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This paper introduces a laboratory-developed tester for the front suspension of off-highway dump trucks. In dump truck movement at jobsites, the front suspension system is subjected to three-way load, i.e. in the vertical, horizontal and turning (steering) directions. Using three actuators, controllers and a computer, we conducted a lab simulation of such loads. With this tester, various quality assurance tests were carried out to provide reliable data in a short period of time. These tests were as follows: (1) Performance test to measure suspension characteristics such as spring stiffness, damping coefficient and internal friction (2) Stress measurement test to confirm structural strength (3) Endurance test to confirm durability and longevity of parts subject to wear, such as seals and bushings (4) Temperature environmental test to confirm sealing performance across a very low to high temperature range (5) Dust environmental test to confirm sealing performance against dust

The only way to operate a construction machine efficiently is to improve the cost effectiveness. First, it is necessary to clarify the policy regarding owning and operating costs which directly concern cost effectiveness, and the location and standards for measuring reliability and maintenance activities which we face in connection with cost effectiveness. Next, it is important to have efficient maintenance support activities to improve the mechanical availability for the customer. However, for the customer, the support activity most concerned with maximizing profit is not simply maintenance problems. It is necessary to have support activities which go back to the source of the user's implementation processes. We would like to introduce what kind of systems are available for these support systems, and as it is now impossible to operate the systems without using the power of computers, we would like to give examples of comprehensive systems using hardware and software.