Frequently Asked Questions

This varies based on our devices.

For any device that relies on connecting with satellites in space, the safe assumption is no, they will not operate under such conditions. Because of this reliance on satellites in space, most Geoforce devices are designed to operate with a consistent view of the sky. As such, they are typically used to track equipment and vehicles that primarily operate outdoors.

For our cellular connecting devices some include indoor proximity capabilities and occasionally we have had customers utilize our GPS devices while operating inside of buildings (especially those with windows or skylights).

The bottom line is that this functionality is not something we can promise with all devices and you should not count on indoor operation for most of our offerings. If this is a requirement for you, please contact us for more information on what we have available to meet your needs.

Geoforce has invested heavily in designing, developing and manufacturing extremely rugged tracking devices that are purpose-built for the often harsh and extreme conditions of field operations. Options for tamper proofing include a stainless steel base plate that can be used for welding your GT-series device to an asset, a stainless steel bezel that provides extra protection, and industrial-grade VHB tape that would require a wire saw for removal. While these options help with tamper proofing, as with any standalone item, there are certainly methods by which a device can be tampered with if a person truly wants to do so.

As you have likely experienced with many consumer electronic devices today, there is no single or simple answer to the question, “How long will the battery last?” There are a variety of factors that impact the answer to this question. For example, the outdoor temperature experienced by the device over its life can impact battery performance. Cold or hot weather exposure will exhaust batteries more quickly than moderate temperatures. In addition, compared to devices with obstructed sky-views, devices with a more ideal direct sky-view will consume less power trying to search for a GPS signal / fix and will therefore experience longer battery life. Lastly, there are more than 100 components in our devices, each with a manufacturing tolerance that allows it to operate slightly differently. All of these factors contribute to a wide range of “normal” battery life for a given profile.

Battery life estimates for our battery-powered devices can be found in the specifications sections of their respective product pages. Devices that are wired into a power source (i.e. the AT4 Cellular Equipment Tracker, GO Advanced Vehicle Tracker, and VT1 Cellular Vehicle Tracker), do not generally have battery life indications that matter, as they draw their power from the underlying asset or vehicle.

Geoforce provides a standard one year manufacturers warranty that states all tracking devices will be free of defects in materials and workmanship when installed, operated, and serviced in strict accordance with Geoforce’s and the manufacturer’s requirements. The warranty does not cover devices that have been tampered with, serviced without Geoforce’s authorization, lost, stolen, or subject to abuse, misuse, neglect or hostile operating environments. An extended 3 year warranty is also available at an additional cost.

Geoforce will work with you to understand if the solutions we offer fit your business use case requirements. If beneficial, Geoforce is more than willing to work with you on a trial or demo evaluation process once we understand your specific success criteria.

Geoforce provides extensive technical support and services that includes device installation and deployment services, initial and ongoing training and configuration services, and help desk support to all customers. Numerous training videos are also available to customers. To learn more, visit the Services section of our site.

Geoforce employs a field services organization that provides hands-on device installation support and troubleshooting services to many of our customers. By utilizing the services of our highly trained field services technicians, customers can reduce the time required to deploy Geoforce solutions, which leads to faster time to value.

Your subscription includes satellite or cellular network access, connectivity and messages, along with unlimited access to Geoforce’s web-based Cloud Services or software application.

No. The Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Baseplate (SKU: GTXK-BASEPLATE) is only compatible with the Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Mounting Bezel (GTXK-BEZEL-SS), not the Commercial Duty Reinforced Plastic Mounting Bezel (GTXK-BEZEL-RP).