Common terms used in heavy equipment maintenance and fleet management.
The total operating cost of a machine divided by its hours of use. Includes fuel, maintenance, repairs, depreciation, and other expenses.
Diesel Particulate Filter. A device that captures soot from diesel engine exhaust to reduce emissions.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid. A solution used in SCR systems to reduce NOx emissions from diesel engines.
A device that tracks the total operating hours of a machine. Used to schedule maintenance and calculate cost per hour.
A system that uses pressurized fluid to power machine movements like arms, buckets, and attachments.
Scheduled maintenance performed to prevent equipment failures. Includes oil changes, filter replacements, and inspections.
The recommended time or hours between maintenance tasks. Often specified by the manufacturer.
The lower portion of tracked equipment including tracks, rollers, idlers, and sprockets.
Original Equipment Manufacturer. The company that originally made the equipment or parts.
An error code displayed by the machine's computer system indicating a specific problem or malfunction.