Electronic Control
Systems for Vehicles
and Mobile Equipment
Connect Input, Logic, Power and Function in One System
HED helps OEMs design rugged electronic control systems that bring displays, keypads, controllers, I/O modules, power distribution, sensors, and vehicle or equipment functions together into one scalable architecture for construction, vocational, and military applications.
From the operator interface to the control logic managing hydraulic systems, body equipment, mission functions, power loads, drivetrain interfaces, and safety interlocks, HED provides the electronic foundation to make complex mobile platforms easier to control, integrate, and scale.
Controls Built Around the Way Your Equipment Works
Modern mobile equipment depends on more than individual components. Operator inputs, control logic, power delivery, network communication, and vehicle or equipment functions all need to work together reliably in demanding environments.
HED designs electronic control systems around the full platform architecture—helping OEM engineering teams reduce complexity, streamline integration, and create a consistent, coordinated electronic control approach across vehicle and equipment models.
Operator Input
Machine Logic
Controllers and I/O modules collect inputs, process application logic, and command outputs for critical vehicle, equipment, and mission-related functions.
Power Distribution
Protected power distribution modules help simplify wiring, manage electrical loads, and deliver reliable power across platform subsystems.
Vehicle and Equipment Functions
The system connects hydraulics, body equipment, work tools, auxiliary outputs, lighting, drivetrain interfaces, sensors, safety interlocks, and mission-specific functions into one controlled platform.
CAN/J1939 Network
A unified communication network connects displays, keypads, controllers, modules, sensors, and subsystems so each part of the vehicle or equipment platform can operate as part of one coordinated system.
Designed for Demanding Mobile Equipment Environments
Construction equipment, vocational vehicles, and military platforms operate in vibration, moisture, dust, temperature extremes, high-duty-cycle conditions, and mission-critical environments. HED control system components are built for rugged mobile applications and engineered to support reliable performance where downtime is costly.
By designing the system as an integrated architecture, OEMs can improve electrical reliability, simplify serviceability, and support consistent behavior across platforms and applications.
Bringing the Architecture Together with Rugged Products
HED controllers, displays, and keypads are not standalone parts added at the end of a design. They are building blocks within a coordinated electronic control architecture—helping OEM teams connect operator input, machine logic, CAN/J1939 communication, diagnostics, and controlled functions in a way that supports the full platform.
Controllers
HED controllers provide the control logic and I/O flexibility needed to monitor inputs, process application rules, and command outputs across mobile equipment functions. They help reduce wiring complexity, support distributed control, and give OEMs a rugged electronic foundation for hydraulics, body equipment, work tools, lighting, sensors, and safety-related functions.
Displays
HED displays give operators a clear view into machine status, diagnostics, alerts, and application-specific information. As part of the system architecture, displays help turn network data into actionable feedback—supporting better operator awareness, faster troubleshooting, and more consistent control across equipment platforms.
Keypads
HED CAN keypads provide a rugged, configurable operator interface for commands, status indicators, and machine functions. With programmable LEDs, customizable icons, and CAN-based communication, keypads help OEMs replace complex hardwired panels with a cleaner, more flexible interface that fits the overall control system.
Scalable Across Equipment Platforms
Whether you are developing construction equipment, vocational work vehicles, military vehicles, or mobile support equipment, HED helps create control architectures that can scale across platform families.
A platform-based approach allows engineering teams to reuse proven control strategies, reduce redesign work, and support future options, configurations, feature packages, and technology upgrades.
Support From Concept Through Production
HED works with OEM teams to define the control architecture, select the right hardware, support application development, and help validate the system for production-ready performance.
Our team helps connect the pieces—from operator interface and control logic to power distribution, communication networks, and controlled outputs—so your electronic system is built around how the vehicle or equipment actually works.
Ready to Simplify Your Machine Control Architecture?
Work with HED to connect operator input, platform logic, power distribution, communication networks, and controlled functions into one coordinated electronic control system.