Abstract: A system and method for monitoring the dynamic load moment and stabilization of a lifting vehicle is provided. The system is adapted for monitoring the stability of the vehicle on a real-time basis, and displaying the real-time dynamic load moment of the vehicle/cargo combination on a continuous scale on a user interface. The system may also include an object detection device oriented for determining the presence or absence of a floor surface within a specified distance from the vehicle in order to detect drop-offs in the floor surface surrounding the vehicle and alert the operator of same. A method for calibrating the system is also provided. The calibration method can include a series of lift and acceleration steps for collecting static and dynamic data in order to determine one or more coefficients associated with the vehicle.

Abstract: A quick-connect connection system assembly for attaching attachments or tools to industrial and construction equipment for purposes of moving and placing materials and items, particularly heavy items, at varying heights relative to the ground. The connection system can have a mounting mechanism that generally comprises a rotatable latch that can be selectively retained in at least one of an open position and a closed position, including through the use of a magnet coupled with the mounting mechanism. The rotatable latch can be selectively rotated between the open and closed positioned via interaction with a cross member of the industrial equipment and the effect of forces acting upon the rotatable latch member, and with limited interaction by an operator of the industrial equipment.