October 1, 2012
Editorial
You did indeed build this industry
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM, By Charles E Wilson
BACK in July, Bulk Transporter published its 75th Anniversary issue, and we reflected on the economic contributions made by the tank truck industry. Tank...
Industry News
Gamajet Cleaning Systems acquired by Alfa Laval
Aug 29, 2012 1:00 PM
Gamajet Cleaning Systems was acquired by Alfa Laval, effective August 24, 2012, and a new company, Alfa Laval Tank Equipment Inc established. The new company will operate as Gamajet Cleaning Systems and will remain in Exton PA...
Leaman Logistics is now CLX Logistics LLC
Sep 5, 2012 11:06 AM
Effective immediately, Leaman Logistics, the parent company of ChemLogix LLC, has changed its name and brand logo to CLX Logistics LLC ...
ATA applauds CSA changes, but urges further improvements
Aug 28, 2012 12:33 PM
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is on the right track in addressing several concerns the trucking industry raised about the Compliance, Safety, Accountability program, according to American Trucking Associations (ATA) officials...
100 Mack Granite tank truck units ordered in US Army contract
Aug 27, 2012 12:58 PM
Mack Trucks Inc announced that Mack Defense will supply West-Mark, a leading manufacturer of liquid transportation equipment, with 100 Granite models chassis to fulfill a delivery order under a contract with the US Army Contracting Command in Warren MI...
Truckload driver turnover surges in second quarter
Sep 13, 2012 1:08 PM
The annualized drive turnover rate for linehaul truckload fleets of all sizes surged in the second quarter with turnover at large fleets breaking the 100% barrier for the first time in more than four years, according to the American Trucking Associations’ quarterly Trucking Activity Report...
Gardner Denver announces European restructuring initiative
Sep 12, 2012 11:32 AM
Gardner Denver has launched a restructuring initiative to optimize its global manufacturing footprint, reduce costs and expand margins. These initiatives, which focus primarily on its European Industrial Products Group, will consolidate manufacturing facilities and reduce associated staffing levels to increase operational efficiency and provide additional resources to invest in profitable growth...
Royal Vopak names Emco Wheaton global preferred supplier
Sep 13, 2012 1:09 PM
Emco Wheaton, a manufacturer of marine loading arms for the gas and oil industries, has been named as a preferred supplier to Royal Vopak, the world's largest independent tank storage provider...
Polar Service Centers opens larger shop in Rosemount MN
Aug 27, 2012 12:59 PM
Polar Service Centers has moved to a new location in Rosemount MN with nearly twice the space of the facility it replaced...
NTTC to launch tank truck driver recognition program
Sep 18, 2012 11:26 AM
National Tank Truck Carriers Inc (NTTC) announced September 18 that its Safety Committee will develop a new tank truck driver recognition program for board consideration at its next membership meeting...
Class 8 truck orders remain weak in July
Aug 27, 2012 12:52 PM
The Class 8 truck market continued to experience weak orders and falling backlogs. Build rates exceeded the pace of incoming orders again in July. Classes 5-7 continued to be a model of consistency with orders in line with build and steady, if low, backlogs...
Polar Service Centers adds second location in Portland OR area
Sep 12, 2012 11:31 AM
Polar Service Centers has opened a second, larger location in metropolitan Portland OR, specializing in parts, service, and major repairs for all makes of bulk tank trailers and tank bodies...
ATA Truck Tonnage Index remains unchanged in July, after June increase
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
The American Trucking Associations' advanced seasonally adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index was unchanged in July after increasing 1.1% in June....
OPW to market Goodyear petroleum dispensing hoses in Europe
Sep 12, 2012 11:41 AM
OPW Fueling Components EMEA, a global business unit of OPW Fueling Components Group, a Dover Company, announced it has reached an exclusive long-term sales and marketing agreement with Veyance Technologies, the manufacturer of Goodyear Industrial Hose, to act as the sole sales and marketing channel for Veyance Technolgies petroleum dispensing hoses and other related products used in commercial and retail fueling markets...
Ryder technician named TMCSuperTech 2012 grand champion
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
The American Trucking Associations' Technology & Maintenance Council recognized Christopher Barnett of Hebron KY as the nation's top truck technician....
DAT NA Freight Index August freight volume rises on spot market
Sep 13, 2012 1:17 PM
TransCore’s DAT North American Freight Index outpaced August 2011 volume by 8.4%. This is the sixth time in 2012 volume has exceeded prior year levels...
FMCSA sharpens focus on Compliance Safety Accountability program
Aug 28, 2012 12:46 PM
The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced several new improvements to its Compliance Safety Accountability (CSA) enforcement program that will enable it to more quickly identify and address high-risk truck and bus companies with compliance concerns...
FTR reports preliminary Class 8 orders rebound in August from anemic July Numbers
Sep 12, 2012 11:40 AM
FTR Associates released preliminary data showing August Class 8 truck net orders at 15,935 units, up 27% from July. While August numbers were much better than July, the month still ranks as the second lowest order month since August 2010...
Eaton improves hybrid power systems
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Eaton Corporation has announced enhancements that will increase fuel economy, performance, and payback of its hybrid power system for commercial vehicles....
ACT Research also says Class 8 preliminary net orders recover in August
Sep 12, 2012 11:39 AM
North America heavy-duty Class 8 commercial vehicle preliminary net orders for August, as reported by ACT Research Co LLC, recovered from July, while Classes 5-7 net orders were at their lowest level since January...
Paccar recognizes four Meritor facilities
Aug 1, 2012 9:29 AM
Meritor Inc announced that four of its manufacturing facilities were presented with the 2011 Quality Achievement Award from Paccar Inc. This award recognizes suppliers that have achieved a defect rate of 50 parts per million (ppm) or less during 2011...
Construction spending continues year-over-year growth
Sep 13, 2012 1:11 PM
Construction spending in July maintained consistent year-over-year growth despite a pullback from the June peak, according to an analysis of new federal data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said they expect the disparity between private and public construction to persist unless Washington acts to fix infrastructure funding challenges and pass long-delayed measures...
Driver's Digest now a free app
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Volvo Trucks' Driver's Digest magazine is now available as an app for iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch users. The mobile app gives users access to digital...
People in the News
Fleets
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Hoyer Deep Sea has named Virginie Colombier as new area sales manager, to take over joint responsibility with Manuel Piot for regular customers and acquisition...
Suppliers
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
OPW Fueling Components EMEA, a Dover company, has hired Fred Hess as director of sales and marketing-OPW EMEA. He comes to OPW after spending the past...
Equipment News
Comdata has cardless fuel breakthrough
Aug 8, 2012 9:11 AM
Comdata announced that it is processing live customer transactions via its cardless fueling technology, representing an industry breakthrough in cardless fueling...
Keller assists carriers with filing HVUTs
Aug 1, 2012 9:42 AM
J J Keller & Associates Inc is assisting carriers with the filing of their IRS Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) through its online service, 2290online.com. The Internal Revenue Service mandates electronic filing of Form 2290 for companies with 25 or more motor vehicles over the 55,000-pound weight limit...
Mouvex to launch eccentric disc pump at NTTC’s Annual Tank Truck Show & Maintenance Seminar
Sep 25, 2012 3:20 PM
Mouvex, a leading manufacturer of positive displacement pumps, vane compressors, screw compressors and hydraulic coolers, is pleased to announce the launch of its CC20 Eccentric Disc truck pump in the United States used oil truck and transport market...
Sure Seal introduces 345-Series butterfly valves
Sep 25, 2012 3:07 PM
Sure Seal, a leader in bulk transport valves and part of OPW Fluid Transfer Group, announces the availability of its new 345-Series butterfly valves for use in rugged environmental conditions and with various types of loads...
Xata Turnpike integrates with TMWSuite transportation software
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Xata Corporation's Xata Turnpike fleet management software is now integrated with TMWSuite transportation management software from TMW Systems. This integration...
Blackmer bypass valves earn UL approval
Sep 12, 2012 11:07 AM
Blackmer announced that the company received UL listing approval June 1, 2012, to provide BVľ and BV1 bypass valves with a high-pressure spring option....
BTI’s BlackMaxx butterfly valve: stronger, tougher, lighter
Sep 25, 2012 3:25 PM
Bulk Tank Incorporated announces the launch of its BlackMaxx Butterfly Valve. According to BTI engineers, the new valve features a few industry firsts...
Networkfleet card helps fleets control fuel costs
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Networkfleet is offering the Networkfleet Fuel and Service Card with integrated fuel card reporting. In partnership with Wright Express, a provider of...
Griswold pumps serve oil and gas needs
Sep 19, 2012 10:14 AM
Griswold Pump Company announced that its 811 Series ANSI centrifugal pumps offer standard-setting performance and reliability for a wide range of operations within the oil and gas industry...
TRP offers driveshaft component program
Aug 22, 2012 10:09 AM
TRP announces the availability of its driveshaft component program. This complete program offers premium U-joints and center bearings in a variety of sizes and applications...
Magellan helps commercial truckers successfully navigate
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Magellan is entering the commercial transportation navigation GPS market with the introduction of its RoadMate Commercial 5190T GPS navigator. It is designed...
New Girard 3” Orange DuraSeal gaskets will last longer and save time, money
Sep 25, 2012 3:04 PM
For the past 30 years, the industry standard for gaskets was simply a flat PTFE ring designed for 3” pipe caps and swivel nut connections. Girard Equipment has now improved on the industry standard...
Kelso Technologies launches new truck products, appoints president
Jun 26, 2012 3:45 PM
Kelso Technologies Inc, Vancouver BC, Canada, announced that it has incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary company named Kelso Innovative Solutions Inc(KIS) in Nevada. The new subsidiary will focus on engineering industrial designs and distribution plans for its patented Kelso Klincher (KKS) manway securement system for applications in the roadway trucking and trailer market. KIS will be based in the Houston TX area...
Betts Spring adds two quarter fenders
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Betts Spring has expanded its distribution bundle by adding two quarter fenders to its line of spray suppression components...
Articles
Green Energy serves oilfield clients with LNG-fueled fleet
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM, By Charles E Wilson
After building two successful oilfield service companies for other owners, Roger Nevill decided it was time to create something of his own. The company...
Latest Bentek Energy Forecast predicts US crude oil production to rise 74% by 2022
Sep 13, 2012 1:14 PM
Crude oil production in the United States is projected to grow by 74%, or more than 4.9 million barrels per day (MMb/d), during the next 10 years to an average of 11.6 MMb/d by 2022, according to Bentek Energy, the energy data analytics unit of Platts, a leading global energy, petrochemicals and metals information provider...
Fleets see natural gas as fuel alternative but with hesitations
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Slightly over half (51.4%) of the carriers surveyed in a recent study are considering natural gas (NG) fueled trucks when new trucks are purchased, but...
Handling used-oil
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
MUCH LIKE can become the new in the world of clothing design, has become the new color for conscientiousness in the business world. Over the past decade,...
Industry has to let go of archaic ideas and develop a bold plan to deal with truck driver shortage, Voorhees says
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM, By Rick Weber
The tank-truck industry has to take responsibility for the driver-shortage issue and make fundamental changes in the way it approaches hiring, according...
Shale boom
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM, By Rick Weber
National Tank Truck Carriers past president John Conley believes shale energy growth has been very good for the trucking industry, but worries that trucking...
Improvement requires a change in safety culture, which is done through hiring, training, technology, incentives, and rewards
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM, By Rick Weber
In 2004, Florida Rock & Tank Lines Inc decided to make some changes to its safety program. Vice president of safety Jim Anderson and president Rob Sandlin...
CTRMC releases document offering protocol to protect workers on top of cargo tanks
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM, By Rick Weber
Take it from Peter Van Dyne, technical director for Liberty Mutual Insurance and secretary of the Cargo Tank Risk Management Committee (CTRMC): Falls...
Preventive maintenance scheduling a top fleet priority
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Preventive maintenance (PM) scheduling is the top priority for the majority of fleets that use maintenance management software. According to an ongoing...
Brake rules
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
As part of its continued efforts to help educate the industry about the federal reduced stopping distance mandate, Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC...
Convention Calendar
Oct 1, 2012 12:00 PM
October 16-18, 2012 California Clean Energy Roundtable, The Montage Hotel, Laguna Beach CA. Ph: (303)534-2500 or access www.CleanEnergy.com October 22-24,...
