The requirements of agriculture are complex: many devices from different manufacturers are not compatible with each other - making the work of many farmers more difficult. To overcome this challenge, the independent organization AEF was founded 15 years ago. It defined "ISOBUS" as the standard for communication. The company b-plus from Deggendorf is a member of the AEF and has been an expert in the underlying CAN bus technology "J1939" for over 20 years. Over the past two decades, the Lower Bavarian company has established itself as a leading provider of ISOBUS applications. At the recent AEF "Plugfest" in France, all the functions of the ISOBUS applications were tested during the week-long workshop.

From the simple control of auxiliary lights to the complex control of hoeing equipment, b-plus offers technical applications that meet the needs of farmers. Smart farming is the keyword: the use of modern technologies in agriculture is now an integral part of agricultural operations. ISOBUS technology is a decisive factor in this context. It standardizes communication between tractors and implements. At SPS, b-plus will be presenting its ISOBUS implements such as the "b-ISOBUS IO Gateway", the "b-ISOBUS CAN Gateway" and the "b-ISOBUS AUX-N Gateway".

Figure 2: The "b-ISOBUS gateways" are integrated into the implement as an interface to the tractor. (Image: b-plus)

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Tailored to customer requirements

The b-ISOBUS IO Gateway is ideal for entering the ISOBUS world, especially for small implements or for retrofitting. It enables simple operation of implements directly from the tractor cab. For machines with existing CAN bus systems, the b-ISOBUS CAN Gateway is an extension to make them ISOBUS-compliant. With the latest product, the b-ISOBUS AUX-N Gateway, however, non-ISOBUS-compliant operating elements can be seamlessly integrated.

The products from b-plus are not only in demand from farmers, but also from implement manufacturers. As a system integrator, b-plus offers applications that are tailored to the customer's requirements. This includes standard components as well as individual developments. To ensure quality and compatibility, b-plus tests and certifies all ISOBUS products and relies on specialist dealers for sales. With partners such as EMDS, geo-konzept and BayWa, the company offers end customers a fast and competent service.

Implementing the technology is very easy for the farmer. Apart from an ISOBUS-compatible tractor, no other technical requirements are necessary. Integration into existing systems is intuitive. The partner companies offer comprehensive documentation and training for this purpose. The sales team is also available for technical inquiries.

For manufacturers who want to integrate the gateways into series devices, b-plus offers comprehensive support and individual development assistance. Customized training courses and specific control unit developments are also part of the service offering. In addition to ISOBUS products, b-plus offers other products and applications for various industrial applications. Technologies such as ISOBUS are crucial for the modern agricultural sector - companies such as b-plus provide farmers with the tools they need to succeed in a digitalized agricultural world.