CAN bus in the Forestry Industry
For over 20 years FlexWare have developed and maintained firmware and hardware for forestry machines using J1939 CAN bus systems.
Client Background & Requirements
Our client manufactures machinery in the forestry industry requiring robust and efficient machine control, often operating in extreme environments.
The client continuously improves and enhances the automation and monitoring capabilities of their machinery.
They leverage SAE J1939 CAN, an industry-standard communication protocol for vehicle networks, to integrate effectively with heavy duty carriers, to streamline communication and improve efficiency between various electronic control units in the system.
Challenges Faced
Harsh Operating Conditions: Machinery operates in muddy, wet, and uneven terrain, demanding highly durable vibration resistant ECUs (electronic control units).
Machine Downtime: Unscheduled maintenance causes significant production losses leaving expensive assets unproductive.
FlexWare Provided
Our robust control firmware is used in every forested corner of the world in the most challenging environments
High quality remote machine diagnostics to lead technicians directly to damaged componentry
Continuous improvement and feature development meets the customer’s developing requirements and appetite©JVJ for data
Accurate data and machine metrics provided remotely to stakeholders and operation managers
