Supplies on Demand: A High-tech Conex Box

Dec. 9, 2024

Technology manages access, inventory, and stocking for 100s of job site items.

Keeping a handle on supplies on site can be difficult, but United Rentals has a high-tech answer coming soon.

Its Supplies on Demand conex box uses technology to not only control access, but to also keep track of exactly who takes what and which items need to be restocked. It also automatically sends billing.

What's in store for rental's future?

Twelve cameras in the ceiling take a skeletal profile of badge holders who enter, tracking their every movement and the items they take. Pressure sensitive shelves, and images, keep a detailed list.

Chris Cox and Steve Anderson from United Rentals explain the amazing box to Construction Equipment.

About the Author

Frank Raczon

Raczon’s writing career spans nearly 25 years, including magazine publishing and public relations work with some of the industry’s major equipment manufacturers. He has won numerous awards in his career, including nods from the Construction Writers Association, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, and BtoB magazine. He is responsible for the magazine's Buying Files.