Overview
When creating new equipment in BusyBusy, you can now define the equipment type to improve tracking and organization. This guide walks you through how to select an equipment type when creating new equipment and how to edit an existing equipment type (Web only).
Equipment Type Options
When adding new equipment, you must select one of three equipment types:
Equipment – Large machines or vehicles that typically require an operator. This is the only type with hour meter support.
Tools – Medium to small items that do not require an operator.
Attachments – Items that are tracked as add-ons and are dependent on other tools or equipment.
Selecting an Equipment Type When Creating Equipment
On Web
Navigate to Equipment from the main menu.
Click Create to add a new equipment item.
Enter the equipment name.
In the Type dropdown, select one of the following:
Equipment
Tools
Attachments
Complete the remaining fields as needed.
Click Create to save the new equipment item.
On Mobile (iOS & Android)
Navigate to Equipment from the main menu.
Tap the + (plus) button to create a new equipment item.
Enter the equipment name.
Select the Equipment Type:
Equipment
Tools
Attachments
Complete the remaining fields as needed.
Tap Save to finalize the new equipment item.
Editing an Existing Equipment Type
On Web
Navigate to the Management List in the main menu.
Click Equipment to open the list of existing equipment.
Select the item you wish to update.
Click the Type field and choose the desired type (Equipment, Tools, or Attachments).
Click Save to apply the changes.
On Mobile
Editing an equipment type is not available on mobile. Please follow the steps above to update an equipment type on Web.
Important Notes
The selected equipment type determines tracking capabilities. Only Equipment supports hour meters.
Attachments must be assigned to another piece of equipment or a tool.
You cannot edit an existing equipment type on mobile—this action must be performed on Web.