For fleet managers in the HVAC and plumbing industry, “loss prevention” isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a daily battle. High-value tools, equipment, and vehicles are constant targets, and when they vanish, the cost goes far beyond replacement. It disrupts schedules, spikes insurance premiums, and erodes profit margins.

Just ask Superior Mechanical.

With a fleet of over 70 vehicles serving commercial clients for two decades, they knew the risks. But when thieves began targeting their trucks and job sites—stealing everything from specialized tools to a mini excavator—they realized that traditional locks weren’t enough. They needed visibility.

The Power of Real-Time Proof

Superior Mechanical turned to IntelliShift to move from reactive worry to proactive tracking. By tagging their critical assets, they gained instant, real-time visibility into every movement. It wasn’t just about knowing what they had, but knowing exactly where it was at any given second.

The payoff was immediate.

“When our equipment was stolen, IntelliShift helped us track it down and get it back,” said Dottie Depfer, President and Co-founder of Superior Mechanical. “That alone paid for itself many times over.”

From Victim to Victory

The technology didn’t just help them file a report; it helped them solve the crime. Using the tracking data, Superior Mechanical worked with law enforcement to follow the digital breadcrumbs directly to a storage unit. This didn’t just recover their own $80,000 in stolen equipment—it uncovered a larger theft ring.

If you’re managing assets without tracking, you’re relying on luck. Superior Mechanical’s story proves that visibility is the ultimate insurance policy. Today, they tag every asset that leaves the yard, trading guesswork for peace of mind.

Are your high-value assets protected, or are they just locked up?

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