June 6th through 8th is sure to be an interesting time. The CVSA will be conducting its 30th annual International Roadcheck. Make sure that all your tags are properly showing their load limits and that everything is strapped down correctly. They will be checking everything from brake systems, cargo securement, coupling devices, driveline/driveshaft, exhaust systems and more. This year the CVSA will have a heavy focus on cargo securement. That was
Some of the most dependable securement straps to use when transporting cargo are Ratchet Straps. Unfortunately, due to sharp corners and constant rubbing these straps are usually some of the first items that need to be replaced. However, with proper care and minimal effort, a well-made ratchet strap can be utilized for years. Below are a few tips that we have put together on how to maintain your
Storage within refrigerated units have long been a very structured process. Not only do you have to consider temperature and ventilation but one simple step that is not given enough thought which is securing or fastening the cargo inside.
First of all, when loading everyone knows to stuff the container or unit within the shortest time possible so that the temperature does not affect either the inside of the unit or the cargo itself. You'll
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, when transporting cargo there are generally three methods approved for containing, immobilizing, and securing that cargo. Additionally, specific securement standards apply for certain loads, including loads that are commonly carried on flatbeds, such as lumber, building materials, metal coils, paper rolls, etc, so be sure to research and comply with any specific requirements that may apply.
Recently Tarpstop has started to work with the rightdirection.org, a non profit organization focused on the commitment to empower youth through action sports such as BMX biking. The Right Direction is a youth development organization which wants to give kids the opportunity to excel in something they already have an interest in. Tarpstop stepped in to help out with
We here at Tarpstop have been listening, and want to help by making it easier than ever to acquire a Fastrak® Rolling Tarp System. We have worked with our resources to provide a weekly financing option of $164.99* a week or less for well qualified customers with approved financing.
Is this right for you? Simply call Tarpstop at 1-877-999-8277 for a price quote, then
With all the trucks at MATS one of the best shows put on was by Ethan Young of Young Truck Lines, winning first place for best Working Combo. A long time customer of Tarpstop he is located out of Lyle, Minnesota. With both an incredible truck and trailer, Tarpstop had a challenge to match it's tarping system to his amazing 2010 T660 Kenworth Truck and his stunning 2014 Mac Flatbed Curtain. This gave us a challenge worth stepping up to.
After
With Christmas at a close and the holiday spirit still in the air we could not help but still be in a giving mood here at Tarpstop. At our Perrysburg location we heard of the 'Play it Forward' toy drive and had to get involved. Working with both Levis Commons and Cousino Restoration, Tarpstop provided the truck for this event to load and unload all of the toys. Giving back to our community has become apart of our 'mantra' here at Tarpstop. Running
Recently the Bowling Green State University women's gymnastics team came to Tarpstop. They needed a solution for some of the wall installations that they were putting together for their team's lounge area and for a 'Wall of Fame" installation presented by Dr. Lee and Marge Meserve. As we are constantly running through walls for our customers, we saw this as a great opportunity to get involved in a project right in our backyard.
On September 12th Jeni Genskow, Director of Operations of Velocity One Transport, walked into Tarpstop and needed her tarping system fixed immediately. Having gone to a competitor and been unsatisfied with the wait time and product, she decided to try Tarpstop. There was damage to rails and tarping system not to mention more, but it needed to be fixed quick.
Upon inspection of the competitors system Tarpstop noticed the bulkhead was still not
