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How Is A Micro Switch Used?

How Is A Micro Switch Used?

12 August 2021
Electrical switches
Articulated wheel loaders
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Telehandlers
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A micro switch, or a miniature snap-action switch, is an electronic device used to make or break the flow of electric currents. A micro switch typically contains an actuating plunger that travels a...
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When You Should Replace Your Alternator

When You Should Replace Your Alternator

12 August 2021
Electrical components
Articulated wheel loaders
Container handling equipment
Forklifts
Ground support equipment
Industrial floor scrubbers
Industrial floor sweepers
Mobile elevating work platforms
Narrow-aisle forklifts
Personnel & burden carriers
Sideloaders
Small earth-moving equipment
Telehandlers
Tractors
Truck-mounted forklifts
The alternator is a vital component of your equipment's electrical system, however, knowing when to replace it can be difficult. Typically, there are signs when your alternator is starting to fail...
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CALIBRATING, PROGRAMMING, INSTALLING

CALIBRATING, PROGRAMMING, INSTALLING

04 August 2021
Electrical components
Articulated wheel loaders
Container handling equipment
Forklifts
Ground support equipment
Industrial floor scrubbers
Industrial floor sweepers
Mobile elevating work platforms
Narrow-aisle forklifts
Personnel & burden carriers
Sideloaders
Small earth-moving equipment
Telehandlers
Tractors
Truck-mounted forklifts
Replacing an electronic component can be a real hassle at times. Not to worry though, we’re here to help. If you’re lucky, the new electronic component you need to install is plug & play. This means...
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How to discharge your lead-acid batteries

How to discharge your lead-acid batteries

03 August 2021
Articulated wheel loaders
Container handling equipment
Forklifts
Ground support equipment
Industrial floor scrubbers
Industrial floor sweepers
Mobile elevating work platforms
Narrow-aisle forklifts
Personnel & burden carriers
Sideloaders
Small earth-moving equipment
Telehandlers
Tractors
Truck-mounted forklifts
A lead-acid battery is the most expensive part of your equipment. Making sure it’s in good condition is not just important for keeping your equipment functioning properly - it can also save you lots...
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Printed circuit boards: get to know the brains of your machine

Printed circuit boards: get to know the brains of your machine

10 August 2020
Printboards & controllers
Articulated wheel loaders
Container handling equipment
Forklifts
Ground support equipment
Industrial floor scrubbers
Industrial floor sweepers
Mobile elevating work platforms
Narrow-aisle forklifts
Personnel & burden carriers
Sideloaders
Small earth-moving equipment
Tail lifts
Telehandlers
Tractors
Truck-mounted forklifts
Have you ever wondered how your machine knows exactly what to do when you press a button? It’s all made possible by printed circuit boards (PCB) inside the motor controller, dashboard, engine control unit (ECU), joystick ... Read on to learn more.
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