b'26 ATLAIRFIELD MAINTENANCEThe airport continues to benefit from theContinuous Improvementability to update its assets within the ALISTechnology within the wrenches themselves has improved since program. Being the busiest airport in theALIS was initially added at ATL in 2021. Previously, the wrenches world, the airport is constantly growing andhad to connect to a power-train control module, which was wireless changing, so keeping up with and updatingbut required power from a truck to function. The power-train control the system poses the biggest challenge,module would then connect to an iPad, which connected via Bluetooth comments Nick Bius, superintendent withto technicians phones. Wrenches therefore needed to stay close to a Brooks Berry Haynie & Associates. One ofNICK BIUS power-train control module, and loss of connection was common.the greatest opportunities of the system is the ability to make these changes in real time. ADB SAFEGATE has since integrated Bluetooth chips directly into the wrenches, eliminating the need for a power-train control Taxiways recently added to ATLs airfield are currently beingmodule. The wrenches pair directly with technicians phones via added to the system dashboard.Bluetooth and can work offline without a cellular connection. This Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), another ALISsimplifies the system, reduces the risk of losing connections and customer, uses the system to help manage contractors working onremoves the need to keep a truck nearby. ADB SAFEGATE has airfield projects. Previously, crews did not always document boltupgraded all the wrenches at U.S. airports to this new system, torque information when installing light fixtures on runways, taxiwaysretrofitting existing tools to ensure everyone benefits from the and aprons. Now, DFW requires contractors to use a wrench thatstreamlined setup, says Rosengarten.is compatible with ALIS to properly torque all bolts, and associatedLooking ahead, the company is beginning to deploy smart information is automatically recorded.fixtures at some airports. These fixtures have advanced capabilities, Using the ALIS dashboard, the airport can also verify worksuch as detecting LED outages, verifying alignment and monitoring performed by outside contractors. The dashboard provides atemperature and pressure. The pressure readings are particularly detailed view of each fixtures status, including how many havevaluable, as they can help identify leaks in sealed fixtures. Data been properly torqued out of the total number for a projectgivingfrom the smart fixtures is integrated into ALIS, where users can the airport a real-time glimpse of each contractors progress. Thisreceive alerts about specific issues, such as fixture leaks. This allows ATL to address issues before the final project sign-off.allows proactive maintenance and early replacement of faulty components before more significant, costlier issues arise. Beyond BoltsAlthough it was initially developed for bolt torquing, the ALIS system has evolved to track Boost Parking Space Usage and record maintenance for other assets, such as regulators and airfield signage. Essentially, for Increased Revenue Generationit acts as an electronic logbook that allows airports to review and analyze data over time. Combine digital wayfinding signage and camera based M5Maintenance teams can use the system to smart-sensors, with LED lights indicating space availability, schedule replacements or set up preventive to maximize garage efficiency for higher profitability. Learnmaintenance tasks, such as checking signage more about an Automated Parking Guidance System today! for faded panels once or twice a year. Similarly, ALIS can document and help manage fixed assets. For instance, users can log the location and details of each manhole, including photos. When field technicians need to access a manhole, they have all necessary information readily available. Integration With Other SystemsRosengarten notes that the ALIS system is not meant to replace or compete with airport-wide asset management systems such as Maximo or Cityworks. Instead, it is designed to complement them by focusing specifically on airside maintenance. Because ALIS has an open application programming interface, it can integrate withparkassist.comOctober 2024AirportImprovement.com'