Geofencing creates virtual boundaries around specific locations, sending instant alerts when tracked assets enter or leave designated areas. Rastrac’s geofencing feature helps construction companies, municipalities, and fleet operators prevent theft, monitor unauthorized use, and ensure equipment stays within approved work zones.
Setting up geofences in Rastrac takes just a few minutes and provides 24/7 protection for valuable assets. The process works through your web dashboard and activates immediately across all compatible GPS devices.
Log into your Rastrac dashboard at rastrac.net/rtds and navigate to the Map screen. From here, you’ll see the main interface where all your tracked assets appear in real-time.
The geofencing tools are located within the Map section, making it easy to visually create boundaries around specific locations while viewing your equipment positions.
From the Map screen, click on the “Geofences” tab located in the upper navigation area. This opens the geofencing management panel where you can create, edit, and monitor all virtual boundaries.
Select from multiple boundary options:
Configure notification settings for each geofence:
Once created, geofences activate immediately. Your GPS devices begin monitoring boundary crossings in real-time, generating alerts within seconds of unexpected movement.
The system tracks all boundary events, creating a detailed log accessible through your dashboard. This documentation proves valuable for insurance claims, theft recovery, and operational analysis.
Rastrac allows unlimited geofences per tracked item. Equipment can simultaneously monitor job site boundaries, storage facility perimeters, and restricted zones — each with customized alert settings.
Geofencing data integrates with Rastrac’s broader fleet management platform. View boundary events alongside utilization reports, maintenance schedules, and driver behavior data for comprehensive asset oversight.
Create and modify geofences directly from the Rastrac mobile app. Field supervisors can establish temporary work zones or adjust boundaries without accessing a computer.
Q: How accurate are Rastrac geofences and what’s the typical alert delay?
A: Rastrac geofences maintain accuracy within 3-5 meters under normal GPS conditions. Alert notifications typically arrive within 30-60 seconds of a boundary crossing, depending on device reporting intervals and cellular connectivity.
Q: Can you set different geofences for different times of day?
A: Yes — Rastrac allows time-based geofencing where boundaries activate only during specified hours. This prevents false alerts when equipment legitimately moves during off-hours while maintaining protection during vulnerable periods.
Q: What happens if GPS signal is lost inside a geofence?
A: If GPS signal is temporarily lost, the system maintains the asset’s last known position. When signal returns, any boundary crossings that occurred during the outage trigger alerts based on the new position data.
Q: How many geofences can you create per account?
A: Rastrac places no limits on geofence quantity. Create unlimited boundaries across all tracked assets, each with customized alert settings and notification preferences.
Q: Can geofences integrate with third-party fleet management systems?
A: Yes — Rastrac’s open API allows geofencing data to flow into external fleet management, ERP, or dispatch systems. Real-time boundary events can trigger automated workflows in connected platforms.
See how Rastrac’s geofencing works with your specific fleet. Our team can demonstrate the setup process and help configure alerts for maximum protection.
