Hyundai’s Hi MATE remote fleet management system leverages Iridium’s IoT services to provide critical machine data
Iridium Communications Inc., a leading provider of global voice, data and positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) satellite services, today announced that HD Hyundai Construction Equipment, a leading construction equipment manufacturer, has chosen to integrate its Hi MATE vehicle monitoring system with Iridium’s truly global satellite IoT connectivity.
This integration allows HD Hyundai to expand the reach of its Hi MATE service to new markets and regions, improving connectivity and support for its global customer base.
Hyundai’s Hi MATE remote management system Provides location tracking, geofencing and diagnostic insights for excavators and wheel loaders, including key performance metrics such as engine hours and fuel consumption. The Iridium ConnectedSM The Hi MATE solution extends these capabilities to even the most remote locations, enabling real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance and remote troubleshooting, helping to reduce downtime, optimize planning and reduce operational costs.
“As a leading equipment manufacturer, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment has set the bar high for reliability by adding Iridium’s reliable, low-latency connectivity to Hi MATE, enabling its customers to receive critical data regardless of deployment conditions.” said Tim Last, Executive Vice President, Iridium.
“With Iridium Short Burst Data® (SBD®), Hyundai’s customers will receive unmatched global coverage and mission-critical reliability, critical advantages for devices operating in even the most remote locations.”
As the only truly global satellite communications network, Iridium offers an easy-to-deploy, mobile alternative to traditional and expensive fixed on-site infrastructure. The world’s leading heavy equipment manufacturers continue to choose Iridium® connectivity for its reliability, truly global reach and mission-critical performance, especially when the most important data must be transmitted.
