Power Takeoff units, or PTOs, are used to power hydraulic systems on work vehicles. Choosing the right PTO can be daunting due to the many different configurations and applications. The right choice depends on how fast you want to run your truck's engine while working, as well as what type of transmission the truck has. There are experts who can help you make the right decision. Eaton offers “End Dump wet kit” packages that simplify ordering and installation. PTO maintenance is usually conducted along with normal transmission maintenance. The process should include cleaning and inspecting various parts, but also speaking with the operators of the equipment.

Key Takeaways:

• Power Takeoff on trucks are mainly for powering hydraulic systems but also provide other functions.
• You can always consult an expert or go with a “End Dump wet kit” that will simply the process of picking the right PTO.
• You want to keep your PTO well maintained and you should have it inspected at the same time of your transmission is inspected.

“One of the first decisions to make when spec’ing a PTO is how fast you want to run the engine when performing work.”

Read more: https://www.truckinginfo.com/10135879/selecting-the-right-pto-doesnt-have-to-be-hard

J.B. Hunt company is starting a collaboration with Google that will result in application of AI and cloud-based technology in their operations. Company is hoping that the collaboration will improve the efficiency especially in the way it connects shipments with capacity currently available. The technology will provide a real-time collected data which will bring quicker reaction times to supply chain and operations. This will also mean higher expectations from customers, and the company hopes it translates into more business opportunities.

Key Takeaways:

• J.B. Hunt Transport Services first launched their 360 cloud platform in 2014 and now they are joining forces with Google to allow A.I. to boost package delivery.
• J.B. Hunt's new technology plans to get rid of all the inefficiencies of using multiple IT supply chain logistics to instead centralize all data.
• Google Cloud’s Data Cloud will help J.B. Hunt with it's Data Cloud to implement neural networks to create extensible workflows for shipments.

“By leveraging Google’s Data Cloud, J.B. Hunt 360 will better predict outcomes and help users make informed decisions.”

Read more: https://www.truckinginfo.com/10137039/j-b-hunt-teams-up-with-google-for-next-generation-supply-chain-technology

If you are considering switching from diesel to electric, then make sure you aren't just getting caught up in the moment of what is new and interesting right now. Make sure that you are gauging what the long term effects for your business will be. This isn't saying that diesel uses fewer emissions than electric, but we have to be mindful of where that electric power is coming from. No matter what is powering your vehicle, there will be some emissions involved somewhere, so make the right decision for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Truck pundit, Jim Park, asserts that diesel technology for the trucking industry is on a good path forward.
• Park sees many improvements on the horizon, while acknowledging that the newest diesel incarnations have already achieved near-zero emissions.
• A mere comparison of trucks made in 2000 versus those made today, 21 years later, shows that diesel emissions are down 98%.

“Schaeffer contended that you can’t fairly compare the green impact of diesel vs. electric powering trucks without factoring in the source of electricity generation.”

Read more: https://www.truckinginfo.com/10138564/gauging-the-future-of-diesel-with-dtfs-allen-schaeffer