Collaboration and open innovation

“The ProLink software would allow a customer to turn that function on or off, but also allow he or she to set the rpm threshold where that stall prevention would kick in.”

For Airport Technologies, the smart clutch is invaluable. “The PT Tech clutch is monitored electronically so that if the oil supply is low, it won’t engage; if there isn’t enough pressure, it won’t engage. If there is a problem with the clutch, it won’t engage. If the operator misses a warning code or alarm, the clutch will avoid putting itself in harm’s way,” says Smith.

In the end, open innovation allowed PT Tech to work effectively with Rj Link to deliver exactly what the customer needed in the time frame given.