LINCOLNSHIRE, IL, Aug 5, 2026 – HydraForce and Elevāt have extended their integration to support remote access and over-the-air (OTA) updates on Bosch Rexroth BODAS controllers.
The HydraForce Connected Control Unit (CCU) from Bosch, paired with the Elevāt platform, allows OEMs to diagnose equipment issues and deploy software updates remotely – no on-site service required.
“The ability to remotely access and update Bosch Rexroth BODAS controllers using the Elevāt platform takes our collaborative vision of bridging hydraulics, electronics, and digital services to the next level,” said Russ Schneidewind, director of business development at HydraForce. “The cooperation between Elevāt and Bosch Rexroth is directly addressing the industry’s need for complete, future-ready solutions.”
Adam Livesay, co-founder and CEO of Elevāt, commented, “At Elevāt, we believe the future of equipment service is connected, intelligent, and proactive. This collaboration helps OEMs deliver the next generation of service by accelerating software deployment and enabling faster issue resolution in the field. The addition of remote BODAS controller updates is another key milestone toward a fully integrated ecosystem that simplifies the connection between hardware, software, and digital services—helping manufacturers bring intelligent equipment to market faster while creating new opportunities for recurring customer value.”
HydraForce and Elevāt plan to announce more remote machine management capabilities in the future.
Source: HydraForce
About HydraForce
HydraForce designs and manufactures hydraulic motion control systems for mobile and industrial equipment. Its products include hydraulic cartridge valves, manifolds, electrohydraulic controllers and related electronic controls. The company serves original equipment manufacturers and system integrators. Key customer sectors include construction, agriculture, material handling, mining, marine and forestry equipment. HydraForce was founded in 1985 near Chicago, IL. It was later acquired by Bosch Rexroth and operates as part of the compact hydraulics business unit. HydraForce and Bosch Rexroth combine operations to support customers across North America and Europe, while expanding presence in Asia. The company is headquartered in Lincolnshire, IL. It maintains manufacturing and service locations in the United States, Brazil, the UK and China. HydraForce supports customers through direct sales teams and distributor networks worldwide. HydraForce employs about 2,100 people globally.
About Bosch Rexroth
Bosch Rexroth is an engineering company that develops and supplies drive, control and motion technologies for industrial and mobile applications. Its products include hydraulics, electric drives and controls, gear technology, linear motion systems, assembly technology, software and related services. The company serves equipment manufacturers, system integrators and industrial operators. Key customer sectors include manufacturing, automotive, energy, material handling, factory automation and mobile machinery. Bosch Rexroth was formed in 2001 through the merger of Mannesmann Rexroth and Bosch’s automation business. The company is headquartered in Lohr am Main, Bavaria, Germany. It operates production, sales and service locations in more than 80 countries. Bosch Rexroth operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH. The company supports customers through direct sales organizations and authorized partners. Bosch Rexroth employs about 32,600 people worldwide.
About Bosch
Bosch is a German multinational that provides engineering and technology products and services across multiple industries. It develops automotive components, industrial equipment, consumer goods, and energy and building systems for global markets. The company serves customers in automotive, manufacturing, construction, energy, and consumer sectors. Founded in 1886, Bosch is headquartered in Gerlingen, Germany. It operates through four sectors: mobility, industrial technology, consumer goods, and energy and building technology. Its offerings include sensors, control systems, power tools, home appliances, and software-based engineering services. Bosch operates manufacturing, engineering, and sales facilities in more than 60 countries and employs about 412,000 people worldwide. Bosch maintains a global network of subsidiaries and research centers supporting product development and production.
About Elevāt
Elevāt develops software for connected equipment monitoring, diagnostics and service management. The company is headquartered in Seattle. The software collects machine data and links it with maintenance records and service workflows. It provides equipment monitoring, diagnostic information, service coordination and maintenance history. Elevāt serves original equipment manufacturers, dealer networks and field service organizations. Customers include companies that manufacture off-highway, industrial and heavy equipment. The software supports remote diagnostics, maintenance planning and connected machine operations. It also links operating data with service processes throughout the equipment lifecycle.
