Resources
KUS Announces Mexico Regional Office
March 1, 2021
Davie, Fla. — Over the past 30 years, KUS Auto Global manufactured products and components to supply the Americas region. As time had progressed, international trading laws have changed making exporting to the United States more challenging and costly to customers. In order to regain the competitive edge, KUS has decided to open up a regional office based out of Escobedo, Mexico. The KUS Mexico regional office will be responsible for research and development, production, sales and after-sales service, and product solutions for DEF tank assemblies.
5 Things to Consider When Looking for a Fuel Level Sender
February 23, 2021
Fuel level senders are some of the most important pieces of equipment in an application. It allows you to monitor how much fuel is in your tank at a given time and most importantly, when you need to refuel. Some senders have more advanced features like triggering an alarm when its nearing empty or having pick-up and return lines. So, how do you know which one is right for your tank? Well, whether you are installing a new fuel tank in your boat or refurbishing an antique car, there are five things you must consider when looking for a new fuel level sender.
How to Install a Level Sending Unit
February 16, 2021
Chances are you just received your new level sending unit and you're looking to install it in your tank but don’t know where to begin. This guide will help make the situation much easier walking you through the ten steps of installing your level sending unit as well as possible issues you may have along the way.
What is Diesel Exhaust Fluid?
February 9, 2021
International standards call for highly effective exhaust after-treatment systems in order to mitigate the environmental impact of diesel engine emissions. The after-treatment process relies on diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), also known by the brand name AdBlue, to break down harmful pollutants. Here, we take a look at what diesel exhaust fluid is, why it’s needed, and the requirements for using it.
ADAS in an Off Road Environment
February 2, 2021
ADAS, or advanced driver assistance systems, are evolving quickly. These “smart” systems of sensors and microprocessors reside inside and around a vehicle to provide a wealth of information to the driver and other connected devices.
KUS Wins 2019 Masters of Quality Supplier Award by DTNA
January 26, 2021
Davie, Fla. — Kusauto International Ltd. (KUS) has received the Masters of Quality Supplier Award by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). The award honors the top components and services suppliers to Freightliner and Western Star trucks. According to DTNA, the recipients “demonstrate dedication to continuous improvement of the quality of their products, support to DTNA and overall performance.”
8 Tips to Keep Your Boat Running Smoothly
January 5, 2021
Boat sales exploded in 2020, and if you’re the proud owner of a boat — whether for the first time or the tenth time — you undoubtedly want to keep it in top shape. A smoothly running boat provides hours of enjoyment. A malfunctioning one can lead to dangerous situations and major repair expenses. Even small issues with boat gauges or engine components can have a way of compounding one another and leading to problems at the worst times.
KUS USA Holiday Update
December 16, 2020
KUS USA will be on away for the holidays 12/19, returning 1/4. During this time we will be out of office and have limited communication with our customers as it pertains to order processing and shipping.
How to Troubleshoot KUS Boat Gauges
December 4, 2020
All boat owners have been there. Something stops working and you tear apart your deck trying to figure out which gauge or instrument is the source of the problem. We will guide you on how to test your liquid level sending unit and fuel gauge so that you can isolate the problem and quickly order a new part.
An Introduction to Aftertreatment Systems
November 24, 2020
The main function of an aftertreatment system is to significantly reduce harmful emissions produced by diesel fuel powered equipment. It does so by targeting certain molecules present after diesel combustion and converting or processing them into less harmful byproducts. The targeted emissions include Particulate Matter (PM), Hydrocarbons (HC) and Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) present at different stages of the engine operation. Nowadays, in the US, it is mandatory that virtually all diesel engines are equipped with an aftertreatment system to meet government emissions requirements.
5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Component Supplier
November 24, 2020
When you work with partners to manufacture and supply engine components for commercial vehicles or other applications, you probably have your list of those you use frequently, perhaps some of them your company has worked with for years. However, making a choice based on “the way it’s always been done” is not usually the best for business.
6 Tips for Explaining Instrumentation Issues to Customers
November 23, 2020
Boat owners are the lifeblood of your business. Not only do you strive to carry the products they want and need, you need the ability to communicate with them effectively. You should be able to help them assess any problems with their boat, find a solution, and understand the value of the products and services you offer. Here, we’ll provide six tips to help you communicate with them, particularly where instrumentation issues are concerned.
The Engineer’s Guide to Global On-road Emission Regulations
October 27, 2020
An understanding of emission regulations underlies any work that contributes to the manufacture of commercial and industrial vehicles. International standards call for highly effective exhaust after-treatment systems in order to mitigate impacts on air, water, and human health. These regulations are incredibly detailed, complex, and vary by country. Here, we take a look into the broad overview of global emission regulations.
4 Factors That Influence Instrumentation Pricing
October 20, 2020
When you regularly order vehicle instruments and gauges, you probably weigh a lot of factors in your decisions, with price ranking high among them. The cost of individual components can work its way along the manufacturing chain to eventually affect pricing and profits on final products.
Troubleshooting Your Boat’s Fuel Level Sender
September 25, 2020
When you’re out on the water, you want to relax and assume that all of the gauges and components on your boat are working smoothly. However, if you feel like your boat’s fuel gauge is giving inaccurate readings, or worse — you run out of fuel unexpectedly, you might have a problem with your fuel level sender. A marine fuel level sender and fuel gauge work as a unit, but for purposes of this article, we’ll focus on the level sender, helping you diagnose it and replace it if needed, so you can get back to boating.
A Quick Guide to NMEA 2000
July 31, 2020
NMEA 2000 is a plug-and-play communications standard used for connecting marine instrumentation within vessels. The plug-and-play interface allows devices made by different manufacturers to communicate with each other within the same network without causing interference between devices.
KUS COVID-19 Situation Update
March 24, 2020
As the COVID-19 situation develops, we want to keep you updated on the situation at KUS USA and how it may affect your business as cities, counties, and states are ordering non-essential businesses to close.
KUS is considered an essential business by the Department of Homeland Security. We supply parts and components to many companies that are essential to support the critical infrastructure.
Come stop by our booth at METSTRADE 2019
November 12, 2019
KUS will be exhibiting at the METSTRADE Marine Equipment Trade show at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre in Amsterdam, Netherlands from November 19th - November 21st, 2019 at booth 12.429.
KUS will present at the 2019 Integer Emission Summit
November 12, 2019
KUS will be attending the Integer Emission Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana from November 19th - November 20th, 2019.
Our Director of Sales and Business Development Aaron Irvin and Global Marketing Manager Martin Ma will be available to discuss KUS's DEF's tank assemblies and sensor solutions.
KUS looks forward to seeing you at NACV 2019 in Atlanta, GA
October 31, 2019
From October 28 – 31, 2019, KUS group will be exhibiting at the North America Commercial Vehicle (NACV) show at Atlanta, GA, booth 7659.
NACV Show 2019 is the most comprehensive commercial vehicle trade show in North America, targeting fleets, products, and services.
Oxford EMBA Visit KUS Group
September 1, 2019
KUS is delighted to host Executive MBA students from the Saïd Business School of Oxford University for their annual corporate visit. Experienced professionals from the EMBA class and KUS joined together to discuss innovation, technology, branding, and corporate sustainability.