Maintaining Electrical System Control During Unreliable Conditions

The International® Truck Diamond Logic® electrical system

The International® Truck Diamond Logic® electrical system is considered the most advanced in the industry—and for good reason. The Diamond Logic® electrical system streamlines chassis and body equipment integration for more consistent performance and increased protection for both equipment and crew. It’s easy to spec and simplifies the integration process.

Regardless of the application, Diamond Logic is designed to easily integrate chassis and body electrical systems and accommodate an infinite variety of vehicle configuration options. And with Diamond Logic Builder, you can create your own customized features and solutions.

SIMPLIFY AND REDUCE COST OF BODY INSTALLATIONS

– Plug and Play components

– No hardwiring into fuse panels and relay boxes

– No dash disassembly for switch installations

– Integrated lights/buzzers

CLEANER FIT AND FINISH OF INSTALLATIONS

– No need to cut into dash when using switch packs

– Flexible switch locations and switch type

– Integrated backlighting and indicator lights

EQUIPMENT PROTECTION

– PTO interlocks

– Equipment interlocks

– Load shedding

– Theft deterrent

Let’s look at some examples of how Diamond Logic can enhance the safety of your crew and equipment as well as boost the productivity potential of each shift.

 

Various functions, including pre-trip inspections, interlocks, solenoid air packs and equipment status lights, can be programmed to help ensure driver safety and assist in protecting your vehicle.

Boom Hydraulics

Diamond Logic can prevent the transmission from shifting into drive and can illuminate an indicator light until the boom is stowed correctly.

Outriggers

Diamond Logic can control deployment and sense when they are not properly stowed (not letting transmission come out of neutral) and will illuminate an indicator light in the switch pack.

Differential Lock

Diamond Logic can control when the axle differential locks and unlocks depending on road speed, protecting the driveline from damage due to excessive speeds in a locked position.

Solenoid Air Packs

Air can be turned on with a switch in the dash or controlled based on chassis and/or body functions. For example, tailgate air lock in dump applications can be programmed to not unlock unless the truck is driving below a certain speed.

Diamond Logic can boost the efficiency of daily operations with interlocks that make the job easier for the crew. For example, remote body switches on a cement mixer can be programmed to control chutes and water valves – even the buttons on the key fob (on certain models) can be programmed to perform desired tasks.

Pre-Trip Light Inspections

Driver can press a button and all the exterior lights will blink in sequence, allowing daily DOT light inspection with just one person.

Power Take Off Control

Electric control with dash-mounted switch includes audible alarm and indicator light in gauge cluster. This provides safe control of the power take off with multiple interlocks.

Work Light

Diamond Logic can automatically turn the light on or off based on chassis functions (for example, the rear-facing light could be programmed to turn on any time the transmission is in reverse, adding additional lighting) and automatically shut off the light based on a set forward speed.

Power Take Off

Engagement and disengagement can be based on chassis and body conditions (engine speed, road speed, outrigger deployed before boom can raise, park brake set, transmission in neutral, etc.). Certain data links can be used as an interlock, including RPM, MPH, park brake and gear position. In most cases, engine speed can be controlled while using the PTO with no additional wiring needed.

Remote Key Functions

Several International Truck models feature a programmable key fob that allows two Diamond Logic tasks (such as pre-trip light inspection) to be activated with the push of a button.

THE DIAMOND PARTNER PROGRAM

Through our Diamond Partner Program it makes it even easier for our dealers to link to TEMs for easier installation of equipment like Diamond Logic.

Benefits:

Diamond Logic Training: Diamond Logic® electrical system training provided to TEM technicians by International Truck

Spec Review: Cross-functional team will review TEM chassis specifications and make recommendations for the order content

Application Engineering: International application engineer will be assigned to provide ongoing support

Diamond Logic Renewal: Program members will receive automatic renewal of Diamond Logic for uninterrupted system access plus the annual fee for Diamond Logic® Builder programming software is waived

Engine Diagnostics (NEDS): Navistar® Engine Diagnostics Software (NEDS) annual fee is waived

Trade Show Incentives:

• Support money available for every unit displayed in a TEM booth mounted on an International truck chassis

• A professional photo shoot of completed unit, with rights for both parties to use the images in future collateral material

• Requires pre-approval

National Sales Meetings:

• Support money available for sponsorship of the TEM national sales meeting event

• Includes presentation by International corporate staff on key vocational chassis topics

• Requires pre-approval

Joint Customer Events:

• Opportunity to host VIP tour and technical presentation at International’s corporate headquarters in Lisle, IL

• Opportunity to host a joint ride-and-drive event

• Requires pre-approval

 
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