New LNG tank trailer builder opens plant in Houston TX
Applied Cryo Technologies, a new builder of cryogenic tank trailers for liquefied natural gas (LNG), officially opened its new Houston TX production facility on January 5... FTR reports SCI for November begins expected decline into 2013
FTR Associates’ Shippers Conditions Index (SCI) for November 2012 fell marginally from October to a reading of -5.3, the precursor to what is expected to be a more challenging environment for shippers in 2013... Bendix recommends high performance friction for RSD brakes
Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC, responding to industry confusion about the performance of replacement brake linings in the new reduced stopping distance (RSD) era, recently completed stopping-distance testing and analysis of RSD-compliant brakes relined with a range of aftermarket friction products... QualaWash expands tank wash network with acquisitions in Shreveport LA, Neenah WI
QualaWash Holdings, LLC, North America's largest independently owned provider of commercial cleaning & maintenance services to the portable bulk container industry, announced on January 16 two new acquisitions: Shreveport Tank Wash in Shreveport LA and Tank Wash Specialists in Neenah WI. Both purchases were finalized in the fourth quarter of 2012, making them the third and fourth acquisitions for QualaWash in that quarter... JJ Keller looks back on 60 years of guiding truck fleets in compliance, safety, and best practices
In 2013, the “Diamond K” logo of J J Keller & Associates Inc will take on new meaning as the company begins a year-long celebration of its 60th “Diamond” Anniversary ... PSI kicks off 20-year anniversary by honoring first fleet customer
On December 18, 2012 Pressure Systems International (PSI) kicked off its 20-Year anniversary celebration with a luncheon honoring its first major fleet customer, H-E-B, one of the largest independent food retailers in the nation headquartered in San Antonio TX... ATA pleased US Supreme Court to decide port regulations appeal
American Trucking Associations officials say they are pleased that the US Supreme Court agreed on January 11 to hear ATA’s petition to review the Port of Los Angeles' attempt to impose a comprehensive licensing scheme on carriers using the port under the guise of environmental improvements... Polar unifies brands as Rockwell American
Polar Corporation announced that its Quality Trailer Products and Century Wheel & Rim operations are officially doing business as Rockwell American effective January 2... TRP provides remanufactured brakes line
TRP has introduced an aftermarket brake program that offers brake linings for both 20,000- and 23,000-pound applications, helping operators comply with the newest truck, trailer, and bus requirements... Luber-finer launches TRT mobile website
Luber-finer announces the launch of its new oil filter Time Release Technology (TRT) Value Calculator mobile website. This new mobile website can be accessed at www.luberfiner.com/value-calculator... GreenHunter Water acquires 2 South Texas oilfield service companies
GreenHunter Energy Inc, a diversified water resource, waste management and environmental services company specializing in the unconventional oil and natural gas shale resource plays, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, GreenHunter Water, LLC, acquired two oilfield water service and construction companies that provide services to oil and natural gas producers in the Eagle Ford Shale... FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index continues rise into strong positive territory
FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index for November 2012 as reported in the January 2013 Trucking Update rose almost two full points to a reading of 9.7. The gain was expected by FTR as conditions impacting trucking will continue to improve in anticipation of a tightened market in 2013... TCP Survey finds that carriers are willing to support younger drivers
Results from Transport Capital Partners’ (TCP) Fourth Quarter 2012 Business Expectations survey found that over 80% of carriers surveyed are willing to support allowing younger, properly trained drivers to enter the driving pool... ATA celebrates safety accomplishments, commits to further action
Substantive progress has been made on more than half of 20 critical steps necessary to further reduce highway crashes, according to a new progress report released January 8 by the American Trucking Associations on its progressive safety agenda... Preliminary Class 8 orders for December 2012 only marginally higher than November
FTR Associates released preliminary data showing December 2012 Class 8 truck net orders at 20,836 units, just 6% higher than November 2012 and a 30% drop from the same month a year ago. While orders were low historically for December, those received in the last three months of 2012 were well above the prior six months. Preliminary order numbers are for all major North American OEMs... ACT Research report reviews Classes 5-8 preliminary net orders
North America heavy-duty GVW Classes 5-8 preliminary net orders for December 2012 represent an improvement from where orders were through most of the past year, according to the latest ACT Research report... Three drivers from carriers with tank fleets named to new America's Road Team
In a first, three top drivers from trucking companies with tank fleet operations were selected by the American Trucking Associations to be part of the 2013-2014 America's Road Team. The premier group of professional truck drivers, all with millions of accident-free miles, will spend the next two years representing the trucking industry and delivering its highway safety message to the motoring public... Ruan joins Iowa Business Hall of Fame
John Ruan III, chairman of Ruan Transportation Management Systems Inc, was inducted in the Iowa Business Hall of Fame recently. This award recognizes outstanding leaders who have made significant contributions to business and community development in Iowa... BTI’s new EasyAccess Multi-Angle Neck Extension improves ergonomics of butterfly valve operation
Bulk Tank Inc (BTI) unveiled its new EasyAccess Multi-Angle Neck Extension at the National Tank Truck Carriers Tank Truck Show & Maintenance Seminar October 23, 2012... TouchStar rolls out XPRESS BUNDLED for oilfield haulers
New from TouchStar Solutions LLC is the XPRESS BUNDLED electronic run ticketing system specifically designed for crude oil and water hauling... Sure Seal introduces 2” Aeration Butterfly Valves
Sure Seal, a leader in bulk transport valves and part of OPW Fluid Transfer Group, now offers its new patent pending two-inch Aeration Butterfly Valves (ABV). Designed for reliability and hassle-free installation, the valve replaces conventional ball valves and eliminates the need for additional components necessary for individual hopper aeration... BTI introduces ultra-lightweight aeration butterfly valve
Bulk Tank Inc (BTI) has added an ultra-lightweight aeration valve to its expanding line of innovative products for the pneumatic tank trailer sector. The valve connects directly to the airline and weighs a fraction of conventional aeration valves... EQT Infrastructure II to acquire Westway Group
EQT Infrastructure II has agreed to launch a public tender offer to acquire premier provider of bulk liquid storage Westway Group Inc for approximately $419 million in aggregate cash consideration or $6.70 in cash per common share. The deal was announced December 21, 2012... Used truck sales volumes struggle in November 2012
Class 8 used truck unit sales sank 16% month-over-month in November 2012. The update on the used market was reported in the latest release of the State of the Industry: US Classes 3-8 Used Trucks ... Nominations sought for Goodyear’s Highway Hero Award
Nominations for Goodyear’s 30th North America Highway Hero Award will be accepted until January 31, 2013, at www.goodyeartrucktires.com...
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