Submitted by: Northeast District
Innovation Description and Benefit:
The Hitch Saver innovation is a simple yet effective solution designed to secure draw bar bolts, preventing them from loosening, backing out, or breaking. By keeping bolts firmly in place, it reduces equipment downtime, repair costs, and the risk of damage to tractors or mowers. This innovation saves time by minimizing breakdowns, eliminating frequent adjustments, and streamlining pre-trip inspections. Safety is also enhanced by preventing hitch separation and reducing the risk of operator injury. Installation requires only about two hours of labor and $22 in materials, with no recurring costs. Hitch Saver is an affordable, durable, and safety-focused solution that ensures equipment reliability and uninterrupted operations.
For More Information Contact
Northeast District - Maintenance
Theodore Aulbur at Theodore.Aulbur@modot.mo.gov or 573-541-1978.