Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTD) Input Modules are sensors that measure temperature changes as resistance changes. It converts resistance changes from the sensor into temperature information, while providing accurate signal conversion and data transmission across off-highway and industrial equipment. They are built for the harsh environments across applications in the off-highway and industrial equipment. Key Performance…
How Modular Electronics Simplify System Architecture for OEMs
March 4, 2026
With fast-evolving electronics in the OEM market, many companies face pressure to design and simplify products that are flexible, energy efficient, easily scalable and market ready. When faced with challenges in limiting flexibility in electrical designs, many companies work to maintain the same design while implementing new functionality. Understanding Modular Electronics Modular electronics are devices…
Using Inclinometers for Real-Time Orientation Monitoring in Industrial Vehicles
February 3, 2026
Inclinometer sensors provide real-time, high precision, angle range and accuracy for a compact and space-saving design. It offers an impressive angle range and accuracy with improved shock and vibration resistance. Furthermore, The J1939 can be configured in various mounting positions and has a compact, space-saving design for easy use. Various applications rely on the J1939…
How Output Modules Simplify Distributed Control in Off-Highway Equipment
January 16, 2026
Output modules provide high quality distributed control systems that ensure smarter and more modular actuation across complex vehicle systems. Our vehicle output modules are digital systems that can be configured and customized to ensure accurate communication between the line of network and transferring of data, while maintaining the power loads and overall control of a…
How CAN I/O Modules Fit into Modern Vehicle Networks
November 17, 2025
What is a CAN I/O Module? CAN I/O Module is a digital sourcing system that can be configured and customized to ensure a smooth communication between the line of network and transferring of data, while maintaining the power loads and the overall control of a system. How CAN Bus I/O Modules Works in Modern Vehicles…
Core Electronic Components Used in Heavy-Duty Vehicle Systems
October 31, 2025
Core Electronic in Heavy-Duty Vehicle Systems SMP Engineered Solutions is a leading provider of customized solutions for heavy-duty vehicle control and thermal management products. We offer a diverse line of advanced OEM automotive sensors for applications such as control modules, sensors, power distribution units and thermal management devices. The importance of an electronic component’s main…
CAN Bus Splitter vs. T-Connector: What’s the Difference and When to Use Each
September 11, 2025
CAN Bus Splitter and T-Connectors are used across many industries and applications, although they are often used interchangeably, it’s important to know that they each have their own primary function and purpose. We will be exploring the difference between CAN Bus Splitter and T-Connector and when to use each. At SMP Engineered Solutions, we help…
Understanding the Integration of Electric Control Systems with CAN Networks
August 25, 2025
The integration of electronic control systems facilitates a quick and accurate exchange of communication to enhance the function and performance of systems and subsystems in a vehicle without complex wiring. Electronic control systems with CAN networks enhance functionality and performance in various applications, such as industrial automation and heavy-duty vehicles. How It Works The network…
How Electronics Controls Systems Improve Efficiency in Off-Highway and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
August 12, 2025
Electronics Control Systems help improve efficiency in off-highway and heavy-duty vehicles while optimizing engine performance, enhance fuel efficiency and operational reliability. All of our control systems are designed for faster signal transmission, it is tough and robust, has excellent error detection capabilities, is reliable and was built to withstand any environmental conditions. Key applications such…
Signs of Coil Failure and What It Means for Engine Systems
June 30, 2025
Ignition coils are used in engine systems to increase a system’s battery voltage, which provides sufficient power to set off the spark plugs, ignite an engine’s air-fuel mixture and start the engine. High-performance vehicles utilize ignition coils to facilitate efficient, strong spark transmittal and optimize power generation. Ignition coils are crucial for an engine to…