Capital Equipment News June 2015

FLUID COUPLINGS

All makes and models of UltraShift PLUS may now be specified with the 2-speed axle soft- ware. Production begins in January 2015. The standard UltraShift PLUS warranties, which are dependent on application, remain the same for the newest application expansion to Eaton’s lineup of automated transmissions. All of Eaton’s UltraShift PLUS transmissions feature self-adjusting electronic clutch actua- tion for fast, smooth engagements. Intelligent shift selection software employs grade sensing, weight computation and driver throttle com- mands to make shift decisions for efficient, safe and profitable vehicle performance. Other benefits include: • A Hill Start Aid feature to prevent rolling while on steep grades and allowing for smoother vehicle launches. • Automatic, manual, and low mode selections that offer drivers better control. • A Creep feature for significantly improved maneuverability with continuous low- speed control. • Six- and eight-bolt, as well as thru-shaft, power take off options. • An oil sight glass to easily check fluid levels. Eaton is a power management company with 2014 sales of $22.6 billion. Eaton provides en- ergy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainable. Eaton has approximately 102 000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries. b network connectivity. In the first connectivity option, the Ethernet TCP/IP interface makes it possible to achieve simple and convenient configuration and diagnostics. In addition, the devices can be controlled and configured wirelessly, via Bluetooth, at distances of up to 10 m. In spite of their high quality performance and innovation, the devices are extremely robust. Engineered for operation in tough environ- ments, the housings are impervious to dust build-up, making them ideal for use in harsh industrial applications. Countapulse Controls has over 40 years’ experience in specialist sensing technology and offers reliable, efficient and application appropriate sensing, control and motion de- tection solutions. b

EATON EXPANDS UltraShift ® PLUS Automated Transmission Coverage

P ower management company Eaton has increased the functionality in its lineup of UltraShift ® PLUS automat- ed transmissions with enhancements that allow for compatibility with 2-speed axles. Geared primarily to increase the appeal of UltraShift PLUS among vocational custom- ers, especially dump and heavy haul fleets, the new compatibility provides a cost-sav- ing alternative to torque converter automat- ic transmissions. The new features include enhanced gear re- duction capabilities to maximize on/off road capabilities. In addition, the option allows for T he new Leuze RSL 400 safety laser scanner family incorporates two au- tonomous protective functions in one device, saving end users money while still ensuring quality of performance. Available from Countapulse Controls, the Leuze RSL 400 scanner’s most important feature is that it has two independently ad- justable configurations and two safety-related switching output pairs (OSSDs). Together with an operating range of 8.25 m and a scan- ning angle of 270°, this feature allows two different protection tasks to be performed simultaneously with just the one device. Ger- ry Bryant, managing director of Countapulse Controls, the distributor in southern Africa for Leuze sensors say that this capability means that, in most cases, customers do not need to acquire a second laser scanner, thus re-

the elimination of gear boxes that are typically installed behind an automatic design. The re- sult is lower overall vehicle cost, excellent per- formance and less drive line complexity that typically brings about reduced servicing and maintenance costs. “We are always exploring new ways to expand our breadth of transmission products to best serve the commercial trucking industry,” said Ryan Trzybinski, product planning manager for Eaton. “Fleets that prefer to operate with 2-speed axles now have an attractive trans- mission option to increase their efficiencies and improve performance.” ducing their capital investment. Not only are the scanners easy to set up and configure, but they are extremely easy to operate. Functionality and user friendliness are key attributes of the devices and upgrades can be performed quickly and without electronic and mechanical realignment, readjustment or configuration. “The RSL 400 range of laser scanners rep- resents a drive towards high quality, com- bined with simplicity. The goal is to encour- age customers to embrace these scanners and the advantages they offer in the safety arena. A separate connection unit, with inte- grated cable management, ensures uncom- plicated mounting and the large, plain-text display with electronic spirit level makes alignment simple,” Bryant points out. The Leuze RSL 400 scanners feature integrated

LEUZE RSL 400 LASER SCANNER

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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS JUNE 2015