Immobiliser for JCB Contractor

Standard specification on JCB's 3CX Contractor now includes a Home Office-approved electronic immobiliser. In addition, JCB Insurance Services is offering a 30% discount on premiums for the model.
The Plantguard immobiliser overcomes the biggest security problem of a single key fitting all machines. Within the Plantguard key is an electronic chip which contains a unique personal identification number - meaning only an authorised operator can start the machine's engine.
Estimates by the Plant Theft Action Group (PTAG) put the loss of construction machinery at £100m per year. PTAG chairman Kevin Clancy said: "We are delighted to see JCB taking this positive step forward to help reduce crime in the sector."
JCB selected the Contractor for the immobiliser as the model is aimed at owner-operators. The immobiliser is an option on other 3CX and 4CX machines.
The company is looking at ways to adapt the system to meet the needs of the plant hirer who favour the "one key fits all" approach.