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June 2016 ISSUE 97

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

Unique Vehicles For the Mining Industry BY MAREK KRASUSKI

he Sudbury basin has long been a major centre for mining activity, dating back more than 100 years ago when claims were first staked in the region. For most of its history, mining extraction was operated by two major companies and has been the major regional employer, and even today in the wake of economic diversification, mining continues to hold a dominant position in the marketplace. In more recent years Sudbury’s mining reputation has diversified to include innovation in mining engineering, services and supplies. As a result, the region has evolved into a world class centre. Most of these companies are associated with a regional trade organization called the Sudbury Area Mining Supply and Service Association (SAMSSA). It boasts the largest concentration of mining expertise worldwide. It’s not surprising then that new vocational vehicles for the mining industry are found here. This is also the home of Minecat, an industrial fabricator whose most recent innovations include the Minecat UT99 and the Minecat EMV. Both vehicles are essentially personnel carriers purpose-built for rugged underground conditions. Their unique features rank them as more robust than SUDBURY >> PAGE 22

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THIS MONTH’S THEME

Air Conditioning & Heating Products

NEWTON’S ELECTRIC INC. Success of Open House

VOCATIONAL TRUCKING

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

NEW PRODUCTS & SERVICES

TIRES & WHEELS

Tire & Wheel News & Technology

PRODUCTS & SERVICES DIRECTORY SECTION FRANÇAISE

Effets du terrorisme: Produits de Sécurité et Mesures

TRACTION & TRUCKPRO Locations Throughout Canada

CAREERS

Employment related topics in the Trucking Industry

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THEME SECTION

AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING PRODUCTS

Benefits of Anti-Idling Heat & A/C Systems

BY MAREK KRASUSKI

n the wake of antiidling legislation and fuel reduction priorities, new technologies for air conditioning and heating systems have come a long way in reducing reliance on traditional fuel-based power sources. Reducing idle time, thanks to these inventions, saves fuel and reduces preventative maintenance; this, in addition to avoiding heavy fines in no-idling jurisdictions. Auxiliary Power Units (APU), also known as onboard generators, are one alternative solution to staying warm in winter and cool in summer without idling the engine. And demand for these alternatives has steadily increased with the growth of credible suppliers, better products and increasing capacity. The APU market can be divided into two general types – battery powered and combustion powered, usually by diesel, but also with natural gas and propane. Not surprisingly there are advantages and drawbacks to both. Diesel powered APUs produce virtually unlimited power to heat and cool with sufficient fuel levels. Battery powered alternatives, however, have the advantage of running quietly, but with limited run times before recharging. This can be especially difficult for drivers running in southern states with hotter temperatures. Some drivers complain they have to run the truck engine after five hours as the batteries drain rapidly

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working overtime to keep the truck cool. Insufficient cooling during overnight breaks has led some operators to replace electric APUs with diesel powered alternatives. Another solution to extreme weather conditions is to opt for larger units with longer running batteries due to improvements in battery technology. Product choice depends on several factors to include such things as air temperature, humidity, solar irradiation through windows, cab size and driving mode of vehicle. Parcel service vehicles with frequent opening and closing of side doors, for example, are likely to require more power than long haul trucks where the engines operate steadily and continuously over longer periods. Espar Products is one provider of heating systems to the North American market for over 40 years. (Espar partners with Thermo-King and Bergstrom for air conditioning in trucks, but offers its own air conditioning systems for buses and coaches.) It has a comprehensive

range of independent and compact fuel operated air and coolant heater products available in today’s marketplace. Eberspaecher Air Heaters have heat outputs that range from 6,000 BTU to 41,000 BTU. These air systems are compact with all heat creation and fan distribution neatly packaged within the unit. The heaters have from two to four heat levels and cycle between these levels according to the temperature desired by the user. For engine pre-

heaters have from two to four heat levels and cycle between these levels to maintain a constant coolant temperature called for by the control unit. Espar’s Vice President, John Dennehy, credits today’s advances in A/C and heating units for their efficiency, reduced size, reduced weight, fewer parts, and ease of maintenance. Espar will introduce a new coolant heater, the Hydronic 3, to the marketplace later this year.

heaters, the company’s Eberspaecher Coolant Heaters have heat outputs that range from 5,500 BTU to 120,000 BTU. These coolant systems are compact with all heat creation, fan distribution and plumbing neatly packaged within the unit. The

Among major players in the family of air conditioning products is IndelB. The Campellford, Ontario-based Wilson Instruments is one supplier of the IndelB product line. The company was instrumental in establishing a distribution network for

the Italian made product which was popular in Europe and later modified to meet the demands of the North American market. This is what company president, Gary Wilson, had to say: “Our IndelB A/C units are battery powered. They are basically designed for over the road trucks. A battery pack needs to be installed for the unit on the truck. An Isolator separates the battery pack from the starting batteries for the truck. The run time for the A/C is 10-12 hrs. The batteries are recharged by the truck when running down the road,” he said. Wilson noted there are considerable advantages of this product over APUs. APU’s require constant maintenance – oil change, filters etc. usually around 500 hours or so. The maintenance issue is a problem for fleets because of the cost related to their upkeep. Fuel used to operate the APU is less than running the truck but is in excess of a bunk heater or a battery operated system. Noise is a factor as well. Since no engine is required, the operation of

heating and A/C is quiet. A Xantrex pure sine wave inverter is used to run a TV, microwave, Cpac or other machines. Wilson says the one advantage to an APU is the fact that if an operator has to be somewhere for 2 or 3 days and be with the truck, then an APU can make sense. Wilson’s system can run for extended periods but the A/C system would require shore power. All of Wilson’s products allow the truck to be in an anti-idle situation. When the truck is stopped, the engine can be shut down and the operator has all the comforts of home with A/C or heat in the cab. Overnight, the engine heater runs on a timer so the engine will be pre heated for the next day’s start. While anti-idling legislation is one incentive for harnessing alternative energy sources, it’s also crucial to the bottom line. Notes Wilson: “In today’s trucking world, rates don’t seem to be getting any better so your operating costs need to be lower if you are going to compete. A bunk heater is a no brainer. Save the engine for making money down the road. Nobody can afford to idle an engine anymore. By using the technology available in this day and age we can not only save fuel but save the environment. It’s just common sense! If you don’t have at least a bunk heater then you are just wasting fuel that could be used for profit. Bunk heaters pay for themselves in usually 2.5 months when installed.” To be sure, anti-idling products offer a multitude of benefits. Among them are warm engine starts, instant heat and restarts, cab comfort, preheating of fluids, increased DPF performance, lower fuel costs and lower emissions, reduced engine wear, increased productivity, and a reduced carbon footprint.

THEME SECTION

NEWS AND VIEWS

How Not to React to a Sales Slowdown

BY MIKE WHALEN

estern Canada is currently in an economic slump caused, for the most part, by the dramatic drop in the price of oil. The horrific wild fire in the Fort McMurray area of north Central Alberta has also fueled this unexpected situation. The affect on the western economy has been mass layoffs and business shutdowns that have caused the closing or reduction in size of many businesses supported by the oil and gas industry. This means

heavy truck and off-road equipment operations have been closed or reduced in size. When this happens trucks and off road machines are parked and new trucks and machine orders are put on hold. If there is work available, the needed trucks and equipment will be maintained and, if parts are needed, the parked vehicles usually become the parts department. Maintenance parts like brakes, filters, hoses, etc. continue to be purchased as well as other components that wear or rust out. As an ex-distributor of truck and off-highway equipment parts, my experience is that an economic downturn resulted in an increase in sales of maintenance parts – not a decrease. The need to repair older trucks and equipment, rather than buy new, meant that the

distributor and OE dealer saw a pronounced increase in parts and service sales. Those that offered a specialized service – brakes for example – also benefited from the increase. But, in order for this to happen, new customers are needed. Many distributors, OE dealers and the parts and component manufacturer will react to the slump by reducing inventory and staff. It is surprising that some will even reduce their sales staff and participation in industry promotional events. I knew one manufacturer actually eliminated their total outside sales staff. Needless to say they didn’t last. Those that see opportunity will do the opposite. Identify accounts that are not on your customer list and put an effort into contacting them to let them know your inventory is

strong and that you will be happy to cover backorders they may be experiencing from their regular parts sources. Proactive fleet surveys can really help identify their future requirements and help you tailor inventory to meet such needs. In fact, pre-developed fleet surveys will go a long way to be the ‘I have it in stock’! distributor. Make sure order fill ratio is tracked and pay attention to inventory balance, making sure you have ‘in stock’ the parts the new customer will need. Make sure your sales people are calling accounts they may not have been successful with in the past. Also, pay attention to your parts returns. One of our main product groups we sold at an on and off-highway truck and equipment parts distributorship I managed was filters - probably the toughest, and most com-

petitive line to sell. By nature I don’t usually throw anything out that might have a future use. When it came to filters we had many sku’s in stock that had zero movement for a couple of years or more. I don’t know how many times we would get a call from a ‘new’ customer for a filter that their regular supplier had ceased carrying – and that we still had in our inventory. We were heroes for being able to get the unit back on the road immediately. This, more times than not, secured a new account. In my lifetime I’ve experienced two economic downturns and have weathered the storm by putting extra focus on developing new accounts and making sure we knew their fleet and equipment make-up. High usage product groups like filters, belts, hoses and brakes are items needed now.

Other product groups like exhaust and air intake systems can provide new sales from a survey and inspection. Be on top of what’s happening with your competitor and how they are reacting to the economic slide. Are they increasing their minimum order size? Have they reduced inventory? Have they made warrantee claims more difficult? Look at new ways to raise your service level and promote these differences to new as well as old customers. Don’t view the down economy in a negative way. This is an opportunity to show your customers why they have chosen you as their supplier – and a time to add new customers as well. Be proactive and you will come out the other side of this business slump in good shape and in position for even further growth.

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ONTARIO TRUCKING ASSOCIATION (OTA)

OTA Council Summit Sponsor Birdseye Giving Complimentary Tickets

TA membership has its privileges and OTA Council Summit platinum sponsor, Birdseye Solutions, wants to make sure OTA carrier members get to benefit from the knowledge and networking opportunities from the event by giving two complimentary registration tickets to the first 65 OTA carrier members. The event will take place on June 22 at the International Plaza Hotel, 655 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario. The OTA Council Summit will feature over sixteen speakers from various disciplines in the four councils. The event starts at 9 am with a networking

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breakfast and registration followed by an attendee lunch featuring an industry issues update from CTA and OTA leader David Bradley. Speakers and topics for each event will include: • P r e p a r i n g f o r a n E L D M a n d a t e – To m Cuthbertson, Chair, ELD Task Force, Technology and Maintenance Council SPIF Explained and the Future of Trucking Equipment in Ontario – Joe Lynch, Ministry of Transportation • CVOR Modernization – Brian Swan, Ministry of Transportation • M a n d a t o r y E n t r y Level Training/Driver

Certification Program – Franca Ambrosio, Kim MacCarl, John Landolfi – Ministry of Transportation | Rolf VanderZwaag, Ontario Trucking Association • Marijuana Legalization – Barb Butler, President, Barb Butler & Associates, Dr. Barry Kurtzer, and Ross Wells (Gowlings) • C u r r e n t S t a t u s o f Federal Overtime Surveys – Federal Labour Program (ESDC) • Federal Health and Safety Compliance: Trends in the Trucking Industry – Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) • C o n t r o l l i n g Y o u r Group Benefit Costs –

GroupHealth Benefit Solutions • Managing Millennials in the Trucking Industry – Angela Splinter (President & C E O Tr u c k i n g H R Canada) • F u t u r e I n i t i a t i v e s : Impact to Cross Border Business 2020 and Beyond – US CBP & CBSA • What’s Happening at the Local Ports? – Various Bridge Officials • T r e n d i n g T o p i c s in Cargo Crime: Best Practices & Regional (Law Enforcement & OTA member Carriers) • How to Combat Cargo Crime – Insurance Bureau of Canada, Pardon Services Canada

• Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n o f Dangerous Goods Reg C h a n g e s – Tr a n s p o r t Canada • GHG Phase II Regs & Eco Technology For Ve h i c l e s – Tr a n s p o r t Canada This event is open to all for-hire and private carrier companies and OTA member allied trade representatives for the $50 breakfast and lunch networking fee. Allied Trade members are encouraged to participate in the councils – an excellent privilege for members. To take advantage of the Birdseye complimentary offer please fill out the following form at ontruck.org/wp-con-

tent/uploads/2016/04/ Council-Summit-Registration_public.pdf and send back to OTA at membership@ontruck.org. Carrier members can purchase extra tickets in addition to the two complimentary tickets. A complete list of agendas to date for each council can be reviewed at ontruck.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/ Council-Summit-List-ofAgendas_public.pdf. OTA would also like to thank the following companies for co-sponsoring the networking breakfast and lunch – TruckRight; Microdea; The Guarantee Company and Ontario Truck Driving School.

Is 2016 a Turnaround Year for Trucking? BY BRUCE SAYER

016 is shaping up to be a good year for trucking following 10 years of declining volumes and diminishing margins. Starting in 2006, a rise in the Canadian dollar began to weaken southbound demand that had steadily been growing for 20 years. The financial crisis of 2008 and the collapse of the American housing market resulted in a 30 per cent reduction in volumes, sending the industry into a tail spin. Carriers struggled to find loads and many drivers were forced to abandon their rigs as low volumes and historically low trucking rates became the norm. Today, it is a different story with the freight transportation sector starting to approach operating at capacity. It has been a bumpy ride. 2014 saw positive signs of a strengthening industry, but prevailing external influences severely dampened the continuation of positive trends. The West Coast port slowdown and the extreme winter conditions of 2013/14 resulting from the polar vortex created significant disruptions that

stifled growth. 2015 was a year of positive anticipation as industry experts forecast steady increases in volumes and rates, but year-end results did not match expectations. However, the final quarter of 2015 produced stronger freight movements and built confidence that 2016 would be the turnaround year for the industry. The U.S. economy continues to show strength with an expected growth rate of nearly four percent for 2016. Since 2008, much of the American economic growth has been attributed to the industrial sector. However, some analysts now believe that a significant driver growth for 2016 will be from the consumer side. Consumer confidence in Canada saw a significant upsurge following the past federal election and the resulting optimism created by the Trudeau “Halo Effect”. Healthy consumer spending is the key to opening warehouse doors on bloated manufacturing and retail inventories to get freight volumes up. In order to meet the projected growth, carriers will begin operating at or near capacity.

Many trucking companies are expected to increase their rates in response to this emerging condition. Though the trucking industry continues to dominate freight shipping, over the coming decade its share of tonnage will likely drop slightly due to increasing fuel costs diverting some long haul away from over-the-road transport in favor of more cost effective rail transport. Despite this, predictions by the American Trucking Associations (ATA) indicate a jump in revenues for the trucking industry is expected to continue for the next 10 years. To meet customers’ increasing demands and to take advantage of new revenue opportunities, growth is an essential phase of business development. Planning for growth is vital. The fact is many truck company owners discover too late that they have hindered the potential growth of their business because t h e y d o n ’t h a v e t h e cash flow to finance that growth. It’s an undisputed truth that the faster you grow, the more financing you need. High growth

companies often find this problem compounded because traditional lenders consider them high risk and won’t approve financing. This is particularly true in the trucking industry. The best strategy is to position your company for growth before it is needed. Commercial banks base their qualification requirements on the financial strength of your company. Their risk assessment processes include auditing your balance sheet and income statement on a regular basis. Further, a bank will review your company’s financials to determine your ability to meet ongoing debt obligations, assess debtto-equity ratios and determine the cash reserves or liquid assets available for day-to-day operations. Frequent, sometimes monthly, financial reviews can be required in order to permit your trucking company continued access to funds. Unless your business is performing well across key financial metrics, stringent covenant terms can restrict a trucking company’s continued access to capital. A far less cumbersome

financing alternative is Flat Fee Factoring, a specialized form of Invoice factoring specifically designed for the trucking industry. Qualification is based on the credit strength of your customers, not of your trucking company. This simple but important distinction leverages the credit strength of your entire customer base to benefit your funding requirements. With invoice factoring, approval for funding is granted more easily and quickly than with a commercial loan. Once approved, your company begins receiving funds within 24 hours of distributing invoice receivables. As your company grows

and more invoices are generated, more funds are released to support growing fleet operations. Flat Fee Factoring is the ideal financial tool to support the growth of your trucking company. As 2016 unfolds and volumes continue to increase, more and more opportunities will arise to increase revenues and bolster your bottom line. Ensure you have the financial resources needed to support expansion. For more information about financial planning and the benefits of Flat Fee Factoring, contact Accutrac Capital at 855.838.7575 or visit us online at: www.accutraccapital.com.

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EASTERN REPORT

No Trucks on New Yarmouth-Portland Ferry BY GEORGE FULLERTON

rian Reynolds is very disappointed with the selection of the Yarmouth Nova Scotia-Portland Maine ferry. “This new Cat ferry is not a roll on-roll off design so trucks cannot travel on it because they would have to back off. There are no bow doors on the boat.” The criticisms continue. “It is ironic that taxpayers are on the hook for the cost of operating the ferry service, but the trucking businesses, which pay a good deal of taxes, have no service from the ferry. Yes, we are very disappointed,” Reynolds continued. “They say that trucks were excluded from the ferry service because Portland did not want trucks travelling through their downtown. But trucks would only be in town for few minutes through the entire day if they were on the ferry.” Reynolds pointed out that there are also issues with U.S. Customs inspection of trucks departing the ferry. Southwest Nova Scotia

trucking operations did have the Portland-Yarmouth service for the past couple years when the Nova Star Ferry boat was on the Yarmouth- Portland service. The Nova Star was taken off service, allegedly because of the high cost of operation. Ferry service is an important transport link for perishable fish cargos headed into US markets and to overseas air freight connections. The previous Yarmouth to Portland ferry service used the Ocean Gateway Terminal, and they were allowed to load commercial trucks on and off the vessel under a temporary agreement. For a permanent arrangement, U.S. Customs officials would require the City to devote more space for security checks at the Gateway Terminal and install more equipment, at a cost of about $4.5 million. Additionally, the area around the terminal is being developed with hotels and other tourist-oriented businesses, and having

trucks rolling through that portion of the eastern waterfront is incompatible with those new uses, City officials said. The City of Portland wants freight and truck operators to use the western waterfront where a commercial marine terminal currently exists. The new ferry will hold between 700 and 750 passengers and can hold up to 282 cars, and it will accommodate tour buses, but not transport trucks. The new catamaran service will cut travel time in half compared to the Nova Star, which was also promoted as a cruise vessel to tourists. The distance between Portland, Maine and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia is 341 kilometers, with the estimated crossing time to be under six hours. The new catamaran design vessel is only secured for the first four years of a ten year deal with Bay Ferries Ltd. to operate the service. The new ferry is chartered from the U.S. Navy for an initial two-year period, with two, one year options following. As a

U.S. flagged vessel, it must carry an American crew. The Nova Scotia government will provide annual funding for the ferry service, including marketing. In the first year funding will be at $10.2 million, and $9.4 million for the second. In addition, there will be $4.1 million for start-up costs and terminal upgrades, and $9 million toward retrofits of the vessel. Opposition politicians challenged the catamaran deal saying it leaves Nova Scotia taxpayers on the hook. Tourism operators in general are very happy with the new cat service,

saying it is great news for them all across Nova Scotia, and that the service is a key transportation link for US tourists coming to the province. The Digby to Saint John ferry service was to be discontinued when the Princess Acadia was taken out of service, said Brian Reynolds, but the fisheries and trucking sectors lobbied hard to maintain the service, which received support from Peter McKay, Gerald Keddy and Greg Kerr. As a result of their efforts the service continued. But their selection of a vessel did not serve the fisheries or the truckers

well at all. The boat will take only twelve trucks and any other trucks lined up are left on the wharf. Noted Reynolds, “We hear about lots of companies calling up to book passage and are told there is no space, so a lot of potential truck traffic isn’t even going to Digby. They are driving around through Nova Scotia and New Brunswick and incurring significant extra costs.” Reynolds holds that the revised Yarmouth to Portland service is another disservice to truckers and stands to be a significant financial cost to Nova Scotia taxpayers.

EASTERN REPORT

Nova Scotia Recognizes Equivalency of Military Licence BY GEORGE FULLERTON

n A p r i l 2 0 1 6 N ov a Scotia joined a growing list of provinces which recognize the qualifications of military vehicle operators, allowing them to transition more easily to driving commercial vehicles. The regulatory changes by the Nova Scotia government means that Armed Forces personnel holding Department of Defence 404 licence, will no longer have to take tests to get an equivalent civilian licence. Service men and women will now be able to easily apply their military vehicle qualifica8 June 2016

tions and training in the civilian workforce in Nova Scotia. This new, simplified process applies to current military members, as well as military members who have retired within the past three years. I n a m e d i a r e l e a s e, Premier Stephen McNeil said, “Nova Scotia has a proud military tradition and our workforce can benefit tremendously by tapping into the skills these men and women have developed during their careers in service to our country. Removing barriers for people returning to civilian life is a win-win for the indi-

vidual and industry.” “This initiative is very important to the military personnel who are transiting to civilian life and have many driving-related skills and qualifications to transfer with them,” said Capt. Chris Sutherland, Base Commander, Canadian Forces Base Halifax. “But it is more than the DND 404 qualification, our military people have attributes such as respect, discipline, organization and leadership that are extremely valuable.” British Columbia made similar regulatory changes in January 2016, joining Alberta, Ontario,

Manitoba Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador, all of which have recognized military 404 as qualification for civilian commercial operator licencing. By removing this hurdle for military personnel and veterans, British Columbia and other provinces have endorsed an important initiative spearheaded by the national non-profit group, Helmets to Hardhats Cana d a . P r e v i ous l y, Ca nadian Forces members were unable to transfer their truck driving credentials when they left their military careers and entered into civilian life.

British Columbia Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction, Coralee Oakes stated, “By transferring over commercial driving credentials from the military operations to British Columbia roads and highways, it will save time and will cut unnecessary requalification processes for military personnel and retired veterans who already are fully trained in commercial driving.” In British Columbia’s case, the program was introduced as a part o f R e d Ta p e R e d u c tion Week, since it cuts through red tape and makes the transition

from military to civilian life simpler. Helmets to Hardhats Canada is focused on career opportunities in Canada for anyone who has served, or is currently serving and looking to transition to a civilian career. Helmets to Hardhats provides support for both Regular and Reserve Force Components of the Canadian Forces. They also support members of the Canadian Armed Forces with opportunities for apprenticeship training and rewarding careers in Canada’s unionized building, construction and maintenance industries.

APTA DRIVER OF THE MONTH

Old School Professional BY GEORGE FULLERTON

racking down Roy Greig, APTA driver of the month for March 2016, was a bit of a challenge. Jenny Briggs from the administration team at Professional Carriers Inc. said that Roy was on load assignment between Alberta and Quebec. Jenny was able to provide a phone number and a brief sketch of Roy, noting that while he was highly professional in his attitude toward his work, he was also a relatively quiet and private person, which sometimes makes for a challenging interview. Contacted by phone, Roy was forthcoming with information on his background and his approach to his profession. Roy actually has two professional tracks. In addition to professional driving, he also holds certification as a licensed mechanic. Roy’s career began as a youth working on and moving around his father’s trucks which ran Florida lanes from home base in Toronto. In 1974 he began driving full time hauling building materials from Mississauga and points in Ontario, and in 1977 switched to hauling steel from Mississauga to western Canada. “By 1983 I was looking for a career change and

went to work as a mechanic, and stayed at it up to 1988. In 1989 I went to work driving for a broker for Fastrax in Hartland, New Brunswick,” Roy said. He eventually bought the truck and continued to work it on Fastrax. It was through his employment with Fastrax that Roy became acquainted with Manager Richard Boone. “When I started my company, Professional Carriers in 2004, I was very fortunate and honoured to have Roy join me as one of our original owner operators,” said Richard Boone. “Roy took a step of great faith joining me because at the time there was no company, just a vision that Roy, myself and a few other owner operators shared. With Roy and the other owner operators’ help we had a company established and operating in a little over two weeks. I have never forgotten the faith that Roy and the others placed in me to actually get a company running, while they were waiting with truck payments to make.” Professional Carriers Inc. is the product of experienced industry professionals doing what they do best, serving their customers. In 2004 Richard and Susan Boone founded Professional Carriers, utilizing the services of a

group of veteran owner operators. Richard knew that any company built upon a foundation of the owner-operators’ talent would be a success, and jumped at the opportunity. Professional Carriers has grown from its original 15 units to fifty-six highway tractors and around sixtyfive reefer trailers. Professional Carrier’s mission is to provide customers with the most consistently safe, reliable, and professional service available in the truckload transportation marketplace, thereby ensuring they remain a long term, successful company. Richard went on to say that he has maintained the faith he has in Roy to accomplish exactly what he said he would do, getting it done, and done right. “It is because of Roy, and these other founding owner operators, that our company has become well established and has been successful.” Richard added, “Whether it is his driving, his care for customers, his maintenance of his truck and equipment or his paperwork, Roy always strives for and usually achieves perfection. Since I have known Roy he has always hauled reefers across Canada and specialized in perishable and frozen food cargos. This work is very challenging,

but I never have known Roy to have a cargo claim or a customer service failure. If we want to impress a new customer we try to make sure that Roy hauls the first load for them, which always makes a very favourable first impression of our company. We consider Roy not only a great ambassador for our company, but for our industry.” Roy operates a 2005 Freightliner Classic with a 2014 Utility tridem reefer, running between Nova Scotia and Vancouver, British Columbia. Roy and his wife Kathleen reside in Winnipeg, where Roy has been working on his house renovations for 22 years. Roy has a son (previous marriage) living in Mississauga, and Kathleen also has two grown children. Roy was awarded a 4 million mile accident free driving award in 2012 by Professional Carriers. Additionally, he has no Hours of Service infractions and no speeding violations. Roy contends that he is old school and likes to do his own mechanical work on his equipment, “I have rebuilt my truck from end to end, and I have complete confidence in its mechanical fitness.” Roy’s travel routes get him home weekly or at least every two weeks. “I

will run for about three months and then spend a week at home before hitting the road again.” At sixty-two years of age, Roy relates that his Doctor says he is healthy and to keep doing what he is doing. In addition to jumping in his overalls to work on his truck, Roy says he makes a point to walk for exercise whenever the opportunity presents itself. He also has a fridge and microwave in his truck and enjoys a ‘pretty good’ diet, but confesses there may be room for improvement on that point. Reflecting on his long career, Roy offered that the industry can do a lot better to improve and enhance driver education.

“Driving is much more complex and demanding. It is no longer practical to have a driver show up with a license and then throw him in a truck and send him off to a strange and distant destination. I am completely in favour of mandatory entry level training for new entrants.” Roy allowed that he sees the results of too many ‘fly by night’ operations that offer training, but are not doing a very good job of it. Roy’s future? “Well, I will not be buying a new truck!” he quipped. But if he continues with his attention to maintenance and rebuilds, no telling how many more years there are for him and his Freightliner!

ATLANTIC PROVINCES TRUCKING ASSOCIATION [APTA]

New Budget Has Huge Impact on Newfoundland & Labrador Trucking Companies

ieppe, New Brunswick – The recent Newfoundland & Labrador budget announcement has many tax increases and some will have a significant impact on the trucking industry. The 5-cents/litre diesel tax increase combined with the 15% sales tax on insurance premiums and not to mention the fee increases on licenses and

permits will have serious implications on trucking companies’ bottom line. Carriers domiciled in Newfoundland & Labrador will be the worst hit obviously and will put them in a competitive disadvantage as well. Jean-Marc Picard, Executive Director of the Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association says, “This has definitely caught the

industry off guard and will cost Newfoundland & Labrador trucking companies thousands of dollars in extra costs”. It’s unfortunate, but consumers will end up bearing most of these costs. “Our industry cannot sustain these additional costs, some of them will have to be passed down to customers and ultimately, consumers will end up paying more for

their goods,” Picard adds. We understand the province is in a very difficult financial situation but a 5-cents/litre increase on diesel tax is very steep. It puts Newfoundland and Labrador at the highest in the country along with New Brunswick at 21.5 cents/litre for diesel tax. This is not the ideal scenario since residents of Newfoundlander & Labra-

dor traditionally pay more for their goods because of the ferry services that bring goods on the Island. Along with the HST and permit increases, the cost of goods might be worse than expected for the residents. The APTA says it was never consulted on the potential impact these changes would have on the trucking industry and feels that they should have

been. Trucking is a very important part of the economy in Newfoundland & Labrador and is a crucial part of the supply chain that brings goods to the province. Picard adds, “The trucking industry is going to feel the effects of these cost increases for a long time and likely puts some companies at risk of shutting down.”

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CROSS BORDER SERVICES

MTO Truck Crackdowns Affecting Commerce

BY DAWN TRUELL

e have all heard about the recent crack down on the trucking industry by the MTO. While understanding there are safety concerns in this industry which must be looked after, we must also pay attention to the concerns of commerce. Recently I sat down with a long time professional truck driver who also owns and operates his own trucking company, Mr. Roy Nirwal, President

and Owner of Roy Nirwal Trucking. During our training session we discussed a concern that is at the forefront of the trucking industry right now, MTO increased inspections. Whilst we know how important safety is in this industry we must also listen to the concerns of the commerce side of this industry. With a roller coaster of feelings out there from truck drivers, some are okay with the MTO blitzing and others are very concerned about the repercussions of being taken off the road for three hours during their peek driving time; as we know in this industry, all shipments are JIT. This recent MTO blitz, while I am sure that the majority of citizens who drive the highways here in Ontario are very concerned about driver safety, did in fact cause a negative effect on some truckers. Delays,

cancellations, fines and aggravation were among the top complaints by drivers and transportation company owners. It seems that from reading a vast number of opinions regarding the MTO blitz, the majority of truck drivers out there would rather have regular inspections 365 days per year than a two day blitz that takes trucks off the road for three hours and disrupts commerce. I have also heard the complaint that where there was advance notification in the news, those who have “real” safety concerns would have had time to take their trucks off the road, and therefore not be inspected, which would protect them from the possibility of being pulled off the road for obvious safety infractions. It should also be noted that on top of these blitzes, MTO has been stopping trucks along roadsides

“looking” for infractions. Roy told me about some instances where an MTO officer reached in through his driver window and into his wallet and proceeded without permission to grab receipts out of Roy’s wallet; the question brought to my attention was “is this legal?” The answer is no, it is not. An MTO officer indeed has the right to stop you for inspection and possible infractions, and may request to see receipts and log books, however, they are not legally allowed to reach into your wallet. What the officer was looking for were receipts to match against the log book for possible hours infractions. MTO has its obvious legal mandate, and with just cause, to ensure that all trucks on the roads are safe to operate no matter of size. On April 27 & 28 this year, just north of Toronto at Canada’s

Wonderland parking lot off Highway 400 & Rutherford Road area, 488 trucks were brought into this MTO and Police blitz for inspection, a staggering 46% of those were pulled off the road for safety infractions from mechanical defects to safety violations. The MTO and Police were looking at everything from log books, brakes, axles, and mechanics to tires with zero tolerance for any wheel defects due to many recent tragic lives lost by flying tires. A full level 1 and some level 2 inspections were performed. With transport trucks being on the road for 10 to 12 hours per day, these massive moving machines need to be 100% safe. As for the MTO: “Commercial vehicle drivers and companies that fail to comply with many of these requirements may be fined up to $20,000.” Wheel separation in particular, fines

are up to $5,000. “Under Ontario’s commercial motor vehicle impoundment program, critically defective commercial vehicles are impounded for a minimum of 15 days,” the MTO continued. All commercial vehicles must meet the critical legal standards as set out in the Highway Traffic Act, Regulation 611. Commercial trucks in Ontario and Quebec for the most part are now equipped with electronic speed limiters with caps at 105 km/h. This is applicable to trucks built post 1994 that have an electronic control module and a weight of 11,794 kilograms or more. For more information about this article, Safety & Compliance Training, or any Border Initiatives programs, please contact Cross Border Services at www.crossborderservices. ca or email dawntruell@ gmail.com.

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THEME SECTION

SECURITY – “A BIRD’S EYE” VIEW

Transparency Equals More Profit

BY MIKE GRABOVICA

an security cameras and satellite tracking devices help increase profits? The answer to that question is YES, but before explaining how and why – let’s explore what the art of selling looks like in today’s marketplace. Today, more than ever, carriers need to differentiate themselves and demonstrate a very convincing value proposition for the services they provide in an increasingly crowded place. The

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old, “on time delivery” promise is no longer enough. The competitive transportation industry is changing quickly, and carriers choosing not to adapt fast enough are causing major mistrust in the eyes of the customer. Today’s customers want to know more about who you are as a company before making any longterm commitments. A true description of your facility and your equipment is very important, as transparency is the new trend in sales. It’s no different than the dating game, when you’re trying to impress that special someone to get into a serious relationship and they are playing hard to get. Providing your customers with insight in your day-to-day operations with the utmost transparency will give them the confidence to want to do business with

you. Having an up to date website, frequent social media posts and all-star cold callers will only get you to the first base. At this point, any feelings of mistrust will reduce confidence and ultimately

facility’s security cameras is a great way to demonstrate that you have nothing to hide. Customers want to know where their shipment is in real time. They appreciate the ability to visually verify that their cargo’s tempor-

cause you to strikeout; therefore you must offer maximum transparency. Sharing live access to your satellite devices and

ary home is operated by professionals. If you think that this is too much transparency, think again. In order to

win high-value loads, some carriers have begun installing live camera feeds on their tractors. Customers are offered real-time video monitoring of the driver, front of truck, and side mirrors. Yes, things can go wrong and they could end up sharing information that is normally kept internal. However, many things can go right, and the confidence and trust that is built via transparency will create strong and long lasting relationships with customers and affiliated parties such as trucking insurers. Mistakes are typically forgiven if it can be demonstrated that you are striving for professionalism at all times. Increased transparency will also force your company to improve all aspects of your operation including safety and compliance. When you are fully aware that

your cameras are being monitored in real time, you will likely refer to them more frequently to enforce general company policy. You will find yourself voicing-down drivers via loud speakers when they are not wearing safety gear and/or failing to complete circlechecks in real-time. If you do not have the time to constantly watch your cameras and enforce best practices at your facility, you can always hire a third party to take care of this for you. Typical h o u r l y r a t e, c a m e r a s and speakers included, is much less than your lowest paid employee. Be transparent and provide access to your security system, and not only will your day-today operations and sales pitch improve, but as a result your bottom line profits will increase as well.

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FLEET MAINTENANCE & MANAGEMENT

Proper Parts Management Can Save Thousands

BY ROBERT MACKAY

roper parts management, usage, and warranty can save thousands of dollars each

year and help organizations stay competitive as well as save time. However, parts management is often wrongfully confused as parts inventory management. The two are not the same thing. Parts inventory management is just an optional piece of a parts management strategy that allows for the tracking of inventory quantity. For some organizations, tracking inventory makes a lot of sense. For others, especially smaller shops, not so much. However, it’s because of this incorrect association that some fleet managers

overlook the value of a coordinated parts management strategy, and generally overspend on parts each year. This is especially true for smaller organizations with limited staff and no fleet maintenance software. According to some estimates, close to 5% of all part purchases under $100 have warranties that are never claimed because of the amount of time it takes to track. Through the course of a year these costs add up. In some cases, the costs can be in the thousands of dollars each year. However, tracking part

warranty without a maintenance system is a challenge that requires a systemic approach and discipline. Unless your shop is super organized, it is probably not practical for most organizations that track fleet maintenance with a ledger or spreadsheet. Core and recycling charges can represent considerable costs for organizations that service and maintain their fleet. Oftentimes, parts with core charges are kept in stock; therefore, tracking core charges is essential. While most small business accounting software allows you to manage

credits, fleet maintenance software makes this a lot cleaner and easier, especially for administration staff that must remember to record and follow up on credits for core charges with your parts suppliers. The ability to track and monitor part usage across every unit in your fleet can be valuable in helping fleet managers make decisions and help spot chronic problems and trends that can lead to expensive repairs down the road. Plus, the ability to quickly identify the fleet units whereby certain parts are installed can save hours going through filing cab-

inets, spreadsheets, and invoices. However, tracking part usage is tricky without fleet maintenance software. A proper parts management strategy suited to the needs of the organization can save time and money. While every approach can be, and is generally unique, the key to success is one that can be implemented easily, adopted by all, and monitored with the least amount of effort. Rob MacKay is President of Fleet Harmony - Cloud Fleet Management Software Solutions. He can be reached at robertm@ fleetharmony.com.

TALLMAN TRUCK CENTRE

Tallman Opens New Dealership in Kemptville

emptville, Ontario – Tallman Truck Centre planted roots in Kemptville 43 years ago and opened the doors at a brand new dealership on 400 Colonnade Drive on May 2nd, 2016. This new dealership will offer parts, sales and service for trucks and trailers as well as Idealease lease

and rental. The shop is equipped with 5 drivethrough bays that will accommodate up to 15 trucks at a time as well as heated floors, LED lighting and a fully stocked parts warehouse. “We keep moving forward with the drive to better serve our customers every day and I believe our new dealership in

Kemptville will only serve to enhance this,” says Kevin Tallman, President, “our new dealership is conveniently located off the 416 and a few minutes from our existing location on Van Buren Street which will now become Tallman Collision Centre to further expand our service offerings and support”.

Tallman Collision Centre offers sandblasting, vehicle modifications and refurbishments, painting, framework and front end alignments as well as SPIF Certifications. After 43 years of building a tradition of customer service excellence and expanding our dealership network across Ontario we look forward to serv-

ing you at our new state of the art facility! Save the date for our Grand Opening on Friday, June 10th, 2016. Tallman

Truck Centre, Kemptville will be open to the community at Kemptville Doors Open on September 24th, 2016.

FORT MCMURRAY WILD FIRE

Tremcar West Donates $1,000 to the Red Cross. Invites the Business Class to Follow in Their Foot Steps. The tragedy of Fort McMurray has greatly affected the community and the business class. Tremcar West is very sensitive to what is happening. The company has donated $1,000 to the Red Cross to help the community in this time of despair and insecurity. Mr. Jacques Tremblay, President of Tremcar West, invites other companies to do the same and help a region that has helped our businesses grow and develop throughout the last decade. 14 June 2016

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INSURANCE MATTERS

Education Essential to Reduce Cyber Threats

BY LINDA COLGAN

yber risk through virus, spam, malware, data breach and extortion ranks amongst the predominant exposures crippling operations. Entry of ill intended individuals into computer systems has evolved as systems and firewalls become more complex. At one time risk management took into account the replacement of hardware and focused on the air cooled terminal hosted rooms when it referenced computer exposures. Risk management still focuses on these areas but technology has advanced to such a degree that intense concentration has shifted to cyber threats and prevention of such. If a virus infiltrates a computer system it is instant paralysis. Computers have become the heart of the operations while the staff has evolved to being the arteries. It is not only the systems that create concern, but an instantaneous breach within a computer system puts a companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reputation at stake. If a system has been hacked, the reputation of the company instantaneously starts to erode. It is imperative that at the outset immediate action and containment is evident in order to preserve the reputation and

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cement confidence to providers and vendors that a company has invested in containing exposure, and that proactive measures have been triggered to remedy the violation. Immediate action is needed to instill confidence that access to outside providers has been prevented. A virus means data has been breached and the pivotal pulse of the operation has stopped. Backup methods will not be instantaneous remedies if the virus infiltrated the system. Even if the backup can restore the system, IT will have to ensure that the virus has not contaminated the back up, and must run several checks before reinstalling programs. Precious time is lost and in the interim the credibility of the company continues to diminish. Investment of security and recovery management are commonplace, from the simplest to the most unique computer systems. Management should also review implementing restrictions to users of the system that enforces limited access to sites that are vulnerable to tracking and permitting access of viruses. Internal systems should also redirect spam from the regular users, thus creating more limited access by infiltration of spam/malware. A disaster plan should be created internally, and include pre and post implementation with all staff. Users are the most vulnerable conduit in permitting viruses to seep into a computer system. This audience should be alerted to the importance of regular password changes, email etiquette, how

to identify potential spam correspondence (web sites can be easily created to appear quite similar to familiar web sites however the HTTP identification is not), and what to do with unfamiliar emails. All should be outlined, available in corporate manuals, and discussed at the beginning of employment. Management should also

speak to all users about internal system protocols and direct them to the main contact responsible for system issues, and outline expectations for laptop security, cell phones, access to company computers, email etiquette, and USB data. Management should engage in discussions on cyber insurance with their Insurance Brok-

ers to compliment and reduce financial exposure. Identity and cyber theft exposures are vastly expanding. Thieves are becoming more sophisticated so early detection of victimization is unequivocally important. It is essential that every effort be made to educate and reduce risk at every level internally in order to mini-

mize the exposure of data and cyber breach. Linda Colgan has been an Insurance Broker in the transportation industry since 1986 and is Senior Account Executive with Bryson & Associates Insurance Brokers Ltd. Contact Linda at 416.809.3103 or feel free to email Linda at lcolgan@brysoninsurance. ca.

WOMEN IN TRUCKING

WIT Partners with Feeding America

BY ELLEN VOIE CAE

he trucking industry has always been a place where generosity and empathy are evident. From drivers helping on the roadside to carriers providing supplies for neighborhoods, the spirit of the trucking community is one that is not recognized enough. The Women In Trucking Association is teaming up with Feeding America to help address hunger in America. Whether you are based in the United States or deliver within its borders, you can help us feed needy families. According to Feeding America, more food reaches landfills and incinerators than any single material in municipal solid waste. Up to forty percent of all food grown, pro-

cessed, and transported in the United States will never be consumed. Every community in America is affected by hunger. Over 48 million Americans live in “food insecure” households, which include more than 15 million children. The Feeding America website states that 72 percent of all Feeding America client households live at or below 100 percent of the federal poverty line, and the annual household income in 2014 was $9,175. Feeding America has a network of over 200 food banks that provide more than 3.6 billion meals through food pantries, shelters, and meal programs. Currently, they have the logistical expertise and strategic relationships to rescue food before it’s lost and get it to people in need, but they need your help. How can you become part of the solution? If you have ever had a load of produce rejected and you weren’t sure what to do with the product, you can help feed families. If you find yourself at a delivery with food or household supplies that were the result of a shipping error,

you can help the visitors to a community food bank. Your load might be rejected for a variety of reasons. Perhaps the boxes or packaging have been damaged and the customer rejects them for cosmetic reasons. Maybe your refrigerated unit failed en route and your shipment reached a temperature that was unacceptable to the shipper but safe for final consumption. If your load was damaged or the cases included slightly outdated inventory or have not met the quality standards of the vendor, such as slightly over-salted or mislabeled UPC codes it could still be acceptable for consumption. What Should You Do? First, determine that you have the authority to donate the product. Check with your shipper or broker contract. You should also check with your insurance provider to help you through the decision-making process. You might need a second opinion, and the buyer may need to secure an inspection to support its claim that the product doesn’t meet the contract terms. Once you have deter-

mined that the load can be donated, call a local Feeding America member food bank. You can find the contact information on their website at www.feedingamerica.org and click on “Find a Food Bank” at the tab on the top of the website page. If you don’t have access to the internet, call the national office at 800.771.2303. You can also download an app called “Food Cowboy” (www.foodcowboy. com) which gives you access to a service that con-

nects donors to charities and assists with the tax benefit process. Feeding America accepts good, safe, surplus food that is still nutritious, but has been rejected for reasons unrelated to the edible use of the product. Although the organization focuses on food donations, they also accept items that can offset financial burdens for those they serve, such as bath and beauty products, paper goods, toys, and clothing. While the food banks

are pleased to accept the product at their locations, they are often willing and able to meet you at a truck stop or shipping dock if their warehouse is out of your way or if the donation is not a truckload. Women In Trucking Association is leading the effort to help stop hunger in America by making the effort to turn rejected freight into meals for hungry families. Those you help could be your neighbor, your friend, or even your own family members.

HINO MOTORS CANADA, LTD.

Hino’s New President

ino Motors Canada, Ltd. is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Yumiko Kawamura, as the President of Hino Motors Canada, Ltd. effective February, 2016. Ms. Kawamura succeeds Mr. Shuichi Kaneko, who held the position for four years and has now been assigned as the General Manager of Hino Motors Ltd., Europe and Africa Division. Ms. Kawamura has amassed over 20 years of experience with Hino Motors, Ltd. (Japan) and maintains extensive

knowledge of selling and marketing Hino products to the North American market. Prior to her new assignment in Canada, Ms. Kawamura served as the Group Leader of the Asia Oceania Market for Hino Motors, Ltd. During her tenure with Hino Motors, Ltd., Ms. Kawamura was instrumental in developing and executing the strategic launch of new models designed for the North American market. Additionally she played a critical role in the launch of the established Woodstock assembly plant in Ontario for the produc-

tion of Hino trucks in 2006. For more information, please visit us at www. hinocanada.com.

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ONTARIO TRUCKING ASSOCIATION (OTA)

OTA Lauds Standard Training Requirements in MELT Draft Proposal

oronto, Ontario - A draft curriculum for mandatory entrylevel training (MELT) for Class A drivers in Ontario will ensure that all prospective Class A drivers acquire adequate basic competency in all critical areas of safe vehicle operation while improving skills development for new drivers, says the Ontario Trucking Association. In a letter this week to the Ministry of Transportation’s Program Development & Evaluation Branch, OTA says the draft standard’s proposal to require 103.5 minimum hours of instruction before being permitted to take a road test - with 58 hours of “hands on the wheel” one-on-one driver training - establishes a new bar for effective learning compared to the current

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situation where so-called “licence mills” are known to ‘graduate’ driving students through training institutions in 24 hours or less. “Coupled with new road and written examinations, the MELT Standard will significantly raise the competency of Class A drivers at a very early point in their occupation,” wrote OTA President David Bradley. “This is in contrast to the historical reality of some drivers acquiring minimal to virtually no occupational competency before seeking employment in the industry. Establishment of the competency base embedded in the MELT standard will allow motor carriers to provide on-the-job experience that builds each driver’s competency to the level required for occupa-

tional success.” The final MELT standard, which OTA calls “extensive and relevant”, is expected to be released in July. It will replace the current MTO Driver Certification Program (DCP) Training Standard and the Ministry

Classroom and practical training content, and the hours allocated to each specific section, are based on input from subject matter experts from the carrier, training and insurance fields. OTA has been a driving

Industry experts from carrier, training and insurance fields helped create standard. of Training, Colleges & Universities’ (MTCU) 2010 Tractor-Trailer (AZ) Driver Standard.

force behind the introduction of MELT with the goal to raise the quality of entry level candidates entering

the trucking sector. An OTA member committee comprised of over two dozen carriers played a significant role in providing content for the draft standard. “As employers, OTA carriers have been concerned over the lack of consistency in terms of the competencies possessed by newly-licensed Class A drivers,” says Bradley. “As customers of the training institutions, they have also been concerned over the inconsistent standards of training provided those institutions. The lack of a MELT Standard also perpetuated the perception that truck driving is a lowskill occupation - something the industry must overcome if it is to resolve the long-term, chronic shortage of drivers.” OTA will continue to

work with MTO to address remaining issues integral to the MELT Standard such as a standardized record of training, instructor requirements, jurisdictional reciprocity, advanced standing, vehicle configuration, etc. OTA is also willing to work with other Ministries and industry groups in setting standards for the Private Career Colleges who deliver comparable training and will also be subject to MELT requirements. OTA will be covering MELT at its much anticipated Council Summit in Toronto on June 22. Everything carriers need to know about the upcoming new standard - as well as a bevy of other issues related to operations, labour, border policy and cargo crime - will be presented in detail at the summit.

KEEPING YOUR VEHICLES CLEAN

Truck Washing Problems From Truck World

BY JACK JACKSON

e recently visited prospects after a tremendous amount of leads from the Truck World tradeshow last month in Toronto. Truck companies are really thinking about how to wash in this ecologically and economically challenged world. There are various issues on what is needed in today’s world for washing trucks and trailers, and what really makes common sense. Scenario one is a truck wash stop in north Toronto that is really an independent truck repair outfit with an afterthought truck wash attached. The truck wash business has outgrown the repair shop with twice the number of employees. The day we arrived to help find a solution for their managers and customers, 13 wash employees were buzzing around a 100’ x 25’ wash bay soaping, spraying, cleaning and scrubbing trucks. It was

mass chaos in the most organized way. However, just think of managing 13 wash employees every day with a line of trucks, nonstop, around your property, waiting to get washed. Of course this can be profitable, with the right conditions, every day. Weather must co-operate. Not many people choose to wash in the rain, snow or freezing cold temperatures. So, how on the one hand do you eliminate the peaks and valleys of needing 13 employees one day and still can’t keep up, and on the other hand not need one single employee the next day when it is pouring rain? The answer is automation. This truck wash must realize that the only way to satisfy customers, employees and its bottom line is automating. However, there are many limitations that the property, building and budget have. Hopefully our solution will be accepted, so stay tuned for the update on this scenario. Scenario two has one of the world’s largest companies needing a trailer wash solution. This company completely rebranded itself and re-painted every trailer in its fleet (over 160 at this location). Now, they are looking to enhance their image even further with shiny and clean trail-

ers. How do they do this? The mobile spray company already told them it is impossible on the single day they are allowed on site (Sundays) to wash the whole fleet. In fact, it would take about 3 months to wash every trailer in the yard at least one time, the proper way, by scrubbing with a brush. This company then de-

cided to move forward and build their own fully automated truck wash with drive through building. When the cost of the new building and equipment surpassed $900,000.00, they knew it would soon reach $1 million. There was no way their head office in another country would allow such a capital expense, yet they were told

all trailers must be washed on a regular basis. As you know, if you are a true manager in your business you want to bring your bosses a solution, not a problem to the issue you were given. So, we keep digging to help them solve their issue of regular cleaning on a small budget. There are many creative solutions where a mix of

automation and human capital can meet the demands. Stay tuned for their results. Jack Jackson is President of Awash (Eco Wash) Systems Corp. Email: jjackson@awashystems.com or call 1.800.265.7405. Visit our website www. awashsystems.com. North America’s leader in Fleet Washing Solutions.

TRUCKPRO

Coverage Across NA

ruckPro is proud to announce the extension of its warranty program, now available throughout North America! A Canadian first for a network of heavy vehicle service centres! TruckPro customers can now take advantage of an extensive network of over 1,100 centres located across Canada and the United States. PEACE OF MIND Any customer who requires repair work under warranty and who can-

not return to his original TruckPro service centre (i.e. the service centre that completed the original repair) will be able to visit another TruckPro service centre, or any participating NAPA heavy vehicle service centre in the US, to have warranted repairs performed. For more information and to locate the closest participating service centre, call the TruckPro Warranty Centre at 866.706.7770 of visit www.truckpro.ca.

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ASK THE AXLE EXPERT

Disc Brake Caliper Maintenance

BY RUDY WOSING

ver the past several months I have come across many fleets that have the impression that disc brakes on trucks and trailers are maintenance free. This can be a very costly mistake as your disc brakes have mechanical and moving parts that need to be maintained. Recommended practices advise that you should be taking a look at the state of your brake pads and rotors every 5,000 kilometres with your wheels

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mounted, and then after 12 months with the wheels removed. Some people like to go a little longer but a good rule of thumb is to check that stuff out every 5,000 kilometres to prevent any future issues. Alignment of your axle should be checked every 32,000 kilometres (about 3 months). In that interval, it’s also good to take a look at the brake pad thickness. That will help identify if any seizing is happening with the calipers or not. From there, at every 75,000 kilometres (about 6 months), be sure to perform a thorough inspection of the entire disc brake unit itself. There’s nothing worse than taking a shortcut to save a buck and end up spending even more on fixing a problem that could have been prevented with a quick check-up. It is also important to know when you need to in-

spect certain points of your axles, and if you need your wheels mounted or not. The following are a few examples of what needs to be inspected every 12 months: plugs and protective caps (wheels removed), thrust plate and guide pins (wheel removed), and the actuator or spring brake interface to the caliper with the wheels removed. This will ensure no water ingress to the caliper’s internal mechanism. These tips help make certain both you and your truck are safe. Please be sure to review your vehicles maintenance recommendations as these are just guidelines. Again, you want to prevent anything unwanted from happening while on the road. For more information please call 519.650.0303 or send an email to rwosing@ imtcorporation.com or visit our website at www. imtcorporation.com.

EDITORIAL

Have You Got One Of These In Your Tool Box? BY MIKE WHALEN

estern Star Tr u c k S a l e s , Inc., has announced its new Extreme Duty (XD) Off-road package and the launch of the MBT-40 Transformer chassis, an off-road product that competes in the articulated and ridged frame markets. The Western Star XD Off-road package is engineered specifically for extremely rugged environments and is available on both the 4900 and 6900 models. Vehicles spec’d with the XD Off-road package deliver maximum driver safety and comfort while providing customers with a low cost per

ton product for off-road applications. Western Star plans to open the XD Offroad package up to other models in the future. The 6900XD Off-road M B T- 4 0 , d u b b e d t h e Multi-Body Transformer for its ability to quickly change from one fully functional in cab controlled body application to another, is the first XD Off-road series offering from Western Star and a new concept for off-road equipment markets. Using a PALFINGER G68 hook-lift which has a lifting capacity of 68,000lbs and a new transformer p a c k a g e, t h e M B T- 4 0 gives customers greater utilization of their chassis.

It is designed to replace the need for having multiple pieces of dedicated off-road equipment on a job site that sit for long periods of time when they are not needed. With this new product, extremely complex and heavy capacity bodies can be changed over and back to work quickly and easily. “The MBT-40 package is a game changer in construction applications for its ability to be multiple pieces of equipment in one chassis,” said John Tomlinson, XD and Vocational Sales Manager, Western Star. “The development of this platform was all about finding better economic ways of

filling needs for our customers. Off-road chassis equipment can be expensive to buy and maintain and new emissions levels are making the investment even more costly.” Continued Tomlinson: “By maximizing the operation time, customers can have the equipment they need always for when it is required. Mining, quarry and off-road construction industries are looking for better solutions right now and we have the answers for them with this new product.” “Working with Western Star on this open platform concept product has been great. CARCO Industries is very experienced

in mining and off-road fuel and service products along with carrying the PALFINGER crane lines,” said Charlie Schimmels, Sales Manager, CARCO Industries. “This combination of experience and product along with the rugged design and carrying capacity of the XD40 Off-road chassis offered by Western Star makes the MBT-40 package a

very unique product. With commodity prices down and budget cuts becoming common place we need to think smarter about how we do business and the MBT-40 does that.” The 6900XD is available in both 6x4 and 6x6 configurations. For more information about the MBT-40 visit www.westernstartrucks. com.

SPEC & TECH

A monthly look at products & maintenance procedures for improved performance, reduced operating costs & safe operations. BY MIKE WHALEN

New LED reverse light stronger light to illuminate the trailer and the area around the trailer. This new side view mirror kit is perfect for illuminating the places normal reverse lights don’t reach, making reversing into difficult corners or unlit areas such as loading docks and construction sites a breeze. Utilizing the Model 4415 LED work light with a spot beam pattern, this new kit is intended to be mounted on the side mirrors or forward of the driver with the shroud (snoot) oriented to block the light from the driver/operator’s eyes, providing maximum visibility rearward. The kit includes two lights, with a shroud mounted in right-hand and left-hand orientations. For more information visit www.jwspeaker.com ••• Cummins to develop a plug-in hybrid that reduces fuel use by 50% ummins has announced the company was awarded a $4.5 mil-

lion grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to develop a Class 6 commercial plug-in hybrid electric vehicle that can reduce fuel consumption by at least 50 percent over conventional Class 6 vehicles. When fully loaded, Class 6 vehicles weigh between approximately 19,000 and 26,000 pounds and typical examples include school buses or single axle work trucks. With their expertise in internal combustion engines and related products, Cummins researchers will optimize the powertrain by selecting the engine with the best architecture to use as an electric commercial vehicle range extender, using the engine to manage the charge level of the all-electric drive battery pack. The range extender will be integrated, using advanced vehicle controls, with the electrified powertrain and other applicable technologies. Cummins is partnering with PACCAR on the project, and representatives from The Ohio State University, National Renew-

able Energy Laboratory and Argonne National Laboratory. For more information visit www.cummins.com ••• Bio fuel use growing

orth America’s top fleets have reported their number one choice for greening their fleet operations, and that choice is biodiesel. According to a 2016 Fleet Purchasing Outlook study conducted by NTEA Ð The Association for the Work Truck Industry Ð biodiesel is now the most commonly used alternative fuel option on the market. Survey data shows 18 percent of fleets use biodiesel now Ð up from 15 percent in 2015. And in terms of future alternative fuel interest, biodiesel also takes top honors, with more fleets planning to acquire or continue using biodiesel than any other alternative fuel option. For more information visit www.mybioheat.com Look for more bio-fuel news in the Spec & Tech section of future issues. •••

Meritor Introduces new lightweight front-steer axle eritor announced at the Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) 2016 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition the launch of a lighterweight, front-steer axle with the recognized performance of the company’s MFS series that is easier to maintain. “With integrated components and an optimized design to reduce weight, the Meritor Front Steer axleª (MFS+) represents the next step in the evolution of our front-steer axle offering,” said Chris Villavarayan, president, Americas for Meritor. The MFS+ saves up to 85 pounds from the current offering due to a new gooseneck beam design, and an offset knuckle with integrated torque plate and tie-rod arms. The new design also reduces space constraints for easier access by technicians. The MFS+ is designed for mounting each brake at “12-o’clock” for

easy removal. “ T h e s y s t e m ’s l o w profile design improves overall packaging to simplify integration into the chassis,” Villavarayan said. “The MFS+ also offers high-angle turning capacity up to 55 degrees and universal compatibility with braking systems.” The new axle is available in standard and wide track and has a gross axle weight rating (GAWR) between 12,000 and 13,200 pounds. For more information visit www.Meritor.com ••• HDA Truck Pride joint venture with AAPA resident/CEO of HDA Truck Pride and John R. Washbish, President/ CEO of Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance (AAPA) announced the creation of the Aftermarket Distributors Alliance, LLC (ADA) at a news conference during HDA Truck Pride’s annual meeting. Both HDA Truck Pride and AAPA are the largest independent program groups in their respective market segments. The new entity

will be equally owned by HDA Truck Pride and AAPA and was created to stimulate the growth and success of both groups. “For years the aftermarket practitioners have arbitrarily partitioned their businesses by vehicle types or market segments, such as truck parts or collision parts or performance parts,” said Reimondo. “While that may have made sense in the past, both John and I propose that updating business practices and introducing technology to look holistically at the parts distribution business makes sense as we move towards the future.” Washbish agreed, “Increasingly we see both national accounts and fleets that are looking to consolidate their sourcing and seeking suppliers that can connect with them electronically. The combined resources of AAPA and HDA Truck Pride can deliver just that.” Visit www.hdatruckpride.com & www.alliance1.com

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NORTHERN ONTARIO

Company Builds Vehicles Unique To the Rigours of the Mining Industry SUDBURY >> any available showroom vehicles, says company spokesman, Peter Villgren. The UT99 is multipurpose. While mainly used for transporting miners underground it is easily reconfigured to function as a mechanic’s truck with on board toolboxes, cranes and lifting platforms to meet the various requirements of underground mining. One of those requirements is portability. Like deconstructing a puzzle, this vehicle can be virtually disassembled piece by piece, including the chassis, to fit in the confined space of an elevator shaft so it can be transported from surface to underground. (The chassis is bolted together allowing for easy disassembly.) Built for the rigours of

hard rock mining, all body material is three times thicker than the steel on a regular pickup truck, thereby minimizing rust and dents. The vehicle’s rear box, when not used for tools, can be converted to additional passenger seating of up to six persons with the installation of benches. Similarly, a rear personnel carrier option can be installed to provide covered passenger seating when required in certain underground conditions. Toolboxes, lube oil tanks with hose reels equipped with welders, torches, crane hose crimping equipment, are some options made possible with this modular designed vehicle. The rear box, too, can be replaced with a flat deck option for large loads, or used as a base to mount various types of man lifts,

also known as aerial boom packages. Again, no cutting or welding is needed. Though possible to reconfigure designs in underground environments, clients usually order the UT99 for a specific purpose. “The effort to change these configurations is time consuming. Although it can be done, the mine usually orders the UT99 for the purpose required, so they do not typically get changed on site,” explained Peter Villgren. The vehicle is equipped with a 99 hp Cummins four cylinder engine, and standard payload capacity is 2,000 pounds, but this too can be increased with suspension upgrades. Customers can expect an eight week lead time for the vehicle to be manufactured and spec’d at Minecat’s production facility.

Minecat’s other groundbreaking innovation is the EMV. Peter Villgren says this electric iteration is as tough and dependable as its diesel counterpart. Standard equipment on the EMV includes fire extinguisher, regenerative energy gauge, driver efficiency calculator, ammeter, speedometer, hourmeter, back-up alarm, horn, emergency stop button, electronic throttle, neutral safety switch, laminated safety glass, and windshield wipers. Like the UT99, the EMV offers the same range of functions, but with the environmental advantage of zero emissions, particularly important in underground conditions. The running gear is the same as its diesel UT99 counterpart, using proven industrial axles with

fully enclosed failsafe wet disc brakes. The mining grade suspension features heavy duty gas shocks and springs, providing the operator and passengers with a smooth ride in the roughest of conditions. Peter Villgren describes the recharging process as relatively easy, requiring 3 to 4 hours. The battery pack uses environmentally friendly Lithium Iron Phosphate cells which are 100% recyclable. The battery assembly resides under the hood in place of the diesel engine and the onboard charger goes in place of the fuel tank. And depending on work conditions such as ramp grade, the EMV can run for 8 to 10 hours before recharging. Not surprisingly, many prospective clients are interested in the environmental benefits of the EMV, but budget-

ary considerations take precedence in this slow market. Asked about other challenges, Villgren noted the shortage of engineers and mechanics that specialize in the design and construction of such vehicles, and the long timelines for the delivery of some parts and components. Minecat was incorporated in 2000 as a manufacturer of underground utility vehicles. It has grown to include the manufacture of the UT99, the MC-100, the EMV and the FL6000 and FL8000 forklifts for underground use. A professional team of engineers and designers is available to custom build specialized equipment for the mining industry. Contact Minecat at www.minecat.com or call 705.523.1621.

GFL ENVIRONMENTAL INC.

Waste Management Company Embraces Technology to Meet Diverse Customer Needs BY MARSHA GUY

FL (Green for Life) Environmental Inc., comprised of a Solid Waste Haulage Division, a Solid Waste Transfer Division, a Liquid Waste Division, and GFL Excavating Corp., is a privately-owned, fullyintegrated solid and liquid waste management company that has been involved in the collection

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and processing of waste from coast-to-coast since incorporation in 2007. GFL is one of the largest solid waste and recycling service providers in Canada, proudly employing over 3,000 individuals across the country. At GFL our waste management programs include but are not limited to, industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI),

municipal, and residential solid and recycling wastes. The transport, treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous/ non-hazardous liquids and solids are conducted at our state of the art facilities. A list of some of the many streams we deal with includes: contaminated soils, laundry, acid and alkaline wastes, used oils and spent fuels,

interceptor wastes, used oil filters, parts washer and spray gun cleaners, used anti-freeze, and paint sludges. We also provide high-quality commercial and industrial grade parts washers with innovative, cost-effective service plans. In fact, we can handle any liquid/solid and related waste stream including emergency spill response and cleanup. At GFL we believe that the best approach to providing first-rate waste management service is to establish local operations, managed by professionals living and working in the communities we serve. We strive to provide service excellence for those communities that place their trust in GFL by putting our customers first. We utilize new vehicle fleets,

modernized technology, experienced management, and highly trained staff to meet the needs of our customers in a cost effective and environmentally compatible manner. At GFL, we are committed to building our company and reputation by attaining the highest service standards, by protecting the environment, and by making a positive contribution in the communities where we live and work. We believe customer satisfaction will determine our future existence. Therefore, we encourage our staff to be vigilant and cognizant of the present and future needs of our customers and we make every effort to acquire and maintain the technology necessary to ensure we can continually provide

the innovative, cost effective, and high quality of service our clients deserve. We strive to ensure that GFL is a company that acts safely and responsibly at all times and in all places, with zero tolerance for conduct that puts our people, our customers, and the people in the communities we serve at risk. At GFL Environmental, safety is more than a program; it is a core value of our company. The company is equally committed to improving the environment for the future of the communities we live in and serve. GFL Environmental Inc.’s corporate head office is located at 125 Villarboit Crescent, Vaughan, Ontario, L4K 4K2. Our website can be found at www. gflenv.com.

VOCATIONAL

TUCK ROUTES

Wiltsie Truck Bodies A Unique Find In Southern Ontario

BY AL TUCKER

ver many years of travel across Canada, my favourite ‘ports of call’ have been associated with the Final Stage manufacturers of Vocational Work Trucks. Around 60% of all OEM chassis end up in this latter category.

Most recently, I noticed that there was a new face on Highway #3, at the western outskirts of Aylmer, Ontario. To be more precise, I was pleased to note that there had been a professional ‘Facelift’ to the building that houses one of Ontario’s oldest Vocational Truck Body manufacturers. The business, started by Frank and Dora Wiltsie, has been known as Wiltsie Truck Bodies for close to 70 years. I just had to pull off the highway to pay them a visit. It was determined that the company is registered with Transport Canada’s Road Safety Group as a ‘National Safety Mark (NSM #913) Up-fitter’. Wiltsie is qualified to offer

a wide range of services for incomplete truck chassis such as final stage and intermediate stage - body and equipment installs, including GAWR/GVWR increases, and a Vehicle Alterer designation for GAWR/GVWR increases. To view TC registered manufacturers, go to wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/safsec-sur/7/vmrtc-cvaetc/ Search-Recherche. aspx?lang=eng. Wiltsie is typical of a s m a l l / m e d i u m Tr u c k Body business in Canada, and their family tradition continues. Management duties are shared these days between cousins Brad and Aaron Wiltsie. With around 100 dump bodies installed each year, along with van bod-

ies, flat decks and custom units, it’s fair to say that with their team of 25 dedicated employees, experience ‘Trumps’ size every time! In discussing the day to day challenges with Brad, he confided that they have pretty much maxed-out their facility and an expansion might be needed to take on more business. As is the case in many shops in this business, the Paint Booth is often a factor in meeting a customer’s delivery expectations. Presently they are limited to handling about one unit a day and there is usually a line up waiting for those final finishing touches. Another tradition in this business has been to

fabricate/manufacture as much as possible inhouse. At Wiltsie this is no exception. One particular specialty here is custom designed tool boxes. The installation and replacement of Pintle Hooks, fifth wheels and hydraulic cylinders along with a variety of related repairs round out their many shop services. On the sales side of the business, the focus is primarily on their core truck equipment business supported by an experienced replacement parts department. Sales Manager Brad Bass is Wiltsie’s familiar face at most truck chassis dealerships in South Western Ontario. Building lasting, long-term relationships with new truck

sales managers and their sales representatives at the dealership level is essential for repeat business in the truck equipment installation world. The other nice thing about a small town business is their connectivity with the local community. Wiltsie’s sponsorships of Kettle Valley Pioneers, Catfish Creek Conservation Authority, B.A.D. Girls Hockey and Aylmer Minor Hockey demonstrate their commitment and at the same time nurtures ‘word of mouth’ advertising. So, next time you encounter one of those hulking hard-working dump trucks, look for that Wiltsie Label/ Logo near the front corner of the body.

KENWORTH

New Video Starring Kenworth’s Flagship Vocational Truck the T880

irkland, Washington - Kenworth has released an informative, 7-1/2-minute video on the award-winning Kenworth T880, the industry’s leading vocational truck. Named the 2015 Truck of the Year by the American Truck Dealers (ATD), the Kenworth T880 exemplifies Kenworth’s long-time core values of quality, innovation and technology in producing The World’s Best(R) trucks. Day in and day out, the durable T880 is a dependable, versatile truck capable of performing the toughest jobs productively and efficiently. The new video features T880 dump, mixer, wrecker, heavy hauler, logger and refuse trucks in action going up steep grades, in the rain, and on- and offroad. Watch the video on the T880 section of Ken-

worth’s website (www. kenworth.com/trucks/ t880), and also under the Kenworth YouTube site (www.youtube.com/ watch?v=WY79QlnTUxQ). The T880 is standard with the PACCAR MX13 engine rated up to 500 hp and 1,850 lb-ft of torque. The PACCAR MX13 provides a lightweight, fuel-efficient engine for

vocational applications, including dumps and heavy haul applications over 100,000 lbs. The T880 also is available with the new PACCAR MX-11 engine with up to 430 hp and 1,550 lb-ft of torque. The 10.8-liter engine is 400 pounds lighter than 13-liter engines and provides truck operators with enhanced payload cap-

acity and fuel economy. The video includes information on the Eaton UltraShift(R) Plus transmission - available on the T880 - which offers Hill Start Aid, creep modes, auto neutral, and engine and clutch over speed protection. UltraShift Plus transmissions employ grade sensing, weight computation and driver

throttle commands for reliability and performance during launch and shift decisions. In addition, the video explores the Kenworth T880’s offering of lightweight, factoryinstalled lift axles and suspension options. The video also focuses on important driver comfort features. The quiet, 2.1-meter lightweight and

robotically assembled aluminum cab provides a spacious 23 inches of room between the seats. The Kenworth proprietary air suspension seats automatically adjust to the driver’s weight. Drivers also benefit from the panoramic windshield, best in class complex reflector headlamps, air-assisted hydraulic clutch, and an ergonomic dash panel that is easy to read and use. In addition to its day cab configuration, the T880 is available with 52-inch and 76-inch mid-roof sleepers, along with a new 40-inch sleeper. To see more Kenworth videos, visit and subscribe to the Kenworth YouTube Channel (www.youtube. com/KenworthTruckCo). 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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E.M. CUMMINGS TRUCKING INC.

New Brunswick Company Provides Variety of Forestry Services

BY GEORGE FULLERTON

hile E.M. Cummings Trucking Inc. focuses its log transport activities throughout western New Brunswick and northern Maine, the business also operates a large pile down wood yard, contracts some harvesting on private woodlots, contracts log slashers to local mills, and forwards logs on harvest operations. Eric Cummings is the founder and operations manager of the business, although he quickly defers to his wife Sheila who is the office and business manager, and his son Alex who increasingly is assuming more of the operations and management responsibilities. The Cummings operate eight of their own trucks, have six owner-operator trucks permanently hired, and when needed hire additional operators to move wood. The operation includes three log slashers with individual knuckle boom loaders, two truck mounted log loaders for in-forest loading, and a John Deere log forwarder; these, in addition to a handful of support vehicles and equipment. The Cummings operation is centered at Meductic, New Brunswick, about half way between the town of Woodstock and the mill town of Nackawic. Travelers on the Trans-Canada will recognize the operation by a sprawling wood yard and a closed road as it bulges

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with piled down logs and tree length wood. The Cummings live nearby and operate a truck and trailer repair shop adjacent to their home. Eric began his trucking career working alongside his father, Burdette, who owned a truck and hauled forest products for local woodlot owners. As he came of age Eric bought his own tandem log truck and began hauling to regional mills. As his business grew, Eric added another tandem log truck and hired a driver. “When operating the two tandem trucks, I would load one truck in the woods and then drive it out to meet the empty truck coming back from the mill. I would switch with the driver and take the empty truck back in the woods to load it up. I built a garage back then so I could do my own maintenance, and on stormy days we could get both trucks and the loader inside to work on them. Now we have tractors and trailers and so the garage is way too small,” he said. Today, the Cummings trucking operation delivers wood as logs, tree sections or tree length. It puts a lot of effort into finding backhauls of wood products, whenever and wherever possible. Currently the trucking operation feeds wood to more than a half dozen major mills, primarily in a one hundred and fifty mile radius of their base in Meductic. As business grew over the years Eric kept adding trucks and making the switch to tractor trailers while building up the oper-

ation, initially servicing private woodlot producers and contractors. Like a lot of businesses the global recession, beginning in 2008, had

a major impact on the Cummings’ trucking operation since many mills in the region shut down for extended periods and a number closed their doors forever.

“Our business traditionally had been 90% on the private side and about 10% for the Nackawic mill. When the downturn hit the forest industry, operations on private land nearly came to a full stop. Fortunately for us, Nackawic mill had recently restarted and they were looking to replace a number of contractors which had left after they shut down. Very quickly our operations went from 90% private to 90% industrial,” explained Eric. The current split is more like 60% industrial and 40% private woodlot and private contractors. Cummings expanded his business enterprises in 2014 with the purchase of a John Deere 14 tonne log forwarder and contracted it with AV Nackawic woodland operations. “The forwarding contract means we have a better opportunity to schedule work for our trucks. We know how much wood the forwarder is getting to roadside, so then we can assign loaders and trucks to haul that wood and integrate it with the other work we have underway,” Eric said. The company almost exclusively buys used trucks, primarily Freightliners and Internationals, and then invests in some overhauls and puts them to work. Eric relies on Va l l ey E qu ipm e n t in Hartland for Freightliner support and Richwill Truck Centre in Woodstock for International truck parts. He also keeps salesmen at both dealerships on the lookout for good deals on used trucks. Eric pointed out that they also rely on Parts for Trucks and Traction Truck Parts in Fred-

ericton, New Brunswick, for parts and supplies. “Usually, we buy used or repossessed heavy spec trucks, and we will most often put $5,000 to $10,000 in repairs and rebuilds, and they will make a pretty good truck. I like pre 2007 trucks so we avoid some pollution equipment problems, although we have added a 2014 model this winter. We are pretty fond of Cummins engines, 46,000 rear ends, eighteen speeds and four way lock differentials.” The Cummings continue to operate their own repair shop, which has become rather cramped since the days when the operation had just two tandem trucks. The shop operates with a combination of full time and part time mechanics. While a new 10,000 square foot, steel framed garage will be built in the wood yard this summer; Eric said that having their own repair shop is critical to keeping the operation running smoothly. “Without question, our shop is very important. We do major engine and drive line overhauls, but just as importantly, it is there for little things like air leaks or electrical problems that can be fixed very quickly and the truck put back to work. If the truck had to go to an outside shop it would be down for an extended period. There is also the cost factor for shop rates, which certainly add up over time,” Eric continued. E.M. Cummings has two way radios in their own trucks, equipment and hired trucks which have been a major benefit for logistics and other business needs since cell phone service in the woods is often sketchy. For trailers, Eric is a fan of BWS products which CUMMINGS >>

VOCATIONAL

CONTINENTAL

New Rubber Track for Toughest Applications

anover, Germany Robust and highperformance: Continental Trackman is a world-leading brand of rubber tracks for the agricultural and construction sectors. ContiTech is now launching a re-designed rubber track to the market, Trackman XP. This product is designed as a positive drive track, and has been specially adapted to the requirements of the off-highway sector. Not only does it reduce vibrations and improve the ride comfort, the developers have also increased the service life once again. Trackman XP rubber tracks feature a high-performance structure with

positive-locking drive lugs. “The rubber tracks are built with a special anti-vibration technology that reduces vibrations and thus increases the driver ’s comfort, particularly when pulling heavy loads,” said Rob Schultz, Product Manager for Rubber Tracks. “In addition, the optimized rubber compound of the treads ensures low wear and offers protection against damage.” The new product is constructed with Maxxtuff, a trademarked process that includes several layers with a great density of steel cords. As a result,

Trackman XP now has the highest concentration of steel cords on the market. And to complement this, the patented Armorlug technology ensures a longer service life. “In this technology,

Rubber tracks from Continental are the solution to your track needs in the construction industry. we use two layers of a

reinforced fabric ply without overlaps or adhesion,”

s a y s Schultz. “The fabric strengthens all four

sides of the drive lugs, and stretches into the carcass in order to ensure additional protection. In addition, the Trackman XP is the rubber track with the highest corrosion resistance on the market thanks to its patented zinc-coated cord.” R u b b e r Tr a c k s for Cost-Effective Solutions Rubber tracks are designed to work on both positive and friction drive agricultural and construction equipment. Compared with wheels, they distribute

the weight of the equipment more evenly across a larger surface to prevent soil compaction. Continental Trackman rubber tracks are constructed with the largest of equipment and toughest of applications in mind. Even at drive capacities of over 500 hp, they offer extreme traction on soft, pliable soils, while their high abrasion resistance and long service life are impressive, even in the most difficult of conditions. The Trackman rubber tracks consume less energy than other track variants, forming the basis for complete economic solutions that are profitable throughout the entire operating life.

ALKANE TRUCK

Alkane Propane Powered Class 7 Truck

or customers that previously needed a Class 7 truck (26,001-33,000 GVW), the Propane industry seemed void when competing against CNG. But with the launch of the Alkane platform, the field has been leveled and there are several factors when considering this vehicle. Do you need horsepower combined with better fuel economy than CNG? Do

you have heavy-hauling needs such as a beverage distributor or delivery company? Propane is about as equivalent as you can get to diesel at a fraction of the fuel costs. Alkane Truck based in Myrtle Beach, S.C., is assembling the ve-

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ing operations, but they do raise the tare weight by a considerable amount, and consequently cut the payload. Self loaders also require the drivers to have loader operating skills which complicates an already scant supply of forestry - experienced truck drivers. Cummings currently has one truck with a centre mounted trailer loader hired in the operation. Eric relates that success of the business is a direct reflection of the quality of the employees. “We have been very fortunate with regards to hiring and retaining good

are manufactured just an hour up river at Centreville. He points out they are built strong and are a proven and reliable product. Because Cummings delivers to lot mills in the State of Maine, the fleet is entirely tri-axle clusters which meet Maine’s regulations. In order to maximize payload, Eric relies on truck mounted Prentice loaders for in woods loading. The slashers also fill in for truck loading in the wood yard. Trailer mounted loaders offer certain convenience to log truck-

drivers and workers. We have employees that have been working with us for twenty years.” Eric relates that when he needs to find a new driver, he is looking for a very unique set of qualifications. “Driving in the woods has so many challenges and demands on drivers that you can’t even begin to compare it to typical highway driving. We see new challenges every day and we just figure them out and the wood keeps moving.” Cummings says it requires a special set of skills, a special work ethic, and a special attitude to truck

out of the woods. While the business is diverse and dispersed, which results in a good deal of potential for stress, Eric remains very relaxed and confident that things are working along as planned. “Sheila and I would have scaled down our operation some time ago, but our son Alex has come into the business, and he seems to like it a lot.” Eric continued: “Alex started out in Engineering at UNB, after high school, but soon figured out he was not interested in the field, so he made the decision to withdraw

hicles at its Summerville, S.C., facility and it has trucks available now through a network of nationwide dealers. The Power Solutions International 8.8 L engine and Allison transmission delivers a Class 7 cab-over truck delivering the same torque at 1,500 rpms as comparable diesel

engines at a fraction of the cost of operation according to the company. Vi s i t u s a t w w w. a l k a n e t r u c k c o m p a n y. com.

and came to work with us. He grew up around the business and has had his hands in everything, so we put him in with an experienced driver and after a few weeks he got his Class 1 license. He got his license in the afternoon and headed right into the woods the same evening to haul his first solo load. He has now been driving for eight years and takes on more and more management responsibilities all the time, which is a key part of the business.” While Eric is responsible for the major business decisions, he typically handles the decisions

from the operator seat of his Prentice log loader. One might think managing the business and putting in long days in the loader might sufficiently occupy his time, but Eric confesses that his truck driver side is not buried very deep. “Once in a while, on a Sunday morning, I will put on a load of hardwood and take it to the Woodland (Maine) mill, just for a change from loading and keeping track of trucks and other gear. It is kind of relaxing and blows the cobwebs out before the next week starts.”

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KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY

New Kenworth T880 Brochure Now Available

irkland, Washington - Kenworth has published a new Kenworth T880 brochure with the latest, comprehensive information on the company’s popular flagship vocational truck. Kenworth has rolled out new configurations and product enhancements for the T880 since it debuted three years ago. Originally launched as a day cab, the Kenworth T880 is now available with 52inch and 76-inch mid-roof sleepers, along with a new 40-inch sleeper. The T880 provides a durable, reliable and productive truck for vocational fleets and truck operators in bulk haul, mixer, dump, heavy haul, oilfield, logging and refuse applications.

The 34-page Kenworth T880 brochure also features the PACCAR MX-13 engine and the new PACCAR MX-11 engine. The T880 is standard with the PACCAR MX-13 engine rated up to 500hp and 1,850 lb-ft of torque. The 12.9-liter engine provides a lightweight, fuel-efficient engine for vocational applications, including dumps and heavy haul applications over 100,000 pounds. The PACCAR MX-11 engine produces up to 430 hp and 1,550 lb-ft of torque, and is especially for vocational and regional haul customers operating in weightsensitive applications. The PACCAR MX-11 engine is 400 pounds lighter

than 13-liter engines and nearly 100 pounds lighter than other 11-liter engines for enhanced fuel economy and payload capacity.

drivers. Kenworth TruckTech+, Kenworth Driver Performance Technology, Kenworth

The engine also offers optimum performance, industry-leading reliability and durability, and a quiet operating environment for

Nav+ HD system, interior colors and options, and Kenworth seats with superior comfort, adjustability, ride suspension and personal climate control

also are featured in the T880 brochure. Detailed specifications on engine/ powertrain, exhaust/ aftertreament system, transmission options, electrical, starting and charging, frame, axles and suspension, brakes, wheels/tires, fuel tanks, battery boxes, bumpers, cab/hood/interior, and special equipment and options are included. The Kenworth T880 Brochure is available from Kenworth dealers in the United States and Canada or online (www.kenworth.com/ media/52924/t880brochure-0316.pdf). More information on the T880 is also available (www.kenworth.com/trucks/t880. aspx). The Kenworth T880 vocational truck with the

PACCAR MX-13 engine received 2015 Truck of the Year honors from the American Truck Dealers (ATD). In addition, the new Kenworth T880 video is available by clicking Watch the Video on the T880 section of Kenworth’s website (www.kenworth.com/ trucks/t880) or on YouTube (www.youtube.com/ watch?v=WY79QlnTUxQ). To see more Kenworth videos, visit and subscribe to the Kenworth YouTube Channel (www.youtube. com/KenworthTruckCo). Kenworth is the driver’s truck. See what drivers are saying at www.kenworth. com/drivers. 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.

MITCHELL 1

Mitchell Expands Integration of RepairConnect with NEXIQ Technologies

itchell 1 announces expanded integration of its RepairConnect software with NEXIQ Technologies™ eTechnician HD diagnostic application, giving truck technicians instant access to diagnostic fault related service information on a PC platform.

Mitchell 1 RepairConnect has been accessible to NEXIQ users since 2013. The latest integration extends access to the diagnostic information from the NEXIQ Technologies scan tool to a desktop computer. “We’re pleased to take the integration of RepairConnect with NEXIQ

to the next level with the introduction into the eTechnician HD PC-based platform,” said Scott DeGiorgio, General Manager of the commercial vehicle group for Mitchell 1. “Having this additional resource at their fingertips will give technicians another way to access the information they need

to repair trucks more efficiently and with more confidence, which is always our goal.” A technician using eTechnician HD can access RepairConnect and retrieve DTC-related service information, including: descriptions of trouble codes, related wiring diagrams, com-

ponent connector views, electrical component locations, testing procedures, removal and installation procedures and DTC-related specifications. RepairConnect anticipates the detailed information required to fix the vehicle based on the DTC and retrieves it in seconds. Service times

are shortened as no additional lookup of repair information is required to complete the service correctly. For more information, v i s i t w w w. m i t c h e l l 1 . com/truckseries, call 888.724.6742 or locate an independent sales consultant at www.mitchellrep.com.

TRP PARTS

TRP Introduces Fan Clutch Repair Kits

enton, Washington - Repair kits for some of today’s most widely used fan clutches are the latest additions to the TRP line of all-makes truck parts. The new TRP Fan Clutch Repair Kits include everything needed to rebuild Horton Drivemaster and DM Advantage on/off fan drives, the first-fit drives found in today’s North 26 June 2016

American heavy-duty trucks. For older S and HT/S clutches, rebuild and repair options from TRP include both super kits and seal kits. “Owner/operators and fleet managers want quality replacement parts for fan clutch repair,” said Bart Lore, General Marketing Manager for PACCAR Parts. “We’re now pleased to offer clutch re-

pair kits with the recognized quality and value of TRP.” Engineered to meet OEM standards, TRP kits include features such as double-row angularcontact sheave bearings, improved air cartridge seals, and long-lasting friction liners. With these enhancements, the kits provide greater

reliability and reduce maintenance frequency. “TRP Fan Clutch Repair Kits further expand the breadth of parts available at TRP dealers, providing our customers with one easy stop for reliable replacement parts with our renowned value,” said Mark Santschi, Product Marketing Manager for

PACCAR Parts. All TRP fan clutch repair products are field-tested with millions of hours of installed performance, and are backed with a one-year warranty. TRP retailers can quickly cross-reference the appropriate repair kit for each application. For more information visit TRPParts.com, or any authorized TRP retailer.

NEW PRODUCTS & SERVICES

SWITCHBOARD

Inexpensive Software for Fleet Operators that Saves Time & Money BY MICHAEL IP

n the age-old industry of trucking, one historically did not need anything but their truck to run loads and make money. However, the industry appears to be changing. With an ever growing focus on squeezing out efficiencies in logistics, people need to dial in their operations more tightly. Keeping your trucks loaded, drivers happy, and managing costs and revenues are complex tasks that only get more complicated as your fleet grows. Trucking software has traditionally been expensive and inaccessible for anyone other than large companies. Often these systems have to be customized and were only made for fleets that could pay huge sums of money. Although expensive, these companies realized that the software helped streamline their operations so that they could actually increase profit. But what about the smaller fleets? For fleets with

less than 75 trucks, these carriers cannot afford the larger and chunkier customized systems. There has not been a solution for these carriers who can benefit greatly from software to keep their operations running efficiently. Until now. There exist very inexpensive solutions for smaller fleets that provide GPS tracking, paperwork management, job dispatch, and record keeping. Take Switchboard (www. onswitchboard.com) for example. Switchboard provides the ability for carriers to maintain a digital copy of their jobs, as well as dispatch jobs with their drivers using a cell phone application. By using the newest software technologies, there is no need to install any equipment or hardware in the cab, which is why carriers do not have to fork out a large amount of money for tools that keep carriers’ operations smooth and efficient. Using newer software, carriers can speed up

the time to invoice their customer, and get paid quicker. Fleet managers or dispatchers no longer have to wait for drivers to return back to their office to drop off paperwork; newer applications provide drivers with the ability to capture paperwork using his or her smartphone cameras to send a clear paperwork scan back to the office instantly. Dispatchers are also constantly keeping tabs on their drivers to ensure that deliveries are made on time. Instead of spending money on expensive satellite hardware, there are mobile apps that take advantage of your mobile smartphone to provide location data. No longer do dispatchers have to constantly call, or purchase satellite hardware to keep track of their drivers while they’re on the road. Time and effort spent on managing office work is time that could have been spent finding better loads or customers. As your fleet grows, it also

From left to right: Sagar Malhi, Gursher Sidhu, Michael Ip, and Gaurav Sandhar. means more people having to be hired to manage the mountains of paperwork piling up. As we move forward, fleet operators have more access to tools that

help them keep on top of things, which saves money as well as time instantly as well as in the long run. Getting started now doesn’t have to cost you.

For more information contact Michael Ip by email at michael@onswitchboard.com, by phone at 778.960.2399 or visit www. onswitchboard.com.

NAVISTAR

International Offers Over-The-Air Programming For Cummins Engines

isle, Illinois - Building on its pioneering introduction of overthe-air (OTA) programming, International Truck is now the first truck OEM to offer OTA programming for Cummins engines. Over-the-air programming, available through the nine-pin International¨ LINK device, enables drivers or fleet managers to utilize a mobile interface to initiate engine programming at the customer’s facility over a safe, secure Wi-Fi Connection. The service offers drivers and fleets an easy, secure means of updating engine control modules to reflect

the latest manufacturerapproved calibrations, without the necessity of visiting a dealer or other service facility. “This new service for users of Cummins engines builds on our commitment to open-architecture solutions that provide drivers and fleets with improved uptime,” said Terry Kline, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Navistar, Inc. “Many of our customers have mixed fleets, and thanks to this industry-leading innovation, customers will be able to program Cummins’ engines without having to leave their own facilities.

This open-architecture approach will provide drivers and fleets with an added measure of ease, convenience, efficiency and productivity.” The service will first be available for limited production release of Cummins 2017 model year engines, beginning in fall 2016. The two companies plan to expand the service to additional model years. “We are pleased to be working with International to provide users of our engines with the latest in over-the-air solutions,” said Amy Boerger, Vice President of Sales for Cummins’ North America En-

gine Business. International was the first commercial vehicle manufacturer to introduce OTA programming of engine control modules (ECMs). It first offered the service for International¨ trucks

powered by its N9, N10 and N13 proprietary engines. The company partners with industry-leading data and technology companies to ensure that the system offers the highest level of security.

For additional information on Navistar go to www.Navistar.com. Follow Cummins on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ cummins and on YouTube at www.youtube.com/ cumminsinc.

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TIRES & WHEELS

Retread Still Offer The Best Alternative

BY HARVEY BRODSKY

hen I entered the retread universe many years ago I never dreamed I would see the advances that retreading has made during these past four decades. Back in the early seventies a retread was something a driver purchased

because he couldn’t afford a new tire. Retreads had a higher adjustment rate than comparable sized new tires, but they were cheap. Of course, back in those days even new tires were primitive compared to today’s tires. When I was a young man I considered myself fortunate if the tires on my car delivered 12,000 miles before they wore out. And I probably also suffered 3 or 4 flat tires during their life. Thanks to improvements in rubber chemistry and technology, tires today are vastly better than they were in the past, and that includes retreads. In fact, because of dramatic improvements in non-destructive testing methods,

including Shearography and X-rays, retreads produced in top quality retread plants actually have an adjustment rate as low, and very often lower, than comparable new tires. And, they are able to offer this at a far lower price than new tires. Although I am writing this in the U.S., the Retread Tire Association has members in more than 30 countries worldwide and prices will vary depending where you are reading this, but one thing is certain: the savings by using retreads will nearly always be at least 50% lower when compared to new tire prices for the same size tires. What do we have to look forward to from the retread

industry? This is where we come in. At RTA, our mission is to continually educate truckers, fleet managers, government agencies and other interested parties that one must never buy price instead of quality. The upfront cost is not as important as the overall cost of the tire during its entire life. This is why the buyer of a retread must insist on the best quality and why he must do his homework and learn more about the retreader he wants to do business with. He needs to ask for, and check, references of the customers of the retreader. He must insist on a warranty as good, or even better, than the best new

tire warranty. If possible he should visit the retreader’s factory and see for himself how much care goes into the retreading of a tire there. He must insist on seeing the retreader’s adjustment records. (Don’t let the retreader tell you he doesn’t keep adjustment records. They all do!) In summary, retreading is a healthy industry and retreads are here to stay. Retreaders will continue to prosper as long as they continue to produce the very best quality retreads they possibly can. The buyers are out there and as long as they can depend on retreads that are at least as trouble free as the best tier one new tires, they can save serious money. The message to every

retreader who reads this is you must put your heart and soul into what you do and you must not cut corners when you produce a retread. If you do, your competitors are ready to eat you for lunch and your customers will drop you like a hot potato! In fact, RTA has a free offer for you, our friends in the trucking and retread industries. We have produced a top quality “Retreading is Recycling” bumper sticker, and we’d like to send you one for free. We also have a round window version. If you believe in retreads and you want to spread the word, just email us at info@retreadtire.org and we’ll send you one right away!

MICHELIN

New Pre-Mold Retread Designed for Demanding Urban Applications

reenville, South Carolina – Michelin Americas Truck Tires, a division of Michelin North America, Inc., has introduced the MICHELINR X ONER XZURS+ Pre-MoldTM retread – an industry-leading, allposition, next-generation wide-base single – for

waste and refuse trucks that operate in demanding urban environments. This retread delivers up to 50 percent greater wear life (compared to the MICHELINR X OneR XZURS Pre-MoldT retread) and is designed with a special winged tread for maximum shoulder protection

in high-scrub applications. “With the demanding conditions in urban areas, waste and refuse customers are looking for retreads that can handle these punishing conditions and reduce their cost-per-hour,” said Adam Murphy, Vice President of Marketing for Michelin Americas

Truck Tires. “The new MICHELIN X ONE XZU S+ Pre-Mold retread exceeds those demands with incredible wear life, even

when trucks are continuously starting, stopping and turning as they pick up waste in city areas.” The MICHELIN X ONE

XZU S+ Pre-Mold retread features a 29/32 inch deep tread depth and an optimized, straight rib design that contribute to outstanding wear. CoExtrusion technology and a unique two-layer compound minimize the casing temperature for enhanced durability.

UNIROYAL TRUCK TIRES

LT40 Receives EPA SmartWay Verification

reenville, South Carolina - UniroyalR Commercial Truck Tires, a unit of Michelin America Truck Tires, is pleased to announce that the UniroyalR LT40T, a long-haul/regional, class-8 trailer tire, has met the requirements for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWayR Technology Program. The LT40 joins two existing Uniroyal SmartWay-

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verified tire offers, the LS24T and RS20T. T h e U n i r o y a l LT 4 0 combats irregular trailer tire wear for long-lasting performance. Available in sizes 11R22.5, 11R24.5, 275/80R22.5 and 275/80R24.5, the tire is designed with StoneBlockerT technology to protect the casing. The LS24T is a longhaul steer tire that features a sacrificial rib

design and micro-siping to combat irregular wear. The RS20T is a regional steer/all-position tire that has tough solid shoulders to fight scrub. “Uniroyal products have been recognized by the

U.S. EPA for low rolling resistance technology,” said Darlene Shepherd, Business Segment Manager, Uniroyal Commercial Truck Tires. “The LT40 gives customers a choice when they select a commercial product that reduces emissions and improves fuel efficiency.” The Uniroyal tire portfolio for heavy trucks, launched in January 2016, comprises six

tread designs with 28 total offers. Uniroyal provides an affordable offer for every commercial truck tire position and application - from long-haul to regional to on-/off- road trucks, including dry van, flat bed, construction, and pick-up and delivery vocations. All Uniroyal tires are retreadable and feature DuraShieldR Construction, Uniroyal’s unique combination of pyramidal steel-belt construction,

insulating belt-edge strips and a heavy-gauge inner liner. Uniroyal is one of the world’s leading tire brands for passenger and commercial cars, pick-ups, light trucks, minivans and sport utility vehicles. Dating back to 1892 Uniroyal now offers commercial truck tires to bring that same value to the trucking industry. To learn more visit www.UniroyalTruckTires.com.

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DRIVESHAFTS

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ALBERTA

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.

Danatec Educational Services Ltd. Account & Records Management Bookkeeping For Your Business & Personal Finances

Toll Free: 888.644.2333 AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING: SALES & SERVICE

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

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:

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

Road King Chrome & Detailing

Roadking Chrome & Detailing

Interior Cab/Sleeper Cleaning On-Site • Mobile • Polishes & Supplies Located in the Roadking Truck Stop Calgary OPEN 7 DAYS

4949 Barlow Tr. S.E. Calgary, AB T2B 3B5 Tel: 403.276.7555 www.roadkingchrome.com

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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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

CLUTCH PRODUCTS

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ITR Canada Inc.

••• Niagara Service & Supply Ltd. 150 South Service Road Stoney Creek, ON L8E 3H6 Toll Free: 800.268.5076 Tel: 905.573.3101 sales@niagaraservice.com

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Wilson Instruments Ltd. 43 Crowe Bay Heights, R. R. 2 Campbellford, ON K0L 1L0 Tel: 705.653.2403 Fax: 705.653.5560 WilsonInstruments@sympatico.ca www.wilsoninstrumentsltd.com AUTOMATED LUBRICATION SYSTEMS

S.E.T.I. Inc. 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 AXLES

IMT Corporation Through Ingersoll Axles, we design, engineer and manufacture a complete line of versatile, lightweight and superior 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 technology – the only self-steering axle that combines unmatched stability, customization, braking and load-carrying capabilities. 5 Cherry Blossom Road, Suite 1 Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7 Tel: 519.650.0303 Fax: 519.485.2163 cwanklin@imtcorporation.com www.imtcorporation.com CHROME ACCESSORIES

Clutch Distribution Centre Inc. Specializing in all types of new and reman clutches, clutch components, new and used flywheel exchanges, and flywheel grinding. Pick up and delivery within the GTA available upon request. Fast and friendly service since 1986. Mention this ad for a discount. 81 Northline Road Toronto, ON M4B 3E9 Tel: 416.745.9220 Alt. Tel: 416.742.0003 Fax: 416.759.5890 Carlo@cdcparts.com www.cdcparts.com

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Fil-Mor Automotive & Clutch Products Ltd.

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.

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

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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.

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

Kee Human Resources “Your Goals Are Our Priority.”

6950 Kenderry Gate Mississauga, ON L5T 2S7 Toll Free: 800.661.0377 Tel: 905.670.3426 Fax: 905.670.3436 recruit@keehumanresources.com VerX Direct Corp. www.keehumanresources.com Driver license status and class verification.

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24/7 access to all provinces. Saving Money | Saving Vehicles | Saving Lives.

E-CIGARETTES

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

1225 Aerowood Drive Mississauga, ON L4W 1B9 Toll Free: 877.373.2580 Tel: 519.737.6005 Fax: 519.737.0005 info@dpfcleaningspecialists.com www.dpfcleaningspecialists.com

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

Liquid Capital Midwest Corp. King’s Vape Shop

Clean and Care of your DPF is our only business with replacement of popular part numbers.

J D Factors

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DPF CLEANING

DPF Cleaning Specialists

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

Starter Kits • E-Juice • Supplies • “Kick Your Ash” Located in the Roadking Truck Stop Calgary VAPE SHOP OPEN 7 DAYS

4949 Barlow Tr. S.E. Calgary, AB T2B 3B5 Tel: 403.276.7555 www.roadkingchrome.com FACTORING, FINANCE & FOREIGN EXCHANGE

“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

DRIVESHAFTS

COMPLIANCE SERVICES

Accutrac Capital Solutions Inc. Beka Lube Products Inc.

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 30 June 2016

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

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

Pat’s Driveline

“Technology you can rely on.”

2830 Argentia Road, Unit 9

“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.”

Roadking Chrome & Detailing Located in the Roadking Truck Stop Calgary 95¢ Nut Covers • Custom Orders SHOWROOM OPEN 7 DAYS

4949 Barlow Tr. S.E. Calgary, AB T2B 3B5 Tel: 403.276.7555 www.roadkingchrome.com

Cross Border Services C-TPAT, FAST, PIP, CSA, SCAC, MC, DOT, CVOR, NEXUS, Bonding, Training Programs & Seminars. Dawn Truell, B.B.A., B.A. Psy 1450 Headon Road, PO Box 93005 Burlington, ON L7M 4A3 Tel: 905.973.9136 crossborderservices@cogeco.net www.crossborderservices.org www.c-tpat-certified.com

“Over 30 years of Driveline Manufacturing Expertise”

F.B. Feeney Hardware “Serving the industrial and trucking aftermarket since 1952.” 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

FASTENERS, FITTINGS, HOSE & SHOP MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES

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 FUEL ADDITIVES & LUBRICANTS

FUEL UPGRADERS & ENHANCERS

Xp3 Canada (d.b.a. Repstar Agencies Inc.) Xp3 is an all-in-one, multi-functional fuel upgrader with a 25 year proven track record, upgrading over 4 billion litres of fuel globally every year.

363-63 Goulet Street Winnipeg, MB R2H 0G1 Toll Free: 800.507.4107 Tel: 204.800.1313 Toll Free Fax: 800.905.6942 Sales@Xp3Canada.com info.Xp3Canada.com

Blue Water West Ltd. 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 FUEL FIRED HEATERS

Canadian Insurance Brokers Inc. 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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Erb and Erb Insurance Brokers Ltd.

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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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

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

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HUB International Ontario Ltd. Transportation Insurance

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

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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Bryson & Associates Insurance Brokers Ltd. “It’s not what you pay: it’s what your GET for what you pay. Transportation, Logistics, Cargo, Fleet Safety Management Services & Bonds.”

Toll Free: 800.661.5196 Tel: 905.426.8787 Fax: 905.426.4959 dbundock@brysoninsurance.ca www.brysoninsurance.ca

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

REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS

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

OUTRIGGER PADS

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

RUST PREVENTIVE PRODUCTS

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 COLLECTION

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

LUBRICANTS

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

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 larryharris@rpoil.com www.rpoil.com

••• Newman Insurance Providing innovative insurance solutions & unparalleled risk management support. Talk to one of Newman’s dedicated Transportation Insurance Specialists to get the right coverage at a competitive price.

#11-1642 Langan Avenue Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 1K5 Toll Free: 800.663.0854 Tel: 604.944.1481 Fax: 604.944.1482 www.vulcanscales.

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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

One of Canada’s leading Trucking Insurance and Risk Services Brokers, specializing in coverage for local and long haul fleets and owner-operators. Check out our website to learn more about how we can help you today!

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

Polar Mobility (Climate Control Systems) 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.

ON-BOARD TRUCK SCALES

Palmer Atlantic Insurance Ltd.

What you want to protect the most.We protect the best!

Bennetts Power Service Products

FUEL & LUBRICANTS DIRECT

INSURANCE BROKERS

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

INSURANCE BROKERS

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

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 SATELLITE RADIO

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

WOODSTOCK

Sirius XM Canada Inc. Double the Savings with 3 Months Free + $100.00 Mail-in Rebate.

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

TARPS & TARPING SYSTEMS

400-135 Liberty Street Toronto, ON M6K 1A7 Toll Free: 888.539.7474 truckingchannel@siriusxm.ca www.siriusxm.ca/rebate100

PERMITS & SERVICES

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

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

Load Covering Solutions Ltd. “Keeping You Covered”

5499 Harvester Road Burlington, ON L7L 5V4 Toll Free: 800.465.8277 Tel: 905.335.2012 Fax: 905.335.8499 www.loadcoveringsolutions.com June 2016 31

TARPS & TARPING SYSTEMS

Quick Draw Tarpaulin Systems “Quick Draw Tarpaulin Systems are a premium quality rolling tarp system for flatbed trucks & trailers, serving the trucking industry for over 20 years.“

4975 8 Concession Road, RR 3 Maidstone, ON N0R 1K0 Toll Free: 800.266.8277 Tel: 519.737.6169 Fax: 519.737.6205 sales-qd@quickdrawtarps.com www.quickdrawtarps.com th

TIRE MANUFACTURERS

TOWING SERVICES

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

••• Continental Tire the Americas, LLC

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 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS

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

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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Abrams Towing “Service Across Ontario” 24 Hour Heavy Towing

Toll Free: 888.667.5438 Tel: 416.398.2500 www.abrams.com 32 June 2016

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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TransX Limited “The strength & commitment of our people provides TransX with the ability to respond effectively & creatively to the needs of our customers & an everchanging economy, & is the primary reason why, year after year, TransX has one of the best performance records in the industry.” 7459 McLean Road Guelph, ON N1H 6H9 Toll Free: 877.787.2679 careers@drivetransx.ca www.drivetransx.ca

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TRUCK CUSTOMIZING

Quality Collision Centre 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

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

K.B.W. Towing KBW Truck Transfer Service Heavy & Medium Towing, Flatbed Specialists.

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

Bedard Tankers Inc. Leader in Dry Bulk, Liquid, Liquefied Compressed Gas & Cryogenic Road Tanker Trailers. 5785 Place Turcot Montreal, QC H4C 1V9 Tel: 514.937.1670 Fax: 514.937.2190 administration@bedardtankers.com 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

Tony Jelicic tjelicic@transcourt.com

WESTERN CANADA Kevin Quick kquick@transcourt.com TRANSPORT COMPANIES

Carmen Transportation Group 3700 Weston Road Toronto, ON M9L 2Z4 Toll Free: 866.857.5166 Tel: 416.667.9700 Fax: 416.667.8272 info@carmentransportationgroup.com www.carmentransportationgroup.com

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International Truckload Services Inc. 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 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

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The Rosedale Group “As a transportation & warehousing service provider since 1969, The Rosedale Group, has a proud history of meeting the industry-specific requirements of our customers. We, as a company, have a fundamental belief that our people make the difference in how we consistently deliver total customer satisfaction.”

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

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 TRANSPORTATION TRAINING

Acadian Driveaway

185 Carrier Drive Toronto, ON M9W 5N5 Toll Free: 800.668.1879 Tel: 416.679.1977 Fax: 416.679.1988 info@AcadianDriveaway.ca www.AcadianDriveaway.ca

Kee Training Academy

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 TRUCK & TRAILER REPAIRS

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

Greig Truck & Trailer Let US see to your Repair Needs! Just minutes off Hwy 401 @ Exit 526. 2 Foster Stearns Road Trenton, ON K8V 5R8 Tel: 613.394.5005 Fax: 613.394.2736 Brian.Greig@bellnet.ca or Derrick.Greig@bellnet.

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M.T.T. Repair Services Inc. A family owned and operated business that has been providing quality repairs and services since 1975. We operate out of a 14,000 square foot building with eleven bays including a truck and trailer paint bay and two sandblasting bays. M.T.T. Repair Services currently employs trailer mechanics, welders, body men and int rs. We are also an accredited vehicle inspection station that allows us to conduct annual safety inspections o all your trailers. 1868 Drew Road Mississauga, ON L5S 1J6 Tel: 905.677.2771 Fax: 905.677.2774 info@mttrepair.com www.mttrepair.com

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.

TRUCK LIGHTING & ACCESSORIES

•••

“Your Goals Are Our Priority.”

TRUCK EXHAUST SALES & SERVICE

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

Transcourt Tank Leasing ONTARIO & EASTERN CANADA

Gobbo Towing & Recovery Ltd.

TOWING SERVICES

A Towing Service Ltd.

Smartway Trailer Rentals

TRANSPORT COMPANIES

Toll Free: 866.934.5744 Contacts:

••• Polar Mobility (Doran) The Doran Tire Pressure Monitoring System continuously monitors tire pressure and temperature data with simple installation, programming and operation. It has a multiple built-in alert setting which provides warnings against FastLeak™ events, driving on low tire pressures and high temperatures.

TRAILER SALES, LEASING, RENTALS & SERVICE

Fort Garry Industries Sales and NSM certified installation of snow plows, sanders, mixers, dump bodies and more. truckequip@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com/equipment TRUCK EXHAUST SALES & SERVICE

A & A Exhaust Systems 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

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

••• 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. 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 TRUCK PARTS & SUPPLIES

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

TRUCK PARTS & SUPPLIES

ALBERTA

ONTARIO

EDMONTON

Fort Garry Industries 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

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

TRUCK SALES, LEASING, PARTS & SERVICE

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

Ontario Regional Office

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Fax: 905.564.5175

Over 100 Truck Tire Service Centres Across Canada.

520 Abilene Drive Mississauga, ON L5T 2H7 Toll Free: 800.465.0618 Tel: 905.564.5171 LHardy@oktire.com www.oktire.com TRUCK TRANSMISSIONS, DIFFERENTIALS & PTO’S

Surgenor Truck Group 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. Truck Centres, one in Ottawa, & one in

C & R Transmission Service Ltd.

REGINA

Kingston, as well as five service affiliates

Your Complete Driveline Service Center.

(Brockville, Belleville, Gatineau, & 2 in

Authorized Allison Overhaul & Maintenance

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

Cornwall) providing regularly scheduled

Dealer. Large Inventory of the Most Popular

maintenance as well as on-call 24/7 for

Clutches, Transmissions & Differentials.

roadside assistance, & parts delivery.

Factory-Trained Rebuilders & 9 Service

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

Bays.

manager@crtransmission.com

TRUCK TIRE SALES & SERVICE

www.crtransmission.com

Fort Garry Industries

SASKATOON

Fort Garry Industries 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

TRUCKING SOFTWARE

Gerry’s Truck Centre

Fort Garry Industries

SASKATCHEWAN ALBERTA

TRUCK TRANSMISSIONS, DIFFERENTIALS & PTO’S

“Your Complete Transportation Business

THUNDER BAY

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

The Surgenor Truck Group includes two

13 Anderson Blvd. Stouffville, ON L4A 7X4 Toll Free: 888.297.0682 Tel: 905.642.4556 Fax: 905.642.2293

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ALBERTA

CALGARY 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

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

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!

777 Burrard Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 1X7 Tel: 778.960.2399 michael@onswitchboard.com www.onswitchboard.com USED OIL FURNACE SALES & SERVICE

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 NEW BRUNSWICK

MONCTON 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 TRUCK WASH SYSTEMS

Maximum Powertrain

De-On Supply Inc. 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 above the competition, due to its innovative technology and quality manufacturing.

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 VEHICLE DELIVERY

We specialize in rebuilding ALL makes of V

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. 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

Benson Tire The largest Goodyear dealer in Ontario, offering over 15 locations equipped with 24 hour emergency service vehicles to

High Quality Differentials, Transmissions, Mid-Range and Steering Gears. We offer competitive price on all units sold. We have ALL ratios and models in stock!

handle all of your tire needs.

Fast, Honest and Reliable Service!

700 Education Road Cornwall, ON K6H 2W8 Toll Free: 866.623.6766 Tel: 613.933.1700 Fax: 905.689.3381 info@bensontire.com www.bensontire.com

We pick up and deliver!

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

Awash Systems Corp. Automatic Wash Systems & Water Treatment Recycling Systems customized to your requirements. 2211 Brant Street, P.O. Box 20070 Burlington, ON L7P 0A4 Toll Free: 800.265.7405 Tel: 905.662.2662 Fax: 888.407.9498 info@awashsystems.com www.awashsystems.com

Compass Vehicle Delivery Inc. P.O. Box 265 Stn. Main 16693 Old Hwy 2 Trenton, ON K8V 5R5 Toll Free: 888.992.9676 Tel: 613.392.9676 sales@compassvehicledelivery.com www.compassvehicledelivery.com

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SECTION FRANÇAISE

EFFETS DU TERRORISME: PRODUITS DE SÉCURITÉ ET MESURES

Le terrorisme nuit au camionnage

BY MAREK KRASUSKI

e 22 Mars trentedeux personnes furent tuées dans une attaque terroriste à Bruxelles, à l’aéroport international et à la station de métro Maelbeek. Les autorités pensent que les responsables sont liés au réseau mené par le terroriste de Paris, Abdelhamid Abaaoud, qui a joué un rôle majeur dans la mort de 130 personnes dans la capitale française le 13 Novembre 2015. Le fléau du terrorisme ne semble pas destiné à se calmer dans le futur proche. En fait, les experts européens pensent qu’il pourrait y avoir encore 60 ou 70 personnes membres de cette même cellule terroriste responsable des récentes attaques en Europe. L’expérience nous a appris que le terrorisme est global; personne n’y échappe, pas même nous Nord-Américains. Pensons au 11 septembre et aux nombreux attentats commis sur le sol nordaméricain depuis. Dawn Truell, présidente des services transfrontaliers et experte dans la sécurité des frontières, souligne quelques mesures que les

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autorités ont prises pour combattre le terrorisme mondial. «Pour mener à bien notre lutte contre le terrorisme et faciliter les passages transfrontaliers, les gouvernements américains et canadiens, avec mon assistance, avons mis en place des mesures de sécurité plus poussées pour assurer la protection de nos frontières. Ces mesures comprennent les programmes FAST (Free And Secure Trade) C-TPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) et PIP (Partners In Protection). Ces programmes furent conçus spécifiquement pour la sécurité de nos pays et les initiatives C-TPAT et FAST furent le résultat direct des attentats du 11 Septembre,» a-t-elle affirmé. A peu près 65 pourcent des entreprises ont été approuvées par la C-TPAT et PIP. Les 35 pourcent restants qui ne sont pas membres sont exposés à de plus haut risques d’inspections sur place, ou ce que l’on appelle aussi des inspections secondaires. Il s’agit d’un type d’inspection extrêmement rigoureux et impitoyable; les autorités peuvent pénétrer dans le véhicule, arracher le tableau de bord, le plancher, décharger toute la cargaison et l’inspecter, si elles le désirent. Les conducteurs privés et commerciaux ont tous souffert des embouteillages aux passages transfrontaliers, qui sont le prix inévitable de la sécurité. Dawn Truell conseille les transporteurs de se procurer une carte commerciale FAST ou une carte de pas-

sager Nexus qui autorise l’entrée au Canada et aux Etats-Unis et qui diminue les temps de passage. Les transporteurs maritimes bénéficieront de la TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential. Les frais de sécurité commencent à porter leurs fruits. Truell observe que « nous aimerions tous, citoyens et gouvernements, croire que nos efforts de contre-terrorisme font une différence. Bien que le terrorisme persiste, nos galants efforts sont efficaces. Plus de trafiquants de drogues sont arrêtés chaque jour aux frontières. En participant à ces programmes de contreterrorisme, nous nous joignons aux marchants de confiance qui bénéficient non seulement aux programmes gouvernementaux, mais qui aident à accélérer les livraisons transfrontalières. » Ces programmes sont efficaces, mais l’industrie du transport n’est pas sans vulnérabilités. En août dernier, par exemple, un homme du Minnesota soupçonné de terrorisme par le Homeland Security fut accordé un permit de classe A, ce qui a mené certains observateurs à se demander comment on a pu accorder un permis à un individu à si haut risque, et à prendre au sérieux le risque qu’un gros camion sous le contrôle d’un pareil individu pourrait être utilisé comme une bombe mobile, déployé comme l’on été d’autres camions dans le passé ailleurs dans le monde. En effet, on redoute que des camions-citernes transportant du pétrole,

considérés comme des cibles « faibles, » pourraient être converties en armes car ils seraient plus faciles à enflammer dans les villes à haute densité de population où un maximum de personnes et d’infrastructure pourrait être détruit. En général, le terrorisme va au-delà des organisations comme l’État islamique, les talibans, ou le Boko Haram, et les autres suspects habituels. « Nous devons nous souvenir que le terrorisme ne se limite pas à des morts violentes et des attentats à la bombe. Pour l’industrie du transport nord-américaine, le camionnage en particulier, ceci inclut aussi le trafic de drogue et le trafic humain. En conséquence, plus de camions sont arrêtés aux passages frontaliers pour inspection, » affirme Truell, ajoutant que le terrorisme remonte à l’époque de la Rome antique. L’ubiquité du terrorisme sous toutes ses formes exige une réponse sur plusieurs fronts de la part de tout le monde, affirment les experts. Bien que nous nous fiions aux gouvernements pour nous protéger le mieux possible, les individus et les entreprises ont aussi leur part à jouer. Truell nous avertit : « si quelqu’un nous accoste en nous demandant de transporter de la drogue pour eux ou de porter une valise dans un aéroport en guise de faveur, ou même de se joindre à un groupe qui lutte pour une « cause » dont il serait dans l’intérêt politique ou social de faire du mal à certains individus, il faut prendre un peu de recul et se souvenir qu’il s’agit là de terrorisme. Nous devons tous être vigilants. » Les terroristes, comme tout le monde, préfèrent éviter les risques, et visent les cibles les plus vulnérables et moins protégées pour maximiser le mal infligé aux autres. S’agissant du camionnage, les experts conseillent de se protéger avec plus qu’une simple clôture. La surveillance

peut être améliorée avec des écrans de télévision à circuit fermé et en employant des gardes qui peuvent intervenir ou appeler les services d’urgence en cas d’attaque, de vol, ou d’activité suspecte. De plus, tous les employés devraient êtres impliqués dans les efforts de sécurité, d’abord en étant avertis des risques, et ensuite en interrogeant les inconnus et en faisant rapport de toute activité inhabituelle. En effet, le passé nous apprend que la vigilance est un outil de dissuasion efficace contre le terrorisme. Selon Brian Jenkins, directeur d’une entreprise de sécurité de transport, Mineta Transportation Institute, et expert en contreterrorisme, « entre 2005 et 2015, 14 pourcent des attentats à la bombe furent arrêtés à temps parce que les agences de renseignement et de police, les agents de sécurité et les citoyens ordinaires, passagers, et membres des équipages de transit furent alertes. Parmi ces attaques qui furent contrées à temps, l’on estime que l’une d’entre elles furent stoppées grâce à la vigilance des passagers, citoyens et employés. Un autre 24 pourcent furent stoppées par ceux qui exerçaient des fonctions de sécurité - militaires, policiers, agents de sécurité ou de renseignements. En plus des employés vigilants, des gardes, et des clôtures, les autres mesures à prendre sont des entrepôts verrouillés, avec accès à clé, des cadenas sur tous les remorqueurs, des contrôles de sécurité réguliers, et des contrôles de sécurité rigoureux sur tous les nouveaux conducteurs. De plus, les dispositifs de repérage jouent un rôle critique dans la sécurité. Les fonctions de haute technologie de ces outils permettent aux propriétaires et aux forces de l’ordre de traquer en temps réel le mouvement et l’emplacement des véhicules et aident

donc à leur récupération en cas de vol, réduisent le risque de perte ou d’endommagement des cargaisons, et augmentent la probabilité que les voleurs seront appréhendés. Les dispositifs de repérage utilisent souvent des GPS pour positionner les véhicules. Les GPS envoient des informations, comme la vitesse, direction et position d’un véhicule à un utilisateur éloigné et que la police peut voir sur une carte électronique. Dawn Truell a aussi des conseils pour ceux qui estiment que la menace du terrorisme est exagérée afin de vendre des produits de consommation et service. « Ceux qui affirment que la menace que représente le terrorisme a été exagérée afin de vendre des produits de consommation et services ne savent pas de quoi ils parlent. A long terme, s’ils choisissent de ne rien faire dans la lutte contre le terrorisme, cela est leur choix et peut-être cela va-t-il leur épargner quelques sous, mais je vous promets en tant qu’experte dans ce domaine que ceux qui élisent cette voie se heurteront à de grands obstacles quand il s’agira de transporter leurs livraisons dans les zones de commerce internationales. Les attentats terroristes se font sans aucun doute plus nombreux. Selon le Mineta Transportation Institute (MTI), l’année 2014 fut celle avec le plus haut nombre de morts des dix années précédentes, et le nombre de morts par attentats avait augmenté. Les efforts de la part de tout le monde aident à réduire les dommages causés par le terrorisme, mais tant que cette menace perdure nous pouvons nous attendre à ce que les restrictions autour du commerce transfrontalier continuent à se resserrer. Etant donné la panoplie d’exigences auxquelles les transporteurs et conducteurs doivent déjà se plier, plus de défis encore devront être relevés suite aux récentes attaques.

SECTION FRANÇAISE

TREMCAR INC. – FORT MCMURRAY UNE TRAGÉDIE

Tremcar Ouest fait un don de 1000 $ à la CroixRouge et invite la classe d’affaires à faire de même

a communauté de Fort McMurray et celles environnantes sont grandement affectées par le feu qui r a g e . Tr e m c a r O u e s t est très sensible à cette situation. L’entreprise a fait don de 1000 $ à la Croix-Rouge pour aider la communauté en ce

moment de désespoir et d’insécurité. M. Jacques Tremblay, président de Tremcar Ouest, invite les entreprises à faire de même afin d’aider cette région qui a permis à beaucoup d’entreprises de croître et de se développer pendant la dernière décennie.

LOCATION DE CITERNES TRANSCOURT

Transcourt accueille une championne de Curling à TRUXPO

oronto, Ontario - TRUXPO, l’événement par excellence de l’industrie du camionnage de l’ouest canadien, se tenait à Abbotsford, en ColombieBritannique, les 13 et 14 mai 2016. Location de citernes Transcourt (Transcourt Tank Leasing) y était pour une première fois et a profité de l’occasion pour s’assurer de faire connaître ses produits et services à plus de 10 000 visiteurs. Au cours des derniers mois, Transcourt s’est fait un point d’honneur de participer aux principaux rendez-vous de l’industrie du transport routier des marchandises à travers le Canada et les États-Unis

afin de mettre en vitrine ses produits et services. De plus en plus d’entreprises dans l’industrie du transport en vrac par camion découvrent le savoir-faire mis de l’avant par Transcourt pour concevoir des solutions totales sur mesure répondant aux besoins spécifiques des clients. De plus, Transcourt possède maintenant des centres de cueillettes et livraisons à Moncton, NB; Montréal, QC; Toronto, ON; Edmonton, AB et Calgary, AB ainsi qu’à Lansing, IL; Houston, TX et Pasadena, TX. « L’équipe de Transcourt dans l’ouest du Canada était omniprésente à Abbotsford afin d’accueillir des clients ac-

tuels et d’autres personnes intéressées », nous a confié Kevin Quick, vice-président du développement des affaires de Transcourt. «Nous croyons qu’il est important que les visiteurs puissent rencontrer les membres de l’équipe avec qui ils transigeront lorsqu’ils feront appels à Transcourt. » Parmi toutes les personnes qui ont visité le stand, il y en a une que l’équipe de Transcourt a été très honoré d’accueillir, Il s’agit de la joueuse de curling native de Nanaimo, CB, Georgina Wheatcroft, membre du club de curling Royal City Curling Club de New Westminster. Georgina Wheatcroft a participé pas moins de huit fois au

fameux Tournoi des cœurs Scotties au cours des années et était membre de l’équipe canadienne qui a remporté la médaille de bronze aux Jeux olympiques d’hiver de Salt Lake City en 2002. Elle était aussi membre d’équipes canadiennes qui ont remporté la médaille d’or aux championnats mondiaux de Chicago en 1987 et de Glasgow en 2000. Location de remorques Transcourt a été fondée en 1997 spécifiquement pour répondre à la demande de location à court et à long terme de citernes routières pour transporter des liquides et du vrac. L’impressionnante flotte de Transcourt est accessible

L’ancienne championne mondiale de curling Georgina Wheatcroft est ici en compagnie de Kevin Quick, viceprésident du développement des affaires de Transcourt. aux clients de partout au Canada. La flotte comprend de multiples configurations de semi-remorques citernes en acier in-

oxydable et en aluminium, bi-train propane et tridem, pour du pétrole brut et des condensats ainsi que pour tous types de vrac.

POLARIS TRANSPORTATION GROUP

Le Rapport sur la politique monétaire 2016

e 14 avril 2016, Jon Saunders, chef de l’Exploitation de Polaris Logistique mondiale et VP Finances de Polaris Transportation Group, a participé aux discussions entourant le Rapport sur la politique monétaire de la Banque du Canada. Lynn Patterson, sous-gouverneure et Eric Santor, économiste en chef, étaient au cœur de la rencontre. Polaris Transportation

était la seule entreprise de transport à participer à la discussion après avoir été sélectionnée à la suite d’une visite récente de son siège social à Mississauga. Des dirigeants d’entreprises provenant de plusieurs secteurs de l’industrie assistaient également à la rencontre. Faisant preuve d’un optimisme prudent, les participants ont examiné les principaux moyens de stimuler la croissance économique

sur le marché intérieur, entre le Canada et les États-Unis, et sur le plan international. L’incidence du nouveau budget fédéral, la volatilité des taux de change, l’inflation, les taux d’intérêt et le marché de l’habitation ont tous fait partie de la discussion. Selon John Saunders, «Nous sommes à la recherche d’occasions où nous pouvons obtenir des renseignements utiles sur les perspectives économ-

iques. Le fait de représenter Polaris et le secteur du transport m’a permis de recueillir de l’information, de partager notre point de vue et de transmettre les connaissances à mes collègues, à nos partenaires transporteurs, et aux clients de notre important réseau.» Fondée en 1994, Polaris Transportation est surtout connue pour son service de transport planifié de chargements partiels entre

le Canada et les États-Unis et elle se spécialise en transport de marchandises sèches. L’une des principales valeurs de l’entreprise consiste à faciliter la vie des membres de la collectivité du transport de marchandises en ajoutant des services et en tirant profit des avancées technologiques. Pour plus de renseignements sur Polaris, consultez son site Web à www.polaristransport.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 613.476.2247 or email Barb at barb@woodwardpublishing.com. ALBERTA

ALBERTA

BRITISH COLUMBIA

MANITOBA

NEW BRUNSWICK

BONNYVILLE

SHERWOOD PARK

GOLDEN

MORRIS

GRAND FALLS

Cougar Fuels Ltd. 5602 – 54th Avenue Bonnyville, AB Tel: 780.826.3043 Fax: 780.826.6353 brentm@cougarfuelsltd.ca www.cougarfuelsltd.ca Convenience store, cardlock & showers.

CALGARY

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

RoadKing Travel Centre Strathcona Inc. 26 Strathmoor Drive Sherwood Park, AB T8H 2B6 Tel: 780.417.9400 Fax: 780.417.9449

STRATHMORE

Open 8 am – 5 pm Mon – Fri, lubes & propane, 24hr cardlock, regular, diesel & diesel mark.

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

BRITISH COLUMBIA

CHILLIWACK

Petro Pass

Jepson Petroleum Ltd. Box 1408, Golden, BC V0A 1H0 Tel: 250.344.6161 Fax: 250.344.2232 ladine@jepsonpetro.com

Morris Husky Hwy 75 South, Box 989 Morris, MB R0G 1K0 Tel: 204.746.8999 Fax: 204.746.2611 morrismohawk@yahoo.ca Web: 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.

Suite 201 – 8020 Sparrow Drive Leduc, AB T9E 7G3 Tel: 780.986.7867 Fax: 780.986.7898 Web: www.myhusky.ca

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

Chilliwack Husky Travel Centre

Open 24 hours, 7 days, restaurant, cardlock, ATM, convenience store, showers, scale.

LLOYDMINSTER

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

MEDICINE HAT

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 Tel: 403.527.6411 Fax: 403.529.1660 Showers.

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Chilliwack Petro – Pass 45461 Yale Road West Chilliwack, BC Tel: 604.795.9421 Fax: 604.792.8931 chilliwack@southcoastpetro.ca Commercial cardlock open 24hrs, 7 days, convenience store open Mon – Fri, 8 am – 5 pm (washrooms).

Cool Creek Agencies 7985 Lickman Road Chilliwack, BC V2R 3Z9 Tel: 604.795.5335 Fax: 604.794.5080 sdufault@coolcreek.ca Full-service islands, drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, parking & CAT scale

DELTA

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

SICAMOUS

Husky Travel Centre 1340 Trans Canada Hwy. Sicamous, BC V0G 2V0 Tel: 250.836.4675 Fax: 280.836.2230 Contact: Shelley Arvandel www.myhusky.ca Open 24-7, restaurant (6 am – 10pm), convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, parking, photocopier, oil products, ATM & fax machine.

MANITOBA

BRANDON

Petro Canada Southcoast Petroleum Ltd. 10178 Nordel Court, Delta, BC Tel: 604.581.3835 Fax: 604.581.3850 nordel@southcoastpetro.ca Canopy, fax, photocopier, nearby gov’t scale, restaurant & ATM.

Drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, internet services, showers, parking & CAT scale.

Petro Canada – Petro Pass 500 Oak Point Highway Winnipeg, MB Tel: 204.949.7292 Fax: 204.949.7295

Brandon Husky Travel Centre 1990 – 18th Street North Brandon, MB R7C 1B3 Tel: 204.728.7387 www.myhusky.ca

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

ONTARIO, EASTERN

ARNPRIOR

MONCTON

Antrim Truck Stop Petro Canada

Dogwood Valley Husky Services

Exit 450, 2600 Mountain Road Moncton, NB E1G 3T6 Tel: 506.859.6000 Fax: 506.859.6005 Open 24-7, convenience store, fast food, ATM & washrooms.

PERTH – ANDOVER

Open 24-7, drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM, showers & parking.

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, restaurant, convenience store, showers, overnight parking, drivers’ lounge, CAT scale, garage service facilities, tire service, Western Star truck dealer.

BELLEVILLE

Tobique One Stop Petro Canada – Petro Pass

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

315 Ouellette Street Grand Falls, NB Tel: 506.473.5575 Fax: 506.475.9816 Toll Free: 800.361.8322 guypass@nb.sympatico.ca

WINNIPEG

OSOYOOS

Nisku Truck Stop

TRURO HEIGHTS

Truro Heights Circle K

HOPE

Calgary Husky Travel Centre

NOVA SCOTIA

928 Marion Street, Winnipeg, MB Tel: 204.949.7280 Fax: 204.949.7288 Open 24-7, drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, laundry facilities, showers & parking

Exit 115, Perth – Andover, NB Tel: 506.273.9682 Fax: 506.273.9682 Open 24-7, full-service islands, drivers’ lounge with large screen, restaurant, satellite TV, convenience store, showers, laundry, parking & free high-speed internet.

SALISBURY

NEW BRUNSWICK

AULAC

Salisbury Big Stop

Aulac Big Stop Circle K

2986 Fredericton Road Salisbury, NB E4J 2G1 Tel: 506.372.3333 Fax: 506.372.0083

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

EDMUNDSTON X

Edmundston Truck Stop Exit 19, 100 Grey Rock Road Edmundston, NB E7C 0B6 Tel: 506.737.2010 Fax: 506.737.2015 georges@etruckstop.ca www.edmundstontruckstop.com Open 24/7 365 days, full service islands, diesel, cardlock, propane, lubricants, driver’s lounge and business centre, seafood & burger restaurant (Le Pirate de la Mer), convenience store, washrooms, showers (4), laundry facilities, parking for 75 trucks, double car wash & 2 bay pet wash, Wi-Fi, ATM, fax & photocopier.

Open 24-7, drivers’ lounge & game room, restaurant, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, parking & CAT scale

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 am – 11 pm, Sat 7-8 pm, Sun 7-10 pm, convenience store, hair salon, drug testing, showers, parking, Esso Card Lock & Retail Diesel, Wifi & Fax, laundry facilities & CAT Scale.

WAASIS

Lincoln Big Stop Circle K 415 Nevers Rd. Waasis, NB E3B 9E1 Tel: 506.446.4444 Driver Fax: 506.446.4455 bigstop_bluecanoe@yahoo.ca Open 24-7, Irving FP Solution I – 24, drivers’ lounge, restaurant, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, free overnight parking.

WOODSTOCK

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

Ultramar 25 Bellevue Dr., Hwy 401 Exit 538 (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 & drivers’ lounge.

CARDINAL

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

ONTARIO, EASTERN

ONTARIO, NORTHERN

DESERONTO

SPENCERVILLE

SUDBURY

Quick Stop

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.

DUNVEGAN

Sudbury Petro Pass Angelo’s Truck 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.

VANKLEEK HILL

3070 Regent Street Sudbury, ON Tel: 705.522.8701 Fax: 705.522.4280 Open Mon – Fri. 6 am – 11pm, Sat. 8 am – 8 pm & sun. 10 am – 9 pm, drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store (hot food, pizza, chilli & soup), laundry facilities, showers & parking.

TIMMINS

Esso – Dunvegan

1515 County Road #20, (Hwy 417 Exit 51) Dunvegan, ON 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.

JOYCEVILLE

Herb’s Travel Plaza

21160 Service Road, Exit 27 off Hwy 417 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 drivers’ lounge, restaurant, convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM, internet services, showers & parking.

ONTARIO, NORTHERN

Kingston Husky Truck Stop

BRADFORD

Joyceville Road, (Hwy 401 Exit 632) Joyceville, ON Tel: 613.542.3468 www.myhusky.ca

KINGSTON

Esso – Kingston

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

OTTAWA

Esso Truck Stop 2154 Riverside Drive Timmins, ON 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 ONTARIO, WESTERN

Bradford Husky Travel Centre Hwy 400 & 88 Bradford, ON Tel: 905.775.5794 www.myhusky.ca

NAIRN CENTRE

Jeremy’s Truck Stop & Country Restaurant

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

NORTH BAY

ONTARIO, WESTERN

SASKATCHEWAN

DRUMBO

LONDON

ESTEVAN

Trucker’s Haven

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

FORT ERIE

Open 24 hrs, 6 days, full-service islands, drivers’ lounge, restaurant, convenience store, ATM, internet services, showers, garage on premises & parking

PORT HOPE

Ultramar

Open 24 hrs, restaurant, washrooms, showers, overnight parking & drivers’ lounge.

HAMILTON

Marshall Truck & Trailer Repair & Truck Stop

336 Kenora Avenue Hamilton, ON L8E 2W2 Tel: 905.561.4712 Fax: 905.561.7757 wayne@marshalltruck.com Web: 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, drivers’ lounge, restaurant, showers & parking

KITCHENER

3199 Hawthorne Road, (Exit 110 off Hwy 417) Behind Ultramar Service Station Ottawa, ON K1G 3V8 Tel: 613.248.9319

Open 24 hrs, lunch counter, convenience store, washrooms, drivers’ lounge, showers & short-time parking

3060 Hwy 11 North North Bay, ON Tel: 705.474.8410 Fax: 705.495.4076 Toll Free: 888.474.8410 baytruckstop@bellnet.ca Web: www.transportmall.com Open 24-7, full-service islands, restaurant, convenience store, showers, parking & truck repairs within 2 km.

Estevan Husky Travel Centre 201 – 4th Street, Estevan, SK S4A 0T5 Tel: 306.634.3109 www.myhusky.ca

REGINA

1637 Pettit Road (Exit 5 off QEW) Fort Erie, ON L2A 5M4 Tel: 905.994.8293

Husky Bulk Sales Ultramar

2211 County Road 28 (Hwy 401 Exit 464) Port Hope, ON L1A 3W4 Tel: 905.885.4600

Open 24 hrs, lunch counter, convenience store, washrooms, showers, drivers’ lounge & short-time parking.

WINDSOR

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, Tecumseh, ON Tel: 519.737.6401 www.myhusky.ca

WOODSTOCK

BEAMSVILLE

Petro Canada – Petro Pass 402 – 51st Street East Saskatoon, SK

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

Tel: 306.934.6766

Petro – Pass Kitchener

120 Conestoga College Blvd. Kitchener, ON N2P 2N6 Tel: 519.748.5550 Fax: 519.748.9656

Drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, laundry facilities, showers & CAT scale.

LEAMINGTON

Ultramar

535 Mill Street (Hwy 401 Exit 230 on TA site) Woodstock, ON N4S 7V6 Tel: 519.421.3144

Open 24 hrs, restaurant, convenience store, washrooms, showers, drivers’ lounge & overnight parking.

Fax: 306.668.6110 rainbow@sasktel.net Drivers’ lounge, convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM, showers, scale & parking.

SWIFT CURRENT

QUEBEC

BELMONT

MONTREAL

Bay Truck Stop

Ultramar

Flying M Truck Stop

7340 Colonel Talbot Road London, ON Tel: 519.652.2728 Fax: 519.652.6554 flyingmtruckstop.com

Johnny’s Gas Bar

London Husky Travel Centre Hwy 401 & 74 (Exit 195 off 401) Belmont, ON Tel: 519.644.0200 www.myhusky.ca

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.

Husky Travel Centre Irving 24

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.

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

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Air Conditioning Sales & Service Polar Mobility Research Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 TA Travel Centres Canada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ontario Trucking News Wilson Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ontario Trucking News

A Accutrac Capital Solutions Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 7

B BD Diesel Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Benson Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Bryson & Assoc. Insurance Brokers Ltd. . . . . . . 1

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C C.U.T.C. Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Carmen Transportation Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Continental Tire the Americas, LLC . . . . . . . . . . 2

Ontario Trucking News

D Diesel Spec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

E Execucor Financial Limited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Ontario Trucking News

F Fergus Truck Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Ontario Trucking News

G G. Zavitz Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

I International Truckload Services Inc.. . . . . . . . 46

Ontario Trucking News

Lubricants Shell Lubricants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Eastern Trucking News

Permits & Waivers C.U.T.C. Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Refrigeration Systems Polar Mobility Research Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Ontario Trucking News Ontario Trucking News

Satellite Radio Sirius XM Canada Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Ontario Trucking News

Starters & Alternator Newton’s Electric Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Ontario Trucking News

Tanker Manufacturing & Sales Tremcar Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Eastern Trucking News

Ontario Trucking News

Tarps & Tarping Systems Quick Draw Tarps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Ontario Trucking News

Western Trucking News

Theft Prevention Products The Fuel Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Tire Manufacturers Continental Tire the Americas, LLC . . . . . . . . . . 2

S Shell Lubricants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Sirius XM Canada Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

T Ontario Trucking News

Eastern Trucking News

V Ver-X Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Vulcan On-Board Scales. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Western Trucking News Eastern & Western Trucking News

W Wilson Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Wilson Truck Lines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Windshield Cam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Ontario Trucking News Ontario Trucking News

X Xan Systems Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 38 June 2016

Ontario Trucking News

Tanker Leasing Transcourt Tank Leasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

TA Travel Centres Canada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 12 The Fuel Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 The Rosedale Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Traction Truck Parts & TruckPro . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Transcourt Tank Leasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 TransX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Tremcar Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Ontario Trucking News

Eastern Trucking News

Repstar Agencies Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Ontario Trucking News Ontario Trucking News

Quick Draw Tarps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Ontario Trucking News Ontario Trucking News Western Trucking News Eastern Trucking News

Western Trucking News

Polar Mobility Research Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . 6, 8, 14 Private Motor Truck Council of Canada . . . . . . 12

Factoring & Finance Accutrac Capital Solutions Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 7 Execucor Financial Limited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 J D Factors Corporation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 3

Ontario Trucking News

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GOVERNMENT OF PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Roads to Resources Recognize Prince Edward Island’s Vibrant Economy

rince Edward Island’s successful negotiations with the federal government to recognize the province’s growing and diversified economy will open up millions of dollars in new infrastructure funding that will support sustained prosperity and economic growth for the entire province. New eligibility for federal-provincial infrastructure funding has been expanded to include Prince Edward Island’s collector roads - important local routes that connect many of our ports, farm communities, manufacturers and exporters to national and international markets. Premier Wade MacLauchlan was joined by Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and MP for Cardigan, Provincial Minister of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Paula Biggar, and Joe Murphy of the P.E.I. Roadbuilders Association in Poole’s Corner for the announcement. “This announcement allows flexibility to direct federal and provincial infrastructure funding to projects where it will bring the greatest benefit to Island communities and the Island economy,” said the Premier. “These are the roads to resources that build our economy and allow communities to prosper by moving our goods from the wharf to the marketplace, from the farm to the consumer, and from processing plants and manufacturing facilities to global clients.” Prince Edward Island has led Canada for the last two years in exports and is predicted to do so again in 2016. Communities throughout Prince Edward Island are vital in driving this export

growth, through agriculture, fisheries, and manufacturing. This highlights the importance of modern, high-quality and safe infrastructure to get Island products to markets around the world. The new arrangement will strengthen communities, create economic development through direct and in-direct jobs, and position Island businesses for growth and new employment opportunities. “Across our province, many roads are in great need of repair and they now qualify for funding to assist getting products to markets. The province will greatly benefit from these changes to the New Build Canada Fund and I look forward to working together with my provincial colleagues so we can grow the economy in all regions of this province,” said Minister MacAulay. Previous to this new arrangement with the federal government, eligibility under the New Building Canada Fund required roads to have 10,000 vehicles per day in order to qualify for federal funding, limiting investments to Route 2 and the Trans-Canada Highway. Under the new changes, that is reduced to 1,000 vehicles per day. Prince Edward Island has 830 kilometres of collector roads - important local routes that connect many of our ports, farm communities and exporters to highways. Approximately 60 per cent of this network would meet the threshold of 1,000 vehicles per day. The inclusion of collector roads is the result of lengthy negotiations and strong representation from the provincial government, led by the Premier, with the federal government. The efforts of Prince Edward Island spurred the change for all

provinces and territories in Canada, with the openness of the new Federal Government, led by the Prime Minister, allowing for these changes. “I’m pleased to see we will be able to cooperate with our federal partners to invest in these roads to resources that help our rural industries succeed and thrive,” said Minister Biggar. “This is the direct result of extensive collaboration between our respective governments.”

Left to right - Joe Murphy, Executive Director, PEI Road Builders Association, Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Premier Wade MacLauchlan, Paula Biggar, Minister of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy.

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Drivers Urged to Show Caution in Highway Construction Areas

onstruction season is beginning on Prince Edward Island and motorists are being reminded to drive with courtesy and care for the men and women who work to maintain provincial roads, says Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy

Minister Paula Biggar. “The workers who build and repair our highway system carry out heavy physical work in all kinds of weather conditions. I ask Island drivers to use caution in construction areas, to observe the temporary speed limits in place and to treat

road workers with the courtesy and care they deserve,” said Minister Biggar. “We want to be sure that the people who labour on our highways can return safely to their homes and families when the work day is done.” There are several hun-

dred road workers employed by government and by private sector contractors during the construction season. Road work sites on Prince Edward Island are required to be marked and controlled to limit the risk of collision or injury.

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CANADIAN TRUCKING ALLIANCE [CTA]

Trucking Chief Ponders the Good, Bad & the Ugly of Canada-US Border & Trade Issues

oronto, Ontario – Canadian Trucking Alliance CEO David Bradley evoked a spaghetti western theme in a speech to the Canadian-American Border Trade Alliance this week by describing the “good, bad and the ugly” of Canada-US border and trade issues. The good, according to Bradley: The Free & Secure Trade (FAST) program and the e-Manifest programs in both countries, the soon to be commenced in-transit pilot program in the U.S., progress on the Gordie Howe International Bridge and continuing work towards a ‘single window’ concept. However, Bradley lamented the fact that “security still trumps trade and there is no denying the so-called security measures that have been introduced over the past 15 years have reduced efficiency and productivity at the border.” Even though the line-ups and delays at the border are no longer measured in days as they were in the years immediately following 9/11, trucks are still subject to extended

backups on any given day and the unpredictability with regard to wait times impairs the reliability of the North American supply chain, which impacts both Canada and the United States, he said. He also decried the introduction of measures by non-customs departments that have no element of risk management and fees – in particular citing the US Agricultural Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) fees introduced by the US Department of Agriculture, which he characterized as being illegal under NAFTA and GATT by contradicting the spirit of initiatives such as the Beyond the Borders action plan. As well he argued there are still several inconsistencies between how Canada approaches the trusted-traders and eManifest programs compared to how the US does. In order to access the FAST lane to the U.S., for example, trusted carriers and importers must have Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) certification whereas a trusted trader needs to be both Partners-

In-Protection (PIP) and Customs Self-Assessment (CSA) approved to enter Canada, even though the latter has nothing to do with security. He said the lack of real progress on true preclearance versus pre-inspection – which he says requires two stops where currently there is one – and Canada’s decision not to equip any commercial lanes with radio frequency identification (RFID) is “if not ugly, then at least underwhelming.” That’s also how he described the US response so far to a “broadly-supported and common sense” proposal from industry on both sides of the border to allow foreign drivers to reposition foreign empty trailers. Describing what he called the five pillars of an ideal future, Bradley called on both governments to: 1. Introduce true reci-

which he said could be tiered to reflect different security levels and the elimination of the CDRP card in Canada and the transportation worker identification card (TWIC) in the United States. 3. Equip all commercial

procity between the PIP and C-TPAT programs and elimination by Canada of the CSA program for carriers; 2. Adopt a one-card system for drivers built around the FAST card,

lanes into Canada with RFID, replacing the requirement for transponders by using the FAST card which is already RFIDready as the means of transmission, standardizing the advance notice

for e-Manifest for trusted traders to 30 minutes in both countries and making e-Manifest for empties mandatory. 4. Consistent with real perimeter security and a beyond the border focus, introduce true pre-clearance in the form of “Green Lanes” where trusted traders and shipments will obtain advance clearance electronically at approved facilities and proceed to and cross the border without having to stop at all.

5. Ensure regulations (e.g., labour mobility for truck drivers) reflect modern logistics practices and seek true North American standards where possible. “I know there are many challenges and obstacles that need to be overcome to make this a reality,” Bradley said. “However, if we have the vision there are enough smart, hardworking people in government and industry on both sides of the border to make it happen.”

POLARIS TRANSPORTATION GROUP

Jon Saunders of Polaris, Joins Discussion on 2016 Monetary Policy Report

n April 14, 2016 Jon Saunders, COO of Polaris Global Logistics and VP Finance of Polaris Transportation Group, participated in a discussion on the Bank of Canada’s Monetary Policy report. The session featured Deputy Governor Lynn Patterson and Chief Economist Eric Santor. Polaris Transportation was the only transportation company to attend the discussion and was

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selected after a recent tour of their head office facility in Mississauga. The group was comprised of senior leaders across many industry segments. The tone of the meeting was one of cautious optimism as key components were investigated that served to stimulate economic growth domestically, between Canada and the USA and on a global basis. The impact of the new federal budget, volatile foreign exchange rates,

inflation, interest rates and the housing market were all elements of the discussion. According to Jon Saunders, “We look forward to opportunities where we can gain valuable insight into the economic road ahead. Representing Polaris and the transportation sector, allowed me to gather information, share our perspective and carry the knowledge gained on to my colleagues, partner carriers and customers

throughout our extensive service network.” Founded in 1994, Polaris Transportation is best known for its scheduled LTL service between Canada and the USA. Specializing in the shipment of dry goods, Polaris continues to make life easier for the shipping community by adding additional service and technology advancements. For more information on Polaris visit their website at www. polaristransport.com.

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KELSEY TRAIL TRUCKING LTD.

Premier Logistics Provider Celebrates 35 Years of Business Success BY MAREK KRASUSKI

his year Kelsey Trail Trucking Ltd. celebrates 35 years of successful business operations. By any standard, longstanding success is difficult. In trucking, an industry defined by competition, just in time deliveries, driver shortages, and onerous regulations, success is nothing short of remarkable. To this

end, Kelsey Trail Trucking Ltd. consistently reaches milestones in key sectors. Among them is its success as a total logistics solutions provider, specializing in the delivery of LTL and FTL flat deck long haul services. From origin to final destination, this premier transportation company delivers precision logistics planning and execution with an assurance of qual-

ity at every stage of the process. Acknowledging its dual commitment to the importance of just-in-time deliveries for its shipper clients, and to the environment, Kelsey Trail Trucking Ltd. uses state-of-the-art equipment to ensure deliveries are promptly dispatched and received on time, while minimizing fuel consumption and adhering

IN MEMORIAM

Remembering Ken Hellawell BY BARB WOODWARD

en Hellawell one of the trucking industry’s icons passed away on May 8th in his 85th year. Ken had been suffering from bone cancer. He will be sadly missed by all especially those who knew him well. Jim Forget and his wife Pauline were long-time friends of Ken’s over 30 years in fact. Jim said that Ken’s life was well spent. He was good hearted and willing to do anything for you. He was involved in the regional, provincial and national truck driving championships. The OTDC in fact used to be called the ‘Truck Roadeo’ but the title of the event was later changed to the The Ontario Trucking Driving Championships. Ken’s nickname in the early days

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was ‘Mr. Roadeo’. The OTDC has been a place where Ken spent much of his time as a competitor and sponsor, not to mention he was a past president of the championships and occasionally served as an ambassador. Everyone knew him it seemed – drivers, fleet owners, sponsors, and the media. While at the championships, Ken would collect pins. By the time he stopped going to these events, his hat was covered. If he was at an event in Windsor, he’d buy a pin or have one given to him. He did this everywhere he went until there was no open space left on his hat. Penny Rabishaw, past president of the OTDC also knew Ken well and said she will miss his smiles, hugs and the occasional wink.

Ken was a real outgoing person always ready to engage in an interesting conversation. I remember seeing him occasionally at the O.T.D.C. and Canadian Fleet Maintenance Seminars. He was always there ready to help out. Most of his life he lived in various parts of the GTA. While there he was a member of the Fleet Driver Trainers Council and the Motor Vehicle Safety Association. He was a truck driver for many years driving for OK Express. He was also involved in driver and safety training. Ken also worked for Smith Transport and was involved with the move to piggyback trailers via rail in the early 1960’s. One of Ken’s favourite past times was to hunt. Ken would go up north every year to hunt deer, moose and the occasional partridge. Ken is survived by his six children: Karen, Doug, Robin, Darren, Brent and Jody. His many grandchildren will miss him dearly as their caring grandpa. A celebration of his life will be held on June 5th, between 2 and 4 p.m. at the Lindsay Legion, 12 York Street North, Lindsay, Ontario. Thankyou Ken for your numerous contributions to the trucking industry. We will surely miss you!

to this nation’s exacting environmental standards. In addition, all equipment has regulated maintenance and safety check schedules to assure maximum operational capability. Kelsey Trail Trucking Ltd. operates from two terminals with proximity to major markets in western, central and eastern Canada. Its eastern Canada terminal in Innisfil, Ontario, north of Toronto, is a fully equipped, 14,000 sq. ft. facility. Its second location in Dundurn, Saskatchewan boasts 30,000 square feet. Both sites are equipped with storage and freight transferring capabilities. Experienced fork-lift operators are on hand to ensure the efficient and controlled transfer and storage of freight. While financial and equipment capital plays

a strategic role in Kelsey Trail’s longstanding success, it is the company’s human capital that ensures its position as a leading logistics provider. Notes Company President Jim Clunie: “Our operation places value on our drivers. Like our equipment, we have drivers we can be proud of. We offer stable employment and a lot of respect for our drivers. We understand the pressures of the job - away from home, log book regulations, law enforcement - and do as much as we can to relieve that stress,” Jim said, adding, “we pride ourselves on the highest level of service which is only possible by having the best drivers. Without good drivers nothing else works.” To be sure, one company driver had this to say about how Kelsey

Trail Trucking Ltd. rises far above the pale of many competitors. “The work is always there. We have the option of loading up right away when we return to the terminal. This company is always doing things for us drivers.” Drivers, too benefit from comprehensive, ongoing training. With expertise in logistics planning and delivery, reliance on state-of-the-art equipment, strategically located and fully equipped yards, and a proven leader in customer service and driver satisfaction, Kelsey Trail Trucking Ltd. is well positioned to embark on yet another chapter of success in commercial transportation. For more information contact this transportation innovator at www.kelseytrail.com.

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HEALTHY LIVING

Glutathione – An Important Antioxidant

BY BRENDA RICKER

he most powerful antioxidant you have never heard of is called Glutathione. As Glutathione levels decline, your body can pay a terrible price! If glutathione is so important, why haven’t most people heard of it? Because it’s the antioxidant that is produced in the body itself. It’s the critical key to the life, health, performance and longevity of every human cell, and that’s just the beginning! It is almost impossible to overstate the importance of glutathione. It is the cells’ first line of defense against the most

violent attackers, namely free radicals, chemical toxins, radiation and heavy metals. It is the first line of defense against toxins that enter your body through the foods and liquids you consume. The cells in your lungs use glutathione to try to eliminate the air pollutants and countless other toxins you breathe before they are transported throughout your body. The liver cells use glutathione as their purifier to detoxify your blood. Your eye and skin cells use glutathione to protect themselves against radiation. When glutathione levels decrease that’s bad news for your body! The continuous attacks on your cells, the invasion of toxins and heavy metals and exposure to radiation and free radicals, can lower our levels of glutathione. Cells are damaged and lose

their optimal function. The aging process (and all of its issues) accelerates. Energy levels fall, inflammation levels increase and all of the cells, tissues and organs pay the price. Glutathione levels are also depleted by any trauma encountered by the cells, including injuries, infections and diseases. Even stress, p o o r

diet, lack o f sleep and exercise can reduce glutathione levels. Twelve amazing facts about Glutathione: 1) It is the most abundant antioxidant manufactured in the human body. It is the master of sequestering free radicals. 2) It is the only anti-

oxidant that recycles itself after it has neutralized a free radical. 3) It recycles ingested antioxidants including Vitamin C, Vitamin E as well as Alpha Lipoic Acid after they have been utilized. 4) It maintains healthy oxidant-reductant levels of the cells (cellular redox homeostasis). 5) It reduces hemoglobin to a plus 2 state so it can accept oxygen and carry it to the cells. 6) It helps support a healthy immune system. 7) It protects the DNA in the nucleus of the cell. 8) It protects the mitochondrial DNA of the cells. 9) It reduces Lipid Peroxides formed by the oxidation of fats. 10) It transports amino acids from outside of the cell into the cell, allowing protein biosynthesis to take place. 11) It is the first line of protection against environ-

mental and chemical toxins. 12) It is the major sequestering agent of heavy metals. Glutathione is the protector and detoxifier of the cell. It is produced by every cell in your body. It is the primary protector and detoxifier of the cell. To understand its importance, consider these four facts: 1) Every cell in your body would die prematurely. 2) The entire defense (immune) system of your body would surrender and cease to function. 3) Your liver, which cleanses all of the toxins you ingest or inhale, could no longer cleanse any poison or toxin, as glutathione is responsible for detoxifying. 4) Oxygen based life (human) would be impossible. Studies have recognized an association between people who have higher

glutathione levels, they have: 1) Strengthened immune systems. 2) Feel more energetic. 3) Recover faster from exercise. 4) Claim better stamina and endurance. 5) Experience greater focus. 6) Sleep better. Better health, better performance, faster recovery, and increased energy are a few of the benefits associated with high glutathione levels. If you’re rundown, if you’re fatigued, if your body just isn’t firing on all cylinders, low glutathione may be part of it, both cause and effect. This is a very important message and I can only give you so much here, so if you would like a total report, just contact me at health_you_deserve@yahoo.ca.

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From the

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

Healthy Choices

ealth matters to everyone, but especially to drivers who spend lots of sedentary time behind the wheel locked in the same position. Statistics show that truckers’ life spans are markedly lower than the average, so attention to health becomes even more imperative. I asked, “What do you do to stay healthy on the road?” These drivers offered their perspective on living the good life even while working.

DRIVE STAR SHUTTLE SYSTEMS LTD.

Photo Contest Winner!

rive Star is pleased to announce our first winner is Rick Lavigne, a Drive Star driver who took his winning shot, entitled “Landscape – Columbia River Looking West” which won out over dozens of other great shots too! As you can see below,

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Rick is accepting the $500 First Prize cheque, from Andrew Priest our CEO and Gary Ward our General Manager at the recent Truck World 2016 show! Rick will automatically be entered for the Annual Contest Overall Winner who will win $2,500.

DARREN KLEVEN drives for Northern Uniform Services in Sudbury. “Here are a few things I try to do or have done. Plan to bring a pair of running shoes and some gym style clothes to change in and out of. Eat a little better at the old choke and puke. I also pay attention to the beauty that I witness (401 excluded) and breathe it in. I listen more to what a higher power might be saying to me and a bit less to mindless radio. Tune in to CBC and engage in the conversation. I often learn something vital. I read things that will feed my intellect, or spirit instead of watching the latest Iron Man etc. on the big screen in the driver’s room or on my laptop / in cab DVD player. It all starts with taking the first step. Try it. Guaranteed, if nothing else, you will immediately feel a bit better about your choices and yourself.”

STAN MICHAELS drives for Paradise Freightways. “I eat out of my truck vegetables, salads, precooked meals from home. I have a fridge, deep freeze, cooker and coffee maker so the water I use is consistent. I have everything from hamburger, lasagna, potatoes, noodles and rice, and I eat as much as I want, just as if I were at home. Nothing different.”

ERIC SCHMIDT drives for Ryder Trucking. “It’s all about making better choices and staying away from fast foods. Subway is a good choice as far as getting fresh vegetables is concerned. I stay away from the pastas and processed meats and stick with the fresh meats like ham and turkey and roast beef. When at a diner it’s best to just make better choices. For example, don’t order meals with too much gravy. Try not to eat so much as if it’s your last meal. You want to eat enough but not to the point that you feel groggy and tired. This can be a sedentary lifestyle, so it’s necessary to make the right dietary choices. Portion control is a big part. I also take a walk at the end of the day to get out of the cab and get some exercise.”

Our columnists regularly lend their opinions to our readers with expert advice on many subjects. If you have a question or would like your opinions shared with our readers, contact me at marek@ woodwardpublishing. com. Please include your answer, your first and last name, your employer, and two head shots. We thank you for any contribution.

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HEALTHY TRUCKER

Managing Stress on the Road

BY ANDREA MORLEY

n a world where we are always being pushed to do better, accomplish more, and cram more work into less time, we are all facing the stress that life throws at us. For drivers, this stress is multiplied as they have to cope while alone and on the road for up to weeks at a time. It’s no easy feat, and the health of our drivers is suffering as a result. The health implications of stress are massive, including high blood pressure, heart disease, increased cortisol levels and obesity. Additionally, stress can cause drivers to have difficulty focusing on the road, potentially leading to distracted driving and poor focus, which is a huge safety concern for the driver themselves, as well as those on the road around them. So what’s a driver to do? It’s not realistic to expect a driver to simply drop the stress in their lives. Imagine if we could do that… I wouldn’t even need to write this article. What’s more important than ridding your life of stress is learning how to properly manage it.

That may sound idealistic and like something you have heard time and time before, but it is important to really take a minute to think about how you (and your body) react to stress and how you can adjust it. When you find yourself in a stressful situation, ask yourself 3 questions: Am I or my family in physical danger or legal trouble? Do I have control over what is stressing me out? Can someone else help me with the issue? If the answer is no to all of the above, then you may feel helpless and think there are no immediate steps you can take, but it is important to begin some stress reducing strategies as soon as possible. Try these tips: Deep Breathing: Stress can bring about increases in blood pressure and the hormone cortisol, and longterm high levels of cortisol can cause weight gain. To reduce your blood pressure and cortisol levels almost immediately, take 3 very deep, mindful breaths. This can be done at any time during the day, whether or not you’re feeling stressed, such as when you first get into the truck, while sitting in traffic, before getting out of the truck and carrying on with your day, and before bed. It may sound silly or not have much effect, but give it a try and you’ll be surprised at how much more relaxed you feel. Remember, it’s about controlling your body’s response to the stress, not solving the world’s issues. Talking it Out: Talking to a friend, coworker, spouse,

or even a counsellor is a great way to release the thoughts that are brewing in your mind. Explaining your situation to someone else can help us find clarity, can bring helpful advice, and can prevent us from feeling alone. Finally, prioritize everything that is contributing to your stress and determine what needs immediate

attention, what can wait until later, and what will require help from others. Focusing on one issue at a time will give you clarity and possibly make the issue seem smaller than before. Other ongoing stress management techniques include adjusting your radio to something a little more upbeat and positive, rather

than sad or stress-inducing. Also, fully winding down at the end of each day with a book, funny show or movie, or even some simple stretching can go a long way. Creating a to-do list or schedule for your next day can help you clear your mind before bed, and can help start your next day off on the right foot. Everyone will always

have stress in their lives to varying degrees, but by learning to adapt just a bit better, the negative implications can be reduced, resulting in happier, healthier, safer drivers on the road. Now, take 3 deep breaths and see how you feel! Andrea can be reached at www.healthytrucker. com.

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TRANSPORT FOR CHRIST

Father’s Day Wish

BY CHAPLAIN LEN REIMER

he words of Psalm 23:6 tell us that “surely God’s goodness and unfailing love will pursue” us. Surely - not maybe or perhaps. But how can that be? How can we be sure of God’s goodness and love?

The man who wrote those words, King David of Israel, experienced God’s goodness and mercy all his days and nights. Whether the sun was shining, or it was midnight in his soul, David was able to say, “Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me.” It’s so much easier for us to say “most days” or “some days.” Yet these verses promise God’s presence all the days of our lives. This is not a promise that all our days will be good or happy, but rather an assurance that the God of mercy will follow us through the good and the bad days, the rich and the poor days, the sick and the well days - all the

days of our lives. When we believe this promise, we bring his presence into our problems. It is his presence in all of our nights that rings from our lips the certain cry. “Surely!” His sweet friendship lights up good days and makes them even better. So we do not have a ‘maybe’ or a ‘perhaps’ or a ‘hopefully’, but a ‘surely’ that is rooted in the proven promises of God. Such certainty in the reliability of the good and loving Shepherd of our soul grows trust day by day, whether he leads us through the dark valleys in the shadows or on the high hills in the sunshine. Happy Father’s Day!

READER’S POEM Editor’s Note: Several months ago Ontario Trucking News published a story highlighting the tremendous damage caused by collisions with animals on this nation’s highways. Too many times, perhaps, damage is estimated using only economic measures, failing to take into account the physical, emotional and even spiritual damage wrought by such destruction. In this poem Darren Kleven, trucker, writer and poet, calls us to consider the other implications – both to ourselves and to the animals who pay the ultimate price in these tragic encounters.

Where 90 Meets Zero I spotted what I thought were bits of tire from my perch atop my Bulldog Doe eyes staring northward, uncomprehending, catching mine as I sped by Shocked brown meeting blue at the speed of life In the center of the intersection where 90 meets zero Blinking, ears alert, forelimbs folded in repose like a pets Hind quarters missing, her middle pasted to the asphalt where Another metal behemoth at 90 met zero She rolled, her head too heavy – suddenly As my bow wind convinced her to lie down – finally Her spirit, caught up in my slipstream, followed me – all day In my mind, in my soul until I could w/right her here Reminder of another time, same trail, opposite direction When I flew a white Eagle A Wolf emerged from the forest, trying to cross the wide open space It merged with me for a while, matching my speed from zero to 90 Pacing itself with the yellow dashes down the center, fully horizontal Claws grabbing, lungs panting, tongue and teeth bared with exertion and fear I pulled ahead; the hill and my weight winning me first place Spotting the fresh daylight behind me, he arced hard to the right Pushed behind by another behemoth; unable to stop or slow I watched In my mirror as his golden brown eyes seized mine at the instant That four rolling tires transformed him from living power and strength to hamburger Nothing I could do as 70 lbs met 80,000 where 90 meets zero. What is it about; a moment in time; about a blink where two paths intersect, where 90 meets zero, where death stands watching and points to the loser in the contest. What can be said about a moment inspiring creativity, sadness, truth seeking and meaning making? I am not sure, but your spirits live on, shaping my soul as I honour you despite remorse for witnessing your sacrifice where 90 meets zero. Darren Kleven 46 June 2016