What is the feature of Kobelco's battery-powered hydraulic excavator?

It is a next-generation zero-emission excavator powered by batteries, contributing to decarbonization at construction sites.

Why did Kobelco adopt Vector's tools?

To streamline measurement and analysis of temperature, voltage, and CAN bus data during real-world testing and accelerate development.

What are the roles of CANape and CSM measurement modules?

CANape collects and analyzes CAN bus data, while CSM modules measure physical parameters like temperature and voltage with high precision.

Can this technology be applied to other construction machinery manufacturers?

Yes, it addresses common development challenges in the industry's shift toward electrification and digitalization.

What is Vector Japan's main business?

It provides network development tools such as CAN and automotive Ethernet for embedded systems in automotive and construction machinery.

Vector Japan Releases New Case Study: Kobelco Construction Machinery Enhances Real-World Testing of Battery-Powered Hydraulic Excavators

Published Jul 14, 2026 10:00 PM ・ Updated Jul 15, 2026 12:56 AM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Kobelco Construction Machinery has adopted Vector's CANape and CSM measurement modules to streamline real-world testing of its battery-powered hydraulic excavators, significantly improving efficiency in data acquisition and analysis.

Kobelco Construction Machinery's Battery-Powered Hydraulic Excavator Development

Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (hereinafter 'Kobelco'), a manufacturer of hydraulic excavators and crawler cranes, is advancing the development of battery-powered hydraulic excavators with zero CO2 emissions. As part of this initiative, the company has introduced Vector's CANape software and CSM measurement modules for testing around the working components (boom, arm, bucket). This integration has significantly enhanced the efficiency of measuring and analyzing temperature, voltage, and CAN bus data.

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About Vector Japan K.K.

Vector Japan is a leading provider of software tools and embedded components for developing electronic systems and building various networks, including CAN and automotive Ethernet.

In an era demanding unprecedented technologies such as automotive Ethernet, e-mobility, AUTOSAR Adaptive, autonomous driving (AD), advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), connectivity, safety/security, Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV), and Vehicle OS, Vector supports software developers across industries—including automotive—with development tools and software components backed by years of expertise and technical excellence.

Vector's solutions, now a de facto standard in automotive development, also serve diverse mission-critical sectors such as commercial vehicles, construction machinery, agricultural machinery, aerospace (avionics networks, hybrid-electric aircraft), rail, transportation, medical devices, and industrial equipment (Industry 4.0, IIoT).

Headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, Vector operates in 14 countries with 32 locations—including the U.S., U.K., France, Spain, Italy, Austria, Romania, Sweden, Japan, China, South Korea, India, and Brazil—and employs over 4,500 people worldwide.

Meeting customer expectations and solving challenges together is our motivation and driving force.

Headquarters (Tokyo): 31F, Shinagawa Season Terrace, 1-2-70 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0075, Japan

Established: August 1998

President & CEO: Kiyotsugu Kono

URL: https://www.vector.com/jp/ja/

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