How to automate recognition of towed implements’ attachments

Issues

The client faced delays and inefficiencies due to the need for manual assignment of towed implements in the monitoring system. Operators had to specify which implement was used for each field operation, a process that took 1 to 3 hours daily and was prone to errors.

Since implements are regularly swapped for different tasks, incorrect or missing assignments led to inaccurate reporting on key metrics like field area, working speed, and fuel usage. This manual approach slowed down report generation and made real-time decision-making difficult, especially during the peak of agricultural seasons.

Solution

To automate the assignment of towed implements and enhance the overall monitoring system, both tractors and implements were equipped with a combination of BLE devices and telematics hardware:

Escort TAG sensors were mounted on each implement to enable automatic identification.
Escort TD-150 BLE fuel level sensors were installed in the fuel tanks of tractors to provide accurate and wireless fuel monitoring without additional wiring.
Galileosky 7x trackers were installed on tractors to collect data and execute onboard tasks based on the data collected.
Connection to the CAN bus was established via the Galileosky interface for additional vehicle telemetry.
A custom script based on the EasyLogic script was implemented to manage tag detection and logic processing.

The navigation terminals continuously scan for nearby BLE tags and select the one with the strongest signal (RSSI) from a configured whitelist. Logic conditions are applied to filter out false matches – especially relevant when multiple implements are stored close together. Once a tag is confidently identified, its ID is sent to the monitoring platform, which automatically assigns the corresponding implement to the tractor.

The EasyLogic script logs tag codes and RSSI values into an array, compares them in a loop, and selects the tag with the strongest signal. The selected ID is stored in a dedicated parameter and transmitted to the server.

Meanwhile, the TD-150 BLE sensors provide real-time fuel level data via Bluetooth, which is also collected by the Galileosky gateaway and sent to the monitoring system. This enables wireless fuel control without the need for complex cabling or additional BLE receivers.

This integrated solution eliminates manual errors, streamlines the implement assignment process, and adds high-accuracy wireless fuel monitoring – resulting in improved operational efficiency and reduced dispatcher workload.

Results

Previously, dispatchers spent 1 to 3 hours daily manually assigning implements and compiling reports. Now, reports are generated automatically in the Fort-Monitor system and sent to the dispatcher by email. Time spent on report generation has been reduced to just a few minutes.

In peak season, this automation saves up to 500 hours of qualified personnel time, which can now be redirected to other operational tasks.

Now the integrator’s team plans to develop geofencing logic to implement zonal activity monitoring. This will allow dynamic adjustment of navigation unit settings such as point logging frequency and implement assignment based on geolocation.

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Client since 2019

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We first met Escort at a trade show, where we tested the TD-Online with GPS/Glonass. The results were excellent, and we quickly moved to full integration. Strong in-house R&D and manufacturing ensure quality and the ability to adapt products to our needs, while the TD-BLE has significantly simplified and reduced integration costs. Their 24/7 technical support, training, and open communication make Escort a true partner rather than just a supplier. The precision and durability of the TD series are proven in the field, and the fact that hundreds of thousands of devices are deployed globally is the best testament to their reliability.

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Partner since 2021

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We have worked with Escort Monitoring Systems for over four years, and during this time they have proven to be a true partner in every sense. Our collaboration began with the integration of Escort’s fuel level sensors into our devices, and as their BLE sensors became available, we confidently recommended them to our clients as well. What makes Escort stand out is their ability to combine innovation with reliability. Their engineers and developers consistently deliver standardized, user-friendly products, while the team as a whole is always responsive and supportive. This balance of cutting-edge technology, high product quality, and genuine partnership has earned Escort the trust of our company, our partners, and end clients across the globe.

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