Specialist plant tracking and machinery security, fitted nationwide

We're frequently asked this question by customers whose machinery already has a manufacturer-fitted telematics system or a tracker supplied by another company.

Manufacturer telematics systems are primarily designed to monitor machinery location, operating hours, servicing and performance. While valuable for fleet management, their purpose is very different from a dedicated theft prevention system.

At P&MT, our layered anti-theft protection combines a purpose-built immobiliser with our own covert tracking hardware, specialist alerting software and dedicated apps. Each element has been carefully selected and configured to work together, providing rapid movement alerts, independent monitoring and additional recovery support.

We therefore only install our immobilisation systems alongside P&MT trackers. This ensures we maintain control over the complete protection package, from the quality of installation and system configuration through to ongoing support.

By taking responsibility for the entire system, we can maintain the high standards of protection our customers have come to expect.

Plant tracking gives construction businesses greater visibility and control over their machinery, whether it's working on site, out on hire or parked up overnight.

P&MT's IP69-rated hardwired plant trackers provide live location monitoring, ignition alerts, movement and tow-away notifications, geofencing and valuable operating information, including engine hours.

For plant hire companies, our optional Remote Start Inhibit (RSI) feature provides additional control, allowing you to remotely prevent machinery from being started through our easy-to-use app. This is particularly useful for managing machinery out on hire.

Every hardwired tracker is professionally installed with particular attention to concealment, reliability and the integrity of the machine's original wiring. Both the tracker and its installation are backed by our lifetime warranty.

For businesses looking to actively prevent machinery theft rather than simply monitor it, P&MT also offers layered anti-theft protection, combining advanced tracking technology with a separate immobilisation system.

Absolutely. Every business operates differently, which is why our tracking and fleet management solutions can be tailored to your specific requirements.

Whether you operate a handful of machines or manage a large nationwide fleet, we can configure our platform to deliver the information and functionality that matters most to your business.

Our system also allows you to manage road-going vehicles alongside plant machinery, bringing vans, commercial vehicles and construction equipment together on one easy-to-use platform.

From live location monitoring and instant movement alerts to engine hours, utilisation reporting and Remote Start Inhibit (RSI), we work closely with customers to understand exactly what they need and configure the system accordingly.

Many of our larger fleet customers have found our platform offers greater flexibility and functionality than systems they've previously used, thanks to our ability to tailor it to their operations.

A tracker alone cannot prevent theft. It provides location monitoring and alerts to unauthorised movement, helping you respond quickly if your machinery is stolen.

At P&MT, we believe prevention is better than recovery. That's why we recommend layered security, combining a covert plant tracker with a purpose-built immobiliser, such as our E-Lock keypad or Thatcham-approved RFID system.

The immobiliser helps prevent the machine from being operated, while the tracker provides an independent layer of monitoring and recovery support.

Together with our meticulous installation standards, this approach has helped us achieve 100% machine retention across every layered anti-theft installation since 2022.

P&MT offers both professionally installed hardwired trackers and self-powered battery trackers, providing flexible tracking solutions for a wide range of plant and machinery.

Our flagship IP69-rated hardwired tracker provides live location monitoring, instant movement and ignition alerts, engine hours and detailed telemetry, with optional CANBUS and MODBUS data where compatible. Remote Start Inhibit (RSI) is also available, allowing you to prevent machinery from being started remotely through our easy-to-use app.

Our IP68-rated self-powered battery trackers provide a discreet, flexible alternative where hardwiring isn't practical. With no external power supply required, they can be concealed within machinery or moved between assets when needed.

These battery trackers also feature Stolen Asset Recovery (SAR) mode, allowing significantly more frequent location updates when activated to assist with locating stolen machinery.

Battery trackers can also be used alongside our hardwired systems as an independent secondary tracking layer, providing additional recovery support should the primary tracker be discovered or disabled.

Both tracking solutions can be configured to suit your individual requirements, whether you're monitoring a single machine or managing an entire fleet.

A typical hardwired plant tracker installation takes approximately two hours, while a complete layered anti-theft installation generally takes three to four hours, depending on the machine and its complexity.

At P&MT, installation quality is never compromised for speed. Our dedicated, fully equipped service vehicle is purpose-built for professional plant security installations, allowing us to maintain consistently high standards wherever we work across the UK.

We use genuine connectors, high-quality materials and factory-standard wiring practices, taking particular care to conceal our equipment and preserve the integrity of the machine's original wiring.

Once installed, we'll guide you through the tracking platform, configure the system to suit your requirements and make sure you're comfortable using it.

Every hardwired tracker and its installation are backed by our lifetime warranty.

As much as we'd love to, no security system can guarantee that machinery will never be stolen.

What we can offer is our proven track record. Since establishing P&MT in 2022, we've achieved 100% machine retention across every layered anti-theft installation, despite attempted thefts.

Our systems combine professional immobilisation, covert tracking and highly responsive movement alerts, designed to prevent theft rather than simply assist with recovery.

We work closely with our customers to ensure they understand their system and the importance of acting promptly on unexpected alerts. With 24/7 support available, we're always here if you need advice or assistance.