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America is in the beginning phases of opening up and getting back to work. From factories large and small, they are finding ways to get businesses back to normal. As things have been moving in that direction...

While the coronavirus is affecting businesses from small to large, one industry that's coming together to keep things moving is trucking. From large companies to one-person owner-operators, everyone is finding a way to get supplies to the companies that need them. It is during this time when many truck stops have shut down and restaurants have closed that we need to focus on how to help our drivers the most.

Several years back, a customer of ours, Jeni Genskow of Velocity One Transport, provided some great feedback. She covered the topics of what made her choose Tarpstop and why it was a better fit than some of the other competitors out there. We circled back with her to see how the coronavirus has effected her business and ask about things she's noticing during the pandemic.

This year the Mid-American Truck Show has been canceled due to public health measures put in place to protect our citizens from the coronavirus. Tarpstop knows that many of you attend the truck show to see what's new, reconnect, and take advantage of the promotions that happen only once a year...

While the entire world continues to navigate the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, and we want to assure you that in this time of crisis we are still committed to serving you.  At Tarpstop, we want you to know that we are taking COVID-19 recommended guidelines seriously, and we have implemented the following safety precautions and service...

Sometimes it's tough to know when it's time to make the investment into yourself and get a tarping system that is designed to help you make more money. With so many new truckers coming onto the scene there are so many questions they may ask themselves but this one is a common one. We would like to help with some of the questions that circle that topic.

CAN I EARN MORE WITH A SYSTEM?
Throw tarping can be an exhaustive and

Are you a long-haul operator and considering the ease of service while on the road? Can repairs be made by any tarp or trailer shop? How about those covered by warranty; can you get the work done on the road or do you have to return to the manufacturing facility?

Retractable Tarping Systems are made to last up to 10 years, but will require service over that time. The biggest question to ask yourself is, “How quickly will repairs be made?" Here

It's almost that time again! The Mid America Truck Show is almost here. What does that mean? It means there is time for new deals, not just on our cargo control, but on our systems as well. We'll have amazing prices on our winch straps, ratchet straps,

When trucking for a living, the winter months can not only be the most dangerous but also be the most hazardous for your tarping system. In order to alleviate any possible issues you might face on the road, we thought we would put together this little list for you to help stretch the life of your tarp during these months.

Ways to Extend Your Tarp Life through the Winter

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The best way to make money while still having your flatbed maintained, patched, repaired or otherwise 'down' is to schedule runs in between your hauls. One thing many newer drivers don't realize is that the best way to keep themselves moving is to schedule pickups or drop-offs where their regular maintenance or fixes are needed.

A common type of repair job we see at Tarpstop is usually a 'patch' job for a slight tear in the tarp. This may seem