Case Study: a mechanical subcontractor achieves zero tool loss and 94% of budget with United Rentals' managed tool trailer

mechanical subcontractor cuts tool loss to 0% with United Rentals

A mechanical subcontractor working on a large electric vehicle battery plant project faced the challenge of controlling tool costs and ensuring immediate tool access for up to 500 workers across a vast 1,500-acre site. The subcontractor needed to minimize loss and adapt to unpredictable tool demands. They partnered with United Rentals for a managed tool trailer and tool tracking solution.

United Rentals provided a custom-stocked, Bluetooth-enabled tool trailer system featuring real-time tracking and worker accountability. This solution allowed for consumption management and seamless inventory adjustments. As a result, the subcontractor reduced tool loss to 0% and spent only 94% of its tool budget, setting a new standard for efficiency on the megaproject.