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January 2017 ISSUE 104

—SE RVI N G Q U É B E C & ATLANTI C PR OVI N CES —

Load Covering Experts L

oad Covering Solutions (LCS) remains a strong supply chain partner to Owner Operators, Fleets & OEM’s across North America by meeting the changing needs of today’s shippers and receivers.

Seven years ago after operating successfully for 30 years under the well-recognized corporate name of Aero-Kit Industries Canada, the corporation decided to do one of the most unprecedented maneuvers by changing its name in Canada and opening up a new presence in Buffalo, NY under the new corporate banner of Load Covering Solutions.

With loyalty and ownership in Canada, LCS continues its Corporate operations in Burlington, Ontario supplying engineered load covering solutions for a vast variety of new and expanding worldwide industries while expanding its dealer network across North America and Australia to provide enhanced flexibility in meeting the needs for localized sales and service to our customers.

Once asked, “What keeps a company in business servicing the same industry for almost 4 decades?” The simple answer was: “Passion for Change”.

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THIS MONTH’S THEME Truck Equipment

NEW PRODUCTS & SERVICES

SG Custom Introduces Revolutionary Grey Wolf Box Frame Flatdeck

VOCATIONAL TRUCKING

The vehicles, issues, challenges, and opportunities in Vocational Trucking.

TIRES & WHEELS

Tire & Wheel News & Technology.

TRACTION & TRUCKPRO

Locations Throughout Canada.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES DIRECTORY

Locations Throughout Canada.

TRUCK STOP DIRECTORY

Locations and services offered by truck stops on highways across the country.

CAREERS

Trucking Industry employment related topics.

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LCS developed the first and only dome roof sliding system widely known today as the Slide Kit™ LCS >> PAGE 1

As a recognized industry innovator, LCS manufactures an expanding wide range of load covering system models for flatbed open deck trucks and trailers in North America.

With the industry’s focus and attention for aerodynamics solely being concentrated on trucks and van trailers, LCS initiated in 2008 a program to be the 1st and leading manufacturer of aerodynamic innovations for its own load covering systems. LCS first looked at the requirement for Steel Haulers and why they required such a high square box for hauling round coils. With the assistance of a well-recognized Ontario Steel Hauler LCS developed the first and only dome roof sliding system widely known today as the Slide Kit™. This system allows standard 72” coils to be loaded eye to the front or side. With the assistance of sophisticated aerodynamic software the LCS team created a Patented Bullet like front wind fairing that is so impressive due to super enhanced overall stability, driver’s comment: “It’s like having no trailer behind the truck”! This product was well received in the market place to the point that today, LCS has many fleets that are running exclusively a dome roof system in their operation.

The next project was to improve overall fuel efficiency for the standard Square Top system, known as The LOOK ™. This project was initiated as a result of the rapidly growing concerns made by fleet owners over mounting fuel costs prompting trucking fleets to reduce the heights

of their load covering systems. LCS recognized the impact of lost load versatility and the potential inability to be able to haul higher loads that the entire rolling covering system’s future could be in jeopardy. So LCS took to the challenge of finding a way to increase the maximum height of a system above the deck of a trailer while increasing fuel efficiency, reducing wind drag and promoting driver safety.

ALCS Hard Roof /Soft Side Curtain Systems.

POWAIR- Air Release Front Lock Mechanism.

The Windmaster SMARTLOOK™. Our newest Aerodynamic, Patent Pending load covering system.

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enthusiast and standard on each bulkhead a mirror finish stainless over width man door was added.

While these successes have proven noteworthy and differentiate LCS from all competitors, the LCS team never stops innovating. To improve overall driver usability and ease of operation, LCS took its original 1994 vertically operated front latch locking mechanism and converted it to another new product innovation now known as POWAIR™. The operator never has to circle the front of their truck to unlock both sides but rather pulls an air switch and watch its front car frame breakaway from its locked position with ease from the driver’s side of the cab, improving overall loading and unloading efficiency.

If overhead loading is not a requirement, LCS is one of only 2 manufacturers in North America that offers a Hard Roof, Soft Side European-like Curtain Wall System where if the load side shifts you are always guaranteed to get it off the trailer. Curtain Wall Systems are much more forgiving than a retractable with much reduced maintenance required.

As a result the newest Patent Pending load covering system, branded as Windmaster SMARTLOOK™ emerged at the Mid-America Truck Show in Kentucky, in 2015.

Designed by state of the art aerodynamic software, the fully tested fiberglass bulkhead bolts to an optimum 20” ahead of the deck of a flatbed trailer providing full deck utilization, with interior cargo control being organized off the deck. The best part is the 9.96% wind drag reduction in comparison to any flat style bulkhead resulting in 4.98% better fuel efficiency. Available in dozens of gelcoat finishes this product changes the look of the front of a flatbed load covering trailer and no longer appears as an add on component. To appease the show and shine

LCS prides itself in having a knowledgeable and trusted team of professionals to service the truck & trailer transportation industry. We all know that a trucking operation demands 24/7 service and only LCS has weekend service and repair options that are considered some of the best in the business. Our Senior technicians work diligently to train both dealers and fleets on the installation and maintenance of our product, ensuring our customers can receive knowledgeable service and repair throughout North America to keep your fleets on the road and on their way. The LCS team takes pride in seeing our customer’s completed products drive down the road on a daily basis and are passionate about delivering an excellent product. LCS recognizes its success and ability to service the market by honoring annually those staff members that have reached incredible milestones with years of service awards for 5-10-15-20-25 and soon approaching 30 years of dedication and loyalty.

For further information about Load Cover Solutions and our expanding line of covering systems, please go to www.loadcoveringsolutions.com and/or call us at 877.790.5665.

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CROSS BORDER SERVICES

Fentanyl, The New Death Terror

BY DAWN TRUELL

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fter recently listening to a woman in Calgary, AB, who has been recovering from a fentanyl addiction, now talks about her life following her 100-pills-a-day routine, I had to research this recent fentanyl boom.

This horribly addictive drug called fentanyl, 50 times more potent than heroin, is not new to the pharmaceutical industry; however it is new to the drug smuggling and drug using world. Deaths due

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to fentanyl overdose have been on the rise in the past few years.

Let’s go back to the beginning of this drug and its origins.

Where fentanyl began was with a discovery by Paul Janssen for the medical industry in 1959 in Belgium. Janssen, who later formed his pharmaceutical company, Janssen Pharmaceutical, first manufactured this drug as an intravenous for anesthesia and furthered that discovery by creating fentanyl transdermal patches for use in chronic pain management.

How did this drug intended for the practice of medicine end up in China? In 1985 Janssen’s company formed the first Western pharmaceutical factory in the People’s Republic of China. Janssen’s target was specifically for the doctors and hospitals around the world.

Unfortunately, today’s fentanyl is being massively synthetically produced and smuggled into North America from China. From California to British Columbia a n d now

across to the East Coasts, the result we are now facing is an overdose death toll which is rising; in Canada

there are reported 877 casualties, in USA over 50,000.

RCMP in Nanaimo, BC, seized one kilogram of fentanyl during a traffic stop on the

Trans Canada Highway on October 10, 2016.

CBSA then seized plastic bags containing 1.45

kilograms of fentanyl in Victoria, BC, enough for 725,000 overdoses. The origin: China. The value: $1.2 million.

On October 13, Lethbridge, AB, Police seized 777 fentanyl pills on five p e o p l e, 1 9 3 f e n t a n y l pills were found in two homes and two cars, 584 fentanyl pills were found in a vehicle stopped in Aldersyde, AB. On November 23, Grand Prairie, AB, 2,000 fentanyl pills were seized in a countryside home.

In Hamilton, ON, liquid fentanyl was found in a Marilyn Court home, three people were arrested by Hamilton Police.

On October 11, Oshawa, ON, three men were charged after drug trafficking heroin laced with fentanyl.

In Quebec City, QC, $1.5 million worth of fentanyl seized.

In Edmonton, AB, 2,000

fentanyl pills seized by ALERT worth $545,000, found in hidden compartments of vehicles.

The lists go on and on in last year’s fentanyl drug busts. The sad part is that hundreds and hundreds of our Canadians are dying from this epidemic. Please do your part in stopping this illegal drug trade.

If you or someone you know suspects someone of carrying, smuggling or even taking fentanyl, please contact your local police and report this activity, anonymous tips are always welcome.

For information about aiding in the fight against drug smuggling, anti terrorism, safety & compliance programs such as C-TPAT, FAST, PIP, CSA, please contact Cross Border Services at www. crossborderservices.ca or email dawntruell@gmail. com.

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Controlling Your Largest Operating Expense

BY BRUCE SAYER

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ue to the nature of the business, controlling your trucking company’s largest operating expense is very difficult to manage.

Up to 35% of all company money goes to fuel. Detailed monitoring of fuel purchases and consumption on a day to day basis is vitally important to your company’s success.

Without the adequate tools and resources to maintain tight controls, your business is at risk of poorly handled fuel management, which could result in thousands of dollars in wasted expense.

What makes fuel expense so difficult to control is the simple fact that you are not there 24/7 watching over the operation of your trucks as they traverse the

highways and byways of North America. A typical

tracked and analyzed.

Fuel card programs are

in gaining real control over fuel management

benefits above and beyond the cost control-

accounting department tracks, monitors and con-

tractor trailer unit will consume up to $2,000.00 of diesel fuel per week.

Even a slight variance in expenditures, either to the positive or negative, will have tremendous impact on your bottom line over weeks and months of operation.

Fuel consumption can vary heavily due to road conditions and load weight. Driver habit and mechanical condition of the working equipment also plays a major role in consumption. These variables create an extremely difficult situation to assess conditions and implement control measures.

Knowing what is spent on fuel, how and where it is purchased is essential information in the process of maintaining fuel expense control measures across your fleet of trucks. Through the use of tools such as reporting and fuel purchase alerts, truck company owners and fuel managers have the means to enforce cost saving policies as the purchases occur.

It is a proven fact that expenses are controlled better when they are

an extremely effective means of implementing control management systems such as detailed real time reporting and issuing alerts. If a driver makes a purchase outside of the parameters set by management, this information is recorded instantly along with the driver’s name and vehicle number. By establishing fueling policies and limits, such as number of purchases per day, your company is protected against unauthorized expenses that threaten the profitability of your company. Hours can make all the difference; instant reporting of spending activities and driver progress allows management to have control over fuel expenses as they occur and provide the means to cut overall operating costs through real time monitoring. In addition, with the aid of concise reporting, fuel related tax preparation becomes a straightforward process.

Creating company fueling policies and utilizing a fuel card program to govern day to day governance is the first step

and cost saving measures. Once policies and systems are in place, communicate these work practices to your drivers and provide them with the cards for use.

Let them know that all diesel fuel purchases are being monitored. Inform them of what fleet products and services are permitted and what are restricted with their diesel fuel cards. This will help to control costs, quality and consistency of the commodities and services that support your working fleet.

Choose your Fuel card provider carefully as not all programs offer the same features and benefits. Ensure the program you choose includes extensive security controls including the need to enter a unique password for each transaction to aid against purchase fraud. In the event a card becomes lost or stolen, it should be a simple matter of closing out the compromised card, thereby retaining full security of your account.

With the proper fuel card program, additional

ling features and security measures can be extensive. Accutrac Capital provides a Fuel Discount Card, a fuel card program that provides significant discounts on the cost of fuel at major truck stops across North America.

This cost saving advantage levels the playing field, allowing any size fleet, from one truck companies to mid-size carriers to compete against the larger fleets. Further, the card allows each driver the ability to access up to $100.00 per day in cash advance from terminals within authorized truck stops. With this feature, your driver pool has the ability to safely manage cash while on the road while your company’s

trols each withdrawal.

Most importantly, Accutrac Capital provides credit terms to qualified trucking companies allowing you the flexibility to postpone payments on your fuel account.

The spending habits of your drivers and your company’s money management will largely determine the success of your trucking company.

Discount Fuel Cards are amongst the most powerful financial tools available to trucking companies engaged in the pursuit of expense management and fuel cost reduction.

For more information on Discount Fuel Cards, please call 855.838.7575 or visit www.accutraccapital.com.

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VERX DIRECT

Holiday Fun Can Be Risky Business Drivers Licence Suspensions are Common During Holidays

BY CHRISTOPHER HOPE, VERX DIRECT

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ssessing risk is all about trying to identify potential possibilities and take action to prepare for them.

Sometimes we are able to make educated guesses that can limit our exposure to not just the likely, but what could be considered dangerously probable.

Common sense and a good understanding of human nature can help determine times of greatest risk as it relates to driving habits and the chances of having an employee’s licence suspended. One of the greatest times of risk is while travelling during the holidays.

On a holiday weekend or over an extended seasonal event such as the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, road traffic increases as people drive further to see family and attend social events. Because of the social aspect and increase in highway traffic, the police conduct more road spot checks for alcohol, seat belt and speeding infractions. What’s more, many of these spot checks are at odd times, such as first thing in the morning to catch late partiers or those who have not quite sobered up completely after a short sleep at the tail end of the night’s celebrations. Because of the large number of people travelling greater distances, and more frequent police spot checks at more locations, the chances of getting pulled over and therefore charged with an offence that results in a suspended

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licence increases substantially. In the winter, travelling more often in hazardous weather conditions leads to more accidents, which can also result in potential charges and licence suspensions. More people, more travel, more suspensions.

For fleet managers and company owners, every holiday weekend is a time of heightened risk to the efficiency of their fleet.

Each driver-employee leaves for the holiday with every intention of having a good time, enjoying a break, and never running afoul of the Highway Traffic Act between Friday afternoon and Monday morning. Most don’t realize that, statisticallyspeaking, on any holiday weekend the chances of getting pulled over or having an accident/collision are far higher Friday afternoon when employees leave work than it was on their journey to work that very morning. The altered traffic dynamics caused by any holiday period can have a wide ranging ripple effect. Police know that people on their way home on a Friday afternoon of a holiday weekend can sometimes drive fast, and so they prepare accordingly.

It is only logical that holidays are the time of greatest risk for suspended licences. On any holiday time in the summer, those employees who have a waterfront cottage or who are frequent anglers or outdoor enthusiasts, can now have their driver’s licence suspended for boat-

ing offences. Likewise in the winter, snowmobile infractions can do the same, and at any time of the year the improper care and control of ATVs can put a driver’s licence under suspension and not just one class, but all of them. All of these risks take place away from work with the risk greatest over a holiday.

To minimize this risk to your driving staff and fleet operations, timing is everything. Suspensions incurred over a holiday period take a few days to get processed into each province’s database.

Every fleet manager and company owner by now should have a protocol in place to regularly verify that their employee’s driver’s licences are valid for the class required to operate the company’s vehicles. Whether you check monthly (many do) or quarterly (at the minimum), timing the licence check for later in the week after a holiday has the best chance of identifying a suspended licence early, and therefore successfully avoiding potential tragedy.

It’s a simple case of “cause and effect”: the holiday is the cause and the suspended licence is the effect. Yes, it’s certainly true that a licence can be suspended at any time and in almost any place, but the holidays are when the risk for an employee to receive a suspension is greatest.

For every company large or small, a regular checking of employee licences for suspensions in the period just after a holiday plays ‘the odds’ really well.

Checking in the week after New Year’s, after May 24th, after Labour Day and after Hallowe’en spaces the checks out quarterly and times them in the most cost-efficient way to follow the key holidays.

Catching suspended licences early is key; risk is magnified by the length of time an employee drives for you while suspended.

Today, serious legal troubles result if a company can’t demonstrate at least the minimum amount of due diligence in regards to checking for suspended licences in their fleet. And if a driver gets in an ac-

cident while suspended and it’s shown that the company has not checked their licence in a long time (6 months or longer), then the company has almost no legal defence.

This risk is what VerX Direct refers to as Road Risk Exposure, which is the length of time a suspended licence is driving on the road undetected.

Sometimes an employee that loses their licence on their private time, such as on a long weekend or over the Christmas holidays, will say to themselves “it’s just a 6-month suspension, it’ll pass fast, so I’ll take a chance and not say anything.” By staying silent, the employee has turned his personal 6-month suspension into your company’s Road Risk Exposure problem for the next six months, or a year, or indefinitely.

Public Safety is the most important reason for regularly verifying that an employee’s licence is valid; no company wants to put the public at risk, and everyone has a duty to contribute to overall road safety. But, beyond the

obvious human tragedy resulting from an accident are the steep economic costs. Just one driver getting in a serious accident while possessing a suspended licence can wipe out the whole company and put every other driver out of work.

Ve r X D i r e c t s t u d i e s driver and traffic data to measure risk. The data we look at creates identifiable patterns of activity, which leads to a deeper understanding of causes and effects. Traffic Safety is one of the few fields where any number above zero is unacceptable, whether it be number of accidents, number of drunk-driving charges, or number of suspended licences. The goal is to keep suspended drivers off the road so that their Road Risk Exposure to the public is zero. But the Road Risk Exposure to your company from a suspended licence incurred by one (or more) of your drivers over the holidays can be easily kept to a minimum by watching the calendar and timing your licence checks to cover them.

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BUSINESS INSURANCE MATTERS

Sub Brokering Freight

BY LINDA COLGAN

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any carriers have sub brokered freight at one point or another without anticipating any problem.

However, when a loss happens it is not the time to start worrying about whether the insurance policy responds or if the carrier’s cargo policy will provide sufficient coverage.

The time to worry about this is well in advance of the load being dispatched.

It is so important to know that the load is sufficiently covered with the limits re-

corded and to know if any restrictive covenants apply to the policy.

Normally a carrier has incorporated contingent cargo coverage through their transportation insurance programme. If a load is sub brokered to a transportation company who utilize a “non traditional” transportation Insurer, serious exposures could leave the originating carrier vulnerable.

For example, if a carrier has valid cargo insurance through a non-traditional market, their cargo policy could exclude theft between specified times or better still the cargo could be for owned goods and exclude the freight of others altogether. We have all heard of the nightmares of non-traditional markets denying claims because the reefer unit ran out of diesel or due to temperatures not being accurately set.

Ask questions of the carri-

er, or better still their insurance Broker. What restrictive endorsements apply i.e., theft, non-attended vehicle, is refrigeration breakdown included, are there exclusions that apply to the commodity that is being shipped? Securing a certificate of insurance is a must for any load broker or trucking company releasing loads into the custody of others; however certificates should ONLY be accepted from the insurance Broker or the Insurer of the carrier. There should be no exception to this rule.

Also, if picking up loads, it is only prudent to know what is being transported and how. Is the freight being carried by a consolidated bill? What if one of the loads originated under an airline bill of lading and is now en route in one of your trailers? Are the cargo limits still sufficient?

Have your drivers been educated to check the bill

of lading before leaving to make sure that the bill of lading does not reflect a declared valued unless authorized by dispatch? If not, accepting a load with a declared value on the bill of lading could exhaust cargo limits and leave the carrier self insuring the difference between the value of the load and the insurance limits of the insurance policy purchased.

What about shipper’s contracts? This poses a huge concern as the contract of insurance does not necessarily weave into the terms posed by a shipper’s contract. Dispatch should be alerted NOT to sign contracts and refer them to management for negotiation. Some load brokers are specifying terms on documents and expecting these terms to be carried throughout the duration of the freight’s journey. Some load brokers are making reference to contracts on

their paperwork and in the event of a claim are hiding behind the expectation that this contract is in play with the mere gesture that the carrier accepted the load.

Educate dispatch not to accept any shipper’s contract or the terms that hold the carrier hostage to any and all losses or delay. Simply, your insurance contract will not support these unreasonable terms. A carrier has limited defences by law - don’t throw them away.

In summary, sub brokering freight as a carrier or being a load broker has major pitfalls and the best risk management tool is to

minimize, reduce or eliminate the exposure. Be aware of the markets and their exclusions as they relate to cargo coverage, and last but not least, remember not to accept certificates of insurance from anyone other than the Broker or Insurance Company.

Linda Colgan has been an Insurance Broker in the transportation industry since 1986 and is a Senior Account Executive with Bryson and Associates Insurance Brokers Inc. To contact Linda call 416.809.3103 or feel free to email Linda at lcolgan@ brysoninsurance.ca.

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THEME SECTION

THEME: TRUCK EQUIPMENT

Carriers Face Many Variables in Purchase of Truck Equipment

BY MAREK KRASUSKI

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ith continuous advancements in product development and regulatory changes always in the forefront, carriers are faced with a multitude of decisions in determining which equipment should be outfitted on commercial trucks, and when those decisions should take place. Telematics on vocational vehicles is a case in point, especially in mixed fleets. Companies may choose to equip telematics determined by vehicle class or vehicle usage. If safety is a priority then the preference may be to equip the entire fleet, while others may restrict the installation decision strictly to delivery vehicles where real-time monitoring and reporting capabilities to customers take precedence.

Decisions may also be based on size and affordability since widespread adoption of fleet management programs has not

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always been enthusiastically embraced. Smaller fleets, especially, feel they are not big enough to benefit from fleet management systems, and that the costs are too high to make it worthwhile, even though the ability to streamline operations, assess truck status, and provide a bird’s eye view of company operations are available immediately in real time. Affordability, today, may be less of a consideration, though slim industry margins do call for a rigorous accounting of all operational expenses.

Several years ago a telematics package could cost many thousands of dollars. Today the technology is much more accessible.

Instead of selling software to big companies at huge margins, providers began to target the smaller companies by offering leasing arrangements with minimal monthly rates.

Smaller carriers can now access programs for a few hundred dollars per month. These management product lines do vary among service providers, but one common thread is they all claim to have some kind of maintenance tracking component. With so many players in the industry, the difference between software products and suppliers really comes down to how easy

it is to use and the quality of service, a major bone of contention for fleets who frequently decry the lack of support services.

Spec’ing trucks for appropriate body types, particularly in an era governed by priorities such as fuel economy and green technologies, calls for careful consideration.

These days, aerodynamic add-ons have become important features in the attempt to achieve better yields. The undertray system for example incorporates several components and configurations that serve to redirect air flow more efficiently, thereby reducing aerodynamic drag and improving fuel savings. Air tabs are another device attached to truck and trailer bodies which reduce resistance by disrupting air flow and dispersing energy more evenly. Turbulence is reduced by changing the direction of the dominant flow pattern.

Unlike yesteryear when steel was the favoured choice, aluminum has since become the preferred product for dumps and other body parts due to its lightweight properties and fuel economy yields.

Manufacturers have seen up to a 50 percent increase in aluminum truck body production. Moreover, aluminum typically lasts longer than steel prod-

ucts – almost double that of steel – which means fewer vehicles need to be produced over the long run, thereby leaving a lighter environmental footprint. Aluminum does not normally rust, but it does corrode, particularly at the point where the aluminum meets steel.

Damage typically takes place along the bottom rail where the body is bolted to a steel undercarriage.

The merging of two dissimilar metals results in deterioration. To prevent galvanic corrosion experts advise installing a barrier or isolator such as tape, plastics and aluminum washers between the steel and aluminum.

This maintains an air gap between the aluminum part or body and a steel fastener. Also, using an aluminum washer between the steel nut and aluminum body or equipment is good practice.

Fuel consumption, a continuous threat to profitability if not properly managed, is primarily caused by three factors – resistance to inertia, rolling resistance and aerodynamics. The first can be improved with driver training and route planning; the second by design improvements to engine, truck, and axles, as well as tires efficiently designed to produce less friction. With the third factor, aerody-

namics, accounting for 50 percent of fuel consumption, and trailers responsible for the lion’s share of that expense, greater willingness to harness trailer technologies yields benefits, not only in improved fuel economy, but also in increased stability, reduced maintenance, and accelerated return on investment. With an eye to going green, the industry has been developing composite materials for both truck and trailer bodies using reusable materials.

The thin walls are up to a quarter inch thick with galvanized steel on the outside and recycled plastic as the core interior material. At the end of their life cycle the panels are recycled again. Most big trailer manufacturers offer some type of composite trailer, and thanks to their use by some national carriers, composite truck bodies are now becoming more widespread.

Aside from aerodynamic designs, spec’ing trucks with appropriate drivetrains, engines and tires will contribute to fuel efficiency. With tires, reduced rolling resistance continues to be the guiding principle in commercial tire purchases for fuel efficiency and cost savings. A number of factors determine rolling resistance. Among them are compounds which, ideally, should generate as little heat as possible – a goal undertaken in a process known as hysteresis. Developments in rubber chemistry and the blending of various compounds in tire layers and sidewalls are extending casing life cycles. Other determinants influence reduced rolling resistance such as the cross linking in the compound, tread pattern, and the number of grooves. By extension, the longer the casing life, the more retreads are possible. Retreads are a

significant cost saving to operators. Tires that have worn treads still have about 80 percent of their material still intact. In contrast to previous times when retreads earned a rightfully dubious reputation for poor quality, today’s retreading process is far superior, often outperforming safety records of even new tires, according to experts. Retreads today are regularly used on commercial and military airlines and carrier fleets.

In these post-recession times, accessories are back on equipment wish lists. There’s never a shortage of chrome parts, seat covers, visors, fairings and related aerodynamic components readily available from OEM and aftermarket suppliers to fill a need, sometimes to shape a corporate identity, and sometimes simply for personal preference. People want to be identified by their unique brand, and they want to be noticed by the overall presentation of their truck, including lights, decals and paint jobs, all of which create a distinct impression and help establish market position. Drivers with a penchant for customization are apt to replace factorymade pieces with products like visors that eliminate glare and minimize reflection as well as function as a centrepiece for building identity. Personalized visors can alter the look of a truck. Customers will ask for specific lighting shapes and sizes and load their visors with a lot of lights to distinguish themselves. Customization can also be driven by design changes originating with truck companies.

With the rapid pace of change characteristic of the trucking industry, there is never a shortage of newer iterations of truck equipment flowing through the innovation pipeline.

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THEME SECTION

MINIMIZER

Minimizer Introduces Two Innovative Products

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looming Prairie, Minnesota – Minimizer, known for its innovative ideas and groundbreaking product lines, is launching its fifth and sixth products of 2016 – the Trailer Slick Plate and the Tool Caddy.

“These products, consistent with our Tested and Tortured brand, offer solution-based answers for those in the heavy duty

trucking industry,” Minimizer CEO and Chief Visionary Craig Kruckeberg said.

The Trailer Slick Plate is a self-lubricating polymer plate that attaches to a trailer’s upper coupler. The result? Easier maintenance, no need for messy grease, and fewer issues with coupling tractors and trailers.

“The Trailer Slick Plate

is an excellent addition to our line,” Kruckeberg said. “Nobody wants to have to grease the upper coupler plate, and with this product, you don’t have to.”

The Trailer Slick Plate reduces wear and tear on the truck’s fifth wheel, as well as the trailer’s upper coupler. It also makes for easier trailer handling for drivers and increases

The new Tool Caddy attaches to the tire, creating a space to store up to 100 pounds of tools and gear.

The Trailer Slick Plate is a self-lubricating polymer plate that attaches to a trailer’s upper coupler.

steer tire life.

“If you drop-andhook often, then this is the product for you,” Kruckeberg said.

The Tool Caddy is the newest addition to Minim i z e r ’s M a i n t e n a n c e Line.

It attaches to the tire, creating a space to store up to 100 pounds of tools and gear.

“The Tool Caddy works really well if your truck breaks down and you’re forced to fix it roadside.

It’s also great in repair shops,” Kruckeberg said.

The Tool Caddy is designed to fit three applications – standard tires from 245 to 295 inches, Super Single tires, and flatbed trailers.

“The flatbed version is

meant to hold all of your straps as you load your cargo,” Kruckeberg said.

“And to top it off, the flatbed Tool Caddy fits inside of a 36-inch Minimizer Tool Box.” For more information or to contact a Minimizer distributor, call us at 800.248.3855 or visit our website or email us at info@minimizer.com.

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NEW PRODUCTS & SERVICES

WOMEN IN TRUCKING

Never Drive Alone

BY ELLEN VOIE

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he trucking industry is a closeknit community, especially for professional drivers. However, sometimes a familiar face may be hard to find when you’re out on the road.

Now you can know where your friends are through the new Women

In Trucking (WIT) app

by Trucker Sam. Currently available in Android version (IOS coming soon!), this app allows you to connect with your friends in real time. When you stop for the night at your favorite truck stop you’ll be able to open the app and see which of your friends are in the area.

You determine who can see your location, so you can have family members track you as well. Your kids (or grandkids) can see where you are and your spouse will know when to expect you for dinner.

You’ll feel more secure when you know the location of your loved ones and how far away they are

at any time. Even better, you can click on the app to call them or send them a message. You won’t feel alone on the road anymore with the Women In Trucking app by Trucker Sam. In addition to locating your friends, you’ll find other resources on the app. You can join (or renew) your membership to Women In Trucking Association or call us with the touch of a button. Read this blog on your app or check out the latest news or read about the newest member of the month.

You’ll also be able to connect to other members through the organization’s Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube social media ac-

counts. This is the ONLY 360 degree solution for professional drivers. Not only can you connect to your friends and family, you’ll have needed resources at your fingertips.

Whether you are looking for the nearest truck stop, a Walmart store, or ATM, you’ll find all of these services on the WIT app.

You’ll be able to connect with truck repair locations, towing services, tire repair shops, pharmacies and medical centers with one click.

Your family members can use the app as well.

Home contractors and tips are under the “home services” area. Working capital, job boards, and even loads can be found

in the WIT app by Trucker Sam. Recently we added a link to Truckers Against Trafficking so you can help a victim with the push of a button.

If you’ve got some down time, you can play games, watch funny videos, or listen to the radio on the app as well.

You don’t need to be a member of the Women In Trucking Association to download the app, but joining is easy and only $25 annually for professional drivers. As our community grows, more services will be available through the WIT app.

Download the Women In Trucking app by Trucker Sam now and start

connecting with your family and friends. Go to www.truckersam.com/ tswls/women-in-trucking for more information or download the app in Google Play (Women In Trucking app by SmartBUZZ, Inc.)

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GREAT DANE

Great Dane Announces Two New Features on Freedom XP Flatbed Trailers

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avannah, Georgia – Great Dane now features the JOST AX150 Alumilight landing gear and a new sliding suspension option on its Freedom XP all-aluminum flatbed trailers. These features have been added as part of Great Dane’s persistent effort to enhance the Freedom XP flatbed trailer and result from collaboration with our supply partners to provide

the highest quality, longest lasting equipment.

The JOST AX150 Alumilight landing gear is an aluminum hybrid series built for a maximum static load rating of 160,000 pounds and a rated lift capacity of 55,000 pounds.

An all-aluminum extruded upper leg and highstrength low-alloy (HSLA) steel lower leg provide strength and weight savings.

The landing gear has silicone-sealed steel covers and a polyester-coated HSLA steel lower leg that provide protection from harsh road conditions and chemicals for added corrosion resistance and durability. The AX150 Alumilight series includes a 10-year low-maintenance warranty. “ We a r e c o n t i n u a l l y working to enhance the features and capabilities

of our products by adopting new technologies and working with suppliers to improve product features,” said Roger Roach, Director, Freedom Product Engineering.

Great Dane’s new rear axle sliding, front axle fixed suspension option is now available on the 53foot Freedom XP flatbed.

The sliding suspension can be moved from the widespread position to

close the tandem distance and be California legal.

The distance from the king pin to the center line of the rear axle can be 480 inches in the forward position, 492 inches in the middle position or 540 inches in the rear position. The axle separation distance can be 61 inches, 73 inches or 121 inches.

“Our focus on providing our customers with safe and efficient equipment

drives our continuous design improvements,” said Chris Hammond, Executive Vice President of Sales. “One example of this can be found in our reinforced slider pin holes, which do not require the use of fabricated steel channels or angles like many of our competitors’ products. We worked with our suspension supplier during the early design phase to create a unique beam design that functions with commercially available flatbed bogies without the need for heavy steel adapters. Instead, we use galvanized steel wear pads and pin collars.”

Great Dane is committed to providing the latest innovations to help its customers ensure the safe and efficient delivery of goods. For more information about Freedom XP flatbeds, visit www. greatdanetrailers.com/ freedom-xp.

Visit Great Dane online at www.greatdanetrailers. com.

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NEW PRODUCTS & SERVICES

SG CUSTOM TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT

Introducing the Revolutionary Grey Wolf Original Box Frame Flatdeck

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he first and revolutionary box frame platform trailer is now available to the marketplace through SG Custom, Remorques Lewis and East Coast International. This trailer boasts the highest load per foot rating, superior roll stability and the best in all performance categories.

This is not a new concept. It’s new to North America.

The trailer is available with 2-8 axles.

This is a revolutionary steel box frame construction with the strongest aluminum floor available in the market, and the last flatbed trailer you will ever shop for.

The GREY WOLF is setting the new standard.

There are no cross members to rot and it is armed with extremely high torsional strength - 80,000 lbs., 4’ beam rating. Its many features include far

5” on aluminum) and galvanized (smooth) finish. Rust inhibited paint is also available.

Other design features are 9.5” lift on the innovative steer axles with a floor backed by 15

years of proven service.

Lighter weight material vs all aluminum (varies by model) is a less expensive alternative. The GREY WO L F h a s p r ov e n i t s mettle

with many years of service in the European heavy haul industry.

To p r o d u c e t h e innovative GREY WOLF

superior roll stability, low 11” gooseneck standard, low camber (1.5” vs

box frame flat deck trailer, SG Custom Transport Equipment has created a merger of three brand names with excellent

track records of building high performance products. The VANG’s box frame has been used successfully in heavy haul applications mirroring the tough applications found in Canada for many years. The DAMSEN floor has proven itself time

and again as the best floor in the industry for more than 15 years. WOLF I N N OVAT I O N S b r i n g s precise manufacturing s k i l l s acquired over more than 25 years designing and manufacturing complex tank trailers. SG Custom is a transport equipment dealer and manufacturer with offerings throughout Canada, the USA and internationally.

For more information contact Steve McNabb of SG Custom Tr a n s p o r t E q u i p m e n t at 519.546.0994, email steve@sgcustomtrailers. com or visit www.sgcustomtrailers.com.

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PETRO-CANADA LUBRICANTS

New Website Helps Clarify API CK-4 & FA-4

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etro-Canada Lubricants, a Suncor business, has launched a new API CK-4 and FA-4 information hub, creating a comprehensive online guide to the new heavy duty diesel engine oil categories for their first official licence date of December 1st.

The website DURONthetougherthebetter.com provides unique insights, background, videos, technical overviews and clear

answers to the most frequently asked API CK-4 and FA-4 questions; including how the new oils compare to the previous API CJ-4 category oils.

“We believe that API CK-4 and FA-4 will deliver major efficiency and operational benefits for businesses operating heavy duty vehicles in North America, but more needs to be done to raise awareness of this, which is why we have introduced the DURON-

thetougherthebetter.com website,” said Howard McIntyre, Vice President, Lubricants, Suncor. “End users will need to consider which oil category is most suitable for their vehicles depending on age, application, and operating conditions. The new DURON website will help them choose with confidence and understand the enhanced benefits such as extended drain intervals, higher fuel economy or extreme temperature protection they will receive.”

Petro-Canada Lubricants’ API CK-4 and FA-4 product line, DURON™ next generation, has been formulated using leading-edge lubricant technology to combine the best additives with the purest base oils. It will be available on the market from the first official license date of December 1st in four performance tiers: • DURON HP (High Performance) • DURON SHP (Super High Performance)

• DURON UHP (Ultra High Performance) • DURON Advanced (API FA-4) DURON ADVANCED will

stand as Petro-Canada Lubricants’ fully API FA-4 approved product and is specifically designed to maximize fuel economy

without sacrificing any engine protection.

For more information, please visit: duronthetougherthebetter.com.

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RIDEWELL SUSPENSIONS

Ridewell Axles Compatible with WABCO PAN-17 Air Disc Brake

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i d e w e l l Suspensions has released a five inch Ridewell brand axle compatible with WABCO PAN ® -17 air disc brake (ADB). The base axle is currently available in 71.5” and 77.5” track widths and a 29.5” width for Trunnion Mounts.

The WABCO PAN ®17 compatible axles offer a

redesigned KIC® LLC hub

a n d rotor for a more robust interface and a rotor

designed to increase cooling and reduce the potential for cracking.

The KIC® assembly also provides a premium National Gold PTFE wheel seal. Both PAN®-17 service or park brake chambers are available. The hubpiloted, 8 stud hub style

accommodates a 17.5” wheel size and long studs for aluminum wheels.

Ridewell brand axles are available in different tube and spindle

combinations. Axles can be ordered fully dressed with assorted options for on-highway and intermittent off-highway usage.

Ridewell manufactures

suspensions for the truck, t r a i l e r, b u s , a n d RV industries worldwide.

For more information, contact Ridewell Suspensions, P.O. Box 4586, Springfield, MO 65808. Call 800.641.4122; email info@ridewellcorp. com or visit their website www.ridewellcorp.com.

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TRANSCOURT TANK LEASING

Partnerships Can be the Basis for Growth

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n an article titled Building Trust in Business Partnerships published

by Queens University’s IRC (Industrial Relations Center) back in 2010, Jim Harrison and Gary T. Furlong wrote: “The ability to quickly establish and build trust is becoming even more important in today’s business environment, where partnerships and strategic alliances are common practice. Companies and organizations are strategically focusing more and more on their core competencies and high value activities. They are looking to partners both external and internal - to contribute added value through complementary services, products, and expertise.”

Explaining the various types of internal and external partnerships that can exist in the corporate world, the authors pinpointed the importance of establishing relationships with suppliers amongst the less visible external partnerships: “In the most successful organizations, these traditional buyersupplier relationships are being run not as price-driven, pain-filled, win-lose procurement exercises, but rather as trust-based, win-win partnering relationships.”

Without a doubt one of the leading transportation companies in Southern Ontario, family operated Joseph Haulage Canada Corp. has grown over the years to a fleet of 200 units

operating 24 hours a day, every day, at three locations in Ontario (Stoney Creek, Mississauga and Caledonia) and looking to expand more in Ontario as well as the Great Lakes area. The Stoney Creek carrier’s mission of providing customers with efficient, cost-effective solutions in times of economic challenges, while never compromising its high standards for health and safety, has never wavered.

The company offers a wide array of services requiring different equipment from trucks, dump trucks, live-bottom trailer, walking-floor trailers, tanker trailers to dump trailers and flatbed trailers. In order to be able to work with the best units

TRUCKING HR CANADA

Top Female Entrepreneur to be Guest Speaker at Women with Drive Conference

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ttawa, Ontario – Mandy Rennehan, one of the Women’s Executive Network’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women two years in a row, will be a guest speaker at the third annual Women with Drive summit on March 2, 2017 at the Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel and Conference Centre.

As one of the country’s top female entrepreneurs, Mandy has built Freshco, the first full-service, 24/7, on-call retail maintenance provider into a highly successful, well-run and financially responsible retail

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maintenance and construction company with three collaborative divisions – maintenance, projects and reconstruction. Her honesty and passion for what she does have helped her assemble an impressive client list of Fortune 500 retail giants that include Apple, Nike, Lululemon and many others.

In addition to her business success, Mandy is trailblazing in other areas as well.

At a time when more young people and women are needed to meet labour needs in the construction industry, Mandy is leading the way. Freshco’s workforce averages 29 years in age and she is working to encourage and support more women in the trades – having recently signed an agreement with Conestoga College to subsidize the living costs of every female in the trades program there.

“The workforce challenges faced by the construction industry parallel those

in trucking” says Angela Splinter, CEO of Trucking HR Canada. “Mandy is succeeding on all fronts. Her story is truly inspiring, and one our delegates will not want to miss.”

Summit returnees have ten (10) days to take advantage of a special rate, and early bird registration is open until January 15, 2017.

To read more about the other dynamic panels and speakers, and to register for the summit, please go to: truckinghr.com/content/ women-drive-leadershipsummit-0.

Trucking HR Canada is a national partnershipbased organization that is dedicated to developing, sharing and promoting the trucking industry’s best practices in human resources and training.

For further information, contact Angela Splinter, Chief Executive Officer at info@truckingHR.com or call 613.244.4800, etn.

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possible, Joseph Haulage has always looked for the proper partners who take time to truly understand their needs before supplying the right equipment.

A clear example of this practice happened this year when the carrier turned to Transcourt Tank Leasing, one of the Canadian leaders in short, medium and long term leasing of tank trailers of various configurations. After a few meetings earlier this year, it became clear there was a fit between the two potential partners.

Since then, Joseph Haulage has leased / financed some 20 tank trailers including Polar Hot Product Tandems, Titan Aluminium Quints and Advance Aluminium Hot Product quads. “We appreciate the fact that Transcourt was able to provide business solutions tailored to meet our specific needs. Their quick response helped us

Bruce Daccord, President Transcourt Tank Leasing [left] and Geoffrey Joseph, CEO Joseph Haulage [right] Canada Corp. pursue new growth opportunities,” says Geoffrey Joseph, CEO of Joseph Haulage. Both partners continuously strive to rise above customer expectations. They both build loyalty though trust and commitment.

For almost 20 years now, Transcourt’s expertise and experience are the reasons why clients turn to them.

Their unique, flexible and more than conventional approach to tanker leas-

ing, allows them to support customers in meeting their specific business requirements in North America.

They have a fleet of around 600 new and used trailers which include chemical, crude oil, Petroleum, food grade, hot products, dry bulk, FRP Lined, compressed gas trailers across North America, with pick-up and drop-off locations in Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Texas and Illinois.

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MACK TRUCKS

Mack Wraps Up 1st Season as “Official Hauler of NASCAR”

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reensboro, North Carolina - With the 2016 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series™ season having taken the checkered flag, Mack Trucks is nearing the finish line in its first full season as the “Official Hauler of NASCAR®.”

And, while the Sprint Cup drivers experienced plenty of ups and downs during the grueling season, NASCAR’s hauler drivers cruised comfortably in their 10 custom-designed Mack® Pinnacle™ model trucks. Each of the haulers travelled up to 60,000 miles during the 36-race, 10-month long season, hauling race equipment and technology between stops.

Each of NASCAR’s three dozen races is delivered by truck, and the hauler drivers are often the first to arrive and the last to leave the racetrack. Their cargo includes everything from a state-of-the-art laser inspection platform, locker rooms, offices, and communications and production equipment needed for the race weekend.

The custom-spec’d Mack

Pinnacle models are outfitted with a number of features designed to boost driver comfort, including Mack’s top-of-the-line Grand Touring interior trim package. The trucks also feature upgraded seats, Bluetooth-enabled handsfree connectivity and satellite radio.

Each of the Pinnacle models is powered by a fully integrated Mack powertrain featuring a 505-horsepower, 13-liter Mack MP8® engine a n d M a c k ’s 1 2 - s p e e d mDRIVE™ automated manual transmission. With no traditional gearshift or clutch pedal to operate, the mDRIVE not only helps boost efficiency without sacrificing performance, but also greatly improves driver comfort.

NASCAR’s Pinnacle models are also equipped with Mack’s GuardDog® Connect telematics system, which combines the right mix of technology and people to maximize uptime. Acting as a virtual pit crew, GuardDog Connect proactively monitors critical fault codes that

could lead to unplanned downtime.

When GuardDog Connect detects a potential issue, it automatically notifies Mack OneCall™ agents at the 24/7 Mack Uptime Center, as well as the driver and designated fleet contact. Parts and service bay availability at the nearest dealer location are confirmed and detailed repair instructions are sent, all while the truck is still on the road.

Mack followed NASCAR’s hauler teams from Atlanta to Las Vegas to capture what it takes to bring each race to life. The video is the first in a new series looking at how familiar things get

Mack provided NASCAR a fleet of 10 custom-spec’d Mack® Pinnacle™ axle back and axle forward models to transport critical equipment and technology between races. from point A to point B. To watch the video visit the Mack YouTube page.

NASCAR’s fleet of Mack Pinnacle models will have

a brief break over the winter, but will be back on the road soon: NASCAR’s 2017 season opener, the Daytona 500, is just over

80 days away.

For more information about Mack, visit our website at www.macktrucks. com.

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KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY

2017 Kenworth Calendar

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irkland, Washington - The 2017 Kenworth Calendar features beautiful images of The World’s Best(R) aerodynamic, vocational, traditional and medium duty trucks in

both scenic and work settings. The new calendar is now available for purchase (www.shopkenworth.com).

The 6-page, 2017 Kenworth Wall Calendar showcases the on-

highway T680 Advantage family (day cab, 52-inch mid-roof sleeper and 76inch full-height sleeper); and T880 vocational offerings of day cab, 40inch sleeper tow truck, and new set-forward axle T880S in both dump and mixer configurations. Also included are the medium duty T370 beverage and K270 cabover delivery trucks. The large, poster-size wall calendar is 26-1/4 inches tall by 28 inches wide.

The 2017 Kenworth Appointment Calendar highlights a Kenworth Truck of the Month. These trucks include the six wall calendar photographs. Also featured are the T880 Super Dump; T880 52-inch sleeper; T680 76-inch mid-roof sleeper, T680 Advantage 76-inch sleeper; C500 62inch AeroCab(R) sleeper with over 200,000-pound hauling capacity; and T370 dump truck with 20,000-pound front axle, 46,000-pound rear axle and PACCAR PX-9 engine.

The appointment calendar is 9-3/4 inches tall by 13

inches wide.

The T680 and T880 models in the wall and appointment calendar are equipped with the 12.9-liter PACCAR MX-13 or 10.8-liter PACCAR MX11 engine. The medium duty trucks are specified with the 8.9-liter PACCAR PX-9 or 6.7-liter PACCAR PX-7 engine.

“Kenworth’s outstanding truck lineup offers excellent performance, exceptional driver comfort, and low operating costs in a wide range of on-highway, vocational and medium duty applications. Drivers, customers, and truck enthusiasts will be proud to display the 2017 Kenworth Calendar featuring The World’s Best trucks throughout the year,” said Kurt Swihart, Kenworth Marketing Director.

To order, visit your Kenworth dealer or go to www.shopkenworth.com and click on “Calendars” on the left.

Ke n w o r t h ’s I n t e r n e t home page is at www. kenworth.com. Kenworth is a PACCAR company.

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FLEET MAINTENANCE & MANAGEMENT

Tips & Essential Truck Equipment for Safe Winter Driving

BY ROBERT MACKAY

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inter is once again upon us.

For those that have not prepared their equipment, now is the time without delay. If you already have your equipment winter-ready, here are some tips to consider for next time.

Prior to winter, a complete and thorough maintenance and inspection of your entire fleet should be performed, including checking all fluid levels and installing matching winter tires; ensuring they are inflated to the proper tire pressure. Don’t forget to check your spare.

Consider creating a winter maintenance checklist to be used at every service throughout the winter.

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Fleet management software can help by enabling the checklist to be automatically printed at every service.

Prepare a winter safety kit. Remember, items can be consumed through the course of the winter, so recheck your kit at every service. Again, consider creating a checklist.

Some items to include are: Flashlight and batteries, Booster cables, air compressor, traction sand and salt, candle & waterproof matches, blanket, gloves and hat, cell charger, candy, windshield washer, extra wiper blade, basic tools including a sharp knife, duct tape, rope, snow shovel, first aid kit, flares, extra sunglasses, plastic grocery bags, tarp, portable Power pack.

Batteries should be stored separately. If your flashlight doesn’t work, try warming up the batteries. Consider packing extra batteries.

Schedule a winter safety meeting(s) with all staff to review winter driving techniques. Where applicable, review with all operators and drivers on the proper method to install tire chains.

Stress importance

of avoiding excessive idling and associated costs. Every 10 minutes of idling consumes between 10 to 25 liters of fuel.

Before setting out on the road, check the weather and road conditions. Make sure your cell phone is charged and you pack a car charger for the trip. Take along a liter of water. Make sure you pack your sunglasses. The glare from the snow is more intense in the winter. Allow for extra time in the event of bad weather. Remove all snow from your vehicle. Excessive snow and ice on your windows increases the width of your vehicles’ natural blind spot. Clean your head and tail lights that can be dulled by salt accumulation.

Be aware of changing conditions. Secondary roads and streets are often less maintained in terms of snow removal. Be aware of black ice that can form during rain showers where the air temperature is above the freezing point, but the road temperature is below. Overpasses and bridges are natural locations for water to accumulate and freeze. They also freeze quicker than roads.

Be extra aware when ap-

proaching overpasses and bridges - especially when roads are wet and when it’s cold, and at night when visibility is limited.

Debris from high winds or snow laden branches is always a potential hazard to be aware of.

Never use cruise control on wet or icy roads. Doing so can cause the vehicle to spin its wheels and lose traction with the road.

Always drive defensively, especially through residential areas. Watch for walkers, joggers, and cyclists. With shorter days, children will often be on the move in darkness on their way to and from school. Early dawn and late dusk can be an especially difficult time of day in terms of visibility.

Slow down, wear your seatbelt, and give yourself

extra distance between you and the car in front of you. Regularly inspect and maintain your fleet throughout the winter, cleaning it regularly and keeping it free of sand and salt accumulation.

Drive Safe. Rob MacKay is President of Fleet Harmony Inc, Canada’s Cloud Fleet management Software. Visit www.fleetharmony.com.

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PETRO-CANADA

CK-4/FA-4 Oils: Explaining the Key Terms

BY BRIAN HUMPHREY

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t has been a few weeks since the launch of the new API heavy duty diesel engine oil categories: API CK-4 and API FA4. The significance of the new classification cannot be underestimated: it is a new dawn for lubricants in the North American heavy duty market.

In our previous columns

we have explained why the new oils have been introduced, the key differences and potential benefits of both sub-categories, and how they may impact fleet owners’ businesses and operations.

There are three terms relating to the new oils which we know the industry is likely to have

heard in recent months: oxidation control, shear stability and aeration control. We want to take the opportunity to explain each of these in turn to help ease any confusion.

WHAT IS OXIDATION CONTROL? Oxidation is a chemical reaction of oil with oxygen from air. It significantly degrades and

thickens lubricants over time. It is accelerated by high stress operation conditions such as high temperatures.

Oxidation control is becoming increasingly important, as advanced heavy duty engines are designed to run hotter in the drive for higher performance and efficiency.

Why does it matter? Oxi-

dation leads to increasing oil viscosity and deposit formation, which results in reduced ability to flow, thus decreasing engine protection and negatively impacting engine fuel efficiency.

WHAT IS AERATION CONTROL? Aeration is not a chemical reaction but a physical process in which small bubbles of air as a foam become trapped in the lubricant. Aeration directly affects the intended lubrication properties of an oil.

A high level of entrapped air will degrade the ability of the oil film to protect engine parts, potentially causing engine wear and ultimately meaning greater costs for operators.

WHAT IS SHEAR STABILITY? Multigrade engine oils are formulated with viscosity modifiers - large molecules which control oil viscosity (which thus provide engine protection) under different operating temperatures.

Under stress, these molecules may ‘shear’, affecting their ability to control viscosity Shear stability is a measure of the ability of an oil to stay in SAE viscosity grade. The viscosity characteristics of any oil are precisely matched

to the application and operating conditions it is recommended for. Shearing of the viscosity modifiers means the oil can become thinner and less protective.

WHY ARE THESE TESTS IMPORTANT? All of these factors combined with new emissions, efficiency and fuel economy goals of future engines bring the need for a new generation of engine oils.

Our DURON™ next generation engine oils are formulated to meet and exceed the new category requirements for these operational measures. They have been developed with outstanding oxidation resistance, to make them highly resistant to degradation even under high stress conditions; greater aeration control, meaning better long-term engine protection, so your engines work more and need maintaining less, and new shear-resistant components to significantly improve resistance to shearing - even in the latest heavy duty diesel engines.

We w e l c o m e y o u t o visit www.DURONTheTougherTheBetter.com to find out more about the new category and answer any further questions you may have.

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SPECIAL REPORT

Kingsco Transport Shifting Gears

BY GEORGE FULLERTON

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hange has been a constant element in Kingsco Transport’s history. In the past couple years Kingsco has seen some very significant changes that have impacted their business model, and they have reacted positively, positioning themselves to continue to provide top notch service to their customers.

The closure of the PotashCorp mine in Penobsquis, New Brunswick and the windup of salt mining at the facility was initially seen as devastating for Kingsco which had been involved in industrial and road salt transport from the mine for more than thirty years.

Rather than looking at it as a half-empty cup scenario, Kingsco directors and management assumed a half-full cup position and moved to form alliance with a salt supplier to handle the transportation, storage and redistribution of salt. Their entrepreneurial spirit continues to position the company as a major player in the New Brunswick economy.

Kingsco was formed initially as an entity to service salt transportation from the Penobsquis mining operation. The company was formed in an unconventional manner, recalls the current chairman of the Board of Directors, Oscar Conway.

“We were a group of independent owner-operators and small fleet operators in the early 1980’s.

The potash mine at Penobsquis, (east of Sussex, New Brunswick) was just go-

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ing into production and there would also be salt produced from the potash deposit. This was a business opportunity to truck hundreds of thousands of tonnes of salt to Port of Saint John, and to other customers in the Maritimes and the State of Maine.”

“There was a bunch of us that had dump trailers, but none of us were big enough to take on that size of contract. As small operators we talked amongst ourselves, and the idea developed that maybe we could handle it if we collaborated.”

What emerged out of the discussions, initially, was a co-operative structure formed in 1982, with some twenty operators coming together under the Kingsco banner. Each member kicked in cash security to bond the contract; they rented an office in the local Bayview Credit Union in Sussex, won a contract and began hauling salt to the Port for marine shipment.

The Kingsco name was settled on since almost all the operators lived or operated in Kings County.

In 1984 members agreed to restructure themselves as a shareholder business, with a manager and one office support person. As time went on the business office moved to a low-rise commercial space (and large parking lot) at Four Corners in Sussex, just off Route 1.

While salt transport to the Port remained their central business, Kingsco jumped at the opportunity and was gaining contracts to haul salt to industry and municipalities, and of course the equipment capacity led to answering tenders for other commodities including aggregate, agricultural supplies (Fertilizer and Lime), grain, coke, gypsum, limestone for stack pollution control, and lots of other commodities that get moved in dump trailers.

In the mid-nineties, Kingsco was the successful bidder to haul gypsum from the Bayside Port, near St

Andrews, to the wallboard plant in McAdam, New Brunswick. “We were hauling in excess of 100,000 tonnes annually, from the Bayside Port. We had to load our own trucks, and so we studied the situation and decided we should buy our own wheel loader. We went out and bought a Volvo loader with scales on the bucket. It was a good business decision, and the scales allowed us to manage the truck weights very closely. We had good success in the first year with that contract. In the second year we also won the bid to pile the gypsum at the plant, so we bought a second wheel loader and a conveyor. Controlling the loading and the piling made the job even better.

It was a very successful contract for us, and over the years we have kept the loaders and conveyor system working on other contracts as well,” explained Oscar.

Around 2000, Jack Walker was hired as manager and it was in his tenure that Kingsco undertook some significant structural changes in business administration and in entering new contracts opportunities.

“Jack was a great manager, a number one guy,” recalled Oscar. “He reorganized and built our office staff and that made us a whole lot more efficient.

Jack also bid on contracts and got us working flatbed.

At the time there was a good demand for flatbeds hauling lumber. Jack made the bids and won contracts, and we put more trucks to work. At one time we had upwards of twenty trucks on flatbed, hauling lumber into the US. Oscar added that in 2003 or 2004 Jack recognized there was an opportunity for some tanker work, so they bought tankers and rigged them up, primarily applying liquid calcium for dust control.

While Kingsco’s focus was on working dedicated Kingsco trucks, when a ship was scheduled to

take a load of salt the contract required a lot of tonnes to be delivered in a short period of time. In such circumstances Kingsco would put the call out for owner-operators from across southern New Brunswick to get product in the terminal in Saint John. Kingsco would normally haul 2,000 to 2,500 tonnes daily to Port. When the push was on to get the ship loaded in the terminal, Kingsco would hire ten or more outside trucks to add to their forty, and boost the haul toward 3,000 tonnes per day.

The year 2016 was a tumultuous year for Kingsco.

First, PotashCorp had proceeded with shutting down potash mining and processing at the Penobsquis mine. This was followed by an announcement that salt extraction and processing would also culminate in 2017.

Current CEO Jim Harris explained that curtailment of operations at Penobsquis signaled changes which at first glance would mean a loss for one of Kingsco’s main operations.

He said that Kingsco also realized that after salt mining operations end in 2017, there will be a continued demand for road and industrial salt supply, and that someone must supply salt to the region which will entail transportation, storage and redistribution.

“The province and other users would still need salt and it would have to come from somewhere and it would have to be redistributed to customers. We made enquiries with companies who deal in road and industrial salt, and eventually we made a deal with Compass Minerals.

Compass would land shiploads of salt on the terminal at Port Saint John, and Kingsco’s part of the deal was to transport salt and put it in storage prior to distribution to customers.”

To handle the storage need, Kingsco made a deal to purchase a large bulk storage building at Penob-

squis. The 140 foot by 320 foot building has capacity to store thirty to thirty-five thousand tonnes of salt.

Another major investment and transition for Kingsco that went forward in 2016 was the move into a new office building. “We had plans to expand our offices, our old place had served us well, but we had certainly outgrown it. We had purchased the property, (across the corner at Four Corners in Sussex), and then we bought the building and had it erected.

We had a lot of discussions around the Board table as to whether we needed the new space, but once we got moved in, there was no question that it was the right move,” commented Oscar Conway.

Oscar pointed out that the location is near perfect since a lot of their operators are based in Sussex and it is right on Route 1.Driveways and parking lots are set up so that a tractor trailer can pull in the yard allowing the driver to pop into the office for paperwork and such. But he qualified that it certainly was not available for extended parking, and pointed across the street to their large parking facilities in front of their former offices.

Current office staffing counts eleven persons and they occupy the top floor of the new building while the lower level has rented office space.

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ates four distinct trucking divisions, short haul dump, long haul dump, flatbed and tanker.

Jim Harris explained that the dump trailer division organizes drivers who like long haul, mostly into Quebec and Ontario, while short haul is a better fit for drivers who like to stay closer to home. Kingsco owns twelve dump trailers in order to service drop trailer customers. The trailer fleet also allows them to put temporary trucks, which don’t have a dump trailer, to work for those intensely busy periods.

“With the long haul division we are seeing a lot more quad trailers. There was a lot of concern when we began talking about working quads. Operators were concerned about the cost, but after a few went to work others saw the benefits, and then quads were seen as a good fit for specific jobs, especially long haul,” explained Oscar.

The Flat deck division continues to be available to work different loads in addition to lumber. The Tanker service continues to haul water and spread calcium, but there are plans to acquire equipment which can handle a variety of oils.

Kingsco continues to search out business opportunities and remains dedicated to providing the best possible service to their customers and business partners.

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A Focus on the Vocational Markets

by Mike Whalen he coming of winter brings out snow tires, chains and a check of our block heater. As we prepare for snow and ice we think of winters past and for some, the challenges and experiences we’ve had in winter days gone by. My first – and last – time spent was as a ‘trucker’ or, more fairly said, a contractor with a couple of trucks and a tracked backhoe-loader. Also in the ‘fleet’ was an ancient Tree Farmer skidder owned by my partner. Together we were a force to be reckoned with.

Both of us had worked at an Inco mine north west of Thunder Bay. After getting to know each other, and that we both wanted to do something other than work in a mining operation, we left the mine and started our ‘General Contracting’ business. My partner had experience logging and my experience was limited to selling parts and components for trucks and off-road equipment. In short-order, we were to learn a lot about the world we had entered.

Our plan was to use the trucks and equipment in spring, summer and fall for sewer and water, road maintenance, site preparation. Then, in the winter, for secondary road plowing and sanding as well as logging. Our tracked loader was fitted with a front-end grapple and the trucks with flat decks for carrying 8’ logs. (See photo) Continued page 21

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Curbside Pick-up Made Easy The ROTO PAC® is a revolutionary organics or MSW collection vehicle. Each of these can be operated by a single driver, increasing crew efficiency.

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global refuse industry leader, New Way® continues to expand their growing Dealer network with the addition of three Canada-based dealerships.

Ginove, who previously struck up a partnership with New Way on their ROTO PAC® auger-driven automated side loader, will service Quebec, Canada, for the Iowa-based refuse truck manufacturer.

Twin Equipment and Westvac Industrial Ltd. have also joined the team.With locations in Scarborough and Ottawa, Twin Equipment will handle refuse truck service and distribution for New Way in Ontario, while the Edmonton based Westvac Industrial will cover Alberta, Canada.

“This really is an exciting announcement for our company,” said New Way

Vice President of Sales, Phil Allen. “Not only will we have a good-sized footprint in Canada, but we’ve added three quality dealers who are already familiar with the New Way family and how our team operates. We’re very pleased to welcome Ginove, Twin Equipment, and Westvac, as New Way Authorized Dealers.” www. refusetrucks.scrantonmfg.com

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he worlds biggest crane on a 32 ton truck, the EFFER 2055.

Big Effer cranes have a lifting capacity between 30 and 300 txm and are ideal for those who must work safely with heavy loads even in the most extreme situations. Big Effer cranes are the result of 50 years of passion and expertise. These cranes ensure outstanding performances and are characterised by a weight/capacity ratio among the best in the world.

DELL is a leader in the Canadian truck body upfitting industry manufacturing standard and custom-made DEL products and nationally distributing a variety of truck bodies and truck mounted equipment from world class brands such as Unicell van bodies, Effer knuck-

le boom cranes, Swaploader hook-lift hoists and Swenson spreaders.

DEL has recently been appointed distributor for the Italian crane manufacturer EFFER. With over 40 models that feature lifting capacities from 2 to 275 Ton/meter and a variety of boom configurations, Big Effer cranes have a lifting capacity between 30 and 300 txm and are ideal for those who must work safely with heavy loads even in the most extreme situations. Big Effer cranes are the result of 50 years of passion and expertise. These cranes ensure outstanding performances and are characterised by a weight/capacity ratio among the best in the world.

As an upfitter DEL can design a lifting package that is right for you. www.dellequipment.com

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he Racor Filter Division Europe of Parker Hannifin Corporation has introduced a new Tank Vent Filter to keep diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) injection systems clean. Making use of DEF compatible proprietary engineered materials, the ECO-vent filter prevents contaminated air from flowing into a tank, and incorporates a reservoir to collect dirt and water. By removing these impurities from the tank, it is possible to improve the reliability of the entire DEF injection system.

Typically, DEF tanks have not incorporated specific filtration systems. However, the Racor ECO-Vent filter has been specially developed to help reduce and prevent contamination in these potential problem areas. For operators and maintainers, the filter provides quick installation, tool-free servicing and easy element replacement, by incorporating patented, flexible tabs that allow the filter to ‘snap’ into place.

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When a vehicle’s engine is running, and Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) is active, the ECO-Vent draws contaminated air into the bottom of the filter, as DEF is used. The filter then traps any fine contaminants and any collected water is returned to the reservoir before draining out. Furthermore, any tank splash (urea) that enters the filter, flows from the top of the housing through a central tube, opens an umbrella valve, and drains like water from the housing.

To improve reliability, the ECO-vent’s mounting bracket is manufactured from E-coated steel to help resist the sort of corrosion that can be caused by DEF or wider environmental factors. The filter has also passed ISO 5011 air filtration testing, thermo-cycling, vibration testing and Urea compatibility testing. It is advised that the ECO-Vent should be replaced once a year to deliver strong reliability.

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he HotSpot PLUS is the newest member of DCC’s HotSpot Capacitive Discharge line. It offers the latest electronic design in DCC’s welder family. Several convenience, reliability, and safety improvements were incorporated in the newest welder. The power ratings of critical components have been significantly increased, welding initiation control was added to the handheld tool holder, multiple operations are faster, and no stored energy is released until the welding elements are in contact.

The HotSpot PLUS doubles the power range of the HotSpot series and offers several fixturing and welding attachments to facilitate simple spot welding, stud welding, and pin welding modes.

In addition, the HotSpot PLUS provides standard and heavy wire thermocouple welding functions.

The HotSpot PLUS is designed to handle the attachment of heavy wires, light gauge studs and weldable pins to metal surfaces. It can also close larger tubes than the HotSpot II unit and aid in wire harness strap spot welding and insulation blanket installation. Its controllable weld energy capability matches the needs of strain gauge attachment appli-

cations.

The HotSpot PLUS is light and portable so you can move it right to where you need to make welds, fixture hardware, and attach thermocouples.

The actual welding time is a fraction of a second and the short recycle interval, even at full power, will allow you to make 6 or more welds a minute, even quicker for ordinary gauge thermocouples.

Anyone can quickly become proficient in the use of the HotSpot PLUS. While sophisticated internally, the HotSpot PLUS provides the operator with a firing button and simple on/off and energy level adjustment. The dual capability of pin and thermocouple welding makes the HotSpot PLUS particularly attractive for applications currently employing stud welders and thermocouple attachment units.

The HotSpot PLUS welder is a dual range high-energy unit that has the versatility to provide fine control as well as the high power capability needed for heavier welds. Front panel indicators and controls allow the operator to easily monitor the status, set the energy level, and initiate a weld cycle. A remote firing switch is also provided on the attachment handle.

The HotSpot PLUS operates only from AC power. A battery-powered version of the unit is not offered but it can be driven by a low power battery to AC converter.

It weighs only 18 lbs. and it’s compact design makes it a very portable package. www.dcccorporation.com

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ruck body builders and service providers are often faced with the challenge of removing weld seams, grinding and polishing on work pieces that can’t easily be moved.

A recent innovation by FEIN Canadian Power Tool provides an ergonomic and efficient solution for mobile surface processing. Fein has developed a module called the GRIT GHBM—essentially creating a docking station on wheels for use in conjunction with a FEIN GHB belt grinder.

Using the new module, operators can easily hand-guide the tool over large weld areas without having to bear the full weight of the grinder.

“Workers inside large pressure vessels for instance, have to work on big circular welds in awkward positions,” says Randy McDonald, national product manager with FEIN. “It’s hard on their back and whole body when they have to use a grinder. Whereas with this new module, they just apply pressure to the tool head and rock it back and forth to

grind or clean the weld.”

FEIN recently introduced a standalone GHB model that can be mounted to a workbench or taken to a job site for stationery operation where the work piece can be moved.

“But sometimes operators have to clean the entire surface of an assembly and it makes it a lot easier to do that with the mobile module, so the new module on wheels is an efficient and more ergonomic alternative,” McDonald says.

“It’s ideal for doing radius type of work in tanks and big pressure vessels where they have to go inside and weld all the way around.”

The GRIT GHB 15-50 is a powerful handheld belt grinder that’s ideal for flexible on-site use, but can also be quickly set up for stationary applications. The tool is an efficient alternative to angle grinders.

The model has a patented tool-free belt tensioning system, an anti-vibration handle and an infinitely adjustable motor is also available. www.fein.com

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News & Views

A focus on the vocational markets by Mike Whalen

Making Way For Snow Plows

By Marek Krasuski

• We were now a vocational trucking operation able to change truck configurations from dump truck to flat deck to a logging truck. Plus, when needed, we could add a v-plow for snow removal.

His gave us the versatility of a much larger fleet and offered a multitude of work options.

Today, there are systems on the market that offer the owner of a single truck the ability to quickly change applications. (see December issue of WTN, OTN and ETN.) • The Canadian vocational/work truck market that we were now part of, is estimated to be between 60 and 70% of the total medium and heavy duty trucks in service. This includes the vast number of unregistered trucks operating on private roads in ag, forestry and mining applications.

Although the truck total is substantial, the number of fleets is almost too numerous to count.

The largest segment is urban delivery.

This group is made up of class 3 – 7 trucks, the majority with van bodies for urban delivery plus specialty bodies for such commodities as food and beverages, glass, bottles, propane, etc. Other vocational / work truck applications include petro-chemical, logging and lumber, construction, utilities, garbage, agriculture… and the list goes on.

Due to the number of these private fleets, their locations, and applications they are not high profile, making them hard for parts and service providers to reach through mainstream media.

• The new section of our magazine, Vocational Truck & Trailer Journal, will focus on the technology and new products aimed at this diverse market.

Through a combination of print and electronic media, VTT&J will provide the owners and operators the latest information needed to reduce operating costs and extend vehicle life.

Our editorial will inform vocational and work truck owners about the latest in truck bodies and truck equipment that will ensure they continue to provide their customers with cost effective services.

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ew of us sing the praises of the men and women who plow our city streets and highways. They go largely unnoticed, except when they become the target of our derision for not plowing the roads soon enough, or slowing us down when we’re in a hurry, or worst yet, when they plow snow back into our driveways just when we spent hours clearing them. Quick to anger, we’re slower to extend sympathy for the arduous tasks that befall the snow plow driver. While asleep in our beds they rise to the sound of pagers and cell phones in the early hours to be called in to work to clear the roads so the rest of us can get on with our lives hours later in the morning. Even with the benefit of modern day weather forecasts, snow plow operators can still be surprised by unexpected storms. Their profession demands that they work, often alone, on lonely stretches of highway in the dark, or in poor visibility and in other dangerous conditions.

Indeed, the snow plow driver, and the equipment relied on to keep our communities and lives running, hails from a history fraught with many perils, perils which paved the way for impressive developments in truck & plow technology. In the early 1800s in the US and Canada, snow plowing was still relatively unimportant. Most folks traveled on foot, and the better-off and industrious people in the days of the horse and wagon traded carriage wheels for skis in winter. Back then some cities had put in place ordinances requiring residents to clean their own sidewalks and streets, but little else was required until the ensuing decades of the 19th Century when severe winter storms began to impede the development of new buildings and technologies.

Not until the 1860s did the snow plow come into use. It was an invention bearing no resemblance to

today’s trucks with enormous double blades pushing aside snowdrifts with seemingly effortless ease. The first snow plows were attached to a cart and pulled by horses. (Steam powered trains, too, the precursor to subways, attached plows to the front of engines so these intercity trains could push their way through snow drifts covering rail lines.) The fallout from this new invention, then, is the same as it is today - the pernicious piles of snow mounted onto sidewalks and in front of buildings from the accumulations removed from roads. Today, municipalities rely on articulating sidewalk tractors from the likes of MSV, Ventrac, New Holland and other builders. Back in the day, burgeoning cities turned to their citizens who were paid to use their muscles in removing snow from sidewalks with shovels and carting it off to unpopulated areas.

As industrialization moved inexorably forward, and with it the proliferation of automobiles in the 20th century, demand grew for more efficient snow removal equipment. In the early decades of the last century motorized dump trucks and plows made their first appearance. Of particular note during those early days of innovation was the introduction of the Barber Green Snow Loader. Described as the “giant snow remover” by the Pittsburgh Post, the Snow Loader was capable of keeping “a string of dump trucks busy in removing the snow from busy intersections and crucial traffic arteries,” according to a report entitled Snow In The Cities authored by Blake McKelvey. Snow was plowed into a scoop and fed onto a conveyor belt which eventually carried the snow and dumped it into waiting dump trucks below. Efficiency at its finest for the day!

Many decades have passed since those early times, ushering in a production

era of high tech equipment that could never have been dreamed of back then.

Today’s industrial snow plows are available in a variety of configurations and suited for multiple applications.

Dozers, loaders, graders, backhoes, dump trucks and other machinery are promptly dispatched onto our nation’s streets in an effort to keep our country moving and its people safe from harm.

But it’s still no easy task, even with the benefit of our contemporary snow removal capabilities. When snow blankets a city or town everyone expects first priority, an impossible task for operators who can plow only one street at a time. Snowplowing needs to be prioritized, typically first by cleaning steep roadways, school bus and transit routes, and of course major arteries to keep EMS vehicles free from obstructions.

And let’s not forget that some problems remain despite the passage of time and advances in equipment design. Like today, the use of salt was as controversial in the early years of the 20th century. Complaints reverberated among city fathers - and they were only fathers at that time - and the citizenry over the use of salt which frayed road surfaces, gradually corroded bridges, damaged the undercarriages of automobiles, and spoiled the shoes and clothing of pedestrians. Sound familiar?

Back then, snow was removed and deposited into rivers and lakes and affected water systems. Today, the use of salt, still essential to melt snow and ice in lieu of workable alternatives, negatively impacts the environment and infrastructure, as well as municipal maintenance budgets, particularly during harsh winters when stockpiles of salt diminish and prices for the precious commodity soar.

It’s noteworthy that even during normal Canadian winters large cities like Montreal and Toronto spend tens of millions of dollars on snow removal efforts.

Powerless over the weather, the traffic jams caused by bad roads, and the removal of snow on our streets frustratingly out of sync with our preferred timetables, there isn’t much we can do in the face of these natural and man-made challenges - except to drive slower, exercise patience and caution, and wave a friendly hand instead of uttering a curse or spiking a finger the next time a snow plow dumps its load on your nicely cleaned driveway.

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Transaxle Group of Companies

By Al Tucker

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eing successful in the very competitive heavy duty truck & trailer parts aftermarket is not an easy task these days. Diversification and Specialization, and being a Service Provider that’s dedicated to the importance of continuous education and keeping ones’ business ‘Partners’ up to date, has helped the Transaxle Group of Companies to earn a much deserved and respected service reputation throughout Southwestern Ontario.

I have known their President and CEO Tom Neelin for most of his career. During a recent meeting in Tom’s Stoney Creek headquarters, he confided that along the way he figured out that just selling HD Parts alone would not be a long term strategy for growing his business. He chose to establish a group of companies to achieve his future goals.

As a result, Transaxle has exceeded expectations as a Power Train and Brake Systems specialist that was expanded to serve Transit, Industrial and Off-Road Brake needs in the region. The company also operates two state-of-the-art Driveshaft Centres.

In addition, Tom is particularly proud of his four (4) Certified Fluid Power Specialists (CFPS) who operate a unique Mobile Power Solutions group. These CFPS’s have the capability to design and install complete hydraulic systems to suit their customers’ specific needs. In addition to Work Trucks already on the road, this service brings the CFPS directly in touch with Intermediate and Final-Stage vehicle manufacturers.

To round out Transaxle’s very demanding service agenda, special programs were developed to serve the twelve major Transit Authorities operating in the region. Their reputation with the School Bus and Highway Coach partners of ‘Grinding-To-Fit’ Matched Shoe Sets and Transit Bus Strut and Caliper remanufacturing, essentially ‘sets’ Transaxle apart from the competition.

As with each group, specialized and experienced company representatives carry their service message directly to their Partners in the field. Transaxle runs with a team of ninety (90) employees from four locations: *Transaxle Parts Inc. & HQ and Main Parts Warehouse, 730 South Service Road, Stoney Creek, ON, 905.643.0700.

This facility is the site of their main Drive Line shop and the Transit Remanufacturing facility. It also incorporates a 3,100 sq.ft. spacious parts showroom. *Transaxle Parts Inc., 155 Werlich Drive, 22 January 2017

Cambridge, ON, 519.740.7213. With 20 years of service to this area and recent investment in a relocated state-of-theart 15,000 sq.ft. parts store, this clearly demonstrates Transaxle’s commitment to their Partners in the KW & Cambridge region. *Transerv Service Centre, 790 Industrial Road, Cambridge, ON, 519.653.0828.

This busy branch offers General Repairs & Diagnostics (Pollution Controls) along with Brake & Steering maintenance. Local Highway Tractor operators are drawn to this shop knowing that the shop will be up-to-date with the latest O.E. diagnostic software. I was pleased to hear that they have three mechanic apprentices on the shop floor. Two ‘Full-Time’, Partner-Dedicated mobile service trucks operate from here. Cambridge Spring and Suspension, acquired a few years back, also operates from this location. *Truck Equipment Centre at 7475 McLean Road East, Puslinch, ON, 519.821.8889. This ‘Flagship’ shop opened in Sept 2015 and has already gained a favourable reputation in the region as a specialist in the installation and servicing of Truck Mounted Hydraulic equipment as well as Blowers, Snow & Ice Equipment, Dump & Walking Floor applications. This is the site of their 2nd drive line facility. General repairs of ‘All Makes’ of Trucks and Trailers are also on offer.

Meanwhile, back at ‘The Creek’, Tom explained their decision to set up the ‘Trans-Tec Training Centre’. This spacious class-room styled Centre offers regular training sessions supported by major O.E. component and system manufacturers and educates a steady stream of Fleet Operator and Repair Shop Partners eager to be brought up to date on the latest vehicle innovations and operational systems. With seating for up to 70, one can appreciate that there is a continuing demand for technical knowledge out there.

On a more personal note, I congratulated Tom and his Team for their unwavering support for the Canadian Cancer Society including many associated fundraising events. Transaxle is also a very active supporter of local Boys and Girls Hockey. One of the crowning moments in their sponsorship history was the 2012 Gold Medal Ladies Hockey Championship.

To speak to Tom about becoming a Transaxle Partner, give him a call at 905.643.0700 or call Toll Free 1.800.263.4848. For the complete package on TRANSAXLE go to www.transaxleparts.com.

Take good care! Tuck

Disc Brake Selection by Application The differences between brake pad friction material

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nlike long haul trucks one of the higher maintenance costs for vocational truck operators are brakes.

The number of stops a vocational truck makes in a work day far exceeds that of a highway rig.

The growth of air disc brake usage is coming from the vocational side of the market where the life-cycle cost of brake maintenance is much less than that of drum brakes.

Improved stopping distances, when loaded or empty, are a prime reason for using air disc brakes. Think about gravel and cement trucks, logging trucks and heavy haulers carrying steel or construction equipment.

Brake pads are a critical part of a vehicle’s overall braking system. With the broad diversity of available brake pad types, sub-types and unique chemistries there is an open question as to which brake pad provides the best overall performance.

First, not all brake pads are created equal. A brake pad that works well in busy city traffic isn’t suitable for performance racetrack driving. Similarly, a dedicated pad for off-road, heavy-duty work won’t meet the sociability needs of a quiet neighborhood. The one consistent fact is that brake pad chemistries are evolving rapidly and improving across all fronts.

Evolution of Friction Material • Asbestos: Up until the 1970s, straightforward asbestos was viewed as having an optimal performance in all categories.

As the serious health-related hazards of asbestos became apparent, it became imperative to develop alternate materials.

• Non-metallic materials: These are made from a combination of various synthetic substances bonded into a composite, principally in the form of cellulose, aramid, PAN, and sintered glass. While gentle on rotors, they produce more dust and have a short service life.

• Fully metallic materials: These pads, composed of sintered steel without any

synthetic additives, are used only in racing vehicles. They are very long-lasting, but require even more force to slow a vehicle and are extremely wearing on rotors. They also tend to be very loud.

• Semi-metallic materials: Synthetics mixed with some proportion of flaked metals. This type of friction material was developed in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The formulation used far less organic material, and more than half of the composition of the lining was metal particles. This made for a harder pad than the organic type with a much longer life, more fade-resistance and more efficient heat dissipation. The amount of dust was reduced and the stopping power of the brake assembly was increased.

The increased hardness of the pad also meant that these advantages came at the expense of both increased noise and increased wear to the (more expensive) rotors, which now had to be replaced more often.

• Ceramic materials: Composed of clay and porcelain bonded to copper flakes and filaments, these are a good compromise between the durability of the metal pads and the grip and fade resistance of the synthetic variety. Copper is a good metal for heat dissipation and its softness reduces metal-tometal wear. Advanced ceramic fibrous materials provide rigidity and heat dissipation, while also absorbing vibration that leads to brake noise. The ceramic material produces very little dust as it wears. The principal drawbacks are that, despite the presence of the copper, ceramic pads generally do not dissipate heat as well as semi-metallic pads. This can eventually cause the pads or other components of the braking system to warp. Ceramics also do not brake as aggressively as semimetallic, and the ceramic formulation is more expensive than the semi-metallic counterpart.

See www. www.thermofisher.com for the full report on disc brakes.

Spydura Pro synthetic winch rope • Ultra high molecular weight polyethylene • High abrasion resistance • High temperature resistant sleeve • Self-tightening rope attachment holds the rope secure on the winch drum.

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ew from Warn www.warn.com for winches to 12,000 lb ( 5443kg) pull rating Spydura Pro synthetic winch rope using Spectra® 1000 is heat treated offering the maximum in tensile strength and load bearing capacity. The compacted diameter prevents sand and dirt from penetrating the fibers and extends the life of the rope. Coated with high temperature urethane, equipped with a temperature resistant sleeve on the first layer and a ballistic nylon sliding sleeve, Spydura Pro synthetic winch rope provides extreme protection against heat, wear and abrasion.

For more information contact www.warn.com

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TIRES & WHEELS

Retreads Are Your Fleet’s Best Value For Maximizing Profit

BY HARVEY BRODSKY, Managing Director, Retread Tire Association

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first got into the retread industry back in the early seventies when most retreads were produced for passenger cars, and truck tire retreading was just becoming popular. However, the industry was primitive compared to today’s retreads.

Retreads being produced today by top quality re-

tread companies - which by the way, are the only companies you should deal with - will perform as well as the best major brand new tires, with an adjustment rate as low, and often lower than, that of new tires.

I have visited many retread plants of our members where an average of 500 truck tires are retreaded per day. These are big plants! During my visit to one of them, I said to the plant manager that I’d bet him that their adjustment rate for their retreads was under 1%. He said I’d lose the bet because their adjustment rate was less than .5%. New tire manufacturers can only dream of having an adjustment rate that low.

Thanks to new technology the retread industry has been able to continu-

ally improve. With modern, state of the art, nondestructive equipment available to retreaders, they can give each tire the equivalent of an MRI or a cat scan. Unlike in the old days, the bad ones don’t get through the system!

This, coupled with improved rubber chemistry and low rolling resistance tread designs has led to longer lasting and more trouble free retreads.

Let’s look at why virtually every major trucking fleet in Canada uses retreads.

If retreads performed less well than comparable new tires, no Canadian fleet manager in his right mind would use them.

But they do use them, and for good reason. Retreads work! They can cut a fleet’s tire costs in half. We are talking about

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Michelin Receives SIMA 2017 Gold Medal

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reenville, South Carolina – Michelin has developed a patented “2 in 1 tire” solution that adjusts pressure and usage, allowing farmers to operate more efficiently in the field or on the road. This new technology recently earned the prestigious 2017 Innovation Gold Medal at SIMA, the Paris International Agri-Business Show for high-performance and sustainable agriculture.

Working at ultra-low pressures while in the field, the tire’s contact patch increases in size up to 20 percent to reduce soil compaction. While working at higher pressures on the road, the tire transforms so that only the central continuous tread band grips the pavement, resulting in a smoother, vibration-free ride, fuel savings and im-

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proved safety. This is great news for farmer’s who want the extra operational comfort but are challenged to deliver sustainable crop yields at affordable prices.

“It is a privilege to receive the SIMA Innovation Gold Medal on behalf of the dedicated, hardworking teams at Michelin,” said Emmanuel Ladent, Director of Michelin’s Agriculture Business Unit.

“The ‘2 in 1 tire’ is a real game-changer. This is the latest in the line of innovative new tire technologies brought to the market by Michelin, such as Ultraflex technology and the Connected tire, and we eagerly anticipate the first presentation of this ‘2 in 1 tire’ at SIMA in March 2017.”

MICHELIN Ultraflex Technology, developed in 2004 with the introduction of the MICHELIN XEOBIB® tire,

is the breakthrough mobility innovation for agriculture that makes the ever-increasing power and weight of today’s farm machinery more efficient.

Michelin was the first tire manufacturer to introduce high-flexion tires in North America and the first tire in the industry rated by the U.S. Tire and Rim Association as “Increased Flexion” (IF).

Judged by a jury of international agriculture professionals, the SIMA 2017 Innovation Awards recognize new developments from the show’s exhibitors that demonstrate design and innovative features having the potential to offer significant user benefits.

For more information visit www.MichelinAg. com, or contact your local Michelin Agriculture Tire dealer.

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serious money since tires are one of the highest costs incurred in operating any fleet.

School and municipal buses, taxi fleets, fire engines, commercial and military airlines also use retreads for the same reason. And they all save serious money, just as you can if you use retreads.

But, But, But… None of the above means anything if you don’t take care of your tires and give them the attention they must have on a regular basis. Tires should be checked at least once weekly with a calibrated gauge. Better yet, make the investment in a good Tire Pressure Monitoring System. The price of a good Tire Pressure Monitoring System is not a cost. It is an investment and can pay for itself many

times over.

If you have read this far, hopefully you are becoming a believer.

If you want more specific information about the benefits of retreads, along with the name of a top quality Canadian retreader near you, or if you want to tour a retread plant, call or email us.

And now, on a personal note, as many of you already know, I have had some health issues that left me disabled from walking well. My recovery has been slow and after much soul searching, I realized that after 40 years of knowledge and experience serving as the voice and Representative of our Retread Tire Industry, the time has come for me to turn over to my very able assistant Jeffrey Parks the full time day-to-day role

of RTA Managing Director.

I have known Jeffrey Parks for more than 30 years. For the last 5 years he has become RTA’s right hand man. I can say with full assurance that Jeffrey is fully ready to take over the responsibility of leading RTA into the future.

On the bright side I have no plans to exit our Industry or to leave RTA. Both Jeffrey and I are excited about working together through RTA on your behalf for many years to come.

In closing I want all of you to know I deeply appreciate your support and will welcome your e-mails and telephone calls for years to come. I can personally be reached by e-mail at harvey@retreadtire.org and by telephone to 831.646.5269. I love talking to truckers!

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GOVERNMENT OF NOVA SCOTIA

Police Partner with MADD for Operation Christmas

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overnment and law enforcement agencies are coming together to launch Operation Christmas.

The annual campaign aimed at reducing impaired driving and encouraging motorists to practice safe winter driving, was launched on December 7, in Cole Harbour.

“The holiday season should be spent cele-

brating with family and friends,” said Don Spicer, acting Director of Policing Services, on behalf of acting Justice Minister Michel Samson. “Impaired driving accidents are tragic but they can be prevented. We all have a responsibility to ensure that a person does not get behind the wheel when under the influence.”

One of the leading causes of preventable death and serious injuries on Nova

Scotia roads is impaired driving.

Halifax Regional Police Service is partnering with Halifax District RCMP to host the campaign. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Canada will also participate in Operation Christmas.

Checkpoints targeting impaired drivers will be set up across Cole Harbour

to highlight the start of the campaign. More checkpoints will be in place across the

province throughout the holiday season. “ We a p p r e c i a t e t h e opportunity to participate with law enforcement, first responders and other highway safety partners as part of Operation Christmas,” said Susan MacAskill, MADD Atlantic Regional Manager. “We are asking motorists to exercise responsible choices and

drive safe and sober. We don’t want there to be an empty place at the dinner table this holiday season.”

The Criminal Code makes it illegal to drive with a blood-alcohol level above .08. Nova Scotia imposes administrative penalties, including a minimum seven-day license suspension, for motorists who are driving with a blood-alcohol content of .05 to .08.

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TRANSCORE LINK LOGISTICS

TransCore Awards Customers 104th Grey Cup Experience

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oronto, Ontario - Moving a load is the lifeblood of many trucking businesses, and for two lucky Loadlink customers in particular, one posted load led to an experience of a lifetime, much to their surprise.

M i c h a e l Wo w k o f Sprucevalley Carriers and Harman Shoker of The Harman Group (HGC) both won tickets

to the 104th Grey Cup at BMO Field in Toronto on Sunday, November 27 through TransCore Link Logistics’ (TransCore) Loadlink Load Posting Contest. Both gentlemen were rooting for the Calgary Stampeders.

Wo w k , f r o m S t r a t h more, Alberta, claimed the grand prize and was awarded airfare and hotel accommodations in addition to a pair of

100-level seats. “It was the first Grey Cup I’ve ever been to so it was awesome. The fans were incredible… the whole experience was 100%,” said Wowk.

Shoker in Caledon, Ontario also expressed his enthusiasm after attending the game with a friend: “Honestly it was amazing. The environment was spectacular.

The seats were amazing

as well…you can see everything. I know they just revamped the stadium as well so that was a really big bonus…Going to the Grey Cup was just crazy,” said Shoker.

He added that the poprock band OneRepublic’s performance at the halftime show kept everyone on their toes.

TransCore, leader of trucking technology solutions in Canada, is

always looking for fun and unique ways to not only connect with their customers, but to give back to them. The company has been giving away fabulous prizes, through the Load Posting Contest, to its Loadlink customers for posting loads. Prizes range from Las Vegas trips for two, sought-after sporting tickets, office lunches and more!

This year the company did no less and also aw ar de d se v e n o f f ice lunches including other winners such as CM Logistics (2006) Inc. who generously donated their $250 prize to charity.

More information on TransCore Link Logistics can be found at www. transcore.ca, @loadlink on Twitter, on YouTube, on Facebook and on LinkedIn.

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MITCHELL 1

10th Anniversary of First Online Diagnostic & Repair Information

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o w a y, C a l i f o r nia - Mitchell 1, a leading provider of repair information solutions for the motor vehicle industry, is marking the 10th anniversary of launching its online diagnostic and repair information software for commercial trucks. Over the 10 years since releasing the Tractor-Trailer. net software for Class 7-8 trucks, the company has expanded its offerings beyond repair information, to also cover diagnostic trouble code procedures and mechanical labor estimating for all makes

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and models of Class 4-8 trucks.

Mitchell 1 has provided repair information for commercial trucks going back to 1986, when the first Mitchell Manuals for medium and heavy trucks were published.

In 2006, the company was the first to transition from publishing printed manuals to offering an online truck repair shop software solution to the aftermarket, making it quick and easy for technicians to access the vast amounts of data in the Mitchell 1 database.

“As we mark the 10-

year anniversary of our software for commercial trucks, it’s amazing to reflect on the past and see how far we have come,” said Kristy LaPage, Business Manager for Mitchell 1’s commercial vehicle group. “We now offer a comprehensive suite of solutions covering every step of the truck repair process and continue to innovate for the future.

Since the beginning, our focus has always been on helping truck repair shops work more efficiently and accurately to increase productivity and quality of repair work.”

Milestones in the 10year history of Mitchell 1’s innovation in diagnostic and repair software for Class 4-8 trucks include: 2006 - Mitchell 1 introduced Tractor-Trailer.net, one of the aftermarket’s first online resources for heavy truck repair information, including fullcolor, scalable wiring diagrams, high resolution digital photos of components, connector views and location and specifications.

2009 - Medium-Truck. net was added, with online repair information for medium duty trucks.

2010 - RepairConnect was released, providing specific diagnostics and procedures for trouble codes.

2 0 1 3 - Tr u c k L a b o r was launched, the first comprehensive labor time estimating product for medium and heavy trucks.

2015 - TruckSeries was released, consolidating the content from all four truck information products into a single, modular software suite for Class 4-8 trucks.

2016 - Manager SE Truck Edition was launched, p rov idin g a co m ple te

shop management solution for independent truck repair facilities.

As the commercial vehicle industry increasingly relies on accurate repair information that is available 24/7, Mitchell 1 continues to develop solutions to make diagnosing and repairing any make of commercial vehicle easier and more efficient.

For more information about Mitchell 1 products call 888.724.6742, visit www.mitchell1.com, or locate an independent service representative at www.mitchellrep.com.

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EDITORIAL

Pro Driver Dave Rhodenizer

BY GEORGE FULLERTON

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ave Rhodenizer’s professional driving career extends more than thirty years, with the past twenty-three working as an owner-operator with Eassons Transport headquartered in Berwick, Nova Scotia.

Dave has been recognized by Eassons on four occasions as their Driver of the Year. Being selected as the Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA) driver of the month of October is an additional, and well deserved recognition.

Dave has accumulated more than five million accident free kilometers working for Eassons.

Dave began trucking career while still in school, and too young to drive, he bought a truck and hired a driver to work it around the Annapolis Valley. “That really did not work out so well and I soon sold the truck,” confessed Dave. After he became licensed to drive Dave began working for his father, Eric, doing local work in the Valley, and some regional work across the Maritimes.

Dave’s driving career took a break for nine years when he established and operated a mobile truck wash service.

Eventually he migrated back to highway driving and working as an owner operator.

Dave came to Eassons as an owner-operator when his employer, Sarsfield Transport, was acquired by Eassons. Dave recalled that he had been doing a good deal of LTL work to Toronto and Eassons initially kept him working in the same arena. “Eassons is a great company to work for,” shared Dave. “They are concerned about safety and have an open door policy. I am never hesitant to walk into head office and knock on Paul Eassons’ office, or any of the managers, and sit down

to discuss issues, problems or concerns. It is a family run business and everyone is approachable and ready to listen and act to correct problems.”

Trevor Bent, Vice President of Human Resources and Safety with Eassons, recognizes Dave as committed to his own business and a solid business partner with Eassons.

“Dave understands that his success as an owneroperator depends on the success of his employer, and he is committed to representing Eassons as well as he possibly can,” explained Trevor.

Trevor offered that in addition to maintaining very high evaluation scores, Dave’s four Driver of the Year awards came by way of results from personnel surveys, through which his peer drivers voted him as Driver of the Year.

While Dave maintains a deep respect and commitment for his employer, Trevor pointed out that he is a powerful spokesman for Eassons’ owner-operators, bringing issues forward with management and representing them in annual remuneration review processes. “Dave is not a bit shy when it comes to advocating for Eassons’ owner-operators” said Trevor.

Referring to his role as owner-operator rep, Dave explained, “I do a good deal of research around rates and other contract issues, right across the industry, and I negotiate for the best deal we can agree on.”

Dave, like other operators and drivers for Eassons, is assessed on his overall work performance through evaluation scoring, a fairly complex system that evaluates each driver on a variety of measures.

“I have been fortunate to be able to keep my scores close to 200 out of 200 pretty consistently.

When Eassons was a smaller outfit, that scoring

in my mind had less significance because there were a smaller number of drivers. Currently, I get evaluated along with 150 operators, and maintaining that high scoring has a lot more significance for me.”

Dave recognizes he is getting older. “I can’t do the same amount of work as I did when I was twenty,” he declared. Eassons recognized Dave’s wish to slow down a bit and was assigned a dedicated run consisting of two trips per week out of Montreal, delivering in Quebec and the Maritimes. “My first trip usually ends in the Moncton region with a reload in PEI, and the second trip delivers out close to home, so I get good quality home and rest time.”

Dave and his wife Debra share a good deal of that quality time with extended visits with their four grandchildren. “I don’t take all the credit for the recognition received and the achievements I have made in my career.

A lot of credit has to go to Debra, because she was running the home and raising our children when I was out on the road. She had to take on a lot of responsibilities. Having the right life partner is a very important asset in this business,” commented Dave.

Dave is also recognized as a driver mentor. He is quick to point out he is not a coach, but does keep an eye out for new and young drivers and makes himself available to offer them advice on just about any work related issue.

Dave takes a good deal of pride in work and recognizes he is an ambassador for Eassons and takes that responsibility seriously. One of Dave’s pet peeves involves trucks parked in fuel islands while the drivers disappear inside.

“Like every other truck driver I would often get upset when a driver would leave their truck in the fuel island rather than moving to the parking area while they ran in to do their business. I found it very embarrassing when one of our trucks was that abandoned truck in the fuel island, while trucks pile up behind it.

It was a very bad representation for Eassons. I shared my concern about it with our management and they suggested I come up with an idea to correct that behavior. Eassons supported me to make a video around the issue and it has been shared around our drivers, and I am proud to say it has made a difference and the practice amongst Easson drivers has been corrected.”

Trevor Bent picked up on the fuel island truck issue. “We do a monthly video reviewing business details and share it with our employees.

Dave voiced his concern about trucks left in the fuel islands and I invited him to come along to the videotaping to explain the problem and the solution. Dave gave a clear explanation of the issue, and how it represented the company. That message was shared in the company and drivers recognized the problem and have made the effort to correct it.”

Eassons has also recognized Dave’s safety record, making him a member of the Presidents Club. Trevor explained the award is officially called the Safety Recognition Award. Annually, drivers who have no preventable accidents are recognized and awarded a jacket for their accomplishment. Drivers who have accumulated ten jacket awards are further celebrated with a group outing along with their spouse to an event with Eassons President, Paul Easson. Over the years the event has ranged from backyard barbecues to a night of dinner theatre and hotel stay.

The ten year event has been held in Nova Scotia, but because the company

has grown Eassons plans to hold three events for safety recognition in the future, adding Newfoundland and Ontario events; this, in addition to the home base affair.

Eassons Transport Ltd. William Easson began trucking in 1945, and was joined by his brother Phillip in the 1950s. The company expanded from its base in the Annapolis Valley and following William and Phillip’s retirement, Williams’ sons, Paul, Peter and Tom moved into management positions. Third generation members of Eassons are currently working in management positions in the company.

Since 1995 Eassons Transport has expanded their business and added capacity by acquiring companies, including Elite Fleet, Sarsfield Transport, W.R. Bolivar Transport and Ciloe Group Inc. (CRS & David Brown Transport).

Eassons provides coast to coast service for temperature controlled trailer loads and LTL. The company operates 330 power units and approximately 455 trailers.

Eassons has offices in Kentville, Nova Scotia; Moncton, New Brunswick; Mount Pearl, Newfoundland; Mississauga, Ontario; Albany, Prince Edward Island and Belleville, Ontario.

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ACCOUNTING, TAX & BOOKKEEPING

AUXILIARY HEATING & A/C SYSTEMS SALES & SERVICE

Fil-Mor Automotive & Clutch Products Ltd.

Account & Records Management Bookkeeping For Your Business & Personal Finances

Toll Free: 888.644.2333 AUTOMATED LUBRICATION SYSTEMS

Wilson Instruments Ltd. The Anti-Idling Experts

43 Crowe Bay Heights, RR 2 Campbellford, ON K0L 1L0 Tel: 705.653.2403 Fax: 705.653.5560

Beka-Lube Products Inc. “Technology you can rely on.”

2830 Argentia Road, Unit 9 Mississauga, ON L5N 8G4 Toll Free: 888.862.7461 Tel: 905.821.1050 Fax: 905.858.0597 info@beka-lube.com www.beka-lube.com

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AXLES

Through Ingersoll Axles, we design,

COMPLIANCE SERVICES

line of versatile, lightweight and superior

FLO Components Ltd. 50 Admiral Blvd.

Mississauga, ON L5T 2W1 Tel: 905.671.2355 Toll Free: 800.668.5458 Fax: 905.671.2358 sales@flocomponents.com www.flocomponents.com Components by:

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performing axle and braking systems as well as suspensions and specialty tools for a one stop shop for our customers in the global transportation industry.

And we pioneered Smart Steer™ Axle

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

VerX Direct Corp.

Carmen Transportation Group

Driver license status and class verification. 24/7 access to all provinces.

Saving Money | Saving Vehicles | Saving Lives.

49 High Street, Ste 205 A Barrie, ON L4N 5J4 Toll Free Tel: 866.713.2001 Tel: 705.733.2001 Fax: 705.733.1004 sales@verxdirect.ca www.verxdirect.ca DPF CLEANING

Cross Border Services

The Cleaning and Maintenance of your DPF and DOC is our only Business.

5325 Outer Drive Windsor, ON N9A 6J3 Tel: 519.737.6005 Fax: 519.737.0005 — 1225 Aerowood Drive Mississauga, ON L4W 1B9 Tel: 905.282.1255 Fax: 905.282.0034 info@dpfcleaningspecialists.com www.dpfcleaningspecialists.com

Dawn Truell, B.B.A., B.A. Psy 1450 Headon Road, PO Box 93005 that combines unmatched stability, Burlington, ON L7M 4A3 customization, braking and load-carrying Tel: 905.973.9136 crossborderservices@cogeco.net capabilities. www.crossborderservices.org 5 Cherry Blossom Road, Suite 1 www.c-tpat-certified.com Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7 ••• technology – the only self-steering axle

Tel: 519.650.0303

Fax: 519.485.2163 cwanklin@imtcorporation.com www.imtcorporation.com CLUTCH PRODUCTS

Clutch Distribution Centre Inc. Specializing in all types of new and reman clutches, clutch components,

Danatec Educational Services Ltd. “Changing the way you train since 1985. Canada’s leading provider of TDG Training & Services”

201-11450 29th Street SE Calgary, AB T2Z 3V5 Toll Free: 800.465.3366 Tel: 403.232.6950 Fax: 403.232.6952 info@danatec.com www.danatec.com

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Pat’s Driveline “Over 30 years of Driveline Manufacturing Expertise”

ONTARIO #1, 7337 Pacific Circle Mississauga, ON L5T 1V1 Toll Free: 877.438.3155 Tel: 905.564.3155 Fax: 905.564.3166 sales@gearcentregroup.com www.patsdriveline.com ALBERTA 14715-116th Avenue Edmonton, AB T5M 3E8 Toll Free: 800.661.8826 Tel: 780.453.5105 Fax: 780.452.3555 sales@gearcentregroup.com www.patsdriveline.com DRIVER SERVICES, RECRUITMENT & EMPLOYMENT

150 South Service Road Stoney Creek, ON L8E 3H6 Toll Free: 800.268.5076 Tel: 905.573.3101 sales@niagaraservice.com 28 January 2017

Tel: 416.745.9220 Alt. Tel: 416.742.0003 Fax: 416.759.5890 Carlo@cdcparts.com www.cdcparts.com

P. O. Box 402, 140 Market Drive Milton, ON L9T 4Y9 Toll Free: 888.812.0099 Tel: 905.693.0660 Fax: 905.693.0332 clientservices@itrcanada.com www.itrcanada.com

Call Karen at 905.212.9898 English or Punjabi Call Monty at 800.267.1888 or 613.961.5144 extn 123

recruiting@itsinc.on.ca www.itstruck.ca

Walmart Fleet

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Get on the road to success with the world's largest retailer.

Kelsey Trail Trucking Ltd.

6800 Maritz Drive Mississauga, ON L5W 1W2 Tel: 905.670.9966 Ext. 60401 Fax: 905.795.4186 careers@walmartfleet.ca

We are your “one-stop” total logistics solutions provider since 1981. We have been helping companies get maximum results at exceptional value. Our flat deck long haul services are a key link in any efficient supply chain.

LTL, FTL, over dimensional and weightpermitted shipments across Canada. All of our trucks are equipped with a GPS system. We strategically designed our company to be your edge.

Experience it today!

2365 Bowman Street Innisfil, ON L9S 3V6 Toll Free: 888.564.8161 Tel: 705.436.6713 Fax: 705.436.9705 tyler@kelseytrail.com www. kelseytrail.com

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Xan Systems Inc. We are a family owned transportation business specializing in temperature controlled and dry freight loads established in and successfully growing since 2003.

16700 Bayview Avenue, Unit 214 Newmarket, ON L3X 1W1 Tel: 647.933.2765 Fax: 647.933.2764 www.xansystems.com FACTORING, FINANCE & FOREIGN EXCHANGE

Siemens Transportation Group Inc.

6950 Kenderry Gate Mississauga, ON L5T 2S7 Toll Free: 800.661.0377 Tel: 905.670.3426 Fax: 905.670.3436 recruit@keehumanresources.com www.keehumanresources.com

P.O. Box 7290 Saskatoon, SK S7K 4J2 888.878.9585 Fax: 306.668.5849 driver.recruitment@ siemenstransport.com www.siemenstransport.com

74 Mississaga Street East Orillia, ON L3V 1V5 Toll Free: 866.531.2615 Toll Free Fax: 866.531.2651 Bruce@accutraccapital.com www.AccutracCapital.com

Fast and friendly service since 1986.

Niagara Service & Supply Ltd.

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“Your Goals Are Our Priority.”

within the GTA available upon request.

ITR Canada Inc.

6845 Invader Crescent Mississauga, ON L5T 2B7 Toll Free: 855.721.3962 Tel: 905.670.0057 ext 4612 Fax: 844.314.5953 recruiting@rosedale.ca www.rosedalegroup.ca

“Accutrac provides cash flow solutions structured specifically for the freight and trucking industry. We’ve made factoring easy to understand and affordable with one low cost, all in. Qualification is easy and funding is available same day.”

flywheel grinding. Pick up and delivery

81 Northline Road

107 Bellevue Drive, Box 1450 Belleville, ON K8N 5J1 Toll Free: 800.267.1888 Tel: 613.961.5144 Fax: 613.961.1255 or 888.485.6487

company, have a fundamental belief that our people make the difference in how we consistently deliver total customer satisfaction.”

Siemens Transportation Group Inc. spans across North America. As an international, family-owned operation, it encompasses specialized transportation companies for a total supply chain solution. These companies range from international Truckload, Less Than Truckload service, International Flat Deck service, Ground Courier service and Warehouse Distribution service

new and used flywheel exchanges, and

Toronto, ON M4B 3E9

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DRIVESHAFTS

C-TPAT, FAST, PIP, CSA, SCAC, MC, DOT, CVOR, NEXUS, Bonding, Training Programs & Seminars.

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3700 Weston Road The Rosedale Group Toronto, ON M9L 2Z4 “As a transportation & warehousing Toll Free: 866.857.5166 service provider since 1969, The Tel: 416.667.9700 Rosedale Group, has a proud history Fax: 416.667.8272 of meeting the industry-specific info@carmentransportationgroup.com requirements of our customers. We, as a www.carmentransportationgroup.com

International Truckload Services Inc.

DPF Cleaning Specialists

IMT Corporation engineer and manufacture a complete

“For Total Lube Solutions, Go With the FLO!”

81 Northline Road Toronto, ON M4B 3E9 Toll Free: 800.677.9038 Tel: 416.759.2245 Fax: 416.759.5890 info@filmorautomotive.com www.filmorautomotive.com

Resurfacing all types of flywheels and repairing lugs. A good line of clutch related components including clutch brakes, clutch forks, drive lugs, release bearings, pilot bushings/bearings, master/slave cylinders, flywheels and alignment tools.

S.E.T.I. Inc.

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A proud Canadian remanufacturer of quality Heavy Duty & automotive clutches since 1980. Specializing in heavy duty & custom made clutches including our own Torque Master Clutches.

www.wilsoninstrumentsltd.com

Service, Experience, Technology, Innovation!

386 Steeles Avenue East, Unit 2 Milton, ON L9T 1Y4 Tel: 905.878.7161 info@seti-imports.com www.autogreaser.com or www.seti-imports.com

CLUTCH PRODUCTS

Kee Human Resources

Accutrac Capital Solutions Inc.

FACTORING, FINANCE & FOREIGN EXCHANGE

FLEET MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

INSURANCE BROKERS

INSURANCE BROKERS

INSURANCE BROKERS

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Execucor Financial Limited We are one of the oldest lease brokerage firms in Canada. We have been providing financial solutions that work for businesses, large and small, from Coast to Coast since 1983.

2 Director Court, Unit 102 Woodbridge, ON L4L 3Z5 Toll Free: 888.393.2826 Tel: 416.498.5017 ext 213 Toll Free Fax: 877.498.6165 eric.knight@execucor.com www.execucor.com

Fleet Harmony Inc. PO Box 3375 Stellarton, NS B0K 1S0 Toll Free: 844.527.6669 Tel: 902.775.0825 Fax: 902.755.0341 sales@fleetharmony.com www.fleetharmony.com FUEL ADDITIVES & LUBRICANTS V

Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Limited, Incorporating The CG&B Group Package policies for both local and long haul fleets.

120 South Town Centre Blvd.

Markham, ON L6G 1C3 Toll Free: 800.267.6670 Tel: 905.479.6670 Fax: 905.479.9164 cgb@cgbgroup.com www.cgbgroup.com

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315 Matheson Blvd. East Mississauga, ON L4Z 1X8 Toll Free: 800.263.0664 Tel: 905.501.5000 Fax: 905.501.0395 CanadaSales@JDFactors.com www.JDFactors.com canadasales@jdfactors.com

P. O. Box 51016, RPO Tyndall Park Winnipeg, MB R2X 3C6 Toll Free: 877.778.4440 Tel: 204.694.1777 Fax: 204.633.0133 gbennett@powerservice.ca www.powerservice.ca FUEL & LUBRICANTS DIRECT

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“Same-day and weekend funding, customized personal service, equipment leasing.”

176 Seacliff Drive West Leamington, ON N8H 3Y5 Toll Free: 877.653.9426 Tel: 519.419.5044 Fax: 855.295.6605 riacobelli@liquidcapitalcorp.com www.liquidcapitalmidwest.com FASTENERS, FITTINGS, HOSE & SHOP MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES

Baird MacGregor Insurance Brokers LP At Baird MacGregor you are under our shield of protection. We are known throughout the business community for our commitment to acountabilty, consistency, innovation and excellence in all that we do. We have specialized in providing cost-effective insurance and unique risk management solutions since 1979.

825 Queen Street East Toronto, ON M4M 1H8 Toll Free: 800.263.3030 Tel: 416.778.8000 Fax: 416.778.4492 lgarofalo@bairdmacgregor.com www.bairdmacgregor.com

Blue Water Group is Canada’s largest Independent Distributor of Mobil Lubricants.

Providing quality Mobil products to all businesses large or small, stationary or on the go, on land or at sea.

“Commitment to Service – Privileged to Serve.”

3162 Thunderbird Cres.

Burnaby, BC V5A 3G4 Tel: 604.420.4331 Fax: 604.420.4137 Mobil1BC@bluewatergroup.ca www.bluewatergroup.ca

Bryson & Associates Insurance Brokers Ltd.

“Serving the industrial and trucking aftermarket since 1952.”

Multi-Line Fastener Supply Co. Ltd. “Serving fastener needs for Industrial, Automotive & Maintenance Trades."

1100 Courtney Park Dr. E., Unit 5 Mississauga, ON L5T 1L7 Tel: 905.677.5088 Fax: 905.677.4917 brendachu@multilinefasteners.com www.multilinefasteners.com

Polar Mobility (Climate Control Systems)

Fax: 905.426.4959 dbundock@brysoninsurance.ca www.brysoninsurance.ca

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1 Eglinton Ave. East, Suite 415 Toronto, ON M4P 3Z1 Tel: 416.486.0951 Fax: 416.489.5311 jasonj@cibi.ca www.cibi.ca

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Fuel Fired Heaters for pick-up trucks to Class 8 Trucks.

We can help with your Environmental Responsibility, increase your profits by decreasing your Carbon Footprint and reduce Fuel & Maintenance Costs.

7860-62 Street S.E., Calgary, AB T2C 5K2 Toll Free: 800.309.8155 Tel Calgary: 403.279.3633 Tel Edmonton: 780.465.5068 Tel Red Deer: 403.340.3166 info@polarmobility.com www.polarmobility.com

Call one of our trucking insurance specialists today.”

1 Pinehill Drive, Suite 2 Lower Sackville, NS B4C 1N4 Toll Free: 866.865.0025 Tel: 902.865.0025 Fax: 902.865.5343 christinas@salvatoreinsurance.ca www.salvatoreinsurance.ca

Jones Deslauriers Insurance Management Inc. Transportation Insurance Broker/Advisor™

2375 Skymark Avenue Mississauga, ON L4W 1Y6 Toll Free: 877.232.9996 Tel: 416.240.5695 Fax: 416.259.7178 donnyc@jdimi.com www.jdimi.com

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Newman Insurance

Providing innovative insurance solutions “It’s not what you pay: it’s what your GET & unparalleled risk management for what you pay. support. Talk to one of Newman’s Transportation, Logistics, Cargo, Fleet dedicated Transportation Insurance Safety Management Services & Bonds.”

Specialists to get the right coverage at a Toll Free: 800.661.5196 competitive price.

Tel: 905.426.8787

Canadian Insurance Brokers Inc.

F.B. Feeney Hardware

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24 Seacliff Drive East Leamington, ON N8H 0C2 Toll Free: 800.463.4700 Tel: 519.326.9339 Fax: 519.326.0128 dan.mcguire@hubinternational.com www.hubinternational.com

Blue Water West Ltd.

HEATING SYSTEMS SALES & SERVICE - FUEL FIRED

7515 Kimbel Street Mississauga, ON L5S 1A7 Toll Free: 800.363.0639 Tel: 416.750.4610 Other Tel: 905.405.1275 Fax: 905.405.0616 tfeeney@feeneyhardware.com www.feeneyhardware.com

Transportation Insurance

“It takes knowledge & experience to keep a truck on the road. Use our experience to help drive your company to success.

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Liquid Capital Midwest Corp.

HUB International Ontario Ltd.

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J D Factors

Salvatore Insurance Brokers Ltd.

RP Oil Limited RP Oil Limited is a distributor of automotive and industrial lubricants. As an independently owned and operated company we’ve been aggressively servicing southern and central Ontario for over 40 years giving us the experience and know-how to keep your vehicle running smoothly.

1111 Burns Street E. Unit 3 Whitby, ON L1N 6A6 Toll Free: 800.335.6623 Tel: 905.666.2313 Fax: 905.666.2761 stevehepperdson@rpoil.com www.rpoil.com

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Licenced in Ontario Only.

62 Dundas Street West Belleville, ON K8P 1A3 Toll Free: 800.653.1924 Tel: 613.968.6705 Fax: 613.968.9437 info@newmaninsurance.ca www.newmaninsurance.ca

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Vulcan On-Board Scales #11-1642 Langan Avenue Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 1K5 Toll Free: 800.663.0854 Tel: 604.944.1481 Fax: 604.944.1482 www.vulcanscales.com OUTRIGGER PADS

Stability Pads We are committed to offering quality RV stabilizer jack pads, crane outrigger pads and multi-functional stability pads while ensuring everyone access to a safe and affordable product.

We offer solutions for avid RV’ers and campers, heavy equipment owners and operators looking to improve the safety and stability of any project or endeavor.

B105, 2634 – 45th Avenue Calgary, AB T2B 3M1 Tel: 403.720.6229 Fax: 403. 720.6226 quinnc@stabilitypads.com www.stabilitypads.com PERMITS, LICENCING & DRUG TESTING

730 Permit Services Inc. Established in 1992, our experts have detailed knowledge of the filing systems for permits, accounting and audits.

CARDINAL

Box 755, 2085 Shanly Road Cardinal, ON K0E 1E0 Toll Free: 800.410.4754 Tel: 613.657.1244 Fax: 613.657.1453 info@730permitservices.com

MISSISSAUGA

Total Canada Inc. 220, av Lafleur Lasalle, QC H8R 4C7 Toll Free: 800.463.3955 Tel: 514.595.7579 Fax: 514.367.5767 www.total-canada.ca ON-BOARD TRUCK SCALES

6885 Davand Drive, Unit #4 Mississauga, ON L5T 1J5 Tel: 905.670.2208 Fax: 905.670.0208 mdeyo@730permitservices.com

WOODSTOCK

535 Mill Street Woodstock, ON N4S 0A9 Tel: 519.537.8658 Fax: 519.537.7956 jgoff@730permitservices.com www.730permitservices.com

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Palmer Atlantic Insurance Ltd. One of Canada’s leading Trucking Insurance and Risk Services Brokers, specializing in coverage for local and

Erb and Erb Insurance Brokers Ltd. What you want to protect the most.

We protect the best!

30 Queen Street North Kitchener, ON N2H 6N2 Toll Free: 800.265.2634 Tel: 519.579.4270 Fax: 519.741.1977 cbunn@erb-erb.com or info@erb-erb.com www.erb-erb.com

long haul fleets and owner-operators.

Check out our website to learn more about how we can help you today!

538 Main Street, Unit 1 Hartland, NB E7P 2N5 Toll Free: 800.267.8006 Tel: 506.375.7500 Fax: 506.375.4232 jpalmer@palmeratlantic.ca www.palmeratlantic.ca

Cleral Scales CLERAL is an onboard scale for trucks manufacturer since 1995. Leader in onboard weighing systems for all suspension types. More precision, easier to use, and at a more than affordable price.

90 des Distributeurs Val d'Or, QC J6P 6Y1 Tel: 855.824.1151 Fax: 819.824.9463 nama@cleral.com www.cleral.com

FLEET-TAX SERVICES INC. Celebrating 15 Years in Business!

Our team is very well known for their MTO & DOT Audit Support, Authorities, IRP, Fuel & Mileage Taxes, Drug & Alcohol Testing Center

4654 Ontario Street Beamsville, ON L0R 1B4 Tel: 905.563.1010 fleet-tax@nwic.ca www.fleettaxservices.com January 2017 29

PERMITS & SERVICES

TIRE MANUFACTURERS

TRAILER MANUFACTURERS [ TANKERS ]

TRUCK & TRAILER REPAIRS

TRUCK EXHAUST SALES & SERVICE

TRUCK PARTS & SUPPLIES

C.U.T.C. Inc. Serving the Transportation industry since 1989.

1295 Crois Carol Laval, QC H7W 1G3 Toll Free: 866.927.8294 Tel: 450.687.8294 Fax: 450.687.6963 pvoelker@sympatico.ca www.cutcinc.ca REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS

Continental Tire Americas, LLC

the

1830 MacMillan Park Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29707 Tel: 704.583.8682 Fax: 704.583.8947 kenneth.james@cont-na.com www.continental-truck.com TOWING SERVICES

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Polar Mobility (Kingtec) Affordable refrigeration alternative for the Small to Medium Business. Proven Grade Materials and Technology with Nation Wide Coverage.

7860-62 Street S.E., Calgary, AB T2C 5K2 Toll Free: 800.309.8155 Tel Calgary: 403.279.3633 Tel Edmonton: 780.465.5068 Tel Red Deer: 403.340.3166 info@polarmobility.com www.polarmobility.com

A Towing Service Ltd. Servicing GTA, Ontario and USA. A company you can count on!

185 Bartley Drive Toronto, ON M4A 1E6 Toll Free: 800.773.7952 Tel: 416.656.4000 Fax: 416.656.3065 carole@atowing.ca www.atowing.ca

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For Traction locations see page 26

Bedard Tankers Inc. Leader in Dry Bulk, Liquid, Liquefied Compressed Gas & Cryogenic Road Tanker Trailers.

M.T.T. Repair Services Inc.

5785 Place Turcot M.T.T. Repair Services Inc. is a family Montreal, QC H4C 1V9 owned and operated business that has been providing quality repairs and Tel: 514.937.1670 services since 1975. We operate out Fax: 514.937.2190 of a 14,000 square foot building with administration@bedardtankers.com eleven bays including a truck and trailer www.bedardtankers.com TRAILER SALES, LEASING, RENTALS & SERVICE

Fort Garry Industries Proud distributors of Lode-King, Midland Manufacturing, Arctic Manufacturing, Landoll, Float King and more.

trailers@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com/trailers

RUST PREVENTIVE PRODUCTS

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paint bay and two sandblasting bays.

M.T.T. Repair Services currently employs trailer mechanics, welders, body men and painters. We are also an accredited vehicle inspection station that allows us to conduct annual safety inspections to all of your trailers.

1868 Drew Road Mississauga, ON L5S 1J6 Tel: 905.677.2771 Fax: 905.677.2774 info@mttrepair.com www.mttrepair.com TRUCK CUSTOMIZING

••• Abrams Towing “Service Across Ontario” 24 Hour Heavy Towing

Krown Corporate “Krown offers a superior line of rust inhibiting products and body maintenance programs to help keep your trucks on the road.”

35 Magnum Drive Schomberg, ON L0G 1T0 Toll Free: 800.267.5744 Tel: 905.939.8750 Fax: 905.939.8710 info@krown.com www.krown.com STARTERS & ALTERNATORS SALES & SERVICE

Newton’s Electric Inc Newton’s Electric Inc. has been supplying material handling, industrial & commerical starters & alternators and AC & DC motors since 1979.

85 Steelwell Road Brampton, ON L6T 5N5 Tel: 905.791.2485 ext. 112 Fax: 905.791.6304 sales@newtonselectric.com www.newtonselectric.com TARPS & TARPING SYSTEMS

Toll Free: 888.667.5438 Tel: 416.398.2500 www.abrams.com

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Action Automotive, Towing & Recovery “Meeting Your Service Needs in Eastern Ontario with a Mobile Mechanic on staff to assist you while on the road.”

P. O. Box 126 Trenton ON K8V 5R2 Toll Free: 800.551.6151 Tel: 613.394.4924 Fax: 613.394.2428 action@reach.net www.actiontowingtrenton.ca

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Quality Collision Centre Smartway Trailer Rentals 2891 Sideroad 10 Bradford, ON L3Z 2A4 Toll Free: 888.747.7667 Tel: 905.775.6700 Fax: 905.775.7250 info@smartwaytrailers.ca www.smartwaytrailers.ca

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Transcourt Tank Leasing

Quality Collision Centre has been providing superior collision & body work for heavy trucks, trailers & cars since 1979.

When you bring your vehicle in to Quality Collision Centre, you can be assured of timely turnaround, expert repairs & complete satisfaction.

12 Clarke Blvd.

Brampton, ON L6W 1X3 Tel: 905.451.8550 Fax: 905.451.7627 info@qualitycollision.ca www.qualitycollision.ca TRUCK DELIVERY

Toll Free: 866.934.5744 Contacts:

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Gobbo Towing & Recovery Ltd. 85 Pondhollow Road Sudbury, ON P3E 6C1

Shop 5238 Hwy. 69 South Sudbury, ON P3E 4N1 Toll Free: 800.261.4252 Tel: 705.523.2341 Fax: 705.523.2817 gobbotowing@bellnet.ca

Robert Pahanich rpahanich@transcourt.com

WESTERN CANADA Kevin Quick kquick@transcourt.com TRANSPORTATAION TRAINING

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Drive Star Shuttle Systems Ltd. 1625 Stone Church Road East Hamilton, ON L8W 3Y5 Tel: 289.285.3022 Fax: 289.285.3026 Toll Free Fax: 866.425.4440 sales@drive-star.com www.drive-star.com TRUCK EQUIPMENT

Kee Training Academy Load Covering Solutions Ltd. “Keeping You Covered”

KBW Truck Transfer Service. Heavy & Medium Towing. Flatbed Specialists.

5499 Harvester Road Burlington, ON L7L 5V4 Toll Free: 800.465.8277 Tel: 905.335.2012 Fax: 905.335.8499 www.loadcoveringsolutions.com

1 Towns Road Etobicoke, ON M8Z 1A1 Toll Free: 866.616.6379 Tel: 416.255.4443 Fax: 416.252.2558 dankbw@hotmail.com

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6950 Kenderry Gate, Mississauga, ON L5T 2S7 Toll Free: 800.661.0377 Tel: 905.670.3426 Fax: 905.670.3436 recruit@keehumanresources.com www. keehumanresources.com

A one-stop total exhaust and emission solution provider. Our products, services and manufacturing abilities enable us to provide our customers with the highest standards in exhaust parts and services.

480 Grays Road Hamilton, ON L8E 2Z4 Toll Free: 800.461.2495 Tel: 905.578.4303 Fax: 905.578.4381 terrya@aaexhaust.com www.aaexhaust.com

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Fort Garry Industries Sales and NSM certified installation of snow plows, sanders, mixers, dump bodies and more.

truckequip@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com/equipment.com

For TruckPro locations see page 27

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ALBERTA

CALGARY

Fort Garry Industries 5350-72nd Avenue SE Calgary, AB T2C 4X5 Toll Free: 800.661.3126 Tel: 403.236.9712 Fax: 403.236.7249 calgary@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com

EDMONTON

Fort Garry Industries The Truck Exhaust Place Since 1982 we have been a one stop exhaust shop for the trucking industry as well as the heavy duty exhaust needs of industrial, farming, manufacturers and mining industry.

We have been helping fleets, owneroperators, brokers, truck repair facilities, municipalities and manufactures get their equipment up and running and their trucks back on the road with minimal down time.

1365 Bonhill Road Mississauga, ON L6T 1M1 Toll Free: 800.385.8801 Tel: 905.670.0100 Fax: 905.670.8128 mitch@totalexhaust.com www.totalexhaust.com TRUCK LIGHTING & ACCESSORIES

Grote Industries, Co. Known for innovation, ethical business practices, and a strong commitment to providing quality products and service, Grote Industries is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and marketers of vehicle lighting and safety systems.

230 Travail Road Markham, ON L3S 3J1 Toll Free: 800.268.5612 Tel: 905.209.9744 Toll Free Fax: 800.267.9024 Fax: 905.209.9757 mark.paul@grote.com www.grote.com TRUCK LIGHTING & ACCESSORIES

SWS Safety Warning Systems Canada’s Go-To Manufacturer, for Amber Beacons, Minibars, Traffic Directors and Backup Alarms for the past 45+ years.

Excellent prices with the industry’s best warranties.

“Your Goals Are Our Priority.”

K.B.W. Towing

A & A Exhaust Systems

7695 Blackburn Parkway, Niagara Falls, ON L2H 0A6 Toll Free: 877.357.0222 Tel: 905.357.0222 Fax: 905.357.9122 sales@swscanada.com www.swscanada.com

16230-118th Avenue NW Edmonton, AB T5V 1C6 Toll Free: 800.663.9366 Tel: 780.447.4422 Fax: 780.447.3289 edmonton@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com

GRANDE PRAIRIE

Fort Garry Industries 10610-82nd Avenue Clairmont, AB T0H 0W0 Toll Free: 866.424.5479 Tel: 780.402.9864 Fax: 780.402.8659 grandeprairie@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com

LLOYDMINSTER

Fort Garry Industries 5701-63rd Avenue Lloydminster, AB T9V 3B8 Toll Free: 800.661.9709 Tel: 780.875.9115 Fax: 780.875.1403 lloydminster@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com

RED DEER

Fort Garry Industries 170 Queens Drive Red Deer, AB T4P 0R5 Toll Free: 866.297.0022 Tel: 403.343.1383 Fax: 403.347.8275 reddeer@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com MANITOBA

BRANDON

Fort Garry Industries 1440 Highland Avenue Brandon, MB R7C 1A7 Toll Free: 866.883.6120 Tel: 204.571.5980 Fax: 204.571.5982 brandon@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com

WINNIPEG

Fort Garry Industries 2525 Inkster Blvd.

Winnipeg, MB R3C 2E6 Toll Free: 800.282.8044 Tel: 204.632.8261 Fax: 204.956.1786 winnipeg@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com

TRUCK PARTS & SUPPLIES

TRUCK PARTS & SUPPLIES

ONTARIO

MISSISSAUGA

Fort Garry Industries 731 Gana Court Mississauga, ON L5S 1P2 Toll Free: 888.456.6567 Tel: 905.564.5404 Fax: 905.564.8455 mississauga@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com

SUDBURY

Fort Garry Industries Toll Free: 866.328.7725 Tel: 705.222.1042 sudbury@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com

THUNDER BAY

Fort Garry Industries 915 Walsh Street West Thunder Bay, ON P7E 4X5 Toll Free: 800.465.5044 Tel: 807.577.5724 Fax: 807.475.9033 thunderbay@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com

TRUCK TIRE SALES & SERVICE

500 Minimizer Way S.E. Blooming Prairie, MN 55917 Toll Free: 800.248.3855 Tel: 507.583.2112 Fax: 507.583.7540 info@minimizer.com www.minimizer.com TRUCK SALES, LEASING, PARTS & SERVICE

Benson Tire The largest Goodyear dealer in Ontario, offering over 15 locations equipped with

Fast, Honest and Reliable Service!

handle all of your tire needs.

We pick up and deliver!

Tel: 613.933.1700

575 Keele Street Toronto, ON M6N 3E4 Tel: 647.629.8035 Fax: 289.752.4565 maximumpowertrain@gmail.com www.maximumpowertrain.com

Fax: 905.689.3381

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700 Education Road Cornwall, ON K6H 2W8 Toll Free: 866.623.6766

“Your Complete Transportation Business Partner.”

4049 Eastgate Cres.

London, ON N6L 1B7 Toll Free: 800.363.4380 Tel: 519.652.2100 Fax: 519.652.6593 info@gerrystrucks.com ww.gerrystrucks.com

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3455 Miners Avenue Saskatoon, SK S7K 7K9 Toll Free: 800.772.4599 Tel: 306.242.3465 Fax: 306.933.4850 saskatoon@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com

TRUCK TRANSMISSIONS, DIFFERENTIALS & PTO’S

ONTARIO V

MISSISSAUGA

#3, 7337 Pacific Circle Mississauga, ON L5T 1V1 Toll Free: 844.564.8998 Tel: 905.564.8998 Fax: 905.564.5449 sales@gearcentregroup.com www.gearcentre.com TRUCK WASH SYSTEMS

C & R Transmission

Your Complete Driveline Service

ALBERTA 7170 Blackfoot Trail SE Calgary, AB T2H 2M1 Toll Free: 800.661.1378 Tel: 403.252.3880 Fax: 403.252.6308 sales@gearcentregroup.com www.gearcentre.com

Trained Rebuilders & 9 Service Bays.

13 Anderson Blvd.

NEW BRUNSWICK

Surgenor Truck Group

Center. Authorized Allison Overhaul & Maintenance Dealer. Large Inventory of the Most Popular Clutches, Transmissions & Differentials. Factory-

Stouffville, ON L4A 7X4

MONCTON

Toll Free: 888.297.0682

Unit 5, 191 Henri Dunant Street Moncton, NB E1E 1E4 Toll Free: 844.701.GEAR Tel: 506.855.GEAR Fax: 506.859.GEAR sales@gearcentregroup.com www.gearcentre.com

Tel: 905.642.4556 Fax: 905.642.2293 manager@crtransmission.com www.crtransmission.com

DSI is the world’s largest distributor and service provider for Clean Burn, the largest selling used oil furnace / boiler manufacturer.

Clean Burn stands head and shoulders

innovative technology and quality

Automatic Wash Systems & Water Treatment Recycling Systems customized to your requirements.

19 Community Avenue, Unit 2 Stoney Creek, ON L8E 2X9 Toll Free: 800.265.7405 Tel: 905.662.2662 Fax: 888.407.9498 info@awashsystems.com www.awashsystems.com

R.R.#1, 1595 Lobsinger Line Waterloo, ON N2J 4G8 Toll Free: 800.824.4115 Toll Free Fax: 888.626.7843 info@deonsupply.com www.deonsupply.com

TRUCKING SOFTWARE VEHICLE DELIVERY

EDMONTON 14811-116th Avenue Edmonton, AB T5M 3E8 Toll Free: 800.661.8825 Tel: 780.452.6933 Fax: 780.455.8612 sales@gearcentregroup.com www.gearcentre.com

Eastern Ontario / Western Quebec’s largest group of independent truck dealerships, has built a reputation as durable as the brands that we sell and lease.

The Surgenor Truck Group includes two Truck Centres, one in Ottawa, & one in Kingston, as well as five service affiliates (Brockville, Belleville, Gatineau, & 2 in Cornwall) providing regularly scheduled maintenance as well as on-call 24/7 for roadside assistance, & parts delivery.

De-On Supply Inc.

above the competition, due to its

Awash Systems Corp.

CALGARY

Service Ltd.

261 Binnington Court Kingston, ON K7M 9H2 Toll Free: 877.548.1101 Tel: 613.548.1100 Fax: 613.548.4990 Mike.Gallant@SurgenorTruck.com www.surgenortruck.com

USED OIL FURNACE SALES & SERVICE

manufacturing.

www.bensontire.com

Gerry’s Truck Centre

Fort Garry Industries

Fort Garry Industries

Mid-Range and Steering Gears. We offer competitive price on all units sold. We have all ratios and models in stock!

24 hour emergency service vehicles to

REGINA

SASKATOON

We specialize in rebuilding ALL makes of High Quality Differentials, Transmissions,

info@bensontire.com

SASKATCHEWAN ALBERTA

1523 Ross Avenue East Regina, SK S4N 7E5 Toll Free: 800.552.8044 Tel: 306.757.5606 Fax: 306.781.7926 regina@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com

TRUCK TRANSMISSIONS, DIFFERENTIALS & PTO’S

Maximum Powertrain

Minimizer Minimizer has been in business for over 30 years. If it’s on/in a heavy duty truck and can be made of polymers, Minimizer is the brand most trusted.We have the only lifetime guarantee in the industry with products proven where it matters most – on trucks & trailers.

TRUCK TRANSMISSIONS, DIFFERENTIALS & PTO’S

Switchboard Switchboard is an online tool for truck companies to organize their paperwork, jobs, and dispatching. We want to help unlock the potential for fleets by optimizing their operations.

Whether you wish to reduce your time and money spent on going over paperwork, or wish to find a more efficient way of managing your ever growing fleet, we have the solution for you!

Compass Vehicle Delivery Inc.

777 Burrard Street, Suite 41 Vancouver, BC V6Z 1X7 Tel: 778.960.2399 michael@onswitchboard.com www.onswitchboard.com

Tel: 613.392.9676

P.O. Box 265 Stn. Main 16693 Old Hwy 2 Trenton, ON K8V 5R5 Toll Free: 888.992.9676

sales@compassvehicledelivery.com www.compassvehicledelivery.com

ASK THE AXLE EXPERT

Friction Welding vs Swedging

BY RUDY WOSING

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he process for friction welding years ago involved a stub that was inserted into a tube which was then squeezed into place and then welded into place. The process has changed now when it comes to friction welding.

Nowadays, they keep one piece stationary and the other piece spins and gets butted up against it with a tremendous amount of force pushing on the first piece to make the metals bond to each other.

Swedging involves using progressive dyes to “swedge” down the ends

to make it close to the form of a spindle and then do the machining and/ or grinding of the spindle afterwards.

Is there an advantage to Friction Welding over Swedging?

The advantage to friction welding is that you can use hollow spindles,

which is more lightweight. Friction Welding is fairly new to the industry and is becoming an increasingly common way to quickly attach machined spindles to tubing at various lengths. Friction Welding is also a more cost effective approach in comparison to swedging.

Swedging is a little harder process as there is more work involved.

For more information, please visit our website www.ingersollaxles.com or contact Rudy at rwosing@ingersollaxles.com or 519.485.2210 ext. 1217.

Follow us on Twitter @ IngersollAxles!

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SECTION FRANÇAISE

APNÉE DU SOMMEIL: PRODUITS ET SERVICES

L’apnée du sommeil accroit les risques si elle est laissée sans traitement PAR MAREK KRASUSKI

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’apnée du sommeil affecte des millions de Nord-Américains. C’est un trouble caractérisé par de nombreux symptômes, comme la fatigue, le ronflement, une respiration superficielle, une pression artérielle élevée, des trous de mémoire, et des maux de tête. Il y a trois types d’apnée du sommeil: obstructive, centrale, et une combinaison des deux.

L’apnée obstructive du sommeil (AOS) est la plus courante. Les facteurs de risque sont l’obésité, l’histoire familiale, des voies respiratoires étroites, le tabagisme, la consommation excessive d’alcool, la surocclusion ou un menton récessif, un large cou, et le fait d’avoir plus de 40 ans.

L’apnée du sommeil cause des interruptions dans la respiration régulière pendant le sommeil, notamment des pauses respiratoires qui peuvent durer plus de 10 secondes, et ce, avec une fréquence qui peut s’élever à 400 fois par nuit. C’est potentiellement mortel et l’on ne s’en rend souvent pas compte. L’American Academy of Sleep Medicine (Académie américaine de la médecine du sommeil) affirme que huit heures de sommeil peuvent être moins reposantes pour ceux qui souffrent d’apnée du sommeil que ne le sont quatre heures de sommeil pour ceux qui n’en souffrent pas.

De plus en plus, il semblerait que l’apnée du sommeil affecte les conducteurs de camion bien plus que le reste de la population. Une étude menée à la University of Pennsylvania pour la Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association (FMSCA: Association fédérale pour la sécurité des transporteurs motorisés) indique que 28 pourcent des conduc32 January 2017

teurs de camion souffrent d’apnée du sommeil, un nombre d’autant plus inquiètant que l’apnée du sommeil affecte la conduite. Sans traitement, l’apnée du sommeil rend difficile de rester éveillé, et réduit le temps de réaction. Les risques d’accidents sont aussi accrus.

Une autre étude rédigée en collaboration avec la Virginia Tech Transportation Institute assure elle aussi que les conducteurs souffrant d’une apnée du sommeil non-traitée sont exposés à de plus haut risques d’accidents graves. Les conducteurs qui n’étaient pas sous traitement étaient impliqués dans 70 collisions de camion graves; par contraste, un groupe de la même taille où personne ne souffrait d’apnée du sommeil non-traitée n’était associé qu’à 14 collisions de gravité comparable.

Pour certains, ce n’est pas une grande surprise que les camionneurs soient beaucoup plus exposés à l’apnée du sommeil que le grand public. L’occupation même est un emploi passif où l’on passe plusieurs heures à être assis. Le manque d’exercice régulier peut aussi mener à des problèmes d’obésité, de troubles cardiaques, de maladies oculaires, d’hypertension, de diabète, et d’autre maladies chroniques qui ont longtemps été associées à l’apnée du sommeil.

Les habitudes de vie qui sont courantes parmi les conducteurs, comme le tabagisme et des régimes alimentaires à fortes teneurs en sel et en gras peuvent aussi mener à des problèmes d’apnée du sommeil.

L’ é t a l o n - o r e n m a tière de traitement pour l’apnée obstructive est la thérapie CPAP. Ce traitement existe depuis 30 ans

et est très efficace quand il est utilisé correctement et avec le soutien médical approprié. Il y a aussi de nouveaux traitements pour l’apnée obstructive.

La plupart des autres traitements sont conçus pour des formes moins graves d’apnée obstructive et peuvent réduire le nombre d’apnées au cours d’une nuit de sommeil; cependant, ils ne les éliminent pas entièrement. Un exemple de ces autres formes de traitements est un appareil dentaire que l’on porte durant le sommeil et qui déplace la mâchoire inférieure et la langue vers l’avant pour élargir la voie respiratoire.

Sinon, il existe aussi des traitements hautement invasifs (la chirurgie) et des traitements minimalement invasifs (des bandages sur le nez). Mais répétons-le : la thérapie CPAP demeure l’étalon-or pour toute forme d’apnée obstructive.

Durant la thérapie CPAP, un individu porte un masque nasal ou facial durant son sommeil.

Ce masque, qui est connecté à une pompe à air, fournit un flux d’air dans les voies nasales pour maintenir les voies respiratoires ouvertes. Les machines CPAP à 12 volts modernes sont très silen-

cieuses, comportent des humidificateurs chauffés, et sont très portables.

De manière générale, les masques sont confortables, et il est facile de s’y habituer.

Bien que le traitement soit fortement recommandé à ceux qui souffrent d’apnée du sommeil, il y a aussi des changements d’habitude de vie qui peuvent réduire le risque, ou tout du moins la sévérité, de l’apnée du sommeil. Il est recommandé d’éviter la consommation d’alcool et les somnifères, de dormir sur le côté plutôt que sur le dos pour garder sa gorge ouverte, et de garder les voies nasales ouvertes durant la nuit en utilisant des vaporisateurs nasals ou des médicaments contre les allergies, si nécessaire. Bien sûr on recommande fortement aux personnes en surpoids ou obèses de perdre du poids et de ne pas fumer!

La Medical Review Board (comité de révision médicale) de la FMSCA encourage les camionneurs ayant un IMC de 40 ou plus à se faire examiner pour savoir s’ils souffrent d’apnée du sommeil; se faire examiner est aussi recommandé si son IMC est supérieur à 33 et si l’on est un homme

de plus de 42 ans, ou une femme ménopausée, ou diabétique, ou si l’on a une pression artérielle élevée, ou des antécédents familiaux de problèmes cardiaque. Il y aussi d’autre facteurs à considérer.

On recommande aussi a ux em plo ye u r s dan s le secteur du transport d’interdire la conduite aux conducteurs souffrant d’apnée du sommeil nontraitée, étant donné que l’apnée présente un grave danger sur la route. Selon la FMCSA, « il est essentiel que les personnes souffrant d’apnée du sommeil suivent les instructions de leurs médecins au pied de la lettre. Elles ne devraient pas conduire si elles ne suivent pas un traitement. Être traité correctement, et se conformer à ce traitement, offre le meilleur espoir à un conducteur commercial souffrant d’apnée de continuer à poursuivre son emploi de façon sécuritaire et en restant alerte. » Voici un exemple réel qui illustre comment le traitement de l’apnée du sommeil peut affecter une entreprise qui dépend fortement de services de transport de classe mondiale. Depuis 2006, Schneiders a entrepris une campagne de sens-

ibilisation et de traitement de l’apnée du sommeil, et voici les résultats qu’ils ont obtenus.

Parmi 348 conducteurs souffrant d’apnée du sommeil, un diagnostique suivi d’un programme de traitement utilisant la thérapie CPAP a eu pour effet de réduire de 47,8% (p<0,0001) les dépenses en soins de santé par membre et par mois. Il y a eu une baisse de 73% d’accidents évitables chez un sous-groupe de 225 conducteurs travaillant à plein temps suivant la thérapie CPAP. Le taux de rétention des conducteurs suivant la thérapie CPAP était 2.29 fois plus élevé que le taux de rétention global en 2004.

Ceux qui souffrent d’apnée du sommeil et leurs employeurs peuvent être rassurés par le fait que la plupart des cas d’apnée sont traités avec succès. La meilleure chose à faire, c’est d’être proactif, de contacter un médecin pour déterminer le niveau de sévérité de son apnée faible, moyen, élevé - et entreprendre les interventions nécessaires. Il est aussi essentiel de choisir le partenaire en soins de santé idéal pour faire les meilleurs choix en matière de traitement.

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LOCATION DE CITERNES TRANSCOURT

De la Croissance Basée sur des Partenariats d’Affaires

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ans un article publié par le centre des relations industrielles (Industrial Relations Center) de l’Université Queens en 2010 et intitulé Bâtir la confiance dans des partenariats d’affaires (Building Trust In Business Partnerships), les auteurs Jim Harrison et Gary T. Furlong écrivaient : « La possibilité de rapidement bâtir et établir la confiance est de plus en plus importante dans l’environnement d’affaires d’aujourd’hui, où les partenariats et les alliances stratégiques sont des pratiques populaires.

Les entreprises et les organisations orientent de plus en plus stratégiquement leurs affaires vers des compétences et des activités à valeur ajoutée.

Ils recherchent, à l’interne aussi bien qu’à l’externe, des partenaires qui, par le truchement de services, produits et expertises complémentaires, contribuent de la valeur ajoutée. » En expliquant les divers

types de partenariats internes et externes pouvant exister dans le monde corporatif, les auteurs soulignent l’importance d’établir des relations avec des fournisseurs parmi les partenaires externes les moins visibles : « Dans les organisations les plus performantes, ces relations traditionnelles acheteursfournisseurs sont basées sur le prix, un exercice quelquefois pénible d’approvisionnement avec un gagnant et un perdant plutôt que d’une relation de confiance gagnantgagnant à long-terme. » Joseph Haulage Canada Corp., une entreprise familiale par les meilleurs transporteurs dans le sud de l’Ontario, est devenue au fil des ans une société opérant 24/24 dans trois sites en Ontario (Stoney Creek, Mississauga et Caledonia) et cherchant à étendre ses services ailleurs en dans la province ainsi que dans la région des Grands Lacs. La mission du transporteur de Stoney Creek est de fournir

aux clients des solutions économiquement efficaces sans pour autant compromettre ses standards élevés de santé et sécurité.

La compagnie offre une vaste gamme de services requérant différents équipements, camions, bennes basculantes, semiremorques à fond mobile, remorques-citernes, semiremorques dompeuses et semi-remorques à plateau.

Afin d’en arriver aux meilleurs résultats possibles, Joseph Haulage a toujours chercher des partenaires qui prendront le temps de vraiment comprendre et identifier leurs besoins avant de trouver le bon équipement.

Un événement arrivé cette année illustre clairement cette pratique, alors que le transporteur s’est retourné vers Location de Citernes Transcourt (Transcourt Tank Leasing), un des chefs de file canadiens dans la location à court, moyen et long terme de citernes routières de diverses configurations.

Après quelques rencontres

plus tôt cette année, il est devenu évident qu’il y avait une harmonie (fit) possible entre les deux partenaires potentiels.

Depuis, Joseph Haulage a loué et financé quelques 20 semi-remorques citernes, y compris des tandems pour produits chauds Polar, des citernes en aluminium Titan Quints et des citernes quad avancés pour produits chauds en aluminium. « Nous apprécions le fait que Transcourt a été capable de nous soumettre des solutions d’affaires développées selon nos besoins spécifiques. Leur réponse rapide nous a permis de poursuivre des opportunités de croissance », de dire Geoffrey Joseph, chef de la direction de Joseph Haulage. Les deux partenaires ne cessent de tenter de surpasser les attentes des clients. Ils bâtissent de la fidélité reposant sur la confiance et l’engagement.

Depuis près de 20 ans, l’expertise et l’expérience de Transcourt sont les principales raisons qui in-

Geoffrey Joseph, chef de la direction de Joseph Haulage Canada Corp. avec Bruce Daccord, président de Location de Citernes Transcourt. citent les clients à lui faire confiance. Leur approche unique, flexible et pas que conventionnelle dans la location de citernes permet de continuellement fournir des solutions répondant spécifiquement à leurs besoins nord-américains.

Transcourt possède un flotte d’environ 600 semiremorques citernes neuves et usagées pour transporter des produits chimiques, des produits pétroliers, des

denrées alimentaires, des produits chauds, du vrac.

Certains équipements sont conçus en plastique renforcé de fibre de verre (FRP - Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic), d’autres transportent des gaz comprimés à travers l’Amérique du Nord. Transcourt opère des centres de cueillette et livraison en Alberta, en Ontario, au Québec, au Nouveau-Brunswick, au Texas et en Illinois.

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O N S O L I D AT E D FASTFRATE (Fastfrate) compte 50 ans de service et une infrastructure canadienne d’installations, de matériel roulant et du personnel d’un océan canadien à l’autre. L’annonce officielle de son service transfrontalier fondé sur l’actif est en préparation depuis la dernière année et fait appel à plusieurs partenaires stratégiques aux ÉtatsUnis.

Ron Tepper, président et directeur général de Fastfrate affirme : «?Nous sommes une entreprise privée qui tient compte

des besoins de ses clients. Nous avons pris le soin de nous allier à des partenaires en transport de chargements partiels fondé sur l’actif qui partagent nos objectifs. Tous nos transporteurs partenaires ont des forces particulières dans leur région, et leurs forces rassemblées nous procurent une couverture complète de la zone continentale des États-Unis.

Nous sommes très heureux d’offrir cette possibilité de service étendu à nos clients de part et d’autre de la frontière. Il s’agit là d’un élément qui vient changer les règles du jeu pour notre

entreprise.?»

Reposant sur un modèle de distribution à noyau et lignes de collecte, la société est en mesure d’intégrer son infrastructure pancanadienne à un réseau de partenaires américains triés sur le volet. Le transport de marchandises sèches en chargements partiels de 1 à 4 palettes est leur principal secteur d’activité. Ils participent à toutes les initiatives de sécurité intérieure et aux procédures douanières requises pour traverser avec efficacité la frontière entre les États-Unis et le Canada.

Michael Adams, viceprésident de la Logistique et de l’Expansion commerciale, dirige cette initiative. Il affirme : «?Ron a avait une vision très nette du déploiement de notre programme de service de transport transfrontalier de chargements partiels. Il fallait faire appel aux bons partenaires, qui partagent une même philosophie du service, la même visibilité intégrée des envois et les ressources humaines et physiques adéquates déjà en place pour assurer la réussite de l’initiative. Nous avons mis sur pied une alliance transfrontalière très

concurrentielle avec des transporteurs régionaux en chargements partiels qui jouent un rôle-clé aux États-Unis, dont les valeurs et l’engagement en matière de qualité de l’exécution du service correspondent à ceux de Fastfrate.?»

CONSOLIDATED FASTFRATE est une entreprise de transport en chargements partiels qui est exploitée et détenue par des Canadiens. Elle propose des services diversifiés qui touchent tous les aspects de la chaîne d’approvisionnement de ses clients. Fastfrate possède ses propres installa-

tions, adjacentes aux gares de triage, dans les grands centres allant de Vancouver en Colombie-Britannique jusqu’à St-John’s, Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador.

La société célèbre cette année 50 années de service et offre des services de transport par rail et par route, des services d’entreposage, de distribution, de logistique, de transbordement, de factage, des opérations spéciales, et désormais des services de transports transfrontaliers en chargements partiels.

Pour tout savoir sur Fastfrate, visitez www.fastfrate. com.

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Welcome to our complimentary Truck Stop Directory. We want to help truckers and travellers find the nearest truck stop on route to their destination. For details on how you can list your truck stop, call Barb Woodward at 613.969.0799 or email Barb at barb@woodwardpublishing.com.

ALBERTA

ALBERTA

BRITISH COLUMBIA

MANITOBA

NEW BRUNSWICK

NEW BRUNSWICK

BONNYVILLE

SHERWOOD PARK

DELTA

BRANDON

EDMUNDSTON

SALISBURY

5602-54th Avenue Bonnyville, AB T9N 2N3 Tel: 780.826.3043 Fax: 780.826.6353 brentm@cougarfuelsltd.ca www.cougarfuelsltd.ca Convenience store, cardlock & showers.

RoadKing Travel Centre Strathcona Inc.

Petro Canada Southcoast Petroleum Ltd.

Brandon Husky Travel Centre

Edmundston Truck Stop

1990-18th Street North Brandon, MB R7C 1B3 Tel: 204.728.7387 www.myhusky.ca

Exit 19, 100 Grey Rock Road Edmundston, NB E7C 0B6 Tel: 506.737.2010 Fax: 506.737.2015 georges@etruckstop.ca www.edmundstontruckstop.com

2986 Fredericton Road Salisbury, NB E4J 2G1 Tel: 506.372.3333 Fax: 506.372.0083 Open 24-7, driver's lounge & game room, restaurant, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, parking & CAT scale.

Cougar Fuels Ltd.

CALGARY

26 Strathmoor Drive Sherwood Park, AB T8H 2B6 Tel: 780.417.9400 Fax: 780.417.9449

STRATHMORE

10178 Nordel Court Delta, BC V4G 1J7 Tel: 604.581.3835 Fax: 604.581.3850 nordel@southcoastpetro.ca Canopy, fax, photocopier, nearby gov’t scale, restaurant & ATM.

Salisbury Big Stop

MORRIS

GOLDEN

Calgary Husky Travel Centre 2525-32nd Avenue NE Calgary, AB T1Y 6B7 Tel: 403.291.1233 www.myhusky.ca

RoadKing Travel Centre 4949 Barlow Trail SE Calgary, AB T2B 3B5 Tel: 403.569.6251 Fax: 403.235.5095 www.roadking.ca

LEDUC

Strathmore Husky Travel Centre 436 Ridge Road Strathmore, AB T1P 1B5 Tel: 403.934.3522 Fax: 403.934.3555 Email: hk7969@popmail.com, huskyenergy.com www.myhusky.ca Open 24 hours, 7 days, restaurant, cardlock, ATM, convenience store, showers.

Jepson Petroleum Ltd. Box 1408 Golden, BC V0A 1H0 Tel: 250.344.6161 Fax: 250.344.2232 ladine@jepsonpetro.com Open 8 am-5 pm Mon-Fri, lubes & propane, 24hr cardlock, regular, diesel & diesel mark.

HOPE

Nisku Truck Stop Suite 201-8020 Sparrow Drive Leduc, AB T9E 7G3 Tel: 780.986.7867 Fax: 780.986.7898 www.myhusky.ca Open 6:00 am to midnight, 7 days, restaurant, cardlock, ATM, convenience store, scale, VLT and lounge.

LLOYDMINSTER

Husky Travel Centre 5721-44th Street Lloydminster, AB T9V 0B3 Tel: 780.872.7089 www.myhusky.ca

MEDICINE HAT

Chilliwack Husky Travel Centre 7620A Vedder Road Chilliwack, BC V2R 4E8 Tel: 604.858.5113 www.myhusky.ca

Dogwood Valley Husky Services 27051 Baker Road Hope, BC V0X 1L3 Tel: 604.869.9443 www.myhusky.ca —

Flood Hope Husky Travel Centre 61850 Flood-Hope Road R.R. #2, Hope, BC V0X 1L2 Tel: 604.869.9214 www.myhusky.ca

OSOYOOS

Chilliwack Petro-Pass 45461 Yale Road West Chilliwack, BC V2R 4J3 Tel: 604.795.9421 Fax: 604.792.8931 chilliwack@southcoastpetro.ca Commercial cardlock open 24hrs, 7 days, convenience store open MonFri, 8 am-5 pm, washrooms.

Hwy 75 South Morris, MB R0G 1K0 Tel: 204.746.8999 Fax: 204.746.2611 morrismohawk@yahoo.ca www.myhusky.ca Open 24 hours, 7 days, restaurant Mon.-Fri. 6am-1pm, Sat. & Sun. 7 am-11pm, cardlock, ATM, convenience store with lottery, showers.

WINNIPEG

BRITISH COLUMBIA

CHILLIWACK

Morris Husky

Husky Travel Centre 9206-97th Street R.R. #2, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V2 Tel: 250.495.6443 www.myhusky.ca

SICAMOUS

Petro Canada-Petro Pass 500 Oak Point Highway Winnipeg, MB R2R 1V2 Tel: 204.949.7292 Fax: 204.949.7295 Open 24-7, driver's lounge & game room, convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM, showers & parking.

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WAASIS

Open 24/7 365 days, full service islands, diesel, cardlock, propane, lubricants, driver’s lounge and business centre, seafood & burger Lincoln Big Stop restaurant (Le Pirate de la Mer), 415 Nevers Road convenience store, washrooms, Waasis, NB E3B 9E1 showers (4), laundry facilities, Tel: 506.446.4444 parking for 75 trucks, double car Driver Fax: 506.446.4455 bigstop_bluecanoe@yahoo.ca wash & 2 bay pet wash, Wi-Fi, ATM, Open 24-7, Irving FP Solution I-24, fax & photocopier. driver's lounge, restaurant, convenience

GRAND FALLS

store, showers, laundry facilities, free overnight parking.

WOODSTOCK

Murray’s Truck Stop Petro Pass 315 Ouellette Street Grand Falls, NB E3Z 1A6 Tel: 506.473.5575 Fax: 506.475.9816 Toll Free: 800.361.8322 guypass@nb.sympatico.ca Driver's lounge & game room, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, internet services, showers, parking & CAT scale.

Exit 191, 198 Beardsley Road Woodstock, NB E7M 3Z7 Tel: 506.328.2994 Driver’s Fax: 506.325.2148 calving.murraystruckstop@ gmail.com www.murraystruckstop.ca Open 24-7, full-service islands, driver's lounge & game room, restaurant, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, parking & CAT scale & tire sales & service.

NOVA SCOTIA

TRURO HEIGHTS

MONCTON

Petro Canada-Petro Pass 928 Marion Street Winnipeg, MB R2J 0K8 Tel: 204.949.7280 Fax: 204.949.7288 Open 24-7, driver's lounge & game room, convenience store, laundry facilities, showers & parking.

Truro Heights Big Stop

NEW BRUNSWICK

Open 24-7, convenience store, fast food, ATM & washrooms.

Hwy 102, Exit 13, 86 Connector Road Truro Heights, NS B2N 5B6 Tel: 902.897.0333 Fax: 902.897.0499 Open 24-7, self service islands, driver's lounge, restaurant, convenience store, showers & parking.

AULAC

PERTH-ANDOVER

ONTARIO, EASTERN

Petro Canada Exit 450, 2600 Mountain Road Moncton, NB E1G 3T6 Tel: 506.859.6000 Fax: 506.859.6005

ARNPRIOR

Husky Travel Centre 561-15th Street SW Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4W2 Tel: 403.527.5561

Petro Canada Card Lock AgCom Petroleum Fuel Sales 1802-10 Avenue, SW Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7T9 Tel: 403.527.6411 Fax: 403.529.1660 Showers.

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Cool Creek Agencies

Husky Travel Centre

1340 Trans Canada Hwy 7985 Lickman Road Sicamous, BC V0G 2V0 Tel: 250.836.4675 Chilliwack, BC V2R 3Z9 Fax: 280.836.2230 Tel: 604.795.5335 Contact: Shelley Arvandel Fax: 604.794.5080 www.myhusky.ca sdufault@coolcreek.ca Open 24-7, restaurant (6 Full-service islands, driver's lounge am-10pm), convenience store, & game room, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, parking, showers, laundry facilities, parking photocopier, oil products, ATM & fax & CAT scale. machine.

Aulac Big Stop 170 Aulac Road Aulac, NB E4L 2X2 Tel: 506.536.1339 Fax: 506.536.0579 aulac@eastlink.ca Open 24-7, full-service islands, driver's lounge, restaurant, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, parking & CAT scale.

Tobique One Stop

Antrim Truck Stop

580 White Lake Road Arnprior, ON K7S 3G9 Tel: 613.623.3003 Fax: 613.623.1003 Toll Free: 866.334.4775 jack@antrimwesternstar.com Open 24-7, full-service islands, Open 24-7, full-service islands, restaurant, convenience store, driver's lounge with large screen, showers, overnight parking, driver's restaurant, satellite TV, convenience lounge, CAT scale, garage service store, showers, laundry, parking & facilities, tire service, Western Star free high-speed internet. truck dealer.

Exit 115, Perth-Andover, NB E7H 0A1 Tel: 506.273.9682 Fax: 506.273.9682

ONTARIO, EASTERN

ONTARIO, EASTERN

ONTARIO, NORTHERN

BELLEVILLE

JOYCEVILLE

BRADFORD

10 Acre Truck Stop 902 Wallbridge Loyalist Road Belleville, ON K8N 5A2 Tel: 613.966.7017 Fax: 613.962.4495 or Office at 613.966.4740 jtombs@gmail.com www.10acre.com Restaurant & Store: Mon-Fri 6 am11 pm, Sat 7-8 pm, Sun 7-10 pm, convenience store, hair salon, drug testing, showers, parking, Esso Card Lock & Retail Diesel, Wi-Fi & Fax, laundry facilities & CAT Scale.

Ultramar Hwy 401, Exit 538, 25 Bellevue Drive (rear of Ultramar Service Station) Belleville, ON K8N 4Z5 Tel: 613.771.1755 Open 24 hrs, lunch counter, convenience store, washrooms, showers,short–time parking & driver's lounge.

CARDINAL

730 Truck Stop Hwy 401, Exit 730, 2085 Shanly Road Cardinal, ON K0C 1E0 Tel: 613.657.3019 Open 24 hrs, restaurant, convenience store, washrooms, showers, overnight parking & driver's lounge.

Kingston Husky Truck Stop Hwy 401, Exit 632, 2054 Joyceville Road Joyceville, ON K0H 1Y0 Tel: 613.542.3468 www.myhusky.ca

KINGSTON

Esso-Kingston Hwy 401, Exit 611, Kingston, ON K7L 4V2 Tel: 613.384.8888 Fax: 613.634.3162 Open 24-7

OTTAWA

Ultramar Hwy 417, Exit 110, 3199 Hawthorne Road Behind Ultramar Service Station Ottawa, ON K1G 3V8 Tel: 613.248.9319 Open 24 hrs, lunch counter, convenience store, washrooms, driver's lounge, showers & shorttime parking.

SPENCERVILLE

Angelo’s Truck Stop

Quick Stop

2025 County Road 44 Spencerville, ON K0E 1X0 Tel: 613.925.5158 Fax: 613.925.5158 Open 7 days, game room, restaurant, convenience store, showers, parking & CAT scale.

Hwy 417, Exit 5, 1515 County Road #20 Dunvegan, ON K0C 1J0 Tel: 613.527.1026 or 613.627.2100 Fax: 613.527.2726 Open 24-7, full-service islands, restaurant (Tim Horton’s), convenience store, parking & ATM.

220 Highway 17 West Nairn Centre, ON P0M 2L0 Tel: 705.869.4100 Fax: 705.869.6796 X

NORTH BAY

Hwy 417, Exit 27, 21160 Service Road Vankleek Hill, ON K0B 1R0 Toll Free: 800.593.4372 Tel: 613.525.2120 Fax: 613.525.1595 suzie_vink@yahoo.ca Open 24-7 driver's lounge, restaurant, convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM, internet services, showers & parking.

BEAMSVILLE

LEAMINGTON

QEW, Exit 64, 4673 Ontario Street Beamsville, ON L0R 1B4 Tel: 905.563.8816 Fax: 905.563.4770 relaystation@bellnet.ca Open 24-7, restaurant, convenience store, weigh scale, laundry facilities, ATM, showers & parking.

BELMONT

KAHNAWAKE

Johnny’s Gas Bar 448 Talbot Street West Leamington, ON N8H 4H6 Tel: 519.326.5231 Fax: 519.322.0189 inbox@johnnysgasbar.com www.johnnysgasbar.ca Card lock open 24 hours, 7 days, convenience store, cash discount, diesel exhaust fluid and coloured fuel.

London Husky Travel Centre Hwy 401 & 74 (Exit 195 off 401), 3391 Westchester Bourne Belmont, ON N0L 1B0 Tel: 519.644.0200 www.myhusky.ca

DRUMBO

3060 Hwy 11 North North Bay, ON P1B 8K2 Tel: 705.474.8410 Fax: 705.495.4076 Toll Free: 888.474.8410 baytruckstop@bellnet.ca www.transportmall.com

Trucker’s Haven

Open 24-7, full-service islands, restaurant, convenience store, showers, parking & truck repairs within 2 km.

Hwy 401, Exit 250, 806607 Oxford Road Drumbo, ON N0J 1G0 Tel: 519.463.5088 Fax: 519.463.5628 amdroit1990@hotmail.com

FORT ERIE

Sudbury Petro Pass 3070 Regent Street Sudbury, ON P3E 5H7 Tel: 705.522.8701 Fax: 705.522.4280 Open Mon-Fri. 6 am-11pm, Sat. 8 am-8 pm & sun. 10 am-9 pm, driver's lounge & game room, convenience store (hot food, pizza, chili & soup), laundry facilities, showers & parking.

TIMMINS

2154 Riverside Drive Timmins, ON P4N 7C5 Tel: 705.268.3400 Fax: 705.267.7231 bgagnon@krebenterprises.ca Open 24-7, restaurant, convenience store, ATM & showers.

WAUBAUSHENE

Waubaushene Truck Stop 21 Quarry Road, Box 419 Waubaushene, ON L0K 2L0 Tel: 705.538.2900 Fax: 705.538.0452 bramji@sympatico.ca

Petro-T / Host Depanneur Hwy 132 Kahnawake, QC J0L 1B0 Tel: 450.635.7638 Fax: 450.635.0178 gestionbg@hotmail.com www.petro-t-Kahnawake.com Open 24-7, restaurant, convenience store, accommodations, showers, parking, ATM, Internet Services and APP Rewards Program.

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MONTREAL

LONDON

Flying M Truck Stop 7340 Colonel Talbot Road London, ON N6L 1H8 Tel: 519.652.2728 Fax: 519.652.6554 flyingmtruckstop.com Open 24 hrs, 6 days, full-service islands, driver's lounge, restaurant, convenience store, ATM, internet services, showers, garage on premises & parking.

Irving Oil 5918, Rue Notre Dame Est Montreal, QC H1N 2C5 Tel: 514.257.8626 Fax: 514.259.0910 Open 24-7, restaurant, convenience store & laundry facilities.

SASKATCHEWAN

ESTEVAN

PORT HOPE

Estevan Husky Travel Centre Ultramar

SUDBURY

QUEBEC

Shell Travel Centre

North Bay Truck Stop

Esso Truck Stop Herb’s Travel Plaza

ONTARIO, WESTERN

NAIRN CENTRE

VANKLEEK HILL

DUNVEGAN

Esso-Dunvegan

Hwy 400 & 88, 3479 Simcoe County Road 88 Bradford, ON L3Z 2A4 Tel: 905.775.5794 www.myhusky.ca

Jeremy’s Truck Stop & Country Restaurant

DESERONTO

215 Hwy #49 Deseronto, ON K0K 1X0 Tel: 613.396.3043 Fax: 613.396.1449 Open 6 am-10pm, 7 days, Subway, convenience store & parking.

Bradford Husky Travel Centre

ONTARIO, WESTERN

QEW, Exit 5, 1637 Pettit Road Fort Erie, ON L2A 5M4 Tel: 905.994.8293 Open 24 hrs, restaurant, washrooms, showers, overnight parking & driver's lounge.

HAMILTON

Ultramar Hwy 401, Exit 464, 2211 County Road 28 Port Hope, ON L1A 3W4 Tel: 905.885.4600 Open 24 hrs, lunch counter, convenience store, washrooms, showers, driver's lounge & shorttime parking.

WINDSOR

Marshall Truck & Trailer Repair & Truck Stop 336 Kenora Avenue Hamilton, ON L8E 2W2 Tel: 905.561.4712 Fax: 905.561.7757 wayne@marshalltruck.com www.marshalltruck.com Open 24-7 for cardlock, open 7 am-12 am Mon-Fri, 7 am-5 pm Sat, closed Sunday, full-service islands, driver's lounge, restaurant, showers & parking.

201-4th Street Estevan, SK S4A 0T5 Tel: 306.634.3109 www.myhusky.ca

REGINA

Husky Bulk Sales 210 North McDonald Street Regina, SK S4N 5W3 Tel: 306.721.6880 www.myhusky.ca —

Regina Husky Travel Centre 1755 Prince of Wales Drive Regina, SK S4Z 1A5 Tel: 306.789.3477 www.myhusky.ca

SASKATOON

Windsor Husky Travel Centre Hwy 401, Exit 14, 4040 Essex County Road 46 Tecumseh, ON N0R 1K0 Tel: 519.737.6401 www.myhusky.ca

WOODSTOCK

KITCHENER

Petro Canada-Petro Pass 402-51st Street East Saskatoon, SK S7K 7L1 Tel: 306.934.6766 Fax: 306.668.6110 rainbow@sasktel.net Driver's lounge, convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM, showers, scale & parking.

SWIFT CURRENT

Ultramar Petro-Pass Kitchener 120 Conestoga College Blvd.

Kitchener, ON N2P 2N6 Tel: 519.748.5550 Fax: 519.748.9656 Driver's lounge & game room, convenience store, laundry facilities, showers & CAT scale.

Hwy 401, Exit 230 (on TA site), 535 Mill Street Woodstock, ON N4S 7V6 Tel: 519.421.3144 Open 24 hrs, restaurant, convenience store, washrooms, showers, driver's lounge & overnight parking.

Husky Travel Centre 1510 South Service Road West (Trans Canada Hwy 1 West) Swift Current, SK S9H 3T1 Tel: 306.773.6444 www.myhusky.ca January 2017 35

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From the

Driver’s Seat BY: MAREK KRASUSKI marek@woodwardpublishing.com

Truckers Talk Trump

36 January 2017

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n Friday January 20, 2017, Donald J. Trump will become President of the United States. Unique to this presidential runup has been the chorus of passionate opinions shared by voters in the US and observers the world over, including Canada.

If nothing else, Donald Trump has the power to incite powerful opinions.

But what will his influence on Canada be? More to the point, how will his Administration affect trucking both in the States and Canada? Trucking in this country takes many queues from policy directions initiated in America, and the drivers I spoke to this month are equally impassioned by the imminent Trump Administration.

Here are four truckers’ views on Trump and trucking.

ROCK BEAULIAU had this to say: “I do think he will affect the industry, and for the worst for Canadian drivers. He wants to keep America running, and this could mean more tariffs (taxes) on goods going into the States. For example, if he wants to make America great and keep production in America, then what will happen to the 60 percent of the coils coming out of ESSAR Steel in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario that go to the States? That will likely be cut down quite a bit. The scrap steel industry is also going to get cut which will affect us.” Asked about the possibility of Canadian-based firms moving stateside to avoid punitive tariffs, Beauliau commented, “In the past a lot of companies were supposed to have gone to Mexico. But we are going to find out, and find out the hard way, I think.”

DAN BEAULNE is more optimistic. “I am not worried about how Trump is going to affect us. I think he will do a good job for all kinds of industries by running them more efficiently.

He is a wise businessman, and if he brings this attitude and workmanship to government he could do really good things.” Asked about complaints of industry overregulation and the possibility of deregulation under a Trump leadership, Beaulne offered this advice based on years of trucking experience. “In some areas we are overregulated. But I stand true to the 13 hour drive time limit because if you push it any more than that, you’re just asking for trouble. It’s certainly not as bad as it used to be with guys running 2 and 3 log books anymore. I see a lot more electronic logs coming in which I believe is really good. You can’t lie with electronic logs. They measure everything you do and it’s awesome. They are more efficient and involve a lot less paperwork."

Talking Trump brought the discussion closer to home for trucker ANGELO DIPLACIDO: “It’s all about commerce and the movement of goods which requires decent infrastructure. We can’t let that lag far behind. Some of our roads and highways are being repaved every couple of years when they should be lasting 15 years. Highway 144 towards Timmins is a prime example. Ontario moves by infrastructure, and if we are going to trade amongst each other and with the other provinces, the roads have to be kept up to good standards.

As for Trump’s presidency, I see a bright side. Even in the US truckers have been hammered. They chase down their sleeping habits, and other things. As for regulation and e-logs, I think they are fine. They will bring dispatchers in line and they will have to dispatch accordingly.” Diplacido added his opinions on NAFTA (North American Free trade Agreement) and Trump’s promise to maximize benefits for the US. “He has the right to do that because everybody feeds off the United States and he has to protect those interests. We should be looking at how little we have done to develop our own self reliance. Where is our manufacturing in Ontario?

Where is our trucking industry headed?

MARK KRAAN presents both optimistic and pessimistic sentiments. “I think Trump may claw back some regulations which can be a good thing.

The amount of resources the MTO invests in regulation is, on the one hand good for safety, but on the other hand can be difficult for truckers trying to make a living. You can lose over half a pay cheque by having a bad week with safety blitzes going continuously across the country. In other areas the number of facilities and rest stops has declined both in terms of service and availability.

It’s hard to find a bathroom nowadays. If these facilities increase in the States, hopefully the power of example will lead to more truck stops in this country as well.

••• If you want your voice heard, contact us at: marek@woodwardpublishing.com.

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The Rosedale Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Walmart Fleet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

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Wilson Truck Lines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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Polar Mobility Research Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 VitalAire Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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CAREERS

TORONTO TRANSPORTATION CLUB

TTC Announces Executive Committee for 2017

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oronto, Ontario – The Toronto Transportation Club held their Annual General Meeting on December 8th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

The board voted and has elected the executive committee for 2017: Lori McCreight – President, Quik X Transportation – will become the Past President, and remain on the executive committee.

Gary Fast – Associate Vice President, International Transportation Canadian Tire – Elected to position of President.

Mike Fontaine, General Manager C.H. Robinson Company (Canada) Ltd. – Elected to position of 1st Vice President James Mitton – Vice President National Accounts, Apps Transport Group – Elected to the position of 2nd Vice President The AGM was followed by the Club’s annual dinner where The Toronto Transportation Club celebrated its 103rd Year. Our club continues to grow at a phenomenal rate and this year we were pleased to return to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in order to accommodate the additional demand for this signature event. The gala was attended by close to 1,300 industry professionals and dignitaries who helped to celebrate this wonderful evening. Present at the head table was Councillor Mark Grimes Toronto City Council Ward 6 Etobicoke-Lakeshore and a Head Table of over fifty transportation leaders as well as many of our Past Presidents.

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Our exceptional and outspoken keynote speaker was Mr. Brian Burke. Brian is currently President of Hockey Operations for the Calgary Flames, having also held the role of President and General Manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs.

I am also pleased to announce that this is the third year that the club has awarded a second scholarship. Independent adjudicator Adriano Perusin announced the 2016 award winners.

Kee Human Resources received the “Platinum Standard Recognition Award” for outstanding contribution and participation. Accepting on behalf of Kee was Kieran O’Briain.

The “Board of Directors Award” for contribution as a volunteer to the Club was proudly renamed to ‘The John Foss Volunteer Service Award’. This was done in recognition of the tremendous time, effort and resources that John Foss has dedicated to the Toronto Transportation Club. John is a past president who has remained exceptionally active in our great organization.

The 2017 board of the Toronto Transportation Club includes the following industry leaders: Brad Bowering, National Account Manager – Canada, Peterbilt Kathy Cartan, President, Motive Media Fleet Graphics Inc. Peter Stefanovich, Managing Partner, Left Lane Associates Liam O’Briain, Director of Eastern Operations, Kee Human Resources

Joe Glionna, President, Newcom Business Media Inc. Eric Carusi, General Manager,Transpro Freight Systems Brad Carter, Sales Manager Eastern Region, Cosco Canada Chris Petersen, Sr. Strategic Account Manager, Air Canada Cargo Cynthia Nagamatsu,

Vice President, Commercial Client Services Hargraft LP Craig Germaine, President Logistics, XTL Nicole Methven, Director of Sales Automotive, CP Rail Paul Granger, Director of Sales, Ryder Systems Inc. Brian Ledson, Executive Vice President Sales

& Marketing, Cavalier Group Tony Bianco, Director of Sales Intermodal, CN Rail Lucia Pinheiro, President, Damco Canada Keith Gouveia, Regional Transportation Manager Lowe’s Canada ABOUT THE TORONTO TRANSPORTATION CLUB Founded in 1913, The Toronto Transportation

Club (TTC) is one of the oldest transportation clubs in Canada. The TTC was founded to provide members the opportunity to interact professionally and socially with other transportation industry insiders, professionals and leaders.

For more information, visit www.torontotransportationclub.com.

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CAREERS

EDITORIAL

Will Trump Trounce Trucking?

BY MAREK KRASUSKI

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f anything is to be learned from the recent election of Donald Trump it is this: Expect the unexpected! Against all the prognostications of experts, pundits and newsmakers, the bombastic – and possibly brilliant – Donald Trump goes to the White House while the seasoned and savvy Hillary Clinton recedes into the obscurity of defeat; this, providing the presidentelect holds good on his promise not to throw the former Secretary of State in

jail as he originally threatened during the tumult of the presidential debates.

During those fiery exchanges Donald Trump made several controversial promises: Build a wall to keep out Mexicans, throw out illegal immigrants. keep Muslims out of America and, of note to the trucking industry, tear up NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement).

Many of these threats have been revised – at least for the time being. NAFTA is no longer relegated to the dustbin of history, as long as the new president can negotiate a better deal for the US. Where that puts Canadians remains to be seen. FTR, the freight intelligence group, says not to worry – for now. It takes time to reformulate and implement policies, so the short term effect on the Canadian economy in general and trucking in particular will be

minimal. Further into the future though, FTR says a recession is possible. “If a major tax cut bill is in place by summer of 2017, it would likely stimulate the economy and add up to 1 percentage point to GDP growth for as much as a year. At the same time, trade negotiations could stimulate exports and raise the cost of imports, with an acceleration in inflation likely. That may force a significant raising of interest rates by the Federal Reserve, making recession in late 2018 or 2019 a distinct possibility.” And since we live next to the economic elephant, what affects the US affects Canada.

Still, one cannot ignore the ever present possibility that if NAFTA is renegotiated to give Americans a better deal, according to Trump’s promise to the electorate, it will be at our expense. He’ll simply demand more gains from

us to benefit the American side of the trade agreement. If he chooses to go further, then he can cancel NAFTA, a decision he can make unilaterally without the support of Congress.

(He can also slap trade tarrifs (taxes) on imported goods.) Then, all bets are off and our future trade relationship with the US – accounting for 80 percent of Canada’s trade – hangs in the balance.

If this happens some experts claim that the resulting trade shock will prompt Canadian firms

to move their plants into the US to avoid punitive trade barriers, a move that would see fewer Canadian produced goods shipped southward. Others are more optimistic. If Trump blocks imports from lowwage producing countries like Mexico and China, as he said he would, then Canada’s exports to the US could benefit.

Still others say “so what?”

NAFTA has not been an ideal partnership. Certain dispute settlement mechanisms, for example, have never worked in Canada’s

favour. Rather, they have allowed American corporations to negate Canadian environmental laws they say interfere with their profits. To add salt to the Canadian wound, no Canadian company has ever succeeded in challenging US laws. So what do we have to lose if he trashes FAFTA? Whatever happens to NAFTA, and whatever positions Canadians have about the trade agreement, one thing is certain: We are living in interesting times.

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CAREERS

KEEPING YOUR VEHICLES CLEAN

Results of Clean Trucks

BY JACK JACKSON

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here are many reasons to have a clean truck. We thought we would list the top 5 results of a clean

truck this month as we are in the most difficult time winter - to keep any vehicle clean.

Vehicles last longer. Ask any mechanic or auto manufacturer, never washing your vehicle only leads to issues, no matter which area of the continent you live. Salt and dust, dirt and oil not only lead to rust on the body, the inner parts of your vehicle’s underside begin to feel the lack of care as well. People respect clean vehicles and will go out of their way to make sure they take care

of them. It just makes common sense.

Company image is enhanced. The public view of your company is a professional image. It indicates that you truly care about the way you are portrayed.

If you care about your image, it is perceived that you care about your business, your employees and your customers.

Employee morale increases. Just as anyone who washes their car, there is a sense of pride and for some reason; the car just drives a little better. This is

the same for your employees, especially your drivers.

Imagine showing up to a dirty, dusty office building every day with grime and filth. Imagine if your computer screen, your window to the world in your office, was filthy, filled with dead bug splatters and a layer of dirt. Not a good feeling to start your day. Even employees who don’t drive the trucks have a sense of pride for the company seeing crisp, clean trucks in the parking lot, ready to drive to their customers.

Maintenance costs are

reduced. Just as #1 adds life to a vehicle, washing more often lowers the cost of maintenance on brakes, body, electronics, handles, the list goes on. Just as any machinery that is ignored, it breaks down sooner and costs more inevitably for replacement parts or complete replacement.

Customer Referrals. A company that cares about its staff, vehicles and image, is a culture that ultimately cares more for your customers. Perception is reality. Check out the largest companies in the

world that have a presence with their fleets. How did they get that big and have such a great customer base? Ask yourself the question, “What do their vehicles look like?” I think you will find the answer on how they view their image.

Awash Systems Corp. is the premier wash design company that solves washing where no one else can.

Contact Jack Jackson, President of Awash Systems Corp., email jjackson@ awashsystems.com or call 1.800.265.7405. Visit www. awashsystems.com.

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CANADIAN TRUCKING ALLIANCE [CTA]

Truck Emission Control Tampering

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n an appearance before the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development, the Canadian Trucking Alliance called on the federal government to broaden its

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oversight powers under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) similar to those contained in the US Clean Air Act to prevent tampering of mandatory emission control

devices on heavy trucks.

“In the US there are significant fines and legal consequences for the manufacturers, sellers and installers of aftermarket devices and services de-

signed to circumvent emission controls,” said Senior VP Stephen Laskowski as he explained to the committee. “In Canada no such powers exist under CEPA after the vehicle is sold to

the consumer. This fact coupled with spotty or nonexistent provincial regulations and enforcement to prevent sales and installation of emissions control defeat devices - means that

we now find ourselves in a situation where harmful environmental, and unfair business practices are allowed to continue, unchecked. This needs to be corrected.”

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CAREERS

HEALTHY TRUCKER

Stocking the Truck with Healthy Staples

BY ANDREA MORLEY

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f you’ve made some health-related resolutions for the New Year, it can be overwhelming to start when we don’t know exactly what specific changes to make. Additionally, when you spend your days on the road, it can be hard to ensure you have the right necessities to make easy, affordable, healthy meals. Start by restocking your fridge and truck with the right foods, ones that allow you to create plenty of different meals that are healthy, easy, and delicious. Keep these staples on hand at home and you’ll be on your way to meeting your resolutions in no time!

Can or jar of tomatoes Tomatoes are nutrientdense and can be added to so many meals to add flavour and nutrition. Toss the tomatoes into soups, stews, side dishes, etc.

Tomatoes are also great for marinating meat, creating tender chicken and beef, and are perfect to create a light sauce for otherwise dry dishes.

Grains, such as quinoa or brown rice Brown rice and quinoa are easy and fast to prepare, and add a lot of bulk and nutrition to your meals. If you haven’t tried quinoa before, you need to! Consider cooking it on its own or adding to soups, stews, or casseroles. Simply add 1 part quinoa to 2 parts liquid (water or broth)

and simmer for 15 minutes.

Since these grains expand so much when cooking, you only need to have a sandwich bag filled with one of them to last you a while.

Can of beans A great source of fibre, protein, and complex carbs, beans are a super affordable healthy staple.

Eaten as a side dish, added to soups and salads, or mashed with garlic to make refried beans for burritos, the possibilities are endless.

Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth You can buy it in a carton or powder/gel form, whichever is more convenient for you. Buying the concentrated form saves space and means you get to control the amount of liquid you add to a dish, but requires you to have water on hand. Throw it in the crock pot to make soup, or use it to cook your grains and add flavour to other dishes.

Sodium-free seasoning With limited space, it can be hard to pack all of the ingredients, sauces, and seasonings needed to make your food delicious.

Sodium-free seasonings like Mrs. Dash are a great healthy alternative to salt, come in a huge variety of flavours, and can be purchased in small containers that won’t take up a lot of space.

Natural Peanut Butter Healthy fats are an important part of a healthy diet, and nut butters offer just that! Whether added to your morning oats, a peanut butter & banana smoothie, eaten with an apple, on a slice of bread, or just licked off a spoon when you need a boost, nut butters are a great option for the truck.

Plain Oats Whether you buy instant or quick oats, stick to the unflavoured variety so you can control the amount of sugar you add. Toss in a dash of cinnamon and some apple and you have a delicious, inexpensive,

comforting meal in 2 minutes!

Protein bars/powder There are countless protein and energy bars on the market these days, and truck stops and convenience stores all stock at least a couple different options. Look for one with the fewest ingredients and the lowest amount

of sugar. They’re a great snack option to have on hand for when you can’t stop or make a healthy meal, helping to give you energy while on the road and keep your metabolism boosted. Protein powder is a great option for adding to smoothies and oats. Smoothies can be easily made in a truck –

something many of our Healthy Truckers do every day – with a $20 portable blender. Just add a scoop of protein, peanut butter, dry oats, milk/almond milk, and a banana!

If you have a small freezer in your truck, throw a bag of frozen vegetables in there each week. They are perfect to add into any dish,

like your grains & soups, or cooked on their own.

If not, pick up some fresh vegetables and lean meat after you cross the border or before you leave home, depending on your route.

With just a crock pot or a portable grill/portable burner, you will be able to whip up a delicious healthy meal in no time!

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TRANSPORT FOR CHRIST

May 2017 Be a Great Year for You

BY CHAPLAIN LEN REIMER

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ere we are at the beginning of a brand New Year.

Many of us hope 2017 will be a gentle year. Friends, I’m with you, the good Lord had some surprises for my wife and I as well.

In II Corinthians 12:9 we find these comforting words, “And He said unto me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore, most gladly I will rather boast in our infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” They are encouraging words.

We find a few verses of scripture recorded in the Bible that may be of encouragement. The writer Paul says in Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ Who strengthens me.”

Philippians 3:14, “I press (or push) toward the goal for the prize of the upward

call of God in Christ Jesus.”

Even Paul says that he fails to completely understand the meaning of everything that happens. He goes on to say, “I am going to put what happened behind.”

He wants to forget what happened.

There are times when the only way we can forget is to speak to someone and officially say I am sorry. I can almost hear you say, but “he/she was wrong.”

It takes a big person to call the other and say, “you know the last time we spoke, our conversation did not finish well, I am sorry.” It is difficult to move forward when there is unfinished business. In

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Holiday Shopping at the Truck Stop

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een out on the road with no time for holiday shop-

ping?

Not to worry. You can take care of all your gift needs the next time you fill up on diesel at your local truck stop. Holiday shopping at the truck stop might sound like the title of a country song, but it’s actually good advice. You don’t want to go anyway near a mall or big box store this time of year.

And shopping online runs the risk of having the gifts delivered (and opened) at home while you’re on the road.

Truck stops are open 24 hours so you can avoid the crowds and shop on your schedule. You’re going to stop at one, anyway, with time to kill. And there’s plenty of parking, too. And, since most truck stop chains offer some sort of rewards program, you can earn points for your generosity.

A QUICK GIFT GUIDE Entertainment – Truck stops carry enough games, DVDs, CDs, maga-

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zines, music and books to satisfy everyone on your list. They’re also great places to find items you won’t see at Barnes & Noble, such as DVD collections of NYPD Blue and Jean-Claude Van Damme movies. And there is no better place to shop for truck driving music.

Electronics – DVD players, cameras, phones, headphones, chargers, TV sets and GPS navigation systems – your average truck stop stacks up pretty well against Best Buy and without the long lines.} To y s – You can find something for any young child or grandchild at a truck stop: stuffed animals, games, drones, remote control helicopters and cars, dolls and action figures and, of course, toy trucks.

Tools – Have you ever given your significant other a new toaster as

a present? Then you are a practical gifter, someone disinclined to waste money on the frivolous and unnecessary. You’re OK with your presents not being loved, so long as they’re used. Consider jumper cables, heavy-duty ice scrapers or coolers.

Clothing – No haute couture here, but you will find plenty of insulated hoodies, graphic tees, hats, socks and gloves, as well as gear celebrating various sports teams.

Most truck stops also sell jewelry and figurines.

Stocking Stuffers – Sometimes the little gifts are harder to choose than the big ones. You don’t want to waste too much time thinking about them or too much money buying them. Luckily, truck stops are full of inexpensive knickknacks; just grab a handful of whatever is at the counter.

So let everyone else fight for parking and elbow room at the mall. Find a truck stop and do your holiday shopping the smart way.

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too many homes spouses have become less than respectful and wonder why the relationship is experiencing stress. There are times when I have had to put my arms around my wife and sincerely say I am sorry, so we can move on.

Whether at home or on the road, we need to

move forward. We learn from our experiences to do things better, more efficiently and be more cost-conscious. To move forward is to get ready for the future. Yes, by making wise choices in the way we do business, the way we purchase equipment, etc. But friends, please

plan well for your future, it is not over just because it’s over here on earth. We must decide on this side of eternity how and where we want to spend endless time. Please allow Jesus to become a part of your life and make the difference and have a Happy New Year.

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