Steve Bullman

In August, STIHL will be launching a new smart technology that will give professional users a detailed overview of key power tool data via a portal in order to enhance maintenance programmes and fleet management efficiencies. STIHL Connected comprises of three central system components; STIHL Smart Connector, STIHL app, and STIHL connect pro portal. When used in conjunction, STIHL Connected enables professional users to easily analyse key machinery performance data that can be used to not only improve daily work processes, but also help achieve optimum task scheduling for an even more efficient team. STIHL Smart Connector is easy to install and transmits the most important power tool data via Bluetooth to a smartphone or tablet, giving users universal transparency about where power tools are being operated and their current status. With the STIHL app, professional users are given a detailed overview of their power tool run time, as well as being able to schedule and document work tasks. The STIHL connect pro portal enables the digital management of an entire machinery fleet, meaning users can add or remove power tools, schedule work to best effect and view pending maintenance appointments. What’s more, users can see the last position of an active power tool, giving them complete visibility of the whereabouts of any tool, as long as location services on the connected phone are enabled The new smart technology has been introduced by STIHL so professional users can ensure that their power tools are reliably ready for operation, leading to time and cost savings. For more information on STIHL Connected or STIHL’s extensive range of power tools, please visit www.stihl.co.uk .