The Best GPS Tool Tracker For Tradies

The Best GPS Tool Tracker For Tradies

If you run your own business, your tools are your livelihood. If they’re stolen or go missing for any reason, the cost to your business goes far beyond simply replacing the equipment: the jobs you have to delay and the income you lose quickly take their toll. 


To keep your most precious assets protected, Netstar offers a range of reliable GPS tool trackers. These small, lightweight devices offer critical protection for your equipment, helping ensure your business remains mobile.


In this guide, we’ll explore why installing a GPS tracker for tools and equipment is a good idea, how Netstar’s devices work and the ways they protect your business day in, day out.

 

Why You Need a GPS Tracker for Your Tools

Rising Threat of Theft in Australia

From worksites and storage yards left dormant overnight to vehicles parked by the side of the road, small businesses are a prime target for theft. Power tools and equipment are easy to resell and can easily disappear forever when released onto the open market. Installing a GPS tracker for tools helps prevent this, providing visibility over their location at any point.

Peace of Mind

Knowing where your tools are is the main benefit of installing GPS tool trackers. Regular location updates help tradies stay informed of where their assets are at any time, taking the stress out of managing the equipment.

Protecting Your Assets

Tools are one of the biggest investments you’ll make in your business. A GPS tracker for power tools helps protect this significant outlay, offering location information, movement updates to ensure you can respond quickly if something isn’t right.

Protecting Your Livelihood

Those relying on tools to do their job know just how critical they are. Not having the gear you need can shut down jobs, impacting your cash flow and your customer satisfaction rating. To support faster recovery if your equipment is stolen, install a tool tracker with GPS functionality that allows you to accurately locate an asset.

 

Protect your tools and equipment with Netstar’s GPS tracker for tools today. 

 

Discover More About Netstar's GPS Tool Tracker

Rugged and Water Resistant Design

Built for use in harsh environments, Netstar’s GPS tool tracker features a rugged, water resistant design with an IP68 rating. It’s safe for installation on equipment exposed to dust, rain, heat and vibrations.

Motion-Activated Reporting

Movement alerts notify you when your equipment moves unexpectedly, helping you respond quickly if your tools are taken or relocated without your permission.

24/7 Monitoring

You can access the STARtag tracking app 24/7

Integrated STARtag App

Track your tools through the STARtag app. You can also connect multiple trackers, which provides an easy way of viewing multiple assets in one place. 

Australian-Based Customer Support

With a support team based right here in Australia, help is always close at hand. Whether you’re setting up your GPS tool tracker or responding to an alert, our staff are there to ensure minimal disruption to your business.

 

Protect Your Property and Livelihood With Netstar’s GPS Tracker for Tools!

Netstar’s GPS tool tracker is battery-powered, operating independently of your tool’s power source without hardwiring. With a battery life of up to 5 years, it’s a low-maintenance solution that protects your gear for the long term. Whether your tools are stored on-site, in vehicles or between jobs, a tracker gives you confidence your equipment is secure even when you’re not around.

 

Discover how Netstar’s tool and equipment tracker works today.

 

Need Extra Protection? Netstar Can Protect Your Work Vehicle & Equipment Too

Tools aren’t the only business assets worth protecting. GPS tracking for work vehicles helps you monitor the location of your vehicle fleet from the same platform and app as your tool trackers. Our solutions are designed to protect a wide range of equipment kept at worksites, storage yards and private homes.

 

Learn more about Netstar’s range of GPS tracking devices now. 

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a GPS tool tracker?

GPS tool trackers are small devices designed to monitor the location of tools and equipment. The trackers operate independently, requiring little maintenance and manual checking. 

Why should tradies use a GPS tracker for tools?

Tradies rely on their tools to earn an income. If this equipment is stolen, sourcing replacements can be expensive and time-consuming. GPS tool trackers allow you to monitor the location of your equipment. This added visibility supports faster recovery and coordination with emergency services if your tools are stolen. A tracker can also add peace of mind when leaving tools on-site overnight. 

Can a GPS tool tracker help recover stolen tools?

Yes, GPS trackers for power tools can assist in their recovery if they are stolen. Location data helps owners and authorities pinpoint where equipment has travelled. While recovery isn’t guaranteed, having this information to hand improves the chances of finding stolen tools. 

Will the tracker survive tough worksite conditions?

Yes. Netstar’s GPS tool tracker is designed for use in demanding environments. Its sturdy build and IP68 waterproof rating make it suited for tradies working in dusty, wet or rough conditions.