in the
queue. When operators always select the best
battery, all battery assets are used evenly, and that
leads to longer life and fewer failures.
Downloadable reports help you make sure you have
the optimum number of batteries for your fleet's usage
patterns, and that all your battery room equipment is in
working order.
Finally, you can eliminate costly operator
error in battery selection.
iBOS Intelligent Battery Organizing System iBOS Features & Benefits
Identifies the "best" next battery to take
.
iBOS eliminates errors in operator judgment by
displaying the location of the battery that has been
cooling the longest after charge.
Promotes longer battery life.
By sequencing each battery in the order it has finished
charging, iBOS makes sure each battery in the fleet is
evenly used, leading to longer battery life.
Helps identify faulty equipment
.
Diagnostic Reports show any charger location that has
not been used recently, an indicator of faulty equipment.
Helps reduce "favorite battery" misuse.
iBOS can be equipped with a recordable, audible alarm
that triggers when an operator incorrectly takes a ready
battery that is not the next battery in the queue.
Out-of-sequence picks are also recorded in the
Diagnostics Report.
Helps you decide if
you have too many
or too few batteries.
Efficiency Reports show
when you run out of
batteries and when
there are too many
batteries standing idle.
iBOS Reports Drive Intelligent Decisions
iBOS produces intelligent, actionable reports on your
laptop or on-site computer, based on the data it gathers
during continuous monitoring.
Efficiency Reports display the maximum and minimum
number of batteries available over the last 30 days.
Individual dates and trends are recorded to optimize
usage, allowing you to highlight days with excessive
workloads. Use this data to make sure your battery fleet
size is compatible with your
application.
Diagnostic Reports display the recent usage pattern
of all charging locations. At a glance, you can see if all
charging bay equipment is functioning properly. Reports
also record when a battery has been taken from the
wrong place in the queue. Use this information to
identify faulty equipment and to remind operators to
choose the best available battery, not the nearest or
their favorite.
iBOS can extend battery life, reduce battery fleet size
and decrease costs. For more information, contact
Philadelphia Scientific today.
iBOS Features & Benefits
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