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EQUIPMENT Elevat, a Washington-based supplier of connectivity technology faster, more efficient repairs and maximized machine uptime,
CUMMINS, ELEVÃT COLLABORATE ON IOT CONNECTED
SERVICES
Cummins said.
Elevat Machine Connect is a next-generation IoT platform designed
and software services for real-time asset management, has
to provide diagnostic data, monitoring and performance control
announced a partnership with Cummins Inc. to integrate the
road equipment OEMs and fleet managers to collect and analyze
Cummins Connected Diagnostics application with the Elevat
data to identify usage trends and field-based problems. Elevat
Machine Connect IoT platform. The collaboration is intended to capabilities for off-highway equipment. The system enables off-
enable customers to access diagnostic messages and receive said Machine Connect is the only IoT platform that communicates
real-time alerts for Cummins engines and Elevat’s data in a single seamlessly with all the major component suppliers, giving OEMs the
dashboard. “This collaboration with Cummins enables Elevt to flexibility to apply IoT solutions to their machines.
serve our customers from a whole machine view of diagnostics The partnership between Elevat and Cummins will enable
rather than having them interface with multiple component advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting for major components,
manufacturers,” said Adam Livesay, co-founder, Elevat. “This controllers and human machine interfaces (HMIs) on mobile
simplifies troubleshooting, reduces downtime, increases productivity, equipment to come through a single application.
and optimizes machine availability.” “Working with companies like Elevat allows Cummins to meet
In phase one, Elevat has integrated Cummins Connected industrial customers where they are and makes it easier to get
Diagnostics’ capabilities for Cummins engines, which can be used advice from Cummins remotely 24 hours a day, seven days a
to improve operating performance, boost asset utilization and week,” said Ed Hopkins, Digital Solutions Business leader at Cummins.
uptime, increase efficiency and reduce costs, the company said. “For those Cummins-powered OEMs that choose Elevat as their
The infographic below demonstrates the end-to-end transmission telematics partner, this collaboration between Cummins and Elevat
of data, from the smart component detection all the way through will allow customers to receive real time recommendations as to
to the actionable insights provided to OEMs and fleet managers. the health of the Cummins engines while using the Elevat platform
Cummins Connected Diagnostics wirelessly connects engines to to monitor the machines’ maintenance, uptime and utilization.
enable continuous monitoring and diagnosis of system faults. Site “Keeping the customers’ eyes on one platform for the entire fleet
managers can make more informed decisions on whether to stop and all critical systems on each machine is a more efficient use
machine operation, continue to the end of a shift and determine of fleet managers’ time as opposed to having multiple logins with
how long they have before a critical failure is likely. This allows for different screens to monitor subsystems of a machine.”

DINGLI LAUNCHES LARGE ELECTRIC/HYBRID BOOMS 358V200Ah lithium battery pack, offering automotive-level power
Dingli has launched nine new electric and hybrid models from and efficiency, says the manufacturer.
36m - 44m working height. The new High Metre modular boom The Hybrid option is equipped with a high-capacity lithium battery
series, developed by Dingli’s Germany-based R&D centre, through pack and a universal range extender, allowing the machine to
its part-ownership arrangement with spider specialist Teupen, is regenerate the battery without external power supply.
produced in the China manufacturing facility. The addition of the The Diesel model features a German Deutz engine as standard,
High Metre series now means Dingli’s complete boom range now offering high level rough terrain performance, and a gradeability
covers maximum working heights of 16m to 44m, with all models of up to 45%. Annular Piston PST Clutch F/R Clutch LSD Clutch
suitable for container transport. The newly-launched models are Modular design
available in electric, hybrid or diesel drive, and offer a maximum Designed with a high level of modularity, the series uses the same
454kg capacity in the basket. Further advantages of the series configuration of structural and hydraulic components across all
include its parallel axle system, that with the turn of a key sees the models, allowing greater versatility and compatibility of accessories.
axles extended while the machine is in situ, without driving. This, says Other features include the 240-degree luffing angle of the jib, which
the company, greatly reduces tyre wear and makes axle extension can be hooked back for container transport.
easier in narrow spaces. Offering four steering modes, the models All electronic control software and hardware has been optimised
can be used in four-wheel drive steer, as well as crab-steer and a for maximum safety and performance. The company adds that all
U-turn steering system. Electric versions of all models come with a this leads to a 40% increase in overall efficiency of the machine.

KOHLER DIESEL ENGINES NOW HVO APPROVED IN U.S. The use of HVO in pure or blended form with conventional diesel
Engine and power system supplier Kohler has announced that all of does not require any specific engine modifications or upgrades,
its diesel-fueled engines are now approved for use with hydrotreated said Kohler. However, an exhaust gas aftertreatment system remains Master Cylinder Slave Cylinder Wheel Cylinder PM Valve
vegetable oil (HVO) in the United States in line with the ASTM D975 necessary where already provided.
standard. This follows a February 2022 announcement of approval The announcement of the ability to use HVO in both Europe and the
to use HVO in its diesel engines in Europe per the EN15940 standard. U.S. marks another step toward Kohler’s recently outlined roadmap
HVO is a renewable fuel that can be produced from various for a more sustainable future, the company stated. Alternative fuels
vegetable oils and fats and is a 100% recycled product. It can are among the new pillars of the strategy, which emphasizes the use
result in up to a 90% reduction in CO2 output depending on the raw of technologies to guide the company toward the green transition
material used in production. In addition, its very low sulphur content without losing sight of OEM needs and keeping engine performance
can benefit engine exhaust emissions. high for maximum machine productivity.

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