In the world of heavy equipment, operators work long and hard hours. It’s important that companies know the status of their equipment to ensure that units stay ready to go and operators are safe.
One approach is employing a controller area network (CANbus), which provides a low-cost, durable network that enables communication between electronic control units. ECUs are devices or parts of a vehicle’s body that control a specific function.
CANbus can log hours, collect any errors or troubleshooting info, and provide ample feedback to the operator. Users can access information on when it’s time for a repair or simply look at
