Cummins offers mobile app for Connected Diagnostics, releases additional news
Cummins announced the release of its Connected Diagnostics mobile app, which provides the expert guidance and actionable information of Connected Diagnostics delivered directly to a customer's mobile phone. The mobile app operates with both Apple and Android operating systems, and is available to registered commercial users of Connected Diagnostics.
The Connected Diagnostics mobile app complements Cummins fault monitoring application by providing features such as a status page listing the customer's connected equipment, and is organized by the engine system's current fault code status. A convenient count reference displayed on each status tab provides current information on overall fleet health at a glance.
Intuitive navigation readily displays the complete Connected Diagnostics fault notification report, including a derate notification banner, prioritized fault codes and the suggested root cause of the fault. Hyperlinks are provided to the nearest Cummins service location and Cummins Care contact information in order to enable convenient and rapid connection to certified Cummins engine support. Search capability and equipment activity status based upon telematics connectivity further enhance the value of the app.
"Our aim was to design a mobile app that was easy to use while providing the power of genuine Cummins information and expert guidance to our customers," said John Malina, executive director of product connectivity. "The Connected Diagnostics mobile app delivers this and more by categorizing and displaying all registered equipment by fault. This app supports Cummins goal to build value, reduce downtime and increase customer productivity through the power of Cummins."
The mobile Connected Diagnostics app is available only to active Connected Diagnostics customers.
Cummins announces INLINE 7 service tool
Cummins also announced the release of INLINE 7, a wired and wireless datalink adapter. INLINE 7 is the only adapter offering Wi-Fi(R) and Bluetooth wireless connectivity while also providing traditional wired functionality via USB. INLINE 7 is fully compliant with the Technology and Maintenance Council's RP1210 standard, and supports three simultaneous CAN connections and 250K, 500K and 1M baud rates. INLINE 7 also supports several other protocols such as J1708, J1587, ISO 15765 and ISO 9141 (K and L lines).
Cummins new INLINE 7 adapter has a faster processor, more robust algorithms, larger memory buffers and more sophisticated filtering than previous models, while simultaneously accessing multiple vehicle data channels. The INLINE 7 is designed for compatibility with current and future mobile and PC applications.
"The INLINE 7 datalink adapter redefines connectivity, and is a key enabler for improving productivity and efficiency of service events for shop operations. We are excited to offer a product with the technology required for future diagnostic apps," said Ryan Kikendall, director of service event solutions, Cummins Inc.
Cummins expands fuel-efficient ISX15 400-475hp ratings portfolio to deliver up to 1,850 ft/lbs of torque
Cummins Inc. is releasing three ISX15 ratings ideal for premium fleets or performance-oriented linehaul applications. The 475hp, 450hp and 400hp ratings with 1,850 ft/lbs of torque will provide an optimal blend of performance and fuel efficiency for high-load applications or fleets that frequently encounter mountainous terrains and require strong pulling power.
The fuel-efficient ratings build upon the class-leading low-end torque that is readily available at 1,000 rpm. Customers who traditionally opted for a 485hp or 500hp rating to access 1,850 ft/lbs of torque can now benefit from the superior fuel economy of operating at a lower rpm while satisfying performance expectations.
"Cummins has further optimized the 400-475hp ISX15 ratings to address the needs of performance-oriented fleets and owner-operators while maintaining productivity and achieving better fuel economy" said Brett Merritt, executive director, On-Highway Business. "Our ISX15 continues to deliver superior fuel economy and performance, and hence remains the top choice for the North American heavy duty market."
Customers that typically operate in high-load conditions (gross combined vehicle weight over 80,000 lbs) or in mountainous terrains, and want to achieve better fuel economy should consider the 1,850 ft/lb torque ratings. Customers that typically operate in light-load conditions (GCVW below 80,000 lb) or in hilly or flat terrains with achieving maximum fuel economy as an operational goal, should continue to use ISX15 SmartTorque ratings with up to 1,750 ft/lbs of torque.
The new 1,850 ft/lb torque ratings are perfect to pair with manual and automated manual transmissions (AMTs) to harvest the benefit of gearing faster to operate at a lower rpm. Cummins offers electronic features designed to modulate torque ramp-up and vehicle acceleration through the lower side of the gear box, and to assist the driver in low-speed maneuvering. These features include Powertrain Protection, Vehicle Acceleration Management (VAM) and a new feature to be available in April called Smart-Acceleration. With Smart-Acceleration enabled, the Cummins ISX15 modulates the amount of commanded fueling, to control the torque ramp-up rate to a customer-defined threshold in specific gears.
