Abstract: The invention provides an exemplary hitching apparatus and methods for its use. In an exemplary embodiment, the hitching apparatus comprises a plate that defines an aperture for receiving a securing element so that the plate may be rotated about the securing element. At least two hitch connectors are coupled to the plate such that the plate may be rotated to selectively place one of the hitch connectors in a loading position.

Abstract: The invention provides systems, methods and apparatus for cleaning a mixing truck by removing and recycling any non-delivered material. In one exemplary system, the invention is preferably attached to a mixing truck having at least one delivery chute and a loading hopper. A rail is configured to be attached to the mixing truck so that the bottom end is near a ground surface and the top end is near the loading hopper. The system further comprises a canister that is movable between the delivery chute and the rail. A lifting mechanism is movably attached to the rail and includes a securing device so that the lifting mechanism may secure and transport the canister along the rail. In this manner, material remaining in the delivery chute may be washed into the canister when positioned below the chute. The canister may then be moved near the rail and secured to the lifting mechanism which in turn transports the canister to the loading hopper where the contents may be emptied.

Abstract: A bumper assembly for mounting on a vehicle and movable between at least a first lower position suitable for highway driving and a second elevated position for off road operations is provided and includes a bumper rotatably mounted to the frame of a vehicle.A piston located on the vehicle moves the bumper between the first lower position suitable for highway driving and the second elevated position for off road operations. An actuator activates the piston for moving the bumper and controls are provided for activating the actuator.