Gaia SmartSite Energy to Debut at PlantWorx 2025
It’s not every day that something genuinely disruptive takes centre stage at a construction event, but when the Gaia Group bring both DataMate and AutoMate® to PlantWorx 2025 for the first time, the industry can expect more than just a product launch, it’s a glimpse into the future of sustainable site power.
Intelligent Energy Management in Action
PlantWorx 2025, the UK’s largest working construction equipment show, is set to showcase cutting-edge innovations in sustainability, automation, and smart control systems. It’s the perfect setting for Gaia Group’s debut.
Their twin solutions, DataMate and AutoMate, are designed to change how temporary site power is managed, monitored, and optimised.
Both systems use compact hardware installed next to each cabin or bay’s distribution board. These units form a self-healing mesh network, pinpoint location via GPS, and detect movement around the site. The result is a site power network that’s responsive, connected, and efficient.
From Monitoring to Full Optimisation
DataMate is the ideal starting point for smaller sites or trial projects. It provides real-time monitoring of electricity, CO₂, fuel, and water usage, with automated reporting and insightful analytics.
AutoMate® takes things further by adding advanced energy optimisation, guaranteeing 50% savings on energy and CO₂ with cost-neutral assurance. Upgrading from DataMate to AutoMate is immediate, giving site managers the flexibility to scale up with zero disruption.
Real-World Results
AutoMate’s benefits are tangible:
- Cabins are energised only when people are present.
- Intelligent load balancing means generators can be reduced in size by up to 50%.
- A standard 6–8 cabin setup can save around £300 a week in fuel costs.
- CO₂ emissions can be reduced by up to 80%.
Operators also get access to live dashboards that track fuel consumption, emissions, air quality, and noise levels – providing the data needed to meet environmental targets and simplify logistics.
A Win for Contractors and Hire Companies
For contractors and equipment hire firms, both DataMate and AutoMate offer solutions that boost efficiency, cut environmental impact, and reduce operational costs – all without adding complexity for site teams.
This combination of sustainability and simplicity makes the systems appealing across a range of project types.
Recognised Innovation
Gaia’s innovation has already been recognised, with AutoMate shortlisted for a PlantWorx Innovation Award.
The accolade highlights the system’s potential to lead the industry towards smarter, greener, and more cost-effective ways of working.
Why Now?
The timing couldn’t be better. The construction sector is under mounting pressure to cut emissions, improve efficiency, and embrace digital transformation.
Intelligent site energy management ticks all these boxes, and Gaia’s arrival at PlantWorx 2025 puts these solutions directly in front of decision-makers looking for practical, proven answers.
See It in Action
Visitors to PlantWorx 2025 can experience AutoMate and DataMate in action at stand RA-01 from 23–25 September at Newark Showground.
With live demonstrations and the opportunity to speak directly with the Gaia team, it’s a chance to see how these technologies could fit into real-world projects.
Powering a Sustainable Future
Gaia Group’s first appearance at PlantWorx is more than just an exhibition debut – it’s a clear statement about where the future of site power is heading.
For an industry seeking smarter, cleaner, and more efficient solutions, DataMate and AutoMate could well become essential tools in the construction sustainability toolkit.
