Remote monitoring: what to track, how it works, and why it's essential on the jobsite

How the system works

The remote monitoring system integrated into the TURCHI 300F and TURCHI 260F pile drivers is based on a telematics module connected to the machine's CAN bus. The module collects data from on-board sensors and transmits it via GSM/GPRS cellular network to a web portal accessible from any device — PC, tablet or smartphone. The connection works in both data and SMS modes, ensuring transmission even in areas with limited cellular coverage. The system also supports OTA (over-the-air) firmware updates, allowing TURCHI to release software improvements without on-site intervention.

What you can monitor: real-time data

The web portal displays all machine operating parameters in real time:

— GPS/Glonass position: location using dual satellite constellation for maximum accuracy, route history and jobsite identification. — Engine hours: continuous count of diesel engine running hours, essential for planning maintenance. — Hammer cycles: number of strikes made by the hydraulic hammer, a key metric for assessing component wear. — Oil temperature: real-time hydraulic oil temperature monitoring to prevent overheating. — Operating pressures: hydraulic circuit pressure monitoring during driving. — Fuel consumption: actual consumption readings to optimise operating costs.

Geofencing and virtual work areas

The system allows you to define virtual work areas (geofences) directly from the portal. When a machine enters or leaves a configured area, an automatic alert is generated. This lets you verify that each pile driver is operating in its assigned zone, monitor movements between jobsites, and receive immediate notifications in case of unauthorised movements. For those managing multiple machines across different sites, geofencing is an essential tool for maintaining control over the entire fleet.

Predictive maintenance and automatic alerts

One of the most tangible benefits of remote monitoring is predictive maintenance. The system analyses operational data and generates automatic notifications before a component reaches its wear limit. This means fewer unexpected machine downtimes and more efficient service planning. The portal tracks service intervals and component lifecycles, flagging when it's time to replace filters, hydraulic oil or wear components. The result is higher uptime and more predictable maintenance costs — particularly relevant for those working on solar jobsites with tight contractual deadlines.

Remote diagnostics: support without travel

In case of an anomaly, the TURCHI technical support team can access the machine's diagnostic data remotely, quickly identify the root cause and guide the operator through the fix — without having to send a technician to the jobsite. This drastically reduces downtime and travel costs. The system also includes jamming detection (anti-interference), which flags any attempts to disrupt the GPS signal.

Fleet management: the complete fleet picture

For companies operating multiple TURCHI pile drivers across different jobsites, the portal offers a unified view of the entire fleet. From a single dashboard you can view each machine's position, compare working hours, identify which pile driver is on which site, and consult the route history (track). This overview enables better resource allocation, workload balancing between machines, and more efficient rotation planning.

Industry 4.0: the pile driver becomes a connected tool

Remote monitoring transforms the pile driver from a purely mechanical machine into a connected, documentable tool. Together with semi-automatic GPS for centimetre-level pile positioning and PVEA assisted verticality for mast alignment, remote monitoring completes the technology ecosystem of latest-generation TURCHI pile drivers. Three systems that, working together, deliver precision, traceability and total control of jobsite operations — requirements increasingly demanded in the specifications of large solar and road infrastructure projects.