Hire and Rental News - May 2018

61 HIRE AND RENTAL NEWS • MAY 2018 HIRE18 PREVIEW Texada released its two new software products, Vision X and RentalLogic, at the ARA (American Rental Association) Show in February. Vision X is an augmented reality (AR) application that empowers mechanics, field service technicians and drivers to more effectively diagnose and repair equipment issues.  “Users of Vision X interact with photorealistic 3D models of construction and industrial equipment to conduct virtual disassembly or repair procedures,” Isaac Ristich, who leads the Vision X Project said. “Sales representatives can use Vision X as a tool to virtually demonstrate equipment and parts. Vision X also integrates with a customer’s inventory and work order management software so users can view 3D AR models of specific equipment in their fleet, including an asset’s complete service history, telematics sensor readings, and Service techs get super powers to demonstrate equipment New technology software from Texada is giving service technicians super powers: perfect memory, X-ray vision, and the ability to make accurate predictions – even remotely. predictive analytics. Users can also see real-time parts inventory levels and order parts within Vision X.    “Vision X represents a digital evolution of equipment maintenance by giving service technicians super powers: perfect memory, X-ray vision, and the ability to make accurate predictions, even remotely,” Isaac said. Texada also unveiled RentalLogic, a cloud-based application designed to maximise productivity for any business offering rental transactions. RentalLogic captures reservations, manages inventory availability, and streamlines the contract, invoice generation, rental return and payment process. Additional modules such as work order management, e-commerce store and integration with accounting software are also available to scale RentalLogic’s capabilities. “Before building RentalLogic, we spoke with hundreds of customers to understand how their businesses have evolved and what they need to maximise and increase their potential,”Adam Kropf, Product Manager at Texada said.  “RentalLogic simplifies the rental management process, so getting your daily work done is faster and easier for everyone.” RentalLogic’s public release is scheduled for Q2 of 2018, and Vision X is in beta. In another new deal, Texada Software will implement its software products at Hewitt’s equipment rental and dealership operations following Toromont’s acquisition of the assets of Hewitt Equipment. The purchase represents the largest Caterpillar dealer acquisition to date. Toromont provides specialised equipment to diverse sectors and Toromont's Caterpillar dealership operates 120 branches across Canada. Texada – www.texadasoftware.com – Stand 49 WE’RE COMMITTED TO THE HIRE INDUSTRY Specialists in custom build cleaning equipment and material handling lifts. The Kerrick range of products include an array of vacuum cleaners, extractors, drain cleaners, nozzles, carpet extractors, high pressure pumps, hot and cold pressure washers, as well as gantry and material lifts. We are dedicated to providing you with the best product for the job along with top quality services, to maximise your productivity and drive down the total cost of each job. www.kerrick.com.au VISIT US AT STAND 51 AT THE HRIA SHOW BUILT FOR THE HIRE INDUSTRY www.kerrick.com.au