Ever See One of These?

As I was traveling through Oklahoma yesterday I saw something that was new and innovative.  Say goodbye to the flagman.  Here is the new device for controlling traffic in a construction zone.  Here are the facts related to US Patent 7333029 B2 below :

Automated traffic control system

The invention emulates the actions and decisions of flagmen to control and to expedite traffic along a single lane past construction. The invention has two portable traffic signal light units with arms. One unit has a computer that controls the system, three video cameras, and two way radio communication. The other unit has three video cameras and radio communication to the unit. A remote control is also provided for starting and stopping the system along with a manual override of the system. A coding feature restricts starting, and stopping the system to users of the remote control. The system also protects itself against vandalism and functions during periods of obscured vision.

Mid-America Truck Show

 Our booth was dominated by the 67 Plymouth Belvedere owned and raced by The King.  Our alliance with Richard Petty Motorsports keeps paying dividends in creative ways.  The car and our people were a big hit with Professional Drivers and Contractors. 

Edwina Webb poses with our car.  She was attending the event as an honoree of Women In Trucking.

Here are four of the most committed women we have working here at J.B. Hunt.  Kristi, Brittnee, Edwina and Monica represent our company with grace and humbleness.  We are fortunate to have such talented women who give their valuable time to talk about our company at MATS. 

Melk Man

Enjoy this video.  I know I sure did.  It is great to see someone doing what they love in life.  You many not be able to see it on your smartphone, but make sure you take the time to view this life altering information on your laptop/desktop.  It is an organic approach to livin.

  

Spring Break 2016

In the busy job market of today, you'll see many instances where families don't get to see each other as often as they'd like.  However, the Hayne's family has managed to stay close, despite the distances they've traveled or the hours they've worked. 

Automotive driver Terry Hayne and his son Andrew decided to spend Spring Break together on Terry's truck.   Andrew gets to learn directly from his dad what his dad does to support their family, and how he does it.   J.B. Hunt is grateful to have a driver who involves his family to the extent that Terry has, and looks forward to having Andrew along for more trips in the future!

Driver Hotline Update 844-588-8785

Hear first hand from a specialist in detention on this weeks Driver Hotline.  What does the process involve?  How can you be assured that you are receiving what you have earned as a result of the policy we have in place for detention?  We will share three key steps to ensuring payment. 

Per Diem Training

We have April 19th scheduled for Per Diem training. HCH will be here to present and field questions. They are the firm that designed our Per Diem program. They have volunteered to do this training, so there will be no cost for bringing them in. We have secured the auditorium for 1100 - 1300 on the 19th. We will send half to one session and half to the other. Lunch will be provided. 

Brown Out at the Home Office

Our Professional Driver thoroughly enjoyed the Lowell Driver Experience this week.  Our new gear for this event is the deep brown polo shirts.  It is a nod to our past with laser focus to our future.  The attendees this week are as follows:

Front row left to right - John Mack, Erick Fern, Craig Wiza. Back row left to right - Michael English, Clifton Prevatt, James Koronka