Case Study: Strike’s Device-Specific Charging Docks for Heavy Vehicle Compliance with Logmaster

Logmaster, Australia’s leading provider of NHVR accredited electronic work diary systems, supports heavy vehicle operators in complying with strict regulatory requirements. These regulations, governed by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) and Western Australian Heavy Vehicle Accreditation (WAHVA), manage the monitoring of driver fatigue and maintain electronic work diaries (EWDs) to ensure road safety and operational compliance.

Heavy vehicle drivers and operators must adhere to strict regulations, including keeping electronic work diaries up-to-date and easily accessible while ensuring that devices used for this purpose are reliably powered throughout the journey. Unstable or uncharged devices can lead to driver access issues, putting drivers and companies at risk of legal and compliance penalties.

Logmaster identified the need for robust in-vehicle solutions that would maintain uninterrupted power to mobile tablets, supporting the use of their application to comply with national regulations. They sought a partner to provide device-specific, secure charging and mounting solutions that would stand up to the challenging environment of heavy vehicles.

Strike, a leader in mobile accessory enhancements, collaborated with Logmaster to offer custom-built, device-specific charging docks. These docks are purposefully designed for rugged environments and are installed in heavy vehicles to ensure constant power supply and adherence to legal requirements.

Key features of Strike’s charging docks include:

• Device-specific design: Ensuring compatibility with different mobile devices used in the field.

• Rugged construction: Built to withstand harsh conditions typically experienced in heavy vehicle operations.

• Continuous power supply: Providing uninterrupted charging for electronic work diaries, ensuring that critical compliance data is always accessible.

• Secure mounting: Offering in-vehicle mounted docks that remain secure during transportation, preventing any disruptions in device function.

These custom docks enhance Logmaster's software's functionality and provide a key solution for compliance with NHVR and WAHVA regulations.

According to Josh from Logmaster Australia, “I offer Strike products to my clients in the transport industry because they’re reliable, well made, easy to install and they enhance the driver experience while using Logmasters EWD on tablets and mobile phones. The docks give drivers confidence that their devices will stay easily visible, powered and compliant, which is crucial in this industry.”

Josh also emphasised the ease of working with Strike, stating “They’re also quick to respond and make my life easier with their support team. Knowing I can rely on them to support our team working with large fleet orders makes a big difference.”

By integrating Strike’s in-vehicle charging docks, Logmaster clients have reported:

• Improved compliance: Devices stay powered, ensuring that electronic work diaries remain up-to-date.

• Increased operational efficiency: Keeping devices securely mounted and charged minimises downtime and helps drivers focus on their primary tasks.

• Enhanced safety and reliability: Drivers and fleet operators can be confident that they meet all legal requirements related to in-vehicle device use.

• Visibility: Drivers are happy that they can easily see the info on the tablet while driving and the mount sits still and firm even on harsh roads where vibration becomes an issue with other products.

With Strike’s innovative, rugged docks, Logmaster has been able to enhance its offering to the heavy vehicle industry, further ensuring compliance with NHVR and WAHVA standards.

Strike’s charging docks provide a reliable, compliant solution for Logmaster clients, ensuring that heavy vehicle operators remain powered, safe, and in adherence to key regulations. This partnership exemplifies how tailored, rugged solutions can address industry-specific challenges, offering value through innovation and compliance support.