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WIRELESS ASSET TRACKING

Wireless Asset Tracking

Battery-powered GPS tracking for trailers, equipment, containers, generators and high-value business assets, without wiring or complex installation.

TG Tracking helps businesses monitor valuable mobile assets with compact, rugged and long-life wireless tracking devices. Tell us what you need to track, and we’ll help you choose the right device, setup and reporting profile for your asset.

Battery-powered tracking · No wiring required · Long battery life · Movement and tamper alerts · Rugged for tough environments · Free international roaming

A shipping container, generator, light tower and flatbed trailer on an open site in the veld

Wireless tracking for assets that do not stay in one place

Not every asset has power. Not every asset is easy to wire. And not every asset stays safely inside your yard.

Wireless asset tracking is built for equipment, trailers, generators, containers, rental assets and mobile assets that move between depots, sites, customers, farms, yards and cross-border routes.

With TG Tracking, businesses can improve visibility, reduce losses and respond faster when valuable assets move without permission.

Best for

  • Trailers
  • Containers
  • Generators
  • Compressors
  • Welders
  • Toolboxes
  • Rental equipment
  • Plant and machinery
  • Agricultural equipment
  • Fuel bowsers
  • Mobile storage units
  • High-value portable assets

Designed for commercial assets, remote sites and tough operating environments

Construction and Plant Hire

Track generators, compressors, welders, tools, trailers, attachments and site equipment across jobs, depots and customer locations.

Equipment Rental

Know where rental assets are, reduce customer disputes, improve utilisation and recover assets that are not returned.

Transport and Logistics

Track trailers, containers, cargo units, side tippers, flat decks and mobile storage assets.

Agriculture

Protect implements, pumps, tanks, generators, trailers and farm equipment used across large or remote areas.

Mining and Heavy Equipment

Track mobile assets, trailers, equipment and support units operating in harsh environments.

Utilities and Field Services

Track tools, generators, mobile equipment and deployed assets used by technicians and contractors.

No wiring. No power source. No complicated installation.

Wireless trackers are ideal when a vehicle tracker is not practical. The device can be fitted, mounted or concealed on the asset and configured around the way the asset is used.

Battery life can range from months to years depending on the device, reporting frequency, movement, signal conditions and configuration.

  • No connection to the asset’s power supply
  • No wiring into vehicles or machines
  • Can be hidden or mounted discreetly
  • Works when the asset is parked, stored or disconnected
  • Can be deployed across many assets quickly
  • Battery life can be configured around reporting needs

Know when something moves, leaves or gets tampered with

Wireless asset tracking is not only about seeing where something is. It is about knowing when something changes.

Movement alerts Unauthorised movement alerts Geofence entry and exit alerts After-hours movement alerts Tamper alerts Low battery alerts Scheduled location updates Recovery mode or increased reporting when needed Mobile app and web platform access Location history Asset reporting

Movement alerts, scheduled updates and increased location reporting when needed.

Location data and recovery support when assets move without permission

If an asset is stolen or moved unexpectedly, TG Tracking helps provide accurate location data and recovery support to assist in locating and recovering the asset where possible.

Wireless tracking gives your team a better chance of responding quickly because you are no longer relying on guesswork, customer updates or last-seen locations.

Popular wireless asset tracking use cases

Equipment Tracking

Generators, welders, compressors, pumps, toolboxes, lighting towers, attachments and portable machinery.

Track Equipment

Trailer Tracking

Commercial trailers, flatbeds, cargo trailers, side tippers, hire trailers, utility trailers and mobile units.

Track Trailers

Container Tracking

Storage containers, shipping containers, tool containers, mobile storage units and cargo containers.

Track Containers

Generator Tracking

Portable generators, trailer-mounted generators, rental generators and site power units.

Track Generators

Rental and Hire Assets

Equipment, trailers, mobile machinery and customer-deployed assets.

Track Rental Assets

Personal and Leisure Assets

Caravans, boats, jet skis, motorbikes, quadbikes and hobby equipment.

Track Personal Assets

We match the right tracker to the asset

Different assets need different devices. TG Tracking will recommend the right device based on asset type, size, environment, risk, expected battery life and reporting requirements.

Barra

Thin, low-cost asset tracking

Yabby

Small assets and compact placement

Oyster

Balanced size, battery life and tracking performance

Manta

Slim, compact assets requiring flexible location technology

Remora

Long battery life, tougher use cases and more aggressive tracking performance

Find the Right Tracker

What wireless asset tracking helps you solve

01

Reduce theft and loss

Know when assets move unexpectedly and access location data when something goes wrong.

02

Improve asset visibility

See where equipment, trailers and mobile assets are across sites, depots and customers.

03

Improve utilisation

Understand which assets are moving, sitting idle, being used or being left at customer sites.

04

Reduce operational waste

Spend less time searching for equipment and avoid buying duplicates because assets cannot be found.

05

Improve customer and staff accountability

Track assets issued to customers, staff, contractors, branches or remote sites.

Industries that use wireless asset tracking

Equipment Rental Construction & Plant Hire Transport & Logistics Agriculture & Farming Trailer Rental Mining & Heavy Equipment Cold Chain Transport Service & Staff Fleets Security & Emergency Response
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How the process works

1

Tell us what you need to track

Share the asset type, quantity, environment, movement pattern and risk profile.

2

We recommend the right device

TG Tracking helps match the asset to the right wireless tracker and configuration.

3

We quote the solution

Pricing depends on the device, quantity, reporting profile and required support.

4

Deploy the devices

Devices can be fitted, mounted, concealed or deployed based on the asset and use case.

5

Monitor from TG Online and TG Mobile

View assets, receive alerts and manage location data from the platform.

6

Scale across more assets

Add more assets, device types, reports and integrations as your requirements grow.

Why choose TG Tracking for wireless asset tracking?

01

Battery-powered tracking options

Track assets without relying on vehicle power or fixed wiring.

02

No wiring required

Ideal for trailers, containers, equipment, generators and non-powered assets.

03

Rugged and discreet devices

Built for outdoor environments, tough use cases and hidden placement.

04

Movement alerts and recovery support

Get alerts when assets move unexpectedly and support when something goes wrong.

05

Free international roaming

Useful for assets moving across borders, regions, depots and customer locations.

06

Devices active in 45+ countries

TG Tracking supports asset visibility across multiple countries and environments.

Need more than location?

Wireless asset tracking can be combined with other TG Tracking solutions where needed.

Remote Sensor Monitoring Business Fleet Management AI Camera Solutions Business Intelligence Dashboards Integrations, APIs & Webhooks

Frequently asked questions

What is wireless asset tracking?
Wireless asset tracking uses compact, rugged and long-life battery-powered GPS devices to monitor valuable mobile assets without wiring or complex installation. The device can be fitted, mounted or concealed on the asset and configured around the way the asset is used.
What assets can I track?
Wireless asset tracking is built for equipment, trailers, generators, containers, rental assets and mobile assets that move between depots, sites, customers, farms, yards and cross-border routes — including trailers, containers, generators, compressors, welders, toolboxes, rental equipment, plant and machinery, agricultural equipment, fuel bowsers, mobile storage units and other high-value portable assets.
Do wireless trackers need wiring?
No. Wireless trackers are ideal when a vehicle tracker is not practical. They have no connection to the asset’s power supply, no wiring into vehicles or machines, and can be hidden or mounted discreetly.
How long does the battery last?
Battery life can range from months to years depending on the device, reporting frequency, movement, signal conditions and configuration.
Can I track trailers?
Yes. Wireless asset tracking covers commercial trailers, flatbeds, cargo trailers, side tippers, hire trailers, utility trailers and mobile units.
Can I track generators and equipment?
Yes. You can track generators, welders, compressors, pumps, toolboxes, lighting towers, attachments and portable machinery, as well as portable, trailer-mounted, rental and site power generators.
Can I track containers?
Yes. Wireless asset tracking covers storage containers, shipping containers, tool containers, mobile storage units and cargo containers.
Can I track rental assets?
Yes. You can track equipment, trailers, mobile machinery and customer-deployed assets, know where rental assets are, reduce customer disputes, improve utilisation and recover assets that are not returned.
Will I receive movement alerts?
Wireless asset tracking provides movement alerts, scheduled updates and increased location reporting when needed. Possible alerts include unauthorised movement, geofence entry and exit, after-hours movement, tamper and low battery alerts.
Can TG Tracking assist if an asset is stolen?
If an asset is stolen or moved unexpectedly, TG Tracking helps provide accurate location data and recovery support to assist in locating and recovering the asset where possible.
Can wireless asset tracking work across borders?
Yes. Free international roaming is useful for assets moving across borders, regions, depots and customer locations, and devices are active in 45+ countries.
Which device do I need?
Different assets need different devices. TG Tracking will recommend the right device based on asset type, size, environment, risk, expected battery life and reporting requirements.
Can I buy the device online?
Wireless asset tracking is consultative because the right device depends on the asset, environment, battery expectation, reporting frequency and risk profile. Tell us what you need to track and we will recommend and quote the correct solution.
How is pricing worked out?
Pricing depends on the device, quantity, reporting profile and required support.
Can I track personal assets like caravans, boats and motorbikes?
Yes. Wireless asset tracking also covers caravans, boats, jet skis, motorbikes, quadbikes and hobby equipment.

Ready to Track Your Assets Without Wiring?

Tell us what you need to track, and TG Tracking will help recommend the right wireless device and setup for your business.