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HOW TO TARP A FLATBED LOAD

Tarps can be heavy and awkward; choose the right tarp for the job to control the size, weight, and strength needed to handle it. Use mechanical aids to apply and...

HOW TO TARP A FLATBED LOAD

Tarps can be heavy and awkward; choose the right tarp for the job to control the size, weight, and strength needed to handle it. Use mechanical aids to apply and...

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2015 LARGEST LTL CARRIERS

2015 LTL Carrier Carrier Revenue $M FedEx Freight 5,672 Con-Way Freight 3,632 YRC Freight 3,220 ODFL 2,710 UPS Freight 2,633 Estes Express 2,043 ABF 1,885 YRC Regional 1,832 R&L 1,415...

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2015 LARGEST LTL CARRIERS

2015 LTL Carrier Carrier Revenue $M FedEx Freight 5,672 Con-Way Freight 3,632 YRC Freight 3,220 ODFL 2,710 UPS Freight 2,633 Estes Express 2,043 ABF 1,885 YRC Regional 1,832 R&L 1,415...

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Interesting Cargo Control Product Information

Did You Know? Current designs of Aluminum Flat Bed Trailers tend to bend & flex as they travel down the road creating slack in chains and straps requiring more frequent...

Interesting Cargo Control Product Information

Did You Know? Current designs of Aluminum Flat Bed Trailers tend to bend & flex as they travel down the road creating slack in chains and straps requiring more frequent...

End of Year Industry News

End of Year Industry News

December 17, 2015 — FMCSA has launched a new, simplified online registration process for use by motor carriers, intermodal equipment providers and other freight service providers, for use in applying...

End of Year Industry News

December 17, 2015 — FMCSA has launched a new, simplified online registration process for use by motor carriers, intermodal equipment providers and other freight service providers, for use in applying...

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Top Myths & Misrepresentations the Cargo Control

Below are some myths, mis-truths and misrepresentations recently heard regarding the correct use and implementation of load restraints & tie downs:   TRUE or FALSE? 1) Webbing Straps and Assemblies MUST have the...

Top Myths & Misrepresentations the Cargo Control

Below are some myths, mis-truths and misrepresentations recently heard regarding the correct use and implementation of load restraints & tie downs:   TRUE or FALSE? 1) Webbing Straps and Assemblies MUST have the...

Flatbed Haulers and Winter Weather

Flatbed Haulers and Winter Weather

Now that winter weather has arrived, many flatbed loads require tarps for protection from the elements and road grime.   Tarps can be heavy and awkward; choose the right tarp...

Flatbed Haulers and Winter Weather

Now that winter weather has arrived, many flatbed loads require tarps for protection from the elements and road grime.   Tarps can be heavy and awkward; choose the right tarp...