WPT Power, along with our distributor Northstar Power, worked with an Australian Vacuum Truck contractor to develop a fully automated, clutch-able Power Take Off (PTO) system. With this custom PTO arrangement, the operator can engage and disengage remotely, start the engine, and control the vacuum boom by means of a custom wireless remote.
This application initially had a competitor’s mechanical PTO installed, requiring physical engagement on the trailer. To fully automate the system and to achieve a better service life and overall reliability, WPT Power offered our hydraulically actuated Pilotless™ Over-the-Shaft (OTS) PTO. In conjunction with the OTS, WPT Power also put forward a standalone hydraulic power unit (HPU). The HPU is available in 12V or 24V and encompasses its hydraulic reservoir. It is factory-set to suit each application, making integrating an OTS onto any diesel-powered equipment easy. The OTS PTO is self-adjusting and can be hydraulically or pneumatically engaged. These features make it an ideal upgrade to traditional mechanical units when remote start or an adjustment-free capability is advantageous. In addition to these benefits, it is also a Pilotless™ design with WPT Power’s high-capacity main bearings.
The bearings allow high side loads, making it ideal for belt-driven or inline applications. No pilot bearing also gives the ultimate hassle-free installation, and no loads will be transferred into the flywheel or crankshaft.
The lack of a pilot bearing also eliminates a maintenance point present in traditional PTO designs. If you have a similar application or requirement, please don’t hesitate to contact WPT Power or your factory representative.
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