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Dennis J Murphy ( March, 2023 )

Summary

The Power Take-Off (PTO) shaft is an efficient means of transferring mechanical power between farm tractors and implements. This power transfer system helped to revolutionize North American agriculture during the 1930s. It is also one of the oldest and most persistent hazards associated with farm machinery. This fact sheet discusses several aspects of PTO safety.


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Organization Penn State Extension
Publisher Penn State University
Publication Date March, 2023
Publication Views 993
Material Type Written Material

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