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,
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
With the New Years right around the corner you are probably getting ready to spring into action to make the most of 2020. For truck drivers and fleets, the new year is a great time to set the pace of your business for the coming year. Before you do you might consider reading below to see some of the things that you might want to be aware of before starting out.
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When you're getting into the trucking industry, and you're looking at how to cover your loads. What are the key indicators that you use to make sure you are making the right choice? More often than not, some of the simplest things can cause costly issues down the road if not addressed right away.
Repairs, Patches and Fix Up's
The first thing on a driver's mind
