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February 2014 Issue 69

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SmartTruck Canada

Maintenance Free Alternative to Traditional Side Skirts

By Marek Krasuski

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n 2009, the US-based SmartTruck Systems was founded by experienced researchers to study aerodynamic drag on tractor trailers and to devise the most effective means for its elimination. Just two years later SmartTruck introduced its prototype Undertray System, a series of aerodynamic components which, after rigorous testing, have proven to yield significant savings by reducing aerodynamic drag. Evidence based research purporting significant gains is supported by testimonials from customers such as Paraclete Transport which claims “we are seeing a 6 to 9% increase in mileage and no maintenance required compared to skirts.”

SmartTruck offers a variety of Undertray configurations to meet t h e s p e c i f i c needs of fleets. The UT-1 System, noted to yield an average 5.5% improved fuel economy, consists of two components; the Undertray and a roof fairing. The UT-6 Base System, with a “solid 7% improveSmartTruck, page 4 >>

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our team

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Spotlight on…

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Theme: Fuel Economy Products

Barb Woodward

Halina Mikicki

Rick Woodward

Chris Charles

Carl McBride

Marek Krasuski

President & Account Executive

Administration

Distribution Manager

Art Director & MIS

Account Executive

Editor in Chief

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New Products & Services

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Tires & Wheels

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A Drive Back in Time

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Products & Services Directory

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Truck Stop Directory

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Employment

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Traction-TruckPro Directory

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ment” in fuel economy, is equipped with an Undertray, roof fairing, and rear air deflector. The third model, the UT6-Plus has the same components as the UT6 package but also includes two side fairings on the rear of the trailer with a 10% improved fuel economy.

One of SmartTruck’s principal founders is Mike Henderson, formerly an engineer for Boeing Aircraft who brings design expertise and an insistence on verifiable data to the Undertray System. In keeping with the tradition of data collection three testing approaches have been used to measure the product’s performance.

The first approach, the computational fluid dynamics (CFD) testing, enabled the company to locate the most intense low pressure activity directly behind the trailer and take steps toward its remediation. The next Coast down testing procedure, the ‘gold standard’

of automotive aerodynamic testing, enabled company engineers to isolate the effects of drag.

Finally, SAE testing certified SmartTruck’s efficiency status, a designation required for compliance with the EPA and the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Formal test results showed a 10 percent fuel savings for trailers equipped with the UT6-Plus system and 5.5 percent savings on the UT1 model.

Unlike side skirts which

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require frequent adjustm en t a n d r epa i r, th e Undertray System fits easily into the footprint of the trailer, virtually eliminating any damage since there are no protrusions or extensions vulnerable to damage from external objects. The Front Tray Fairing and attached Integrated Sled are mounted in the middle of the trailer’s underside, 23 feet from the rear. The Rear Diffuser is attached to the back of the trailer’s underside, with the Aero Rain Guards attached to the roof and the Side Fairings mounted on the sides of the trailer at the back.

Aerodynamic drag has long been a scientific fact of life for carriers. But it is a costly reality. Rectangular shaped trailers are especially difficult to pull through the air. The faster a trailer is pulled, the more intense is the low pressure wake that follows behind. This wake is the largest cause of aerodynamic drag, creating a parachute-like

effect on the back of the trailer which actually tries to pull the trailer backward into the wake. Consequently, more fuel is burned as the tractor compensates for the pull-back effect.

John Manchulenko is Business Development Manager for SmartTruck Canada, the Canadian distributor for the Aerodynamic Undertray System.

Manchulenko describes the system as the only one of its kind with proven

fuel reduction results confirmed by exacting testing protocols undertaken by independent third parties.

“There is nothing like this out there in terms of savings, ease of installation and durability,” he says. Indeed, documented footage shows an Undertray System with only minimal damage after the driver accidentally drove over a median, leaving the loaded trailer supported solely by the Undertray.

Once the trailer was put back on the road the Undertray popped back into its original shape. The Undertray System owes its durability to tough polyethylene plastics which are fully recyclable materials frequently found in marine and trucking applications and proven to withstand the abuse of road wear and tear,

compressed air is directed through the undercarriage in order to prevent air flow building resistance by fanning out around the axles and brake chambers.”

Manchulenko adds that the Undertray works in tandem with all other parts, including the Rear Diffuser. Mounted at the back of the trailer’s underside, this slightly curved box-like container cleans up the air flow around the bumper. In addition, it helps to re-gather the air which has flowed through the undercarriage and keep it low to the ground.

The blunt surface of the box-shaped dimensions at the back of the trailer is the largest low pressure area and the highest contributor to aerodynamic drag. This is the force that tends to draw a vehicle following a truck on the road into the back of the

chemicals and weather. The UnderTray’ life expectancy is equivalent to the lifespan of three trailers.

These aerodynamic devices sculpt and redirect the passage of air to minimize wind resistance. “As air travels under the trailer the forward Undertray and integrated sled first gathers and then compresses the air between the bottom of the tray and the road surface. The

trailer. The curved side fairings are meant to counteract this low pressure force by tucking the air pressure back against the trailer. Similarly, the roof-mounted rain guard takes the air that normally dissipates and enlarges the low pressure system and redirects the air flow down along the back of the trailer toward the ground. Aerodynamic drag, therefore, is minimized thanks to these components which

compress and accelerate low pressure and replace it with high energy airflow into the trailer wake.

Concludes Manchulenko: “The whole point of these components is to shrink the low pressure system and bring it closer to the ground to relieve drag on the trailer.” Eliminating low pressure hot spots at the back of the trailer also minimizes snow and ice buildup.

Installation of the Undertray System is as easy as the system is durable. The Forward Tray Fairing and Integrated Sled are attached and bolted together prior to installation on the trailer underside.

The two components are then simply clamped to the flanges of the trailer’s

fits that distinguish the SmartTruck Aerodynamic UnderTray System as a premier product are improved tire and brake temperatures. Other technologies work by blocking the air coming from under the trailer, resulting in less cooling capacity over tire and brake systems.

SmartTruck’s unique design and positioning of all components within the footprint of the trailer allow air to flow over and around tire and brake systems.

To survive in an industry with razor thin profits calls for continuous efforts in containing operational costs. The SmartTruck Aerodynamic UnderTray System, supported by leading edge technol-

I beams. The Rear Diffuser is similarly clamped to the slider rails at the back of the trailer, and the Aerodynamic Rain Guard is bolted to the extruded overhanging flange on the roof. Installation takes just two hours and the components are maintenance free due to the durable properties of the Thermoplastic Olefin polyethylene plastic.

Finally, standing alongside these multiple bene-

ogy and independent, verifiable tests is the industry’s answer to improving trailer efficiencies and enhancing the overall driving experience.

For more information, contact SmartTruck Canada at www.smarttruckcanada.com, or John Manchulenko, Business Development Manager, at john@SmartTruckCanada. com.

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Cross Border Services

Biggest Drug Smuggling Tunnel Ever Found

By Dawn Truell

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ave you heard about this drug smuggling tunnel equipped with elec-

tricity, ventilation and a rail system that connects San Diego, California to Tijuana, Mexico? The exact length has not been revealed but the Mexican media reported that it’s near the Tijuana airport, and runs about 25 miles or 36 kilometres with a reported depth of 35 feet.

Imagine the amount of hours and people it would have taken to dig that!

The tunnel is amazingly complex and is even equipped with rail tracks stretching the entire length, push carts,

ventilation systems, lighting and electronically controlled steel doors.

The cost of this tunnel would have been in the millions. During the discovery more than eight tons of marijuana, 325 pounds of cocaine and 22 tons of various drugs were found inside. To date, there have been 75 such secret tunnels found. In San Diego, Otay Mesa to be exact, there are warehouses that receive and store these drugs. We sure don’t hear that in the news!

Since discovery, this highly sophisticated tunnel has been shut down.

The persons arrested so far face 10 years in prison for drug trafficking. That doesn’t seem enough of a sentence to me, people get life in prison for less severe crimes than this.

For information regarding all cross border initiatives, C-TPAT, PIP, FAST, CSA please con-

Ontario Trucking Association (OTA)

US Requirement to Carry Medical Docs Doesn’t Apply to Canadian Licence Holders

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he Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) recent announcement that commercial drivers are required to possess medical certificates for another year, does NOT apply to commercial drivers’ licences issued by Canadian provinces, CTA has confirmed.

The news that FMCSA will require drivers to possess their medical certificates for another year has caused some confusion for Canadian fleets and insurers.

CTA has since clarified with FMCSA that this announcement does not impact the holders of commercial drivers’ licences, issued by Canadian juris-

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dictions.

Commercial drivers’ licences issued by Canadian jurisdictions are already proof of medical fitness as per the CanadaUS Medical Reciprocity Agreement, negating the need for drivers to carry a separate medical certificate in addition to their licence. In other words, Canadian jurisdictions do not issue commercial licences until drivers have submitted their medical information and it is verified by the licensing issuing authority in each Canadian jurisdiction.

The details of this agreement are spelled out in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation 391.41 (a)(1)(i) and have been in place since March 30,

1999.

Commercial drivers with Canadian issued drivers licences who are not medically qualified to operate in the US will have a code “W” indicator on their licence and abstracts.

The announcement by FMCSA is only applicable to holders of State-issued commercial drivers’ licences. States were originally given until January 30, 2014 by FMCSA to adopt essentially the same model as that followed by Canadian jurisdictions for vetting medical information before issuing driver’s licences, however many have fallen behind schedule - hence the extension until January 30, 2015, announced

by FMCSA.

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tact Dawn Truell of Cross Border Services 905-973-

9136, dawntruell@gmail. com, www.crossborder-

services.org www.c-tpatcertified.com.

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Three Business Reasons for Using Factoring for Your Trucking Business

By Bruce Sayer

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wners of trucking and transportation companies include factoring as part of their financing toolkit to overcome cash flow issues and increase their ability to operate at peak capacity.

Factoring is commonly used in the industry and is an ideal solution to solve a wide number of cash flow challenges.

The Challenge of Finding Cash to Meet Operating Expenses Even the most successful trucking companies go through periods where their outgoing cash requirements exceed cash-onhand. That’s especially true for transportation companies that offer extended credit terms to their customers for large lucrative contracts. When you have to invest the manpower and resources upfront to deliver your services, it’s often tough to wait 30-60 days for an invoice to be paid. In the interim, you still need to make payroll, pay for fuel and maintenance, and the dozen other dayto-day expenses needed to keep your trucks rolling.

Factoring your freight bills provides immediate cash to pay operating expenses. And, if you utilize unique products such as “Factoring Line of Credit”, you can draw on funds only when you need them (and pay factoring fees only on funds drawn).

The Challenge of Managing a Wide Variety of Credit Terms One of the key strategies for keeping your cash flow healthy is tightly managing your invoicing and accounts receivable. Every trucking business owner will tell you that large or small, your trucking company will deal with a number of difficult accounts.

In fact, the larger your company becomes, the more likely you’ll deal with large lucrative customers who demand extended payment terms. And, often those payment terms will differ from customer to customer. What results is a roller coaster ride of cash flow that can be difficult to predict and track even if all customers pay you within their agreed upon term.

The water becomes even muddier when you add to

the mix those customers who pay late.

Factoring your trucking invoices evens out cash flow, making it predictable and immediate. You issue your invoices and receive cash within 24 hours. The factoring company then manages your receivables and waits to be paid by your customer. Not only does factoring create im-

mediate cash, it also reduces the administrative time, headaches and costs of chasing after receivables.

The Challenge of Managing Through Growth and Transition Any trucking business owner who’s experienced rapid growth or gone through a significant business transition will tell

you that rapid growth and transition eat cash flow for breakfast. Unfortunately, these exciting and often turbulent times for your business are when traditional financers, like banks, smell risk and retreat like turtles into their shells.

Factoring companies, however, take a completely different view of high

growth companies and trucking businesses in transition. As long as you deal with creditworthy customers, you can qualify for factoring for the cash needed to finance your trucking company’s growth, or to see it through its time of transition.

For more information about factoring, visit www. accutraccapital.com.

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Ontario Trucking Association (OTA)

“iBanks” Way to Deal with Canada’s Aging Infrastructure?

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anada needs to find new ways of repairing, building and financing the country’s aging infrastructure, according to a report released by the Van Horne Institute.

The conclusions in the report are based on feedback from a six-city series of roundtables held earlier this year on Canada’s transportation policies for the 21st century.

“Most Canadians instinctively know that an efficient, reliable and safe infrastruc-

ture is the ‘great enabler’ of our national, provincial and municipal economies,” said Peter Wallis, President and CEO of the Van Horne Institute.

One of the main subjects covered by the paper is whether Canada should follow other countries in creating infrastructure banks (“iBanks”) to provide another tool of funding mechanisms for future infrastructure projects.

“How we price infrastructure in Canada was dis-

cussed in every city. There was a clear consensus that continued reliance on unpredictable and ‘lumpy’ government assistance alone for funding infrastructure was not an option,” Wallis said. “Most participants agreed that new funding models will, more and more, have to rely on some form of tolling or real-time, dynamic, variable pricing to generate stable, localized revenue streams.”

“Moving Canadians from

roads that have historically been ‘free goods’ or moving from massivelysubsidized urban transit systems towards new pricing mechanisms that encourage more efficient use of infrastructure in Canada will take considerable political, business and bureaucratic leadership,” Wallis claimed.

The Van Horne Institute will be releasing another paper on the issue of “iBanks” later this month.

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Theme: Fuel Economy Products

An Overview of Fuel Economy Products

By Marek Krasuski

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uel economy products continue to dominate industry discourse, particularly in light of the never ending spate of requirements imposed by regulators calling for further reductions. It can be difficult to sift through all the promises made by various providers, but the potential savings make the effort worthwhile in the long run. Fuel additives are arguably the most contentious products that draw heated debate on both sides on the fuel-savings spectrum. Proponents say that, in addition to fuel economy, high performance fuel additives may, for example, provide excellent cold start performance, increase cetane counts, improve fuel combustion, and add lubricity.

On the other side are voices like the U.S. Federal Trade Commission which cautions against gas-saving claims promised by oil and gas additives. It discounts claims by advertisers which boast up to 25 percent in fuel savings.

These results come from Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) research showing that of more than 100 gas-saving devices tested, none significantly improved mileage. Glowing testimonials about gas-saving products by satisfied customers fail to mention contributing conditions that increase savings, such as road and weather conditions, driving behaviour, traffic, and possible tune-ups.

Some technicians say the benefits of additives are

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limited, though most endorse additives that remove water. These may not rack up savings, but they are crucial in removing condensation which if left unchecked can block fuel lines.

Aerodynamic add-ons have become important features in the attempt to achieve better yields.

Smart Truck is one company that promises an average of 8.5 percent fuel economy with its Undertray system. Several components work in tandem to redirect air flow more efficiently, thereby

vigorous horizontal ones.

This reduces vehicle sway, improves stability in gusty cross wind conditions and increases fuel economy.”

There are 24 Airtabs down each side of the trailer - 3 Airtabs for every linear foot.

Other methods of enhancing fuel economy deal with adjusting the parameters of ECMs in order to align with the specific applications of a truck.

Bully Dog is one company that has established itself as a premier provider of this service. The secret to the Bully Dog Pro-

reducing aerodynamic drag.

Airtabs is another company which has been making a name for itself by reducing drag at critical points, namely at the tractor trailer gap and the rear of the trailer. Ron Davidson, President of Aeroserve Technologies, maker or Airtabs in the Ottawa region, says the Airtabs break up the air flow into counter rotating vortices, thereby dispersing the energy more evenly. These devices are peeled and easily attached to targeted areas and require no hinges, brackets or other attachments.

Mounted on both tractors and trailers at the crucial drag production points, Airtabs will reduce turbulence, improve vehicle stability, and reduce drag by changing the direction of the dominant wind flow pattern. Airtab installation requires one man hour per unit. Notes the company website: “Airtabs™ reduce drag at the trailer rear by changing the dominant flow pattern from vertical to horizontal. Airtabs™ change the airflow from the alternating formation of large vertical eddies to a line of dozens of small

grammer’s success is the ability to fine tune the Engine Control Module (ECM). Identical engines coming off an assembly line are established with preset, wide parameters to accommodate the multiple applications for each new build.

In other words, one good file on one truck is created, then copied and pasted to each additional engine.

Even though the trucks are identical, the ECMs have different characteristics.

W h i l e factory tuning works f i n e , t r u c k s do not run to maximum efficiency because of these standardized parameters - an essential limita- t i o n since manufacturers cannot take the time to write custom tuning programs for each unit. The Programmer addresses this limitation by making 50 adjustments to the ECM in order to reduce fuel consumption, increase engine power, improve

torque, and burn fuel at hotter temperatures, thus reconfiguring healthier engines that also generate less exhaust particulate than stock tuning engines.

Bully Dog has had to deal with other contenders in the marketplace.

Diesel Spec, according to Peter Friesen of Advanced Tuneups Sales and Service, has been expanding its market share in Canada due principally to its lower cost. “Diesel Spec is a lower cost alternative because adjustments are geared directly into the ECM. There is no tuner to buy

w h i c h probably accounts for the biggest difference in pricing.

The ECM programming is completed in 2 hours and as little as half an hour.” Fuel savings reportedly range from 5 to 25 percent. Notes Diesel Spec: “A fuel economy of 1 MPG on a truck that is driven

200,000 km per year will save you $12,000.00 per year in fuel. If you have a fleet of 10 trucks, you will save $120,000 per year.”

Another form of fuel enhancement is being promoted by the BCbased Empire Hydrogen Energy Systems. (Other companies use the same technology with varying

results.) Small amounts of hydrogen and oxygen are piped into the intake of the engine. The effect maximizes the combustion process by activating every molecule in the diesel so it burns more completely. Normally the majority of energy in the fuel is directed as heat in the engine exhaust and through cylinder walls.

The Empire Hydroxy Fuel Enhancement System ™ can be installed on any internal combustion engine which burns gasoline, diesel fuel or propane. It produces hydrogen and oxygen from water on demand by electrolysis.

The hydrogen, which has a much higher flame speed than gasoline or diesel vapour, acts as a catalyst, causing the fuel to burn faster, cleaner and more completely. This results in cleaner exhaust emissions, improved gas mileage and increased

power.

Other products such as Econo Boost provided

by BD Diesel Performance improve fuel economy by injecting fuel earlier in the combustion process.

The main feature of this product is the big improvement in fuel economy for highway tractors - of course the more miles you put on, the quicker you get your money back to underwrite the purchase price.

Improving fuel economy through efficiency by starting the injection cycle a few degrees earlier in the compression cycle, with the engine up to operat-

ing temperature, results in a longer fuel burn as the piston is driven down on a power stroke. The extra time results in a cleaner burn in the combustion cylinder, a departure from un-burnt fuel which typically causes a delayed burn to occur in the exhaust manifold, demonstrated by high exhaust and coolant temperatures. No extra fuel needs to be added! The new Econo-Boost timing module picks up engine data from the cam timing and engine rpm and then communicates with the ECM on the injection timing process. Easy plug-in installation takes up to an hour to complete.

Reduced rolling resistance continues to play a dominant role in fuel reduction. Transitioning to single wide tires improves fuel efficiency and weight carrying capacity.

Reducing drive tires to one on each side from the conventional two reduces the weight by half and diminishes rolling resistance. Some companies have endorsed the single wide tires, lauding them for their fuel economy, absence of tire failure, and better rolling resistance. But nothing beats common sense, and most industry reps still claim that common sense procedures such as proper tire inflation and sensible driving practices go a long way in increasing yields.

Sifting through the myriad alternatives of fuel saving technologies can be daunting for operators to choose wisely. To this end Natural Resources Canada introduced the Fleet Efficiency Tool (FET) which helps owners and operators determine energy savings and measure impacts. Training packages and tools are available to help operators and fleets learn about energy efficiency and driving to improve fuel economy. More information is available at www.nrcan.gc.ca.

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Western Report

Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA)

By Michael Howe

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t says it in very clear, concise words right on the home page of the Association: “The Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA) exists to develop and maintain a safe and healthy business environment for our industry members.”

This is a very important mission for the MTA given the vital role the trucking industry plays in Manitoba’s economy. The association is an effective advocacy group for the trucking industry, and with many important issues facing the industry it’s comforting to have the MTA in trucking’s corner.

Terry Shaw, MTA’s General Manager, says that the Association has about 270 members. “Our membership consists of trucking companies and other firms with an interest in a healthy trucking industry, primarily suppliers to the industry,” says Shaw.

In addition, it is important to note that there are over 13,000 Manitobans

directly employed in the truck transportation sector. According to MTA’s web site, “figures show that for every ten jobs created in the trucking industry, seven are created in associated industries.” If you look even closer, the transportation and warehousing industry employs 5.7% of Manitoba’s labour force, and consistently makes up 6-7% of the provincial GDP. The health of the trucking industry is critical to Manitoba.

The industry in Manitoba is not without challenges and opportunities though.

“Competition for talent is one of our largest,” explains Shaw. “For many years industry has been advising on a shortage of qualified professional drivers and the Conference Board of Canada recently released a study summarizing the current and forecasted deficits.”

The MTA has been doing what it can to address this challenge - a challenge the industry is seeing across

Canada and not an easy one to fix. “The MTA is actively working to address this item on behalf of our industry and are active participants on an industry initiative to address this item: The CTA Blue Ribbon Task Force on the Driver Shortage,” explains Shaw. “On the HR front another item of concern is attracting and retaining skilled trades staff, primarily Truck and Trailer Technicians.”

Another challenge facing the industry is related to the impact of regulations.

Shaw says, “Our industry is highly regulated, as many industries are. That said, lack of national or international harmonization is a burden, especially given the nature of the service they provide, many trucking companies are working multi-jurisdictionally.”

It’s not just international harmonization either, there are other regulatory mandates impacting the industry.

“The intention of these mandates is positive but

the realities companies live with under them can be negative, says Shaw, who also points toward environmental regulations as an example. “Our industry recognizes its environmental footprint and welcomes genuine, cost-effective opportunities to mitigate it.

The Biodiesel mandate is effectively a farm subsidy imposed upon industry.

We don’t question government’s desire to support that industry, but would suggest support be given in a transparent manner, and not one that negatively impacts other industries.”

As well, the new engine and other environmental technologies mandated, while well intentioned, are in reality very expensive and very operationally unreliable, suggests Shaw.

“The trucking industry is looking to create a greater awareness of the true impact of these items so that we can work effectively in partnership with regulators on programs that have the desired impacts while

also being acceptable to industry.”

From a general image perspective, MTA is optimistic that the stereotypes of the past are changing.

“The perception of professional drivers as “truckers” that some may have gained from media are dated and not remotely aligned with today’s reality,” says Shaw.

“Our drivers are professional hard working people who are technologically savvy and smart business people.”

MTA also reminds the public that there is more to the trucking industry than the driver, who is certainly the face of the industry. “What the public also sometimes overlooks are the varied and significant support people who ensure goods moves successfully and safely. The trucking industry is full of skilled trades technicians, IT people, HR staff, managers, safety staff, licensing and insurance staff, and more,” says Shaw.

The trucking industry is

an integral part of Manitoba’s economy, and therefore its future. “Trucking in Manitoba generates well in excess of $1billion annually towards the provincial GDP. This makes it a significant employer of Manitobans and contributor to the economy. On top of that, trucking is a critical service provider to other key provincial industries such as manufacturing, construction and retail trade, so a healthy trucking industry is a key element to any successful economy,” says Shaw, concluding, “MTA will continue to work to develop and maintain a safe and healthy business environment for our industry members, and this in turn will benefit the entire province.”

Learn more about the Manitoba Trucking Association at: www.trucking. mb.ca.

Follow Mike on Twitter @TruckingDC. Like Mike on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ Trucking PoliticsMore.

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Alberta Government

New Bridge & Culvert Improve Hwy 544 Travel

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inter work on two sections of Highway 544 in the Duchess area will mean smoother travel this spring. The work, which began January 9, will include replacing one bridge and extending the length of a culvert.

Bridge Replacement on Hwy 544 Over Onetree Creek The bridge on Highway 544 over Onetree Creek must be replaced as it is nearing the end of its life.

During construction, motorists will be detoured around the site on local

roads. Construction is expected to last until midsummer 2014.

The concrete box culvert on Highway 544, across the Eastern Irrigation District Canal, will be extended at both ends. The extension means the roadway will have wider

shoulders over the culvert, eliminating the need to install guardrails. This will result in safer travels due to the wider roadway and the elimination of snow drifts along the guardrails during winter months.

During construction motorists can expect min-

or delays and reduced speeds as the width of the roadway will be restricted.

Construction is expected to run from mid-March 2014 to late spring.

Motorists should use caution at both construction zones and other road work pro-

jects across the province, obeying all signs, message boards and flag persons. Fines for speeding are doubled in construction zones when workers are present. Dates are subject to change due to weather and other conditions.

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Government of Manitoba

Investment in New Bridge Along PTH 21 Near Hartney

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he province will invest $15.7 million in a new bridge over the Souris River along PTH 21 near Hartney to replace the existing bridge, Infrastructure and Transportation Minister Steve Ashton announced.

“This is part of our longterm commitment to in-

vest in roads, bridges and infrastructure throughout Manitoba,” Minister Ashton said. “This upgrade will provide a reliable river crossing for years to come along a route which is heavily used by area residents, tourists and commercial travellers.”

The minister said the

construction will be done

by PCL Constructors Canada and is expected to create the equivalent of one year of work for 200 people. Work will include concrete girders, a poured concrete deck with asphalt paving and realigned approach roads.

The Harney Bridge pro-

ject was tendered this fall and construction is currently underway. Work is expected to be completed late in the fall of 2014.

Motorists are advised to use caution during construction while travelling over a detour on an adjacent one-lane temporary bridge controlled by

signals.

Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation also advises that there will be a detour on PTH 1 west near McMunn over the Birch River while the eastbound structure is closed.

Motorists are reminded to slow down and use caution approaching and

in construction zones for their own safety and the safety of workers. The latest information on lane closures and road conditions is available anytime at 511 (toll-free), at www. mb511.ca or by following the Twitter account a t w w w. t w i t t e r. c o m / MBGOVRoads.

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Keeping Your Vehicles Clean

Washing Your Vehicles & Road Salt…

What Happens?

By Jack Jackson

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t has been a long held struggle with trucks and trailers to eliminate or prevent salt from corroding important components of their vehicles.

But what does this really mean in terms of life expectancy?

According to a recent survey across North America in the bus industry, there were some stunning results. In the survey 81% of the respondents encountered salt on their roads, and 19% did not encounter any salt on their roads: The average retirement age of a bus exposed to salt is 14.1 years; the average life span for the same vehicle without salt is 18.3 years. This is an average of almost 25% longer drive life!

What does this mean?

By applying the same

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formula to all vehicles, we can conclude that fleet vehicles would enjoy an extended life span of 25 percent. Indeed, washing trucks extends life and promotes a clean corporate image driving the highways.

How to wash and eliminate salt all depends on the methods you are willing to invest in. Here is an overview of some of those methods: Mobile Spray company in your yard – Do they remove that fine film of salt that is beginning to oxidize on your metal? It is better than nothing, but not the preferred method.

Also, most of the time the back door of the trailer is not accessible, thus the most visible part of the truck exposed to traffic is the dirtiest!

Public Wash These are the professional companies you drive to where a variety of methods are used.

Touchless This may be a bit better than the mobile company, but this approach still leaves a film Brush Mechanical or by hand will remove that film. But consider how much does it cost to send a driver,

pay for fuel and invest in the time to do this?

Your Own Wash Bay Here you can determine your needs, your cost and your equipment to meet the standards of the image you want to project and extend the life of your trucks. It’s not as expen-

sive as you may think to have a wash bay or convert an area to wash automatically. Water restrictions and costs are minimized with low cost water recycle systems that are available.

In a recent meeting with a large truck company,

the Operations Manager commented: “Years ago we washed every week, now it is once a month.

Our trailers are now lasting 5 years less. I guarantee the owner didn’t put the savings aside from less washing to buy more trailers.”

How do you wash your trucks today? Can you do better? For more information contact Jack Jackson, President of Awash Systems Corp. at 800.265.7405 or visit www.awashsystems.com to help solve your washing issues.

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GPS Systems

Drive Safe With RoadWatchSS, Early Warning System

By Diane Shirchenko

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afety concerns by drivers of all types of vehicles have generated an interest in early warning detection of road surface conditions – especially surface conditions that are invisible to the human eye such as black ice.

The mere mention of the words “Black Ice” and what it potentially represents can send shudders down the back of even the most seasoned driver.

This invisible demon waits to manifest itself until the conditions are just right and every winter is one of the primary contributing factors in fatal and

non-fatal motor vehicle accidents. How can you fight something you can’t see? How can you protect yourself from this invisible enemy? RoadWatchSS surface and air temperature’s monitoring system – that’s how.

The RoadWatchSS system features the most technologically advanced early warning system in the industry. It uses passive infrared sensing technology to constantly measure and report actual road

surface temperatures. Our new state-of-the-art system continuously monitors and displays air and road temperature to a digital monitor mounted on the instrument panel and is designed to give drivers advance notice of potential road freezing before problems arise.

Arm yourself with the knowledge to run your routes as safely as possible. Being aware the very moment a road surface hits freezing temperatures

will increase safety and allow you to operate your vehicle according to actual road conditions. For added convenience, RoadWatchSS comes in both

Celsius and Fahrenheit versions.

Call DiCAN at 866.884.7569 or email info@dicaninc.com for more information.

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Great Dane

Great Dane Welcomes New Dealership in Montreal

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avannah, Georgia - Great Dane is pleased to announce the addition of Great Dane of Montreal to its Canadian distribution network.

“I’m very happy to announce the opening of our newest dealer location in Canada,” said Chris Hammond, VP of Dealer and International Sales for Great Dane. “Great Dane of Montreal is the trailer sales division of Remorques St-Henri Inc., which has recently positioned itself as the largest trailer repair facility in Eastern Canada. The addition of our industry-leading trailer product line is a natural fit, and we are thrilled that customers in the area will be able to benefit from Great Dane of Montreal’s proven expertise and industry knowledge.”

With a team of 70 trained service technicians and 24 service trucks, Great Dane of Montreal’s new facility is spacious at 65,000 square feet, with 26 service bays and two drivethrus. The parts department is 18,000 square feet, which includes a parts showroom that includes

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over $800,000 worth of trailer parts for all trailer brands. The dealership is fully equipped to provide superior service to customers in the area through its new location’s size and expert staff.

The company provides full-service on trailers including maintenance, air systems, welding, modifications and bodywork.

“Great Dane is the premier brand in the trailer industry, and we’re pleased to offer this level of quality to our customers,” commented Michel Larocque, President, from Great Dane of Montreal. “We’re excited about entering the new year with this opportunity to join the Great Dane network as a step forward for us and our customers.”

Great Dane of Montreal Location Located at 8000 St-Patrick Street in Montreal, Quebec, the sales, parts, and service offices are open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The offices can be reached at 514-363-0000.

Great Dane, a manufacturer of dry van, refrigerated and platform trailers,

has long been regarded as the industry leader in technology, innovation and quality. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and has additional corporate offices in Savannah, Georgia, with manufacturing plants and a parts distribution center strategically-located

throughout the United States. Great Dane’s network of company-owned branches and full-line independent dealers and parts-only independent dealers offer distribution points for both trailers and aftermarket parts across North and South America. Great Dane can be

accessed online at www. greatdanetrailers.com.

The company’s whollyowned subsidiary, Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies, acquired in 2010, is the innovator and manufacturer of custom fiberglass, specialized refrigerated truck bodies and trailers that range from eight to 36-ft.

in length. With headquarters in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, markets include dairy, meat, frozen food, keg beer, live poultry, vending products, flowers and plants, and ice. Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies can be accessed online at www.johnsontruckbodies. com.

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Kriska Holdings Limited

Kriska Selects International Telematics to Provide Real-Time Cold Chain Security

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oronto, Ontario – Kriska Holdings Limited (Kriska) and International Telematics Corporation (ITC) announced the signing of a hardware and services agreement to equip Kriska’s entire fleet of refrigerated trailers with the ibright ® refrigerated telematics system. Reefer Sales & Service is the largest dealer of the ibright® product in Canada, and will facilitate the installation and ongoing support across the Kriska fleet in the first quarter of 2014.

“We have heard loud and clear from our food and pharmaceutical customers that cold chain security – both from a temperature abuse and tampering perspective – is of paramount concern,” said Mark Seymour, CEO of Kriska. “The ibright ® platform will allow our employees and our customers to see in realtime not only where their freight is, but also the current and past temperature history of the load, when and where the trailer was open, the health of the reefer including

fuel levels, as well as an ability to remotely make changes to the reefer settings. We believe this added level of safety and security is appropriate given the tremendous importance of protecting the North American cold chain.” “ I n t e r n a t i o n a l Te l e matics is delighted to have been selected by Kriska to provide their refrigerated telematics platform”, said Craig Marris, President North America. “This was a competitive selection process. Their long-standing, trusting relationship with Reefer Sales and Service, coupled with the award winning platform design, gave Kriska the confidence in selecting our companies to deliver this industry changing technology, as has numerous others in North America.”

“We are extremely excited to continue providing value-added services and products to our customers,” notes Brad Otsuka, Business Development Manager at Reefer Sales and Service.

“Kriska has been a very

important transport refrigeration customer for a long time and the ibright® telematics system is a natural extension of our core product line, able to monitor truck and trailer reefers as well as heaters.

Customers like Kriska are recognizing the benefit of choosing an industry leading telematics product delivered and supported by their reefer dealer, giving them a competitive edge in cold chain compliance, customer satisfaction, and increased operational efficiencies positively affecting the bottom line.”

About Kriska Founded in 1978, the Kriska Group of Compan-

ies is a privately held, family owned Canadian corporation. A thirteentime consecutive winner of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies, today Kriska is a premiere asset-based provider of both dry and temperature controlled transportation serving Canada and the United States. As a recognized early adapter of technology, Kriska is well positioned to help its customers achieve continuous improvement in their supply chains. For more information about Kriska please visit www. kriska.com.

About International Telematics Corp.

International Telematics

is a privately owned fullservice telematics company founded in 2003.

The company provides the industry-leading ibright® solution: a comprehensive telematic suite combining stateof-the-art, compact modular hardware, scalable secure software and an attractive and visually engaging user interface.

International Telematics has a global freight and logistics clientele covering the United States, Canada, and Australasia.

Headquartered in New York City, International Telematics also has offices in Auckland, New Zealand and Melbourne, Australia.

About Reefer Sales & Service Reefer Sales and Service is the exclusive dealer for International Telematics a n d C a r r i e r Tr a n s i c old for Ontario and the Maritimes. Established in 1989, Reefer Sales is now celebrating their 25th year in business providing leading solutions to the temperature controlled transportation industry. In addition to shops providing installations and service in Mississauga, Stoney Creek and Moncton as well as a network of sub-dealers throughout Ontario, they supply 24/7 emergency mobile repair support to their extensive customer base.

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Kenworth

Front Air Disc Brakes Standard on Kenworth Class 8 Trucks

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irkland, Washington – Kenworth Truck Company is pleased to announce it will make Bendix™ ADB22X™

front air disc brakes standard on Kenworth Class 8 tractors and trucks.

The Bendix ADB22X air disc brakes have a two-pin

floating caliper design that provides a more stringent overall dimension accuracy and consistent force distribution. According to Bendix, the ADB22X design also significantly reduces

brake fade with no degradation of stopping power. Bendix recently marked the production of its 500,000th ADB22X air disc brake.

“We’ve offered Bendix air disc brakes as an option on our Class 8 trucks previously. Customers appreciate their superior performance, car-like feel, ease of maintenance, and light weight design, while they also exceed the federal government’s RSD (reduced stopping distance) requirements,” said Kurt Swihart, Kenworth Mar-

keting Director. “These benefits are so compelling that Kenworth decided to make air disc brakes standard on Kenworth Class 8 trucks. For additional weight savings, the air disc brakes a l s o

come standard with an aluminum hub and splined disc rotor assembly.”

For more information about Bendix ADB22X air disc brakes, contact your Kenworth dealer or visit Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake at www.foundationbrakes.com.

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

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February 2014 13

Health Insurance Matters

Taxation & Benefits

By Lina Demedeiros

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he taxation of benefits is dependent on the golden rule of ‘pay now or pay later.’ The taxability or deductibility is dependent on how you pay for the benefits.

In fact, many benefits such as Disability, Health,

Dental and Life Insurance plans are subject to tax depending on the way you pay for them. In general, if you pay for the benefits out of net taxable income (after tax) income, they are considered tax free.

If a company provides you the benefit as part of your salary the benefits are taxable or paid out of your company earnings.

As an owner operator they are paid out of your gross revenues and are taxable unless you pay from your personal after tax income.

As a rule, the only tax deductible benefits are those purchased by your company who is registered

as the policy holder. These expenses include Business Overhead Expense and are tax deductible after you collect the benefit. Health & Dental premiums and Out of Province coverage are dealt with the same way.

If you purchase life insurance for yourself and pay for it via your company, the same applies. If you deduct the premiums as a business expense it is actually a taxable advantage equal to the amount of the benefit you will be collecting. If the life insurance policy has investments, they are subject to either capital gains or interest tax. For example,

if you have a life insurance policy with a $250,000 benefit and you had paid $50,000 in premiums over the years, the only portion that is taxable is the amount you paid for that policy plus the investment proceeds. In this example, approximately $199,000 of tax free benefits is left.

If you always paid for the policy out of your personal bank account it is 100% tax free.

If it is mandatory for you to have Workplace Safety & Insurance Board coverage as an employee of a company, this expense forms part of your compensation. As an Owner

Operator this expense is 100% deductible until you collect the benefits.

If you have a group long term disability plan paid by your employer, this benefit is taxable upon collecting the benefit. If you paid the group premiums out of your paycheque with after tax money, it is 100% tax free. The same applies to Owner Operators. If you pay 100% of the expense from your after tax income it is 100% tax free unless being paid by a corporation and written off as a business expense, in which case it becomes a taxable benefit.

We highly recommend

that our clients always pay for their own disability insurance premiums to avoid the taxation, especially when cash flow is so important to meet the increased costs associated with healing.

If you are looking for opportunities to recover health care costs for 2013, consider a health care spending account or health care trust to help you recover your net taxable dollar and reduce your net taxable income.

For more information on this article contact us directly or visit us at www. lmdinsurance.ca. Happy Trucking!

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Carat Canada

Tankut Karahan Appointed President of Carat Canada

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oronto, Ontario Annette Warring, President of Aegis Media Canada, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tankut Karahan (“TK”) as President of Carat Canada, effective immediately.

In his new role of

Tankut Karahan (“TK”) is appointed President of Carat Canada

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President, Karahan will be responsible for driving forward strategy and continue growing Carat Canada’s product offering and innovation. He will work closely with Ody Giroux, President of Carat Montreal, to materialize Carat’s mission of creating better business value through a diversified media solutions offer across the country.

“Carat has an inspiring vision, a performance driven culture, strong values and a cutting-edge understanding of how media is redefining clients’ businesses,” mentioned Karahan, who has spanned an over two decade career in marketing

both in EMEA and North America.

Karahan is a veteran of the advertising industry with more than 18 years of integrated experience advising blue chip companies such as GM, The CocaCola Company, Nestlé, L’Oréal, Unilever, MasterCard, Georgia Pacific, Turkish Airlines, HSBC, Gillette and Goodyear Tires. Most recently, he was at the helm of MacLaren McCann Canada as Vice President, General Manager.

“TK is the right president for our market and brand,” said Annette Warring. “He understands the dynamics of successfully driving a global brand while lever-

aging on local talents, resources and opportunities.

I am very excited to have him guide Carat to even

greater heights to become the largest and most influential media agency in the country. TK has the right

leadership, expertise and energy to ensure we continue growing and remain on top of our game.”

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Legal Matters

I’m Guilty, Why Would I Fight?

By Mark Reynolds

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otential clients often ask the question: “What’s the point in contesting my ticket? I’m guilty.” The answer to that is, “you’re not guilty yet”.

When someone is charged with an offence i t ’s n o l o n g e r a b o u t whether you committed the offence or not. It’s

about evidence. When an officer lays a charge it is the officer’s responsibility to provide sufficient evidence to the prosecution, in order for the prosecutor to proceed. If sufficient evidence is not available, the charge cannot go ahead in court. The court can only convict you of an offence if the prosecution presents evidence beyond a reasonable doubt of your guilt.

A competent paralegal, will always request a copy of the prosecution’s evidence prior to your trial date. This is done so that the paralegal can review the evidence and determine if a strong case

against you exists or not. If the evidence is completely insufficient, the paralegal will point this out to the prosecutor and the prosecutor will withdraw the charge based on a lack of evidence where there is little or no reasonable prospect of a conviction.

This happens more often than most people would think.

The main reason a defendant retains legal representation, is for that person’s expertise in analysing the officer’s evidence.

In fact it is not uncommon for a client to believe they are guilty of an offence when in fact the evidence clearly shows that not

to be the case. This is one of the main reasons that I rarely attend “first attendance” meetings with a prosecutor. All too often at these meetings the prosecutor is asking a defendant to plead guilty to the offence with which they were charged or to a reduced charge, without either the prosecutor or the defendant having had the opportunity to determine if a case exists that would result in a conviction.

Before you decide to plead guilty to an offence, it is important to seek legal advice. The vast majority of paralegals in Ontario offer, at the very least, a

free consultation.

A guilty plea does not usually end when you pay your fine. It is often followed by increased insurance premiums (or in serious matters, cancellation of your policy), and for professional drivers, these convictions can seriously

impact their ability to earn a living.

Mark Reynolds is a former Ministry of Transportation Officer, Truck Driver and Enforcement Coordinator and can be contacted at 416.221.6888 or MarkReynolds@OTTLegal. com

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Business Insurance Matters

Non-Commercial Vehicles in United States

By Linda Colgan

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hen travelling in the United States noncommercial vehicles are not held to the same minimum liability limits that we are familiar with here in Ontario. For a noncommercial vehicle the minimum policy limits could range from $10,000 to $25,000 depending on the State where the vehicle is licensed.

If the policy limits of the third party are exhausted, where will the gap between damages and the repairs of your vehicle be placed? Yes, on your own insurance

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policy. The scenario is even more demanding of your policy if more than one vehicle is involved and the limits of the noncommercial policy with minimum State limits has to respond to damages of multiple vehicles.

Depending on your loss ratio and frequency of the loss performance of your company, having a notat-fault loss could have an adverse effect on your premiums if your policy has to respond to a large loss. Better still, if there is a profit sharing endorsement on your policy this claim could prohibit the entitlement based on

the overall loss ratio of your insurance policy. If a claim occurs in the United States with an uninsured party or a party driving a vehicle that has minimum State limits, the possibility of recovery is remote.

It is good practice to educate office managers, safety and compliance and any other staff responsible for handling internal claims. If any questions arise as to how your policy could be affected, contact your Insurance Broker.

Linda has been a transportation insurance Broker since 1986 and is currently Senior Account

Executive with Bryson & Associates Insurance

Brokers Inc. To contact Linda call 416.809.3103

or email lcolgan@brysoninsurance.ca.

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TMTA Sudbury

Sudbury TMTA Launches Into New Year

By Marek Krasuski

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he Sudbury Chapter of the Transportation Maintenance and Technology Association (TMTA) held its first meeting of the New Year at the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel on January 9th, during which time TMTA president, Stewart McBain, opened the meeting and welcomed everyone back.

This month, McBain delivered the Safety Tips t a l k w h i c h , f i t t i n g l y, addressed solutions to

cold weather challenges.

Driver should take a brief rest when tired, he said, and advised drivers to drive defensively. This includes not engaging cruise control on poor roads as this can affect traction. He added that vehicle lights and windshields should always be clean, a fresh supply of windshield washer fluid always on hand, and that sunglasses and visors should be used on bright days when the sun’s glare from the snow can cre-

ate a blinding effect on roadways.

He also advised those in attendance to heed advice from manufacturers about the use of anti-gel products in engine builds since 2010 as these products may alter emissions.

In-line heaters are an alternative way to prevent fuel from gelling. McBain also suggested that extra clothing and candles should be on hand in the event of breakdown during the winter months, and that attention be paid

to air compressor maintenance.

Following dinner, Morgan Walker from Groupe STFC, the evening’s sponsor, delivered a presentation on the wide range of Prolab products available through his company.

Prolab products include rust proofing treatments, compressors, greases, lubricants and engine treatments, to name just a few.

Prolab advises against low priced lubricants and additives which ultimately cost more in repairs, premature wear, early devaluation of equipment and compromised fuel consumption. Superior products, conversely, provide a good

return on investment. For example, Prolab says that some fleets have seen a decrease in fuel consumption by 13.2 percent over a three year period, saving one company over $54,000; this in addition to associated benefits such as reduced maintenance costs, lower labour costs, longer parts life, and reduction in emissions and downtime.

P r o l a b a l s o h a s d eveloped eco-products which contribute to reductions in GHG emissions. More information is available on the company website, www.prolabtechnologies.com.

The Sudbury TMTA is a

group of fleet maintenance professionals actively running light, medium, and heavy fleets in the province of Ontario and operating across Canada and the U.S. It holds monthly meetings on the second Thursday of each month from September to June at the award winning Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel.

Sponsors are encouraged to support the monthly dinner meetings. These are unique opportunities to engage in one place with transportation fleet maintenance and distributors from Sudbury, Timmins, North Bay, Manitoulin Island and points between.

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Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA)

Common Sense Approach to Application of New ACI AMPS Penalties

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BSA’s Advanced Commercial Information (ACI) will require mandatory compliance with electronic manifest from highway carriers sometime in 2014. Six months after the mandatory eManifest date, CBSA will begin to issue zero-rated AMPS penalties to highway carriers, and six months after that, full penalty amounts will be issued. The period of zero rated AMPS is to give industry an opportunity to make the necessary corrections to procedures and preventative mechanisms to ensure reduced risk of exposure to AMPS penalties.

With the advent of these new ACI penalties, CTA called on CBSA to apply a common sense approach consistent with the intent for AMPS to be corrective and not punitive in nature. CBSA has responded with what appears to be a reasonable approach to the introduction of these new penal-

ties. The responsibility for the issuance of AMPS will be limited to one core group within CBSA, thus increasing the opportunity to work with CBSA. CTA is pleased that the centralization of the issuance of AMPS will facilitate dialogue around what constitutes a fair and corrective approach to the penalties and their structure.

(A power point presentation outlining the new ACI AMPS, rationale and amounts is available by contacting CTA).

CBSA has further indicated a willingness to assist carriers in reaching out to their customers to understand the information requirements. Often carriers rely on their customers to provide shipment information and incorrect or incomplete information can leave carriers vulnerable to AMPS penalties. Common issues already being seen by CBSA include: •Accurate address in-

formation such as Street, Drive, Boulevard, Avenue •Directional information for street address (ie.

North, South, East, West) •Clear commodity description CTA has hosted several webinars to help educate the highway carrier community on the application, description and penalty amounts. However carriers wishing to engage CBSA in an outreach webinar or conference call for their customers are encouraged to contact Helene Porter of CBSA at Helene.Porter@cbsa-asfc. gc.ca.

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New Products & Services

Carrier Transicold

CARB Level 3+ Verified Emissions System

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thens, Georgia The new optional engine emissions system (EES) from Carrier Transicold, capable of reducing diesel particulate mass from trailer refrigeration unit exhaust by more than 98 percent, has received conditional verification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Carrier Transicold helps improve global transport and shipping of temperature-controlled cargoes with a complete line of equipment for refrigerated trucks, trailers and containers, and is a part of UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp.

(NYSE: UTX).

The Carrier Transicold

EES is the first OEM-developed CARB level 3+ verified diesel emissions control (VDEC) device for trailer refrigeration units that can be included with initial purchase or added later for users who do not initially require it. A Level 3+ VDEC device reduces particulate emissions in accordance with CARB’s ultra-low emissions requirement for transport refrigeration units, also known as ULETRU, while also reducing nitrogen oxides.

“Carrier Transicold’s latest trailer refrigeration unit engines are already certified for ‘evergreen’ compliance with the 2013 EPA Tier 4 standard for engines less than 25

horsepower, allowing for indefinite use throughout North America, except in California,” said David Kiefer, Director of Marketing and Product Management, Carrier Transicold. “In California, CARB uniquely requires that a VDEC strategy be applied to units in this horsepower class for use in the state beyond the initial seven years.”

“CARB conditional verification validates the operation and effectiveness of the EES in Carrier’s 2013 Tier 4 refrigeration units,” Kiefer said. “This is a major milestone. It is the first and biggest step toward offering a broader array of CARB-compliant options to our customers.”

The EES is conditionally verified for use with Carrier Transicold’s new Tier 4-compliant designs, which include the X4™ Series single-temperature models 7500 and 7300, and the hybrid Vector™ 8500 single-temperature and Vector 8600MT multitemperature units. In the current phase of the verification process, these Carrier Transicold units may be factory-equipped with the EES, and the EES can be installed on previously purchased units with up to 3,000 hours of engine operation.

“In accordance with CARB protocols, testing on aged trailer unit engines will continue into 2014 to verify EES performance

on engines with far more hours of service, so as to eliminate the 3,000-hour provision,” Kiefer said.

Although trailer refrigeration units can be specified with the EES at the time of initial purchase, Carrier Transicold designed the system for ease of installation as a retrofit, since many users will not require it immediately.

For more information

about Carrier Transicold units that can take advantage of the new engine emissions system, turn to the experts within the Carrier Transicold dealer network or visit www. carrier.com/ecoforward.

Visit www.transicold. c a r r i e r. c o m f o r m o r e information. Follow Carrier on Twitter: @ CarrierGreen.

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Meritor WABCO

OnLane Innovative Lane Departure Warning System

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roy, Michigan Meritor WABCO, a leader in the integration of safety and efficiency technology for the North American commercial vehicle industry, announced a new option for OnLane™, its innovative lane departure warning system that enhances OnLane with the ability to record and save videos of critical safety events. The new video safety option is available now.

Meritor WABCO’s OnLane, powered with

SafeTraK technology by Takata, is a vision-based lane departure warning system. It is designed to monitor road markings and the vehicle’s position in the lane. The system delivers distinct audible warnings to the driver encouraging the use of turn signals, if the vehicle leaves its lane unintentionally. In addition, OnLane is equipped with the industry’s only driver alertness warning (DAW) feature which detects erratic or degraded driving

based on lane weaving and provides a warning to the driver. This unique DAW safety innovation helps drivers stay aware of dangerous driving situations caused by fatigue or distraction.

Meritor WABCO’s new video-capturing feature is triggered by critical events, such as sudden deceleration. When a critical safety event occurs, the system will capture forwardlooking color video of the scene ahead for the 10 seconds before – and five

seconds after – the start of the event. The enhanced OnLane system automatically stores the 20 most recent videos. The videos can be downloaded manually using Meritor WABCO’s TOOLBOX™ 11.0 diagnostic software. The video download function is included with the purchase of TOOLBOX 11.0.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association (FMCSA) is promoting voluntary adoption of lane departure warning systems to trucking fleets to

encourage safe driving behaviors, mitigate accidents and reduce the number of crashes. Commercial vehicle collisions involving property damage can cost fleets up to $197,000 per occurrence, while those resulting in fatalities can cost up to $1.2 million.

As reported by the American Trucking Associations, 80 to 90 percent of truck-related accidents with cars are attributed to the other vehicle, and as a result, video documentation can strongly support

potential related litigation.

OnLane’s industry-exclusive one-box solution allows for quick and simple installation coupled with outstanding reliability.

Vehicle alerts and warnings can be transmitted to fleet management systems through a telematics system. OnLane also can be equipped as a retrofit solution to existing fleet vehicles, in addition to OEM line build.

For more information, visit www.meritorwabco. com.

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Tallman Truck Centre

Tallman Truck Centre Now Offering Cobra Trailers

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ississauga, Ontario – Tallman Tr u c k C e n t r e Limited is pleased to announce it has entered into an agreement to distribute Cobra Aluminum Dump Trailers in Ontario. Cobra Trailers will be available for sale at all Tallman Dealership locations.

“This distribution agreement with Cobra Trail-

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ers will allow us to enter into the Trailer Sales business in Ontario. This deal is consistent with our strategy of becoming a “one-stop shop” for our Customers. We are excited and fortunate to partner with one of the best trailer Manufacturers in the Industry, and look forward to delivering high quality aluminum dump trailers

to all our construction customers throughout Ontario”, says Tallman Truck Centre President Kevin Tallman.

Cobra® Trailer Manufacturing Inc. President, Craig Cadenhead is “excited to be aligned with Tallman Truck Centre Ltd., Including all of their convenient locations covering Ontario. This will continue

to further the ability of customers to receive the very best customer service including sales of in stock inventory along with the very best customer service for repair and parts that Tallman Truck Centre’s have always been so well known for.”

For inquiries regarding the Cobra Trailer product lineup, contact Rick

Kader; Director of Sales and Marketing at Tallman Truck Centre Limited at 613.546.3336 or email

rkader@ttctruck.ca.

Visit Cobra Trailer Manufacturing website at www. haultec.com.

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New Products & Services

Canadian Tarpaulin Manufacturers

“Guaranteed to Go the Distance”

By Curtis Chapman

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anadian Tarpaulin Manufacturers (CTM) is a leading manufacturer and innovator in the tarpaulin and protective covering industry. The company has grown and evolved since its inception in 1980 and now offers a wide variety of stock and custom made products for use in the

trucking/transportation sector. The company’s products are primarily marketed through wholesale and direct channels to retailers throughout Canada and the mid-western United States. CTM’s mission is to exceed customer expectations and be recognized as the leader in the protective covering industry by adopting

CTM’s trucking product line includes Arctic Shield Winter Fronts and Belly Pads, Bug Screens, Oil Pan Covers, Versatile Flatbed Trailer Covers and a wide assortment of Trucking Accessories.

best in class construction practices, constant innovation, process refinement and the use of best quality fabrics. Simply put, CTM’s products are always “Guaranteed to Go the Distance”.

CTM’s trucking product line includes Arctic Shield Winter Fronts and Belly Pads, Bug Screens, Oil Pan Covers, Versatile Flatbed Trailer Covers and a wide assortment of Trucking Accessories.

Arctic Shield Winter Fronts and Belly Pads have been used by truckers for many years to keep engines warm and to maximize fuel mileage. CTM’s winter fronts are made in Canada and are available in an attractive padded design. They are form fitted for a perfect fit and are available in custom colours to match any truck colour. The Arctic Shield Belly Pads are made of heavy weight canvas, all 4 sides have triple-ply reinforcing hems that are

double-stitched throughout, and are regarded as the most durable belly pads on the market. Due to their popularity, CTM will be taking pre-

booking orders for next winter effective immediately. Don’t miss out, order your Arctic Shield Winter Fronts and Belly Pads today and save.

If you want to keep your load clean and dry, then CTM Versatile Flatbed Trailer Covers are for you.

Custom made covers can be manufactured to your specifications. Stock sizes

of CTM’s economical Select brand or the Premium brand are also avail-

Sal es Staf f would be pleased to recommend the fabric best suited for your

a b l e and ready for same day shipping. A key feature includes heavy gauge D-Rings with reinforced abrasion resistant PVC coated belting.

Another quality feature is the webbing reinforced hem around the entire bottom edge.

We have extensive lines of quality fabrics to choose from in weights from 8 oz. to 18 oz.

Our knowledgeable

specific requirements.

CTM stocks a full line of trucking accessories including over dimensional signs, mechanic seat covers, corner protectors, tarp straps, load straps, chains, binders and tarp repair kits. No matter your trucking needs CTM is always ready to serve.

Located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canadian Tarpaulin Manufacturers is well situated to ship anywhere in Canada.

To enquire about CTM products and services call 888.226.8277, email info@ cantarp.com or visit www. cantarp.com.

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Titan Trailers

New Grain Unibody Hopper Trailer with More Payload

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oodstock, Ontario – The latest innovation from the fertile minds of Titan engineering is a hopper trailer that sheds more than 2000 lbs. from the weight of previous trailers, offering operators the potential to earn dramatic increases in their profit-per-load.

Unibody Construction Unibody brings together Titan’s signature THINWALL™ extruded aluminum body and a new modular hopper design. In true unibody fashion, the outer skin welded to the internal hopper structure achieves uniform strength and resilience throughout the trailer, while discarding the weight of the traditional chassis. The efficient design allows Titan to prebuild its hopper

sections and simplify final assembly with the THINWALL™ body. Its centre section is a key point of the trailer’s strength. It acts as a 3 ft. high support beam that eliminates the need for heavy crossmembers.

Further weight reductions were achieved with an aluminum 5th wheel assembly and landing gear. By eliminating crossmembers from the design, Titan was able to set the hoppers lower in the body and reduce the overall height of the trailers. With both the 4-axle and 5-axle units that were at the Titan display in the recent Outdoor Farm Show in Woodstock, Ontario, the sidewalls are now 6 inches lower than previous models. The unibody feature provides better visibility into the trailer while be-

ing top loaded. As well, the trailers actually sit lower than the roof of the trucks, so there’s less wind drag and as a result, less fuel is consumed on the highway.

Details for strength & productivity Conversations with farm customers suggested more ideas that could be incorporated into the new hopper design. The rear door opens and closes hydraulically with no gearbox to service. A redesigned top sill is now integrated into a one-piece extrusion with the top sidewall extrusion.

The top rail has also been rounded to minimize wear on tarps.

High-lift suspension system standard The hopper trailers also take advantage of another Titan innovation to smooth out the bumps

and rolls of travelling over farm lanes and fields.

Paramax high-lift steering axle suspensions, introduced by Titan in 2011, provide a full 10” (254 mm) of lift to avoid damage to the trailer and extend tire life on rough terrain while providing a 30o turn radius on the road.

SPIF compliant Paramax systems are specified as standard equipment on

all Titan unibody hoppers.

Expanding the line-up The first 4-axle and 5-axle models of the unibody hopper trailer will operate in Ontario, Quebec, New York and Michigan, and are recommended for a wide range of bulk farm materials including corn and grains, soy beans, sand, whole grains and meals. These units will soon be followed

by new models including 6-axle and 7-axle trailers for Ontario and Quebec as well as tridem and B-Train models for use throughout North America.

For more information about Titan Trailers, visit the Titan web site at www.titantrailers.com or contact Sandy Kloepfer at 519.688.4826 or email info@titantrailers. com.

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A new line of agricultural hopper trailers from Titan Trailers introduces a unique unibody design that increases overall strength while increasing load capacity by more than 2,000 lbs.

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Tires & Wheels

Editorial

Importance of Proper Truck Tire Repairs

By Harvey Brodsky

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he proper way to repair a tire is to take the tire off the wheel and make a permanent repair from the inside. There are no exceptions!

Consider the following scenario. A driver has a new drive tire installed

on a truck, possibly an 11R22.5 or a 295/80R22.5, both popular sizes, and likely priced in excess of $500 Canadian. While traveling down the highway less than 100 miles from home base the drive tire picks up a large nail that has fallen off the truck ahead of it.

A few minutes later the driver notices something wrong in the way his truck is handling. He pulls off the highway and discovers that the left front drive tire is nearly flat. He knows the right thing is not continue down the highway with one grossly underinflated tire, aware that if he does so he will ruin the tire and possibly damage the other tire next to it on the dual

wheel position. He also knows it could be unsafe because he might not be able to handle the truck as easily as when all the tires are functioning properly.

The driver does the right thing and calls for help.

Since his truck has a spare (unfortunately not very common on 18-wheelers) he only needs a service truck to change the damaged tire and install the spare so he can continue on his way. About an hour later he’s back in action with the damaged tire in the area under the trailer where the spare is normally kept.

The next day, after returning to home base, he takes it to his local tire dealer who informs him

that he was lucky as it was only a nail puncture.

The dealer states, “The damage was in the center of the tread area and not near the sidewall, so we can easily put in a plug and have you on your way in less than 15 minutes. It will only cost you a few bucks.”

Whoa! Something smells bad with what the tire dealer told him. The trucker decides to visit another tire dealer just down the road. Luckily he did! The second tire dealer has well trained staff who knows that the only way to properly repair a tire is from the inside and not simply by putting in a plug. The first thing the second tire dealer does is

carefully inspect the damaged tire to be certain it is repairable. Luckily, it is. He removes the nail and has the damaged area properly prepared for the plug and patch that will be installed into the tire from the inside. The cost is somewhat more than “just a few bucks”, but a whole lot less than the cost of a new tire. More importantly, the properly repaired tire is put back into full use to live out its normal first life and remains suitable for successive retreads.

By being smart enough to do the right thing, the trucker saved hundreds of dollars and possibly saved lives. Improperly repaired tires do come apart and when they fail on the road

they can result in a catastrophic accident.

The moral of the story is, “Don’t be a moron. Do the right thing because there is never a right time to do the wrong thing and never a wrong time to do the right thing.”

For more information about proper truck tire repairing visit any of the following web sites at www.31inc.com, www. e l g i t r e a d . c o m , w w w. premacanada.ca, or www. tech-international.com.

Each company is a member of the Retread Tire Association. They are all very reputable companies who are available to answer any questions you may have about making proper tire repairs.

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Cost Saving Ultra-Modern Trailer Tire

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anover, Germany - As the first representative of a completely new truck tire generation for the goods sector, the Continental EcoPlus HT3 trailer tire is set to take its place on the international commercial vehicle stage. The new premium tire for trailers and semitrailers has been developed for maximum cost-efficiency with greater fuel efficiency and long service life. With its tread compound optimized for rolling resistance and the unique Continental casing concept, the Continental EcoPlus HT3 trailer tire also boasts excellent wet grip and driving safety.

The Conti EcoPlus HT3 is the vanguard of a completely new truck tire family which Continental will launch in 2014. The first to market in the Generation 3 tire range for goods transport from the German premium manufacturer has been

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developed with a clear focus on maximum efficiency on the trailer axle.

Significant savings in fuel consumption is one of the most important factors for successfully navigating today’s competitive market.

With trailer tires contributing around 60 percent of the overall rolling resistance, the optimal tire on the trailer plays a crucial role and contributes to the efficiency of the whole vehicle.

For the Conti EcoPlus HT3, Continental developed a new, especially fuel-efficient tread design, which provides a low

void contact area with four longitudinal grooves and the Fuel Saving Edge.

The rolling resistance of the trailer tires was reduced, for the size 385/55 R 22.5, by over 25 percent compared to its predecessor. This earns the Conti EcoPlus HT3 the highest EU label rating A for fuel efficiency.

The specially designed tread pattern for use on haulage vehicles is one of the key factors for success on the road. The pyramidshaped triangular bars in the base of the tread grooves stabilize the new Conti EcoPlus HT3 against flexing in the tread. Closed ribs providing a wide contact area and a circumferential, continuous shoulder guarantee optimal straight line stability and prevent distortion especially for demanding maneuvering tasks typical for trailers.

The tread compound is

optimized for rolling resistance in a two-layer construction which provides first-class performance.

The cap compound of the tread ensures optimal contact with the road surface for long service life, while the special compound of the tread base on the

four-layer triangular belt casing reduces the heat generation in the crown for maximum reduction in rolling resistance. With a rolling noise of just 69 dB(A), the Conti EcoPlus HT3 trailer tire is also one of the quietest tires in the truck sector. Like all tires

in the Continental Generation 3 truck tire range, the Conti EcoPlus HT3 trailer tire has a retreadable and regroovable premium casing with steel cord chafer enhanced beads and the patented AirKeep® inner liner to prevent gradual loss of inflation pressure.

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New R244 Rib-Type AllPosition Steer Radial Tire

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a s h v i l l e , Te n nessee - Bridgestone Commercial Solutions is pleased to announce the launch of the Bridgestone R244 All-Position Steer Radial Tire. The new tire meets the demands of dump trucks and concrete mixer truck fleets which spend a higher percentage of their miles in onhighway use. Designed with a wide base ribbed steer pattern, the tire performs well both on-

and off-highway without sacrificing the traction needed on rougher roads.

Additional features of the Bridgestone R244 include: Rib-type pattern to help deliver a smoother ride; wide

base design allows vehicle to haul more, Special tread compounds to provide resistance to irregular wear, extending life and reducing cost per mile, Sidewall protector ribs to protect the casing from curbing damage, plus cuts and abrasions. If one side wears away, simply flip the tire over for continued protection.

To l e a r n m o r e, v i s i t www.bridgestonetrucktires.com.

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Section Française

Route périphérique sur la rive sud du fleuve Fraser est ouvert

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elta, ColombieBritannique - La route périphérique sur la rive sud du fleuve Fraser, d’une valeur de 1,26 milliard de dollars, a été inaugurée à Delta, en ColombieBritannique.

L’ h o n o r a b l e K e r r y Lynne Findlay, ministre du Revenu national, au nom de l’honorable Lisa Raitt, ministre des Transports, ainsi que M. Todd Stone, ministre des Transports et de l’Infrastructure de la Colombie-Britannique, ont souligné la réalisation de la route à quatre voies de 40 kilomètres, qui offrira une plus grande

sécurité aux usagers, tout en améliorant l’efficacité du transport des biens exportés vers la région de l’Asie-Pacifique.

La route périphérique commence à la hauteur de l’échangeur de Highway 17 et de Deltaport Way. Sur son trajet, elle relie les municipalités de Delta et de Surrey, et, le long de la rive sud du fleuve Fraser, dessert les cinq passages principaux au-dessus du fleuve, ce qui procure une économie de temps aux automobilistes et permet plus d’options de déplacements.

Le tronçon est de la route périphérique sur la rive

sud du fleuve Fraser, qui s’étend de l’intersection de Highway 1 et de la 176th Street jusqu’à la 136th Street, à Surrey, a été inauguré en novembre 2012. Le reste de la route, soit de la 136th Street, à Surrey, jusqu’à Deltaport Way, à Delta, sera ouvert à la circulation à partir d’aujourd’hui.

Les faits en bref Le gouvernement du Canada a versé jusqu’à 365 millions de dollars dans ce projet, à partir du Fond d’infrastructure de transport de la Porte et du Corridor de l’AsiePacifique. Ce programme

a été conçu pour accroître la compétitivité, l’efficacité et la capacité du réseau de transport du Canada, de façon à faciliter le commerce international avec la région de l’Asie-Pacifique.

Cette route jouera un rôle essentiel en ce qui a trait à la capacité croissante du Canada à soutenir les échanges commerciaux avec la région de l’AsiePacifique. En effet, la route périphérique constitue un corridor ininterrompu qui donne accès aux installations portuaires, aux gares de triage et aux zones industrielles du Grand Vancouver.

La route périphérique contribuera à rendre plus sécuritaires les autres routes de la région, car il y aura moins de croisements entre la voie ferrée et la route.

Il y aura moins de congestion routière entre les ponts Port Mann, Pattullo et Alex Fraser ainsi que le tunnel George Massey, car la route périphérique offre une autre option pour les automobilistes se déplaçant entre Langley, Surrey, Delta et la gare maritime Tsawwassen.

La nouvelle route permettra de réduire la circulation de camions dans les rues résidentielles, car elle

donne accès à plusieurs installations de transport, comme le terminal à conteneurs de Deltaport, Seaspan International Inc., la gare de triage intermodale du CN, la gare maritime Tsawwassen et de nombreuses autres zones industrielles.

La route multipliera les débouchés économiques et commerciaux, et créera 7 000 emplois à long terme à Delta et à Surrey, grâce à de plus grandes possibilités de développement industriel le long du corridor. La construction de la route a entraîné la création de plus de 4 000 emplois.

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Prochaines étapes du projet du nouveau pont pour le Saint-Laurent

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ontréal, Québec - L’honorable Denis Lebel, ministre de l’Infrastructure, des Collectivités et des Affaires intergouvernementales et ministre de l’Agence de développement économique du Canada pour les régions du Québec, était à Montréal aujourd’hui pour annoncer les prochaines étapes du projet du nouveau pont pour le Saint-Laurent après la récente réalisation du dossier d’affaires.

Le dossier d’affaires comprend de rigoureuses

analyses financières et techniques du projet et se penche sur divers modèles d’approvisionnement pour déterminer si des avantages, notamment des économies, pourraient découler d’un partenariat public-privé. Le dossier d’affaires atteste qu’un partenariat public-privé constitue le moyen le plus rentable de réaliser le projet tout en respectant l’échéancier accéléré.

L e p r o c e s s u s d’approvisionnement commencera par la diffusion d’une demande de

qualification, au printemps 2014, en vue de la mise en service du nouveau pont pour le Saint-Laurent d’ici 2018.

La conception finale du nouveau pont ne sera déterminée qu’après l’achèvement du processus d’approvisionnement.

Cela dit, le pont répondra à des normes de qualité élevées et comprendra six voies de circulation, un corridor réservé au train léger et une piste multifonctionnelle.

Les faits en bref Le 5 octobre 2011, le

gouvernement du Canada a annoncé qu’il construirait un nouveau pont pour remplacer le pont Champlain.

Ce pont est l’un des plus achalandés au Canada.

Chaque année, des marchandises internationales d’une valeur de 20 milliards de dollars y transitent. Il s’agit d’un corridor crucial pour l’économie régionale et pour le Canada tout entier.

La construction du nouveau pont pour le SaintLaurent commencera en 2015. Le nouveau pont

sera ouvert à la circulation d’ici 2018 et le projet de corridor sera terminé d’ici 2020.

Citations « Je suis heureux d’avoir atteint cette étape importante du projet du nouveau pont pour le SaintLaurent. » L’honorable Denis Lebel, Ministre de l’Infrastructure, des Collectivités et des Affaires intergouvernementales et ministre de l’Agence de développement économique du Canada pour les régions du Québec

« Nous livrerons un pont qui sera non seulement une solution à long terme, mais qui sera aussi sécuritaire, fiable, construit de manière responsable, selon les échéanciers et au meilleur coût, et qui répondra aux attentes des Montréalais. » L’honorable Denis Lebel M i n i s t r e d e l’Infrastructure, des Collectivités et des Affaires intergouvernementales et ministre de l’Agence de développement économique du Canada pour les régions du Québec.

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Ouverture officielle du prolongement de la route de contournement de Conception Bay South

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onception Bay S o u t h , ( Te r r e Neuve-et-Labrador) - L’honorable Nick McGrath, ministre des Transports et des Travaux publics, a souligné la fin des travaux de construction en inaugurant le prolongement de la route de contournement de Conception Bay South.

Le projet de 25,3 millions de dollars s’étend de Legion Road à Seal Cove sur une distance de 5,6 kilomètres. Le gouvernement provincial y a consacré

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18,8 millions de dollars et le gouvernement du Canada a versé 6,5 millions de dollars par l’entremise du Fonds canadien sur l’infrastructure stratégique.

Les Faits en Bref Le budget de 2013 du gouvernement provincial intitulé A Sound Plan, A Secure Future prévoit un financement des infrastructures de plus de 866 millions de dollars. Cet apport financier aidera à dynamiser l’activité économique et à générer

l’équivalent de 5 330 années-personnes d’emploi.

Dans le cadre du Fonds canadien sur l’infrastructure stratégique doté d’un budget de 4 milliards de dollars, le gouvernement du Canada collabore avec les gouvernements provinciaux, territoriaux et municipaux, ainsi qu’avec le secteur privé, afin de répondre aux besoins en matière d’infrastructure stratégique au pays.

Le Fonds canadien sur l’infrastructure straté-

gique vient appuyer des projets d’infrastructure stratégique de grande envergure en vue d’améliorer la qualité de vie et de stimuler la croissance durable.

Citations « Ce nouveau tronçon de route permettra de réduire la congestion en plus d’améliorer la sécurité routière, tant pour les Terre-Neuviens que pour les voyageurs.

Notre gouvernement est fier d’appuyer des projets d’infrastructure comme

celui-ci qui créent des emplois et stimulent l’économie locale. » L’honorable Rob Moore, Ministre régional de Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador et ministre d’État (Agence de promotion économique du Canada atlantique). « La route de contournement de Conception Bay South est un élément très important de l’infrastructure routière qui permettra d’améliorer grandement la circulation dans la région. Le

débit de circulation sur la presqu’île Avalon a augmenté considérablement au cours des dernières années en raison de la très forte croissance économique. Le gouvernement provincial continue d’investir dans l’infrastructure afin de stimuler davantage la croissance dans toutes les régions de la province. » L’honorable Nick McGrath, Ministre des Transports et des Travaux publics de Terre-Neuve-etLabrador.

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Section Française

Communications et Ordinateurs de Bord

Les dispositifs de communication intégrés minimisent les risques, augmentent la sûreté, et réduisent les coûts de transport Par Marek Krasuski

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es dispositifs de communication sont devenus une partie essentielle de l’industrie du transport, à tel point qu’il est difficile de croire que l’industrie ait survécu sans logiciels de gestion de flotte ou ordinateurs de bord et outils semblables destinés traquer la sécurité des biens, les mouvements de véhicules, le statut des livraisons et le comportement de conduite des conducteurs. En raison de l’augmentation des contrôles qui régulent leur utilisation, on continue à perfectionner ces logiciels pour réduire le temps que le conducteur doit passer à interagir avec l’équipement de bord.

Il y a plusieurs années, par exemple, la Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) commença à imposer des pénalités aux conducteurs qui envoient des textes en conduisant. Selon la FMCSA, « les recherches lancées par la FMCSA montrent que les événements de sécurité critiques (i.e., une collision, une collision évitée, une déviation non-intentionnelle de voie) sont 23,2 fois plus fréquents chez les conducteurs de véhicules commerciaux qui envoient des SMS en conduisant que chez ceux qui s’en abstiennent. » Cette plus importante vulnérabilité aux accidents devrait motiver les conducteurs à s’abstenir d’envoyer des textes. Avec un peu de chance, les conducteurs de véhicules non commerciaux adopteront aussi un comportement plus prudent, car plusieurs ne comprennent toujours pas qu’il est dangereux de conduire et d’être sur son cellulaire en même temps.

Ainsi, plusieurs entreprises perfectionnent leurs

logiciels non seulement pour mieux s’imposer dans le marché du transport, mais aussi pour minimiser le temps que les conducteurs passent à utiliser la technologie qui les entoure. Après tout, les écrans munis de lumières clignotantes et qui lancent des alertes peuvent être aussi distrayants que les cellulaires.

A cette fin, PeopleNet Canada, un fournisseur d’ordinateurs de bord et de communication pour flottes de transport, a conçu des programmes qui limitent ce temps d’utilisation pendant que le véhicule est en mouvement. Les logiciels de gestion de flotte ont des outils de localisation, de messagerie, de calcul de la performance des conducteurs, de sécurité, de conformité aux règlements et d’entretien qui aident à gérer les opérations quotidiennes. PeopleNet rapporte que ceux qui font usage de leurs logiciels de gestion affichent une performance qui excède la norme nationale de 58,4%, connaissent 43,8% moins d’incidents lorsque les véhicules sont horsservice et 64,8% moins d’infractions aux règlements de circulation.

De plus, sa technologie de marque Blue.2 peut réduire de cinq heures le temps d’entraînement des conducteurs. Pour plus d’informations sur les produits de PeopleNet, visitez www.peoplenetonline.com.

Complete Innovations, est une autre entreprise qui se distingue dans le marché par sa gamme complète de ressources de traque. Elle offre le produit Fleet Complete, lui-même un ensemble de trois produits: Fleet Tracker (traqueur de flotte), Asset Tracker (traqueur de biens) et Action Tracker (traqueur d’actions). Tous

trois fonctionnent sur la plateforme logicielle Fleet Complete et opèrent sur un système « dans les nuages. » Fleet Tracker mesure des données telles que la durée du temps d’oisiveté, de conduite hors-route, et l’agressivité de la conduite (freinage violent et virages serrés).

Asset Tracker surveille l’emplacement et le statut des biens précieux, et Action Tracker simplifie les rapports de transport en automatisant, entre autres, la mise à jour des carnets de route des conducteurs avec son logiciel conforme aux normes du département de transport américain. (Voyez la première de couverture pour plus d’information).

Celliutrak est un autre fournisseur qui offre des solutions de gestion de flotte, et qui fournit à la fois des systèmes de récupération d’informations télématiques et des technologies antivol. Conformément aux engagements qu’elle avait pris, l’entreprise fournit désormais une pleine gamme d’outils de surveillance et de sécurité, qui font usage d’une technologie militaire conçue pour les opérations de recherche et de sauvetage et adaptée aux besoins civils.

Sa technologie antivol est équipée d’une fonction coupe-moteur qui est activée si le système de traque détecte des mouvements de camion nonautorisés. Dans une telle situation, le gérant de la flotte de l’entreprise peut éteindre le moteur à distance à partir d’un ordinateur ou Smartphone une fois le véhicule à l’arrêt.

De la même façon, des claviers et des cartes de sécurité intégrés dotés de codes d’identification, chacun correspondant à u n c o n d u c t e u r, n e permettent l’accès aux camions qu’aux conduc-

teurs autorisés. À moins que les bonnes données ne soient entrées, le véhicule ne démarrera pas. Plus d’information est disponible sur le site de l’entreprise, www.cellutrak.ca.

Malgré les nombreux avantages que présentent les ordinateurs de bord qui permettent l’usage de logiciels aussi puissants, on se montre récalcitrant à adopter la technologie au sein de l’industrie, même si elle permet de faciliter les opérations, d’évaluer le statut des camions et livraisons, et de fournir une vision d’ensemble des activités quotidiennes d’un transporteur, entraînant de ce fait des avantages considérables.

Certaines entreprises ont tendance à opérer de façon archaïque, et sont à l’aise avec des systèmes dépassés. Par exemple, il y a quelques années, quand les États-Unis introduisirent le manifeste ACE -environnement commercial automatisé- une réticence s’était manifestée face aux régulations, qui étaient entrées en vigueur afin d’améliorer la sécurité aux frontières. Ceci était dû aux nouvelles exigences aux frontières, qui imposaient aux entreprises d’envoyer l’information concernant leurs chargements avant que leurs camions n’arrivent aux frontières.

Les conducteurs sont, eux aussi, réticents, car nombre d’entre eux n’aiment pas l’excessive surveillance de leurs actions. Un conducteur a noté : « la technologie a mis un anneau autour du nez des conducteurs, ce que le gouvernement souhaite et ce qu’il approuve.

Si quelqu’un m’avait dit il y a quelques années que le camionnage serait où il en est maintenant, j’en aurais ri. C’est dommage que les entreprises dépensent une

fortune sur l’équipement et le personnel juste pour micro-gérer leurs conducteurs. » Cette réticence à adopter les logiciels de surveillance s’explique aussi par la perception qu’ont certains de leur rentabilité.

Plus de 60 pourcent des entreprises de camionnage sont considérées comme de petites entreprises, et nombre d’entre elles croient ces logiciels hors de leur portée financière. Cependant, aujourd’hui, ce n’est pas le cas. Les fournisseurs ciblent désormais les petites entreprises en louant des alternatives avec des paiements mensuels faibles, ce qui rend ces produits plus accessibles.

Typiquement, les ordinateurs de bord sont raccordés à des programmes d’expédition qui traquent la position de chaque camion dans une flotte.

De la même façon, les outils de traque surveillent les livraisons et les véhicules, et gèrent le carburant, fournissent des heures de services automatisées, de l’IFTA, des scans, de la navigation, de la surveillance de performance, et des rapports d’évènements critiques.

Les mesures de sécurité en gardiennage virtuel sont aussi largement répandues. Ces mesures de sécurités permettent aux clients de tracer des zones virtuelles autour d’aires ciblées, comme des édifices, des installations d’accostage, ou des hangars de flottes. Pénétrer dans un périmètre délimité virtuellement déclenchera un avertissement à l’utilisateur qui peut surveiller l’activité du camion avec un ordinateur ou un appareil à connexion internet mobile.

Shaw Tracking fournit des logiciels d’heures de service automatisées, d’IFTA, de scans, de navi-

gation, de surveillance de performance avec gestion de carburant et rapport sur les évènements critiques - des solutions qui améliorent la sécurité, la conformité et le rendement financier. Voir www.shawtracking.ca.

Omnitracs, un autre intervenant important, offre des logiciels, des plates-formes et des technologies intuitives, comme par exemple des outils pour la sécurité et la conformité, la rétention des conducteurs, la traque par GPS des flottes, et des logiciels pour l’entretien des flottes. Celles-ci aident à résoudre des problèmes de flotte standard et à atteindre les objectifs de gestion de flotte. Pour plus d’informations, contactez www.omnitracs.com.

Bien que les ordinateurs et les dispositifs de communications semblables opèrent de façon efficace et réduisent les coûts pour les opérateurs, les experts nous mettent en garde : la technologie seule n’élimine pas les risques ; plutôt, elle sert à augmenter la sécurité, du moment que tous les utilisateurs, y compris les conducteurs, continuent à travailler de manière responsable. Quand les freins à systèmes antiblocage sont apparus, par exemple, de nombreux conducteurs crurent que les véhicules s’arrêteraient plus vite, et donc se mirent en danger en conduisant plus vite et en réduisant leur distance de freinage. On peut souhaiter, à mesure que les nouvelles technologies seront intégrées, non seulement dans les opérations des entreprises, mais aussi dans les mentalités de leurs utilisateurs, qu’elles seront vues comme un complément à un comportement responsable et sécuritaire, plutôt qu’un substitut.

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Don’t Limit This 1949

By Wendy Morgan-McBride

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s February comes into focus many of us are looking forward to spring and all it has to offer, including those long-missed cruise nights and the time that once again will be available in the back of a pickup truck. For others it is a time to look to the future as husband and wife as couples plan their weddings and all that entails in making the perfect day. This 1949 Chevy pickup has been part of a few such events with the marriage of friends and family. Bud’s son, Rob

and wife Melissa, were one of the first to start the wedding march with this truck. Jeff & Jessica Delahunt are another of those lucky couples.

Jeff, a truck driver for Erb has had the honor of driving this truck for the past few years, owned by Bud and Jane Hamilton.

Jeff loves going to all the classic shows with his best friends and his buddy Bud. I am thinking this must mean there are some pretty happy memories to be had by all three of these couples because of this 50th anniversary Corvette blue and custom cream two-

tone truck with orange and yellow pinstripes that set it apart. It’s sure to attract attention to those occupying it.

Owners Bud and Jane don’t limit the use of the truck to just shows and weddings. They were proud to escort their nephew Kyle when he graduated from grade school to high school, driving him from the old and dropping him off at the new place of learning.

I am sure he got some surprised looks from his friends. The one event Bud is most proud of was when he was able to take part in the ‘Make a Wish’ program and help a young man get his. Josh Taylor, the recipient of Bud’s kindness, dreams to own his own classic truck, so with help from friends in their home town of Ottawa they took Josh on an Antique Truck Tour. Bud explained with obvious pride in how they drove around to cruise shows in the truck. “It was a real treat for Josh, you couldn’t slap the smile off his face.

Both Jane and I took that project to heart and look forward to doing it again if the opportunity arises.”

The half ton truck sports a custom built chassis which supports the 350 Camaro engine, straying from its original flat 8, the 700-R4 high performance transmission.

The truck features modified power door poppers, giving it a classic look with a modern edge.

Look closely, for you won’t find any door handles. The interior has been painted black and the seats have beautiful black leather.

Apart from some functional changes to

the 1949s, the 19481949 Chevrolet truck was similar to the 1947 model, and in fact Chevy’s 1948 trucks were nearly identical to the ‘47s.

To make more leg room for center passengers in 3100s and 3600s models, the gearshift lever migrated from the floor to the steering column, and the parking brake was activated by a pedal operated by the driver’s left foot, as on Buicks. At midyear, inside-door-handle action was reversed: You now pulled up to open the door.

“I joke and say its nickname should be ‘money pit’ since on average it uses about 15L/KM. But it isn’t really. Like owning any classic it needs its regular maintenance. All it needed for the safety was a new set of tires since I purchased it as is just over 5 years ago”, Bud stated adding, “I did have the mural painted in the box of the two Howling Wolves, and a friend had a mini remote truck painted to match this truck. It cost me $28,000.00 when I purchased the pickup in the Niagara Falls area, but has since been appraised at $74,000. Not a bad investment.”

The truck travels to all shows and has never been trailered since Bud and Jane have owned it. “We do well at shows, taking a lot of people’s choice and best in show, and it has won multiple awards over the last 5 years. It is just fun, fun, fun to drive and show and we love seeing the enjoyment when people stop to check it out.” Says Bud, “When we are not cruising around

town for our taxi business during the warmer months we are on the road showing both trucks off. Our 1935 Ford Pickup gets the kids excited.”

Watch for a feature here on the 1935 later this year, you will be just as pleased with this baby as I was in shooting the pictures of it. Follow my articles

on the fan page on FACEBOOK where you can find more pictures of this truck as well as past articles. Have a great February and don’t forget to get the chocolates and flowers for the 14th.

Happy Valentine’s to all and stay safe, till next month enjoy!

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The Products & Services Directory is your direct route to professional companies serving your local trucking market across Canada.

Include your company in the directory by contacting Barb Woodward by phone at 877.225.2232, fax at 613.476.9248 or email at Barb@woodwardpublishing.com. Visit us online at www.woodwardpublishing.com. accounting, tax & bookkeeping

Air Conditioning & Heating: Sales & Service

Bookkeeping Software

TruckersBooks, Inc.

Account & Records Management Bookkeeping For Your Business & Personal Finances Toll Free: 888.644.2333

••• TruckersBookkeeping.com Helping Truckers Professionally Manage the Bookkeeping and Tax Accounting-Side of Trucking. Visit www.truckersbookkeeping.com.

Markham, ON Toll Free: 888.456.6504 Tel: 905.477.7773 bookkeeping@trucktax.ca www.truckersbookkeeping.com

Wilson Instruments Ltd. 43 Crowe Bay Heights, R. R. 2 Campbellford, ON K0L 1L0 Toll Free: 877.467.4440 Tel: 705.653.2403 Fax: 705.653.5560 WilsonInstruments@sympatico.ca www.wilsoninstrumentsltd.com automated Lubrication systems

••• TruckersBooks, Inc. Cut your Bookkeeping and Tax Services Cost with the TruckersBooks Software. Easyto-use Spreadsheet Bookkeeping Management System Software for Truckers. No Bookkeeping Experience Needed. Save up to $600 per Year in service fees.

Toll Free: 888.456.6504 Tel: 905.477.7773 bookkeeping@trucktax.ca www.truckersbooks.com

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

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

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FLO Components Ltd.

Freinmeister Group Inc. 6 Farnham Crescent London, ON N6K 1K1 Tel: 519.641.6770 ron@freinmeister.com www.freinmeister.com

“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:

Air Conditioning & Heating: Sales & Service

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Cut your Bookkeeping and Tax Services Cost with the TruckersBooks Software. Easyto-use Spreadsheet Bookkeeping Management System Software for Truckers. No Bookkeeping Experience Needed. Save up to $600 per Year in service fees.

Toll Free: 888.456.6504 Tel: 905.477.7773 bookkeeping@trucktax.ca www.truckersbooks.com cargo control products

compliance services

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

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DPF Cleaning

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

5325 Outer Drive Windsor, ON N9A 6J3 Toll Free: 877.373.2580 Tel: 519.737.6005 Fax: 519.737.0005 info@dpfcleaningspecialists.com www.dpfcleaningspecialists.com driver services, recruitment & employment

Mover’s Equipment & Supplies 6176 Atlantic Drive Mississauga, ON L5T 1W2 Toll Free: 800.668.3773 Tel: 905.670.4488 Fax: 905.670.2748 info@movers3.com www.movers3.com clutch products

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

201-11450 29 th 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

150 South Service Road Stoney Creek, ON L8E 3H6 Toll Free: 800.268.5076 Tel: 905.573.3101 sales@niagaraservice.com 26 February 2014

“Large Account Service” to small fleet & start-up companies.”

176 Seacliff Drive West Leamington, ON N8H 3Y5 Toll Free: 877.653.9426 Tel: 519.419.5044 Fax: 519.326.4047 riacobelli@liquidcapitalcorp.com www.liquidcapitalmidwest.com Fasteners, Fittings, Hose & Shop Maintenance supplies

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Drakkar Human Resources 6303 Airport Road, Suite 100 Mississauga, ON L4V 1R8 Toll Free: 877.372.5527 Tel: 905.795.1397 Fax: 905.795.1391 drivers@drakkar.ca www.drakkar.ca

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Kee Human Resources Clutch Distribution Centre Inc. ICC The Compliance Center 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 Charlie@cdcparts.com www.cdcparts.com

Dangerous Goods Supplies & Services.

205 Matheson Blvd. East, Unit 7 Mississauga, ON L4Z 1X8 Toll Free: 888.977.4834 Tel: 905.890.7228 Fax: 905.890.7070 sales@thecompliancecenter.com www.thecompliancecenter.com

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

81 Northline Road Toronto, ON M4B 3E9 Toll Free: 800.677.9038 Tel: 416.759.2245 Fax: 416.759.5890

factoring, finance & foreign exchange

Accutrac Capital Solutions Inc. ITR Canada Inc.

Fil-Mor Automotive & Clutch Products Ltd.

“Your Goals Are Our Priority.”

6760 Davand Drive, Unit 9 Mississauga, ON L5T 2L9 Toll Free: 800.661.0377 Tel: 905.670.3426 Fax: 905.670.3436 ea@keehumanresources.com www.keehumanresources.com

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S.E.T.I. Imports Inc. Niagara Service & Supply Ltd.

canadasales@jdfactors.com

Liquid Capital Midwest Corp.

Danatec Educational Services Ltd.

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 Computer Services & Software

“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.”

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

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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: 905.505.0616 tfeeney@feeneyhardware.com www.feeneyhardware.com

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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

Bennetts Power Service Products P. O. Box 51016, RPO Tyndall Park Winnipeg, MB R2X 3C6 Toll Free: 877.778.4440 Tel: 204.694.1777 Fax: 204.633.0133 gbennett@powerservice.ca www.powerservice.ca fuel Economy Products

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81 Tremaine Road Milton, ON L9T 2W8 Tel: 905.878.7161 Fax: 905.878.7730 info@seti-imports.com www.autogreaser.com or www.seti-imports.com

factoring, finance & foreign exchange

Contrast Logistics Software 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.

RATE-N-ROLL© is a family of costing and pricing products for the trucking and logistics industry.

451 Donegal Street, Apt. 3 Peterborough, ON K9H 4L7 Tel: 705.977.2120 info@contrastlogistics.net www.ratenroll.com

J D Factors 315 Matheson Blvd. East Mississauga, ON L4Z 1X8 Toll Free: 800.263.0664 Tel: 905.501.5000 Fax: 905.501.0395 CanadaSales@JDFactors.com

Diesel Spec Inc. 1570 Richardson Street Montreal, QC H3K 1G3 Tel: 514.932.0060 Fax: 514.932.9741 christian@dieselspec.ca www.dieselspec.ca

Fuel & Lubricants Direct

insurance brokers

insurance brokers

lubricants

ON-Board truck Scales

Rust Preventive Products

Krown Corporate

Blue Water West Ltd.

Bryson & Associates Insurance Brokers Ltd.

Bryson Insurance & Financial Services Ltd. Lubricants to all sizes of businesses “For All Your Trucking Insurance large or small, stationary or on the Needs. Transportation Insurance, go, on land or at sea.

Fleet Safety Management Services, Bonds, Health, Drug, Dental, Life 3100 Underhill Avenue & Disability Insurance. Same Day Burnaby, BC V5A 3C6 Quotes up to 10 units.”

Tel: 604.420.4331 Toll Free: 800.661.5196 Fax: 604.420.4137 Fax: 905.426.4959 dbundock@brysoninsurance.ca rfeeney@BlueWaterAgencies.ca www.brysoninsurance.ca www.bluewatergroup.ca Suppliers of Esso Fuel and Mobil

GPS SYSTEMS

Hallmark Insurance Brokers Ltd. “The Transit Authority” 10 Konrad Crescent Markham, ON, L3R 8T7 Toll Free: 800.492.4070 Tel: 905.475.4070 Fax: 905.944.0273 trucking@hallmarkins.com www.hallmarkins.com

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NOCO Lubricants LP “Best Service, Best Value, Best Quality.”

2 Bradpenn Road Toronto, ON M8Z 5S9 Toll Free: 800.414.6626 Tel: 416.232.6626 Fax: 416.201.9880 orderdesk@noco.ca www.noco.ca

Transportation Insurance 33 Princess Street, Suite 501 Leamington, ON N8H 5C5 Canadian Insurance Brokers Inc. Toll Free: 800.463.4700 AC GLOBAL Systems 1 Eglinton Ave. East, Suite 415 Tel: 519.326.9339 Toronto, ON M4P 3Z1 Fax: 519.326.0128 AC Global Systems provides fleet dan.mcguire@hubinternational.com Tel: 416.486.0951 owners the tools they need to get www.hubinternational.com Fax: 416.489.5311 the maximum efficiency out of their jasonj@cibi.ca ••• mobile assets. Using GPS fleet www.cibi.ca management our typical customer •••

RP Oil Limited 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 lubricants (synthetic)

saves 20% on their annual fuel

Trail, BC V1R 2T1 Toll Free: 877.364.2333, ext 14 Fax: 250.483.6493 dan@acglobalsystems.com www.acglobalsystems.com

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Dalton Timmis Insurance Group The Perfect Fit for your trucking insurance needs.

35 Stone Church Road Ancaster, ON L9K 1S5 Toll Free: 888.385.8466 Tel: 905.648.3922 Fax: 905.648.2640 info@daltontimmis.com www.daltontimmis.com

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Dican Instruments Canada Inc. 1100 Burloak Drive, Ste. 300 Burlington, ON L7L 6B2 Toll Free: 866.884.7569 Tel: 905.937.9652 Fax: 905.938.7405 dianes@dicaninc.com www.dicaninc.com insurance brokers

Transportation Insurance Broker/Advisor 2150 Islington Avenue Toronto, ON M9P 3V4 Toll Free: 877.232.9996 Tel: 416.521.6713 Fax: 416.259.7178 michelles@jdimi.com www.jdimi.com

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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

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 www.730permitservices.com

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C.U.T.C. Inc.

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 Pressure Washers

Jones Deslauriers Insurance Management Inc. Sinwal Enterprises Inc. 5656 Bell Harbour Drive Mississauga, ON L5M 5J3 Toll Free: 866.326.7645 Tel: 416.520.5527 Fax: 905.814.1802 lubedealer@rogers.com www.sinwal.com Mattresses (Cab & Domestic)

Can-Clean Pressure Washers

6790 Davand Drive, Units 13 & 14 Mississauga, ON L5T 2G5 Toll Free: 888.568.8001 Tel: 905.568.4868 Fax: 905.565.8821 info@can-clean.com www.can-clean.com

“The Perfect Fit for your trucking insurance needs.”

6715-8th Street NE Calgary, AB T2E 7H7 Toll Free: 866.472.0721 Tel: 403.241.2288 Fax: 866.399.3177 info@daltontimmis.com www.daltontimmis.com

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Cramaro Tarpaulin Systems Cramaro, for all your tarping needs.

206 Arvin Avenue Stoney Creek, ON L8E 2L8 Toll Free: 800.565.8277 Tel: 905.662.2757 Fax: 905.662.4811 sales@cramarotarps.ca www.cramarotarps.com

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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 tire balancing

Counteract Balancing Beads TruChoice Div. of LMD Insurance

Alternative Coverage to WSIB, Group Benefits Consultants, Life, Investments, Travel.

2550 Matheson Blvd. East Suite #130 Mississauga, ON L4W 4C1 Toll Free: 800.236.5810 Tel: 416.748.9994 Cell: 416.704.0870 lina@lmdinsurance.ca www.lmdinsurance.ca

MacDavid Wellness Solutions Inc. MacDavid Wellness Solutions Inc. produces the Gel Master line of products. Having drivers’ health & wellness in mind, our product line includes mattresses, mattress toppers, seating & cushions.

27 Casebridge Court, Unit 3 Toronto, ON M1B 4Y4 Tel: 416.282.4435 info@MacDavidInc.com www.MacDavidInc.com

Pressure Washers, Parts Washers, Parts, Accessories and Biodegradable Detergents.

16712-118th Avenue Edmonton, AB T5V 1P7 Toll Free: 800.328.1555 Tel: 780.451.4521 Fax: 780.451.1616 sales@hotsyab.com www.HotsyAB.com

tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS)

Rust Preventive Products

HawksHead Systems Inc.

De-On Supply Inc.

Real-time pressure & temperature readings; wireless to the driver’s seat; for semi-trucks, trailers, RV’s & more. Alarms for deflation & temperatures.

10381 Parkwood Drive Rosedale, BC V0X 1X0 Toll Free: 888.321.TPMS Fax: 888.909.9857 sales@HawksHeadSystems.com www.tpms.ca

Corrosion Control Coatings Ltd.

The CG & B Group Inc.

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

Hotsy Pressure Washers

13029 – 8th Line Georgetown, ON L7G 4S4 Toll Free: 800.572.8952 Tel: 905.873.3339 Fax: 905.873.3088 info@counteractbalancing.com www.counteractbalancing.com

oil furnace sales & Service

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

We protect the best!

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

tarps & tarping systems

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Dalton Timmis Insurance Group

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Baird MacGregor Insurance Brokers LP

Permits & services

730 Permit Services

HUB International Ontario Ltd.

2795 Highway Drive

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

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costs.

Vulcan On-Board Scales

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

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

“Exclusive Canadian distributor of Tectyl® industrial Rust Preventive Products.”

106 Colborne Street P.O. Box 1088 Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0 Toll Free: 800.934.7771 Fax: 800.563.8078 dwells@cc-coatings.com www.cc-coatings.com

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towing services

towing services

trailer Sales, leasing, rentals & service

J P Towing Service & Storage Ltd

Transport Companies

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trailer Sales, leasing, rentals & service

Pat Rogers Towing Abrams Towing

“Service Across Ontario” 24 Hour Heavy Towing Toll Free: 888.667.5438 Tel: 416.398.2500 www.abrams.ca

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24 Hour Emergency Service Kingston, ON Toll Free: 888.221.3672 Tel: 613.384.2572 www.PatRogersTowing.com trailer manufacturers [ tankers ]

GTA Trailer Rentals Inc. Head Office – 36 Cardico Drive Gormley, ON L0H 1G0 Toll Free: 866.482.5311 Fax: 905.888.6061 j.ciciretto@gtatrailer.com www.gtatrailer.com

••• 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.actiontowing.com

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 btinc@aei.ca www.bedardtankers.com

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

Shop

5238 Hwy. 69 South Sudbury, ON P3E 4N1 Toll Free: 800.261.4252 Tel: 705.523.2341 Fax: 705.523.2817 gobbotowing@bellnet.ca 28 February 2014

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

towing services

Canada’s largest cargo tank and tank-trailer manufacturer for the transportation of a large variety of dry and liquid products.

790 Montrichard Avenue St-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC J2X 5G4 Toll Free: 800.363.2158 Tel: 450.347.7822 Fax: 450.347.8372 tremcar@tremcar.com www.tremcar.com

Transportation Training

Carmen Transportation Group

We are a family run business 3700 Weston Road Cambridge Truck & Trailer Ltd. A Towing Service Ltd. offering services such as Battery Toronto, ON M9L 2Z4 Cambridge Truck and Trailer has Servicing GTA, Ontario and USA Boost, Fuel Delivery and Winching Toll Free: 866.857.5166 been a family-owned and operated A company you can count on! including Heavy, Flatbed, Float Tel: 416.667.9700 185 Bartley Drive Fax: 416.667.8272 Towing and Light Duty. Available 24 business for more than 40 years.

Toronto, ON M4A 1E6 Serving clients throughout Ontario info@carmentransportationgroup. hours a day, 7 days a week.

Toll Free: 800.773.7952 com we have built our loyal customer 11 Glen Scarlett Road Tel: 416.656.4000 www.carmentransportationgroup.

Toronto, ON M6N 1P5 base on value, reliability and Fax: 416.656.3065 com Toll Free: 866.527.8225 commitment to get the job done. carole@atowing.ca Tel: 416.203.9300 • •• 690 Fountain Street North www.atowing.ca Fax: 416.203.9303 Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7 ••• dispatch@jptowing.com Toll Free: 800.267.7371 www.jptowing.com Tel: 519.653.7371 ••• Fax: 519.653.4037 Erb Group of Companies dispatch@cambridgetruck.com Refrigerated Transportation www.cambridgetruck.com Stellar Roadside Assistance Ltd. Specialists.

185 Bartley Drive ••• 290 Hamilton Road Toronto, ON M4A 1E6 New Hamburg, ON N3A 1A2 K.B.W. Towing We offer service to your light & Toll Free: 800.665.2653 KBW Truck Transfer Service medium duty vehicles in most Tel: 519.662.2710 Heavy & Medium Towing, areas of Ontario, 24/7.

Fax: 519.662.3316 Flatbed Specialists.

Simply dial...

Fort Garry Industries info@erbgroup.com Toll Free: 855.424.2300 1 Towns Road www.erbgroup.com Proud distributors for Lode-King, Tel: 416.424.2300 Etobicoke, ON M8Z 1A1 Midland Manufacturing, Arctic ••• Fax: 416.424.2303 Toll Free: 866.616.6379 Manufacturing, Landoll, CMIC john.mackenzie@stellarroadside.com Tel: 416.255.4443 Container Chassis and more. www.stellarroadside.com Fax: 416.252.2558 trailers@fgiltd.ca edkbw@hotmail.com www.fgiltd.com/trailers

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Transport Companies

Atlantis Transportation Services Inc. P.O. Box 6001, 6500 Silver Dart Drive, Toronto AMF, ON L5P 1B2 Toll Free: 800.387.7717 Tel: 905.672.5171 Fax: 905.672.7652 Debby@atlantis-airlink.com www.atlantis-airlink.com

HanM Transportation Management Services Ltd.

Modern equipment for your refrigerated transportation needs.

3701 Chesswood Drive, Suite 322 North York, ON M3J 2P6 Toll Free: 888.473.5557 Tel: 416.787.3213 Fax: 416.787.6819 kevin@hanmtransportation.com www.hanmtransportation.com

Star Van Systems 10 Kerivan Court, Stoney Creek, ON L8E 5P6 Toll Free: 800.263.4884 Fax: 905.643.8700 kens@starvansystems.com www.starvansystems.com

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The Rosdale Group 6845 Invader Crescent Mississauga, ON L5T 2B7 Toll Free: 877.588.0057 Tel: 905.670.0057 Fax: 905.696.4630 steveh@rosedale.ca www.rosedalegroup.ca Transportation Training

Transportation Training

Kee Training Academy “Your Goals Are Our Priority.”

6760 Davand Drive, Unit 9 Mississauga, ON L5T 2L9 Toll Free: 800.661.0377 Tel: 905.670.3426 Toll Free Fax: 866.329.5331 Fax: 905.670.3436 ea@keehumanresources.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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LandStar Systems Inc.

Landstar - The Freedom to Run your Business Your Way. 13410 Sutton Park Drive South Jacksonville, FL 32224 Toll Free 800.435.4010 Tel: 855.549.0707 Fax: 800.774.2347 recruiter@landstar.com www.lease2landstar.com

Alpine Truck Driver Training Contact: Jack Lochand 595 Middlefield Road, Unit 10 Scarborough, ON M1V 3S2 Toll Free: 855.869.1222 Tel: 416.869.1222 Fax: 416.869.0222 info@alpinetruckdrivertraining.com www.alpinetruckdrivertraining.com

Commercial Heavy Equipment Training Ltd. Contact: Dwight Nelson 2421 Cawthra Road Mississauga, ON L5A 2W7 Toll Free: 800.297.4322 Tel: 416.456.2438 Fax: 905.281.9637 dwight.nelson@musket.ca

Crossroads Training Academy - Barrie Contact: Read Conley or Diane Austin 49 Truman Road Barrie, ON L4N 8Y7 Toll Free: 866.446.0057 Tel: 705.719.2419 Fax: 705.719.2438 crossroadstruc1@bellnet.ca www.crossroadstrainingacademy.com

Crossroads Training Academy Belleville Contact: Al Dykstra 53 Grills Road Belleville, ON K8N 4Z5 Toll Free: 888.771.1495 Tel: 613.771.1495 Fax: 613.771.1495 info@crossroadstrainingacademy. com www.crossroadstrainingacademy. com

Crossroads Training Academy Kingston Contact: Robert Barclay 1525 Centennial Drive Kingston, ON K7L 4V2 Toll Free: 888.282.6605 Tel: 613.389.6000 Fax: 613.389.1998 info@crossroadstrainingacademy. com www.crossroadstrainingacademy. com

Crossroads Training Academy Ottawa Contact: Brian Adams or Erica Kelly 2020 Bantree Street, Suite 200 Ottawa, ON K1B 5A4 Toll Free: 866.529.1113 Tel: 613.742.7499 Fax: 613.742.7899 erica@bellnet.ca www.crossroadstrainingacademy.com

Crossroads Truck Training Academy - Smiths Falls Contact: Brian Adams/Erica Kelly 10 - 12 Maple Avenue Smiths Falls, ON K7A 1Z5 Toll Free: 866.529.1113 Tel: 613.742.7499 Fax: 613.742.7899 erica@bellnet.ca www.crossroadstrainingacademy. com

Danbro Truck Training Contact: Brent Nantais or Krista Gray 505 Kenora Ave., Bldg. 1, Unit 1 Hamilton, ON L8E 3P2 Toll Free: 800.273.5867 Tel: 905.575.7606 Fax: 905.388.6699 brent@danbro-training.com or krista@danbro-training.com www.danbro-training.com

Friendly Truck Driving School Contact: Thiru or Dhas Mahalingam 850 Tapscott Road, Unit 9 Scarborough, ON M1X 1N4 Toll Free: 855.414.3837 Tel: 416.291.9075 Fax: 416.291.1144 friendlydriving@yahoo.com www.friendlydrive.com

Greater Ottawa Truck Training Contact: Shahram Dowlatshahi 5 Caesar Avenue Ottawa, ON K2G 0A8 Toll Free: 877.468.8229 Tel: 613.727.4688 Fax: 613.727.5997 gott@2gott.com www.2gott.com

Transportation Training

Transportation Training

Transportation Training

Truck & Trailer Repairs

truck delivery

truck lighting & accessories

MTT Repair Services Inc. 1868 Drew Road Mississauga, ON L5S 1J6 Tel: 905.677.2771 Fax: 905.677.2774 info@mttrepair.com

Jay’s Professional Truck Training Centre

Contact: Jay Pootha or Chandrika Fernando 589 Middlefield Road, Unit 11 Scarborough, ON M1V 4Y6 Toll Free: 877.611.1511 Tel: 416.299.9638 Fax: 416.609.9814 jaystruck@bellnet.ca www.jaystrucktraining.ca

Kim Richardson Transportation Specialists Inc. Contact: Roxanne Wilkieson 172 Argyle Street N., Upper Level Caledonia, ON N3W 2J7 Toll Free: 800.771.8171 Tel: 905.765.3445 Fax: 905.765.1444 krts@krway.com www.krway.com

Kim Richardson Transportation Specialists Inc. Contact: Roxanne Wilkieson 634 Ireland Road Simcoe, ON N3Y 4K8 Toll Free: 800.771.8171 Tel: 519.426.8260 ext. 232 Fax: 519.428.3112 krts@krway.com www.krway.com

Modern Training Ontario

Contact: Kathy Korakas 308 Kenora Avenue Hamilton, ON L8E 2W2 Toll Free: 866.443.7483 Tel: 905.573.9675 Fax: 905.573.6425 info@moderntraining.com www.moderntraining.com

Northern Academy of Transportation Training Contact: Brian Pattison 25 Vagnini Court Lively, ON P3Y 1K8 Toll Free: 800.719.9334 Tel: 705.692.9222 Fax: 705.692.9256 bpattison@tpsgroup.ca www.northernacademy.ca

Northstar Truck Driving School Contact: Robert Labute 5044 Walker Road Windsor, ON N9A 6J3 Toll Free: 877.967.0444 Tel: 519.737.0444 Fax: 519.737.0445 northstartruck@bellnet.ca www.northstartruckdrivingschool.com

Ontario Truck Driving School Chatham Contact: Gus Rahim 1005 Richmond Street Chatham, ON N7M 5J5 Toll Free: 866.985.0077 Tel: 519.355.0077 Fax: 519.355.0066 chatham@otds.com www.otds.com

Ontario Truck Driving School - London Contact: Gus Rahim 427 Exeter Road London, ON N6E 2Z3 Toll Free: 800.799.5627 Tel: 519.858.9338 Fax: 519.858.0920 gusrahim@otds.com www.otds.com

Ontario Truck Driving School - Tri-County Voc. Driver Training Niagara-on-the-Lake Schools Inc. Contact: Jim Campbell 281 Queenston Road Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0 Toll Free: 855.265.5627 Tel: 905.685.1117 Fax: 905.641.0533 niagara@otds.com www.otds.com

Ontario Truck Driving School Oldcastle Contact: Gus Rahim 2155 Fasan Drive Oldcastle, ON N0R 1L0 Toll Free: 866.410.0333 Tel: 519.737.7890 Fax: 519.737.1733 windsor@otds.com www.otds.com

Ontario Truck Driving School Owen Sound Contact: Gus Rahim 1051 – 2nd Avenue East Owen Sound, ON N4K 1S3 Toll Free: 877.378.0444 Tel: 519.376.0444 Fax: 866.800.6837 owensound@otds.com www.otds.com

Ontario Truck Driving School - Sarnia Contact: Gus Rahim 141 Mitton Street South Sarnia, ON N7T 3C5 Toll Free: 800.799.5627 Tel: 519.332.8778 Fax: 519.337.5911 sarnia@otds.com www.otds.com

Ontario Truck Training Academy - Brampton Contact: Yvette Lagrois 76 SunPac Blvd.

Brampton, ON L6S 5Z8 Toll Free: 800.753.2284 Tel: 905.367.0066 Fax: 905.792.0985 yvette.lagrois@otta.ca www.otta.ca

Ontario Truck Training Academy - Oshawa Contact: Yvette Lagrois 199 Wentworth Street East Oshawa, ON L1H 3V6 Toll Free: 800.753.2284 Tel: 905.723.1237 Fax: 905.723.1245 yvette.lagrois@otta.ca www.otta.ca

Contact: Richard Wynia 480 Waydom Drive Ayr, ON N0B 1E0 Toll Free: 800.265.0400 Tel: 519.653.1700 Fax: 519.622.4002 info@tri-countytruck.com www.tri-countytruck.com triOS

College - Brampton

Contact: Martha Jansenberger 252 Queen Street East Brampton, ON L6V 1C1 Toll Free: 888.282.3893 Tel: 905.450.2230 x. 1610 Fax: 905.450.3041 martha.jansenberger@trios.com www.trios.com triOS

College - Oshawa

Contact: Deborah Jollymore 200 John Street, Suite C5 Oshawa, ON L1J 2B4 Toll Free: 888.718.7467 Tel: 905.435.9911 x. 2010 Fax: 905.435.9985 deborah.jollymore@trios.com www.trios.com

Truck Training Academy of Stoney Creek Contact: Tanya Smajlagic 298 Grays Road, Unit 1 Stoney Creek, ON P3P 1L9 Tel: 905.573.3635 Fax: 905.573.8911 tta@cogeco.net www.trucktrainingacademy.ca

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Truck & Trailer Repairs

“A great service company knows how to keep YOU rolling.”

Drive Star Shuttle Systems Ltd. Immediate emergency “callout 23 Industrial Drive “service. Ready to help 24 hours, Caledonia, ON N3W 1H8 365 days a year. Fixed price, no Toll Free: 866.425.4440 Tel: 289.285.3021 hidden costs, 25 years in business Fax: 289.285.3026 – all work guaranteed and excellent sales@drive-star.com customer service. www.drive-star.com 1900 Gage Court truck equipment Mississauga, ON L5S 1S1 Toll Free: 800.560.1050 Tel: 905.677.9861 Fax: 905.677.6919 chris@sousatrucktrailer.com www.sousatrucktrailer.com Fort Garry Industries Sales and NSM certified installation Now Open Sousa Truck Trailer Cambridge of snow plows, sanders, mixers, dump bodies and more.

1075 Industrial Road truckequip@fgiltd.ca Ayr, ON N0B 1E0 www.fgiltd.com/equipment Toll Free: 800.560.1050 TRUCK EXHAUST SALes & Tel: 519.624.8090 Service chris@sousatrucktrailer.com www.sousatrucktrailer.com truck CUSTOMIZING

Texis Truck Exhaust

Quality Custom 12 Clarke Blvd.

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

“Diesel Performance Specialists” 1850 Gage Court Mississauga, ON L5S 1S2 Toll Free: 800.267.4740 Tel: 905.795.2838 Fax: 905.678.3030 texis@bellnet.ca www.texisexhaust.com

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Greig Truck & Trailer The Truck Exhaust Place

Acadian Driveaway

Fort Garry Industries Brake specialists, installations, safeties and a whole lot more. info@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com/parts/

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

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

Discount Truck Parts Ltd. Quality truck parts at discount prices.

11633 – 156 th Street Edmonton, AB T5M 3T8 Toll Free: 800.661.5051 Tel: 780.454.5050 sales@gearcentregroup.com www.discounttruckparts.ca

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

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

truck delivery

Taranis Training Ltd.

Grote Industries Co.

Sousa Truck Trailer Repair Ltd.

Let US see to your Repair Needs!

Just minutes off Hwy 401 @ Exit 526.

Ontario Truck Training Academy 2 Foster Stearns Road - Peterborough Trenton, ON K8V 5R8 Contact: Yvette Lagrois Tel: 613.394.5005 365 Lansdowne Street East, Unit 3 Fax: 613.394.2736 Peterborough, ON K9L 2A3 Brian.Greig@bellnet.ca or Toll Free: 800.939.1463 Derrick.Greig@bellnet.ca Tel: 705.743.1888 Fax: 705.743.1875 Truck & Trailer Repairs yvette.lagrois@otta.ca www.otta.ca Contact: Mike Hummel & Kathy Buttars 1485 Rosslyn Road Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6W1 Toll Free: 855.247.4213 Tel: 807.476.1746 Fax: 807.476.1875 mhummel@taranis.ca www.taranistraining.ca

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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Valley Driver Training

Contact: Jamie Fitchett 99 Cote Blvd.

Hanmer, ON P3P 1L9 Tel: 705.969.8848 Fax: 705.969.0584 jamie-vdt@live.com www.valleydrivertraining.ca

Compass Vehicle Delivery Inc.

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, owner-operators, brokers, truck repair facilities, municipalities and manufactures get their equipment up and running and their trucks back on the road with minimal down time.

1365 Bonhill Road Mississauga, ON L6T 1M1 Toll Free: 800.385.8801 Tel: 905.670.0100 Fax: 905.670.8128 james@totalexhaust.com www.totalexhaust.com

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

7947 Edgar Industrial Drive Red Deer, AB T4P 3R2 Toll Free: 866.297.0022 Tel: 403.343.1383 Fax: 403.347.8275 reddeer@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com February 2014 29

truck parts & supplies

truck parts & supplies

truck sales, leasing, parts & service

Manitoba Ontario

Saskatchewan

regina

Morgan’s Diesel Truck Parts & Service Inc.

Fort Garry Industries

1248 McAdoo’s Lane, R. R. #1

1523 Ross Avenue East

Glenburnie, ON K0H 1S0

Regina, SK S4N 7E5

Toll Free: 800.267.0633

Toll Free: 800.552.8044

Tel: 613.546.0431

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

Tel: 306.757.5606

Fax: 613.546.4206

Fax: 306.781.7926

www.morgan-diesel.com

regina@fgiltd.ca

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www.fgiltd.com

truck Wash Systems

Barry Humphrey Enterprises Ltd.

Truck, tractor and trailer storage with 14 acres of metal fencing and C & R Transmission Service Ltd. asphalt base. (3 minutes to the Linc Authorized Allison overhaul dealer, & Red Hill Expressway).

721 Mud Street East authorized Funk Service Centre Stoney Creek, ON & clutch service. Call or visit web Tel: 416.801.3142 Fax: 905.643.8256 site for details on how to get FREE psims0307@yahoo.ca clutch adjustments.

Truck tire sales & service 13 Anderson Blvd.

Stouffville, ON L4A 7X4

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

saskatoon

Toll Free: 888.297.0682

Tel: 905.662.2662

Fort Garry Industries

Tel: 905.642.4556

Fax: 888.407.9498

Fax: 905.642.2293

info@awashsystems.com

manager@crtransmission.com

www.awashsystems.com

P. O. Box 1848, Saskatoon, SK

Ontario

saskatoon@fgiltd.ca

Mississauga

truck transmissions, differentials & pto’s

Diesel Truck Parts Inc.

2525 Inkster Blvd.

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

Fort Garry Industries

Truck Storage Rentals

3455 Miners Avenue S7K 7K9 Toll Free: 800.772.4599 Tel: 306.242.3465 Fax: 306.933.4850 www.fgiltd.com truck sales, leasing, parts & service

Surgenor Truck Centre Eastern Ontario / Western Quebec’s largest group of independent truck dealerships, has built a reputation as durable as the brands that we sell and lease. The Surgenor Truck Group includes two Truck Centres, one in Ottawa, and one in Kingston,

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

“Your Complete Transportation

thunder bay

Business Partner.”

Fort Garry Industries

4049 Eastgate Cres.

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

London, ON N6L 1B7

Kingston, ON K7M 9H2

Toll Free: 800.363.4380

Toll Free: 877.548.1101

Tel: 519.652.2100

Tel: 613.548.1100

Fax: 519.652.6593

Fax: 613.548.4990

info@gerrystrucks.com

Mike.Gallant@SurgenorTruck.com

www.gerrystrucks.com

www.surgenortruck.com

as well as five service affiliates (Brockville, Pembroke, Gatineau,

Gerry’s Truck Centre

Benson Tire

The largest Goodyear dealer in Ontario, offering over 15 locations equipped with 24 hour emergency service vehicles to handle all of your tire needs.

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

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www.crtransmission.com

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Turbochargers

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Canada-Wide Parts

and two in Cornwall) providing

Distributors Ltd.

BD Diesel Performance

regularly scheduled maintenance

Canada’s Leading Supplier of

“Consistent, Quick, Quality”

Powertrain Components.

33541 MacLure Road

as well as on-call 24/7 for roadside assistance, and parts delivery.

261 Binnington Court

Ontario Regional Office

Over 100 Truck Tire Service Centres Across Canada.

520 Abilene Drive Mississauga, ON L5T 2H7 Toll Free: 800.465.0618 Tel: 905.564.5171 Fax: 905.564.5175 LHardy@oktire.com www.oktire.com

1261A Shawson Drive Mississauga, ON L4W 1C4 Toll Free: 877.564.3116 Tel: 905.564.3116

Abbotsford, BC V2S 7W2 Toll Free: 800.887.5030 Tel: 604.853.6096

Fax: 905.564.3119

Fax: 604.853.8749

sales@gearcentregroup.com

sales@bd-power.com

www.canadawideparts.com

www.dieselperformance.com

Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.)

P.S.I. Recognizes Fleet Contribution

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an Antonio, Texas - Throughout 2013, Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.) celebrated its 20th anniversary of providing automatic tire inflation systems for commercial vehicles by honoring twelve fleets, three for each five year interval from 1993 through the present, that have played a major role in the success of the company. On December 3 Frank Sonzala and Mike Niemeyer presented the twelfth and final 20th Anniversary Year Fleet of the Month

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award to Swift Transportation during the CCJ Fall Symposium held in Scottsdale, Arizona. Each of the fleets honored in the second half of 2013 were instrumental in growing P.S.I.’s penetration into the N.A. fleet market. They are: Years 2003-2008 July - Old Dominion Freight Lines was recognized as being one of the first large for-hire carriers that made the Meritor Tire Inflation System (MTIS™)

by P.S.I.™ standard on their trailers. This was a

huge milestone that led to MTIS™ now being specified by 70% of the Top 200 fleets (for-hire and private) in the U.S. August - Dean Foods, a multiple-brand high profile private carrier, began spec’ing P.S.I.’s automatic tire inflation system in 2000 giving the company exposure to the private fleet sector.

September - FedEx Ground and Freight, the nation’s second largest carrier, went standard with P.S.I. in both divisions. Their reputation for

quantifying value of their trailer specifications convinced the industry that the R.O.I. for this product fell within an acceptable time frame and convinced other fleets to follow their lead.

Years 2008-2013 October - Werner Enterprises, who not only began spec’ing the P.S.I. system on all new trailers, also embarked on a 24,000 trailer retrofit program for their in-service trailers.

November - J.B. Hunt chooses MTIS™ by P.S.I.™ as their specification for all

new trailer orders.

December - Swift Transportation honored for being the latest large for-hire carrier spec’ing MTIS™ by P.S.I. for their trailers.

Today, Pressure Systems International is the world leader in automatic tire inflation systems. In North America MTIS™ by PSI™ has the greatest share of fleets that use automatic tire inflation systems with approximately 36% of all new trailers being equipped with the system. Frank Sonzala, Executive Vice President

commented, “We honored twelve fleets during our 20th anniversary year, but really there are so many who have contributed to our success that it would take the next twenty years to recognize them all. 2013 was a record year for us and we appreciate the support of each and every one of our customers in helping us attain that mark.”

For more information about Pressure Systems International visit their website www.psi-atis. com.

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Alphabetical List of Advertis er s

Advertis er s by Product or S ervice

Advertiser Page Publication

Advertiser

A

Diesel Performance Products Diesel Spec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 2 Tunit & Bully Dog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Accutrac Capital Solutions Inc.. . . . . . . . 7 Aird & Berlis, LLP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Airtab, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 All Points Freight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Atlantis Transportation Services. . . . . . 44 Ayr Motor Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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

B BD Diesel Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Benson Tire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Ontario Trucking News BTC Express. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Ontario Trucking News

C C.U.T.C. Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Challenger Motor Freight. . . . . . . . . . . 47

D Dawson Truck Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Ontario & Western Trucking News DiCAN Digital Instruments Canada Inc. .12 Ontario & Eastern Trucking News Diesel Spec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 2

E Edge Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Western Trucking News Escalate International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ontario & Eastern Trucking News

F Flo Components Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Ontario Trucking News

H HanM Transportation Management Ser. .42 Ontario Trucking News Hotsy Pressure Washers. . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Western Trucking News

I International Truckload Services Inc.. . 37 Ontario Trucking News

J J D Factors Corporation. . . . . . . . . . . 1, 3

K Kindersley Transport Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Ontario Trucking News

L Laidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc. . . . . . . . . 41 Eastern Trucking News Landstar System Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Ontario Trucking News Liquid Capital Midwest Corp. . . . . . . . . . 1 Ontario Trucking News

R Road Today Truck Show . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 RSB Logistic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Ontario & Western Trucking News

S ServiceStar Freightways Inc. . . . . . . . . 43 Ontario Trucking News Shell Lubricants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 SmartTruck Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 4, 5 Western Trucking News Star Van Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Ontario Trucking News

T Texis Truck Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Ontario Trucking News The Fuel Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 The Rosedale Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Traction Truck Parts & TruckPro . . . . . . . 1 Ontario & Western Trucking News TransX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 48 Tremcar Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Ontario Trucking News Truck World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Tunit & Bully Dog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

V Vulcan On-Board Scales. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Western & Eastern Trucking News

W Wilson Instruments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Ontario Trucking News

Y YOW Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 4 Ontario & Eastern Trucking News

page publications

Employment Opportunities All Points Freight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Atlantis Transportation Services . . . . . 44 Ayr Motor Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 BTC Express. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Challenger Motor Freight. . . . . . . . . . . 47 Edge Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 HanM Transportation Management Ser. .42 International Truckload Services Inc.. . 37 Kindersley Transport Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Laidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc. . . . . . . . . 41 Landstar System Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 RSB Logistic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 ServiceStar Freightways Inc. . . . . . . . . 43 Star Van Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 The Rosedale Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 TransX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 48

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

Factoring & Finance Accutrac Capital Solutions Inc.. . . . . . . . 7 Ontario & Western Trucking News J D Factors Corporation. . . . . . . . . . . 1, 3 Liquid Capital Midwest Corp.. . . . . . . . . 1 Ontario Trucking News Fuel Saving Products Airtab, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ontario Trucking News Escalate International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Ontario & Eastern Trucking News SmartTruck Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 4, 5 Western Trucking News GPS Systems DiCAN Digital Instruments Canada Inc. .12 Ontario & Eastern Trucking News Heating & Air Conditioning Sales & Service Wilson Instruments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Ontario Trucking News Lubricants Shell Lubricants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Permits & Waivers C.U.T.C. Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Pressure Washers Hotsy Pressure Washers. . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Western Trucking News Tanker Manufacturing, Sales & Service Tremcar Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Ontario Trucking News Theft Prevention Products The Fuel Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Tire Sales & Service Benson Tire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Ontario Trucking News Trade Shows Road Today Truck Show . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Truck World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Truck Exhaust Texis Truck Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Ontario Trucking News Truck Parts & Accessories Dawson Truck Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Ontario & Western Trucking News Traction Truck Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Ontario & Western Trucking News Truck Repairs TruckPro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Ontario & Western Trucking News Turbochargers BD Diesel Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Weigh Scales (On Board) Vulcan On-Board Scales. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Western & Eastern Trucking News February 2014 31

Alberta

Airdrie

Flying J Cardlock 85 East Lake Cres., Airdrie, AB T4B 2B5 Tel: 403.948.4193 Parking for 10.

Brooks

Flying J Travel Plaza 1260 Cassils Road East, Brooks, AB T1R 1B7 Tel: 403.362.5594 Parking for 20, Showers (2).

Cinnabon location.

Calgary

Flying J Travel Plaza 11511 – 40th Street SE, Calgary, AB T2H 1L4 Tel: 403.720.0904 Fax: 403.720.4937 8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 130, Showers (9), CAT Scales, TripPak. Hot food available. Denny’s.

Flying J Travel Plaza 4216 – 72nd Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2C 2C1 Tel: 403.236.2404 5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 15, Showers (2), TripPak. Hot food avalable.

Flying J Cardlock 2525 – 23rd Street NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7M1 Tel: 403.250.3835

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Alberta

Alberta

Grassland

Rycroft

Flying J Dealer

Flying J Travel Plaza

1st Avenue, 1st Street, Grassland, AB T0A 1V0 Tel: 780.525.2295 Fax: 780.525.2297 10 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 75, Showers (2).

Hanna

Flying J Dealer Hwy 9 & Hwy 36 South, Hanna, AB T0J 1P0 Tel: 403.854.5000 3 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 100, Showers (2).

High Level

Flying J Travel Plaza 10529 – 96th Street, High Level, AB T0H 1Z0 Tel: 780.926.2066 Parking for 25.

Hot food available.

Hinton

Flying J Cardlock 294 Kelly Road, Hinton, AB T7V 1H2 Tel: 801.725.1370

Lethbridge

Flying J Cardlock 1005 – 43rd Street, Lethbridge, AB T1K 7B8 Tel: 403.328.4735

Lloydminster

Hwy #49 & 2, Box 73, Rycroft, AB T0H 3A0 Tel: 780.765.3740 Fax: 780.765.3748 Parking for 8, Pizza and other hot food available.

Sherwood Park

Flying J Travel Plaza 50 Pembina Road, Sherwood Park, AB T8H 2G9 Tel: 780.416.2035 Fax: 780.416.2084 8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 140, Showers (9), Denny’s/Pepperoni’s, CAT Scales, TripPak & Bulk Diesel.

Whitecourt

Flying J Cardlock Hwy # 43 & West Mtn. Road, Whitecourt, AB T7N 1S9 Tel: 780.778.3073 British Columbia

Abbotsford

Flying J Cardlock 929 Coutts Way & Sumas Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 4N2 Tel: 604.850.1594 Showers (1).

Annacis Island

4949 Barlow Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2B 3B5 Tel: 403.569.6250 Fax: 403.235.5095 7 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 80, Showers (9), CATScales.

5109 – 63rd Avenue, Lloydminster, AB T9V 2E7 Tel: 780.875.2990 Parking for 12, Showers (2).

Drayton Valley

Nanton

1291 Cliveden Avenue, Annacis Island, Delta, BC V5M 6G4 Tel: 604.521.4445 Parking for 4, Showers (1), TripPak and hot food available.

Flying J Dealer

Chilliwack

2810 – 21st Avenue, Nanton, AB T0L 1R0 Tel: 403.646.3181 Fax: 403.646.2872 3 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 130, Showers (3), Humpty’s Restaurant and Papa Johns, CAT Scale.

Flying J Travel Plaza

Flying J Cardlock 5505 Jubilee Avenue, Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1S3 Tel: 801.725.1370

Edmonton

Flying J Cardlock 15609 – 121A. Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5V 1B1 Tel: 708.413.9116

Flying J Dealer 16806 – 118th Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5V 1M8 Tel: 780.455.1111 Fax: 780.482.4448 6 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 100, Showers (8), CAT Scale.

Edson

Flying J Cardlock 2520 – 2nd Avenue, Edson, AB T7E 1N9 Tel: 780.723.4744

Flying J Cardlock

Nisku

Flying J Travel Plaza 302 – 20th Avenue, Nisku, AB T9E 7T8 Tel: 780.955.3535 5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 8, Showers (2), Pizza, TripPak, Hot Food available.

Red Deer x

Flying J Travel Plaza

345 Sakitawaw Trail, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 4E4 Tel: 780.743.3545

6607 – 67th Street, Red Deer, AB T4P 1A4 Tel: 403.346.2842 Fax: 403.346.2852 5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 26, Showers (4), Pizza and other hot food available.

Grande Prairie

Redcliff

Fort McMurray

Flying J Cardlock

Flying J Cardlock 9212 – 108th Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4C9 Tel: 780.532.2378 32 February 2014

Flying J Cardlock 115 Lockwood Street, Redcliff, AB T1A 7T9 Tel: 403.526.2669

Flying J Travel Plaza

7970 Lickman Rd., Chilliwack, BC V2R 1A9 Tel: 604.795.7265 Parking for 20, Showers (4) and hot food available.

Cranbrook

Flying J Cardlock 2209 Theatre Road, Cranbrook, BC V1C 4H4 Tel: 250.426.3763

Creston

Flying J Cardlock 1411 Northwest Blvd., Creston, BC V0B 1G6 Tel: 250.428.7131

Dawson Creek

Flying J Cardlock 1725 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 1P5 Tel: 250.782.3111 Showers (2).

Fort St. John

Flying J Cardlock 9407 – 109th Street, Fort St. John, BC V1J 6K6 Tel: 250.785.3052

British Columbia

hope

Flying J Dealer

63100 Flood Hope Road Hope, BC V0X 1L2 Tel: 604.886.6815 Fax: 604.886.6821 8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 50 Showers (4), CAT Scales, Subway and other hot food available.

Kamloops

Flying J Dealer

175 Kokanee Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 6Z2 Tel: 250.573.3027 Fax: 250.573.7820 8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 125, Showers (5).

Merritt

Flying J Cardlock

2190 Douglas Street North, Merritt, BC V0K 2B0 Tel: 250.280.1555

New Westminster

Flying J Cardlock

24 Braid St., New Westminster, BC V3L 3P3 Tel: 604.522.6511

Prince George

Flying J Travel Plaza

4869 Continental Way, Prince George, BC V2N 5S5 Tel: 250.563.1677 Showers (3).

Vancouver

Flying J Cardlock

8655 Boundary Road, Vancouver, BC V5S 4H3 Tel: 604.454.9578 Manitoba

HEADINGLEY

Flying J Travel Plaza

4100 Portage Avenue, Headingley, MB R4H 1C5 Tel: 204.832.8952 Fax: 204.832.9104 8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 150, Showers (9), Denny’s/Pizza, CAT Scales & Bulk Diesel.

Portage La Prairie

Flying J Travel Plaza

Highway 1 East, Portage La Prairie, MB R1N 3B2 Tel: 204.857.9997 Parking for 40.

Winnipeg

Flying J Travel Plaza 1747 Brookside Blvd., Winnipeg, MB R2C 2E8 Tel: 204.633.0663 Showers (2), TripPak.

Flying J Cardlock

131 Warman Road & Hwy. #59, Winnipeg, MB R2J 3R3 Tel: 204.231.5485 Ontario, Eastern

Lancaster

Flying J Travel Plaza

20382 Old Highway #2, Lancaster, ON K0C 1N0 Tel: 613.347.2221 Fax: 613.347.1970 11 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 110, Showers (9), Denny’s, CAT Scales, Bulk Diesel.

Ontario, Eastern

Ontario, Western

Napanee

Tilbury

Flying J Travel Plaza 628 County Road #41, RR 6, Napanee, ON K7R 3L1 Tel: 613.354.7044 Fax: 613.354.3796 12 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 165, Showers (15), Denny’s/Pizza, CAT Scales, TripPak, Bulk Diesel.

Ontario, Northern

KAPUSKASING

Flying J Travel Plaza 410 Government Road East, Kapuskasing, ON P5N 2X7 Tel: 705.337.1333 Fax: 705.337.1208 5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 40, Showers (4) and hot food available.

Sault Ste. Marie

Flying J Cardlock 987 Great Northern Road, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 5K7 Tel: 705.759.8280

Schreiber

Flying J Cardlock Hwy #17, Schreiber, ON P0T 2S0 Tel: 807.824.2383

Sudbury

Flying J Cardlock 17 Duhamel Road, Sudbury, ON P3E 4N1 Tel: 705.692.5447 Ontario, Western

AyR

Flying J Travel Plaza 2492 Cedar Creek Road Ayr, ON N0B 1E0 Tel: 519.624.9578 Fax: 519.624.2587 Parking for 30, showers (4), Papa Joe’s & Hot Kettle, CAT Scales.

Etobicoke

Flying J Travel Plaza 1765 Albion Rd. & Hwy #27, Etobicoke, ON M9W 5S7 Tel: 416.674.8665

London

Flying J Travel Plaza 3700 Highbury Ave. South, London, ON N6N 1P3 Tel: 519.681.6859 Fax: 519.686.8629 12 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 230, Showers (15), Denny’s/Pizza, CAT Scales, TripPak, Bulk Diesel.

Mississauga

Flying J Travel Plaza 1400 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, ON L4W 1C8 Tel: 905.564.6216 Parking for 80, Showers (3).

Pickering

Flying J Cardlock 2000 Clements Road, Pickering, ON L1W 4A1 Tel: 905.428.9700 Fax: 905.428.9633 5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 50, Showers (7).

Pilot Travel Center 19325 Essex County Road 42, Tilbury, ON N0P 2L0 Tel: 519.682.1140 Fax: 519.682.9221 6 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 150, Showers (6), Subway, CAT Scales, Bulk Diesel.

Québec

Bernieres

Flying J Travel Plaza 1196 Chemin des Olivieres, Bernieres, QC G7A 2M6 Tel: 418.831.3772

Berthierville

Flying J Travel Plaza 1181 Ave. Gilles Villeneuve, Berthierville, QC J0K 1A0 Tel: 450.836.6581 2 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 10.

Napierville

Flying J Travel Plaza 1 Rang St. Andre, Napierville, QC J0J 1L0 Tel: 450.245.3539 5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 10, Showers (1) & hot food available.

Ste. Helene

Flying J Travel Plaza 569 rue Principale, Ste. Helene, QC J0H 1M0 Tel: 450.791.2232 Fax: 450.791.2495 6 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 10 Showers (4) and hot food available.

Saskatchewan

Moose Jaw

Flying J Travel Plaza 370 North Service Rd. Hwy #1, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 4N9 Tel: 306.693.5858 6 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 20, Showers (4), Bulk Diesel & hot food available.

REGINA

Flying Cardlock 1511 Ross Avenue East Regina, SK S4R 1J2 Tel: 306.721.0070 Parking for 12, Showers (3).

Saskatoon

Flying J Travel Plaza 3850 Idylwyld Dr. N., Saskatoon, SK S7P 0A1 Tel: 306.955.6840 Fax: 306.955.6846 6 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 85, Showers (4), Denny’s, other hot food available & bulk food.

Yorkton

Flying J Cardlock 1910 York Road West, Box 794, Yorkton, SK S3N 2W8 Tel: 801.726.8288 Showers (2).

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 877.225.2232 or email Barb at barb@woodwardpublishing.com.

Alberta

Alberta

British Columbia

Manitoba

New Brunswick

Bonnyville

Strathmore

Golden

Morris

Moncton

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.

RoadKing Travel Centre Strathcona Inc.

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

Calgary

Hope

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

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

Strathmore Husky Travel Centre

436 Ridge Road Strathmore, AB T1P 1B5 Dogwood Valley Husky Services Tel: 403.934.3522 27051 Baker Road Fax: 403.934.3555 Hope, BC V0X 1L3 Email: hk7969@popmail.

Tel: 604.869.9443 huskyenergy.com www.myhusky.ca Web: www.myhusky.ca Open 24 hours, 7 days, restaurant, cardlock, ATM, convenience store, showers.

British Columbia

Chilliwack

Leduc

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 Nisku Truck Stop

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

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

Sicamous

500 Oak Point Highway Winnipeg, MB Tel: 204.949.7292 Fax: 204.949.7295 Open 24-7, drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM, showers & parking.

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 New Brunswick

Aulac

Aulac Big Stop Circle K

Husky Travel Centre

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

Delta

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.

Petro Canada – Petro Pass

Petro Canada – Petro Pass

Husky Travel Centre

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).

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.

Osoyoos

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

Chilliwack Petro – Pass

Petro Canada Morris Husky

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

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.

Grand Falls

Woodstock

Murray’s Truck Stop

Jepson Petroleum Ltd.

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

New Brunswick

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

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.

Nova Scotia

Enfield

Enfield Big Stop (Circle K)

6757 Hwy #2 Tobique One Stop Enfield, NS S2T 1C8 Exit 115, Perth – Andover, NB Tel: 902.882.2522 Tel: 506.273.9682 Fax: 902.883.1769 Fax: 506.273.9682 Open 24-7, full-service islands, Open 24-7, full-service islands, drivers’ lounge with large screen, drivers’ lounge, restaurant (6 am restaurant, satellite TV, convenience 11pm), convenience store, showers & parking. store, showers, laundry, parking & free high-speed internet.

Truro Heights

Salisbury

Truro Heights Circle K

Salisbury Big Stop

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.

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

Ontario, Eastern

Arnprior

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. x

EDMUNdstON

Antrim Truck Stop 580 White Lake Road, Arnprior, ON K7S 3G9 Tel: 613.623.3003 Fax: 613.623.1003 Toll Free: 866.334.4775 jack@antrimwesternstar.com Open 24-7, full-service islands, restaurant, convenience store, showers, overnight parking, drivers’ lounge, CAT scale, garage service facilities, tire service, Western Star truck dealer.

Belleville

Edmundston Truck Stop

Exit 19, 100 Grey Rock Road Edmundston, NB E7C 0B6 10 Acre Truck Stop Tel: 506.737.2010 902 Wallbridge Loyalist Road Fax: 506.737.2015 Belleville, ON K8N 5A2 georges@etruckstop.ca Petro Pass Tel: 613.966.7017 www.edmundstontruckstop.com 315 Ouellette Street Fax: 613.962.4495 or Office at Open 24/7 365 days, full service Grand Falls, NB 613.966.4740 islands, diesel, cardlock, propane, Tel: 506.473.5575 jtombs@gmail.com lubricants, driver’s lounge and Fax: 506.475.9816 www.10acre.com business centre, seafood & burger Toll Free: 800.361.8322 Restaurant & Store: Mon-Fri 6 am restaurant (Le Pirate de la Mer), guypass@nb.sympatico.ca 11 pm, Sat 7-8 pm, Sun 7-10 pm, convenience store, washrooms, Drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, hair salon, drug showers (4), laundry facilities, convenience store, showers, testing, showers, parking, Esso parking for 75 trucks, double car laundry facilities, internet services, wash & 2 bay pet wash, Wi-Fi, ATM, Card Lock & Retail Diesel, Wifi & Fax, laundry facilities & CAT Scale. fax & photocopier. showers, parking & CAT scale.

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Ontario, Eastern

Ontario, Eastern

Ontario, Northern

Ontario, Western

Ontario, Western

Ontario, Western

Joyceville

Bradford

Beamsville

Fort Erie

London

Beamsville Relay Station 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.

Kingston Husky Truck Stop 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

Cornwall

Ultramar Fifth Wheel Truck Stop 1901 McConnell Avenue, Hwy 401 Exit 792 Cornwall, ON K6H 5R6 Tel: 613.933.8363 Fax: 613.932.3952 Open 24 hrs, diesel fuel, fullservice fuel islands, convenience store fuel bar, take-out food, CAT scale, Blue Beacon truck wash, propane, Sunoco Cardlock, restaurant, 200+ truck parking, private showers, laundry facilities, drivers’ lounge & arcade room, Bell Canada internet kiosk, barber shop, ATM, drug testing centre, chapel, motel (smoking & non-smoking), tire shop, lube shop, mechanic shop, Irving cardlock.

Deseronto

x

1993 Hwy 15, Exit 623 Kingston, ON K7L 4V3 Tel & Fax: 613.542.7971 AkashIndia@hotmail.com Open 24/7, fast-food, convenience store, ATM, overnight parking.

Ottawa

Spencerville

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

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

Dunvegan

Herb’s Travel Plaza 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. 34 February 2014

Watershed Car & Truck Stop

21160 Service Road, Exit 27 off Hwy 417 Vankleek Hill, Ontario 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.

Belmont

Hwy 144 & 560A Tel: 705.655.4911 or 705.523.4917 Fax: 705.523.4160 jim_blackbearhunting@live.com

Jeremy’s Truck Stop &

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

Bowmanville

North Bay

BayTruck Stop 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.

Sudbury Petro Pass 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.

Fifth Wheel Truck Stop

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

Grimsby

398 North Service Road, (Exit 74, off QEW, E. of Hamilton) (Casablanca Blvd. Exit) Grimsby, ON L3M 4E8 Tel: 905.945.0300 Fax: 905.945.1115 Open 24 hrs, diesel fuel, convenience store, CAT scale, Blue Beacon truck wash, ATM, drug testing centre, gasoline, Sunoco & Irving cardlock, full-service fuel islands, restaurant, private showers, laundry facilities, drivers’ lounge & arcade room,100+ parking capacity, chapel, motel (smoking & non-smoking).

2475 South Service Road, (Exit 431, Hwy 401, Waverly Road) Bowmanville, ON L1C 3L1 Hamilton Tel: 905.623.3604 Fax: 905.623.7109 Open 24 hrs., diesel fuel, convenience store, CAT scale, Marshall Truck & Trailer gasoline (self service), ATM, Repair & Truck Stop propane, convenience store at fuel 336 Kenora Avenue bar, Sunoco fleet fuel cardlock, Hamilton, ON L8E 2W2 full-service fuel islands, restaurant, Tel: 905.561.4712 private showers, laundry facilities, Fax: 905.561.7757 drivers’ lounge & arcade room, wayne@marshalltruck.com 100+ truck parking capacity, Web: www.marshalltruck.com motel (smoking & non-smoking), Open 24-7 for cardlock, open 7 Bell Canada internet kiosk, Irving am - 12 am Mon - Fri, 7 am - 5 cardlock. pm Sat, closed Sunday, full-service islands, drivers’ lounge, restaurant, Dorchester showers & parking

Kitchener

Fifth Wheel Truck Stop 40 Chisolm Dr. (Hwy 401 Exit 320) Milton, ON L9T 3G9 Tel: 905.878.8441 Fax: 905.878.9376 Open 24 hrs, diesel fuel, convenience store, CAT scale, Blue Beacon truck wash, ATM, lube shop, Sunoco & Irving Cardlock, full-service fuel islands, restaurant, showers, laundry facilities, drivers’ lounge & arcade room, 100+ parking, chapel, motel (smoking & non-smoking), & lottery tickets.

Pickering

Husky Travel Centre 200 Clements Road Pickering, ON Tel: 905.428.9700 www.myhusky.ca

Port Hope

Fifth Wheel Truck Stop

3305 Dorchester Road, (Exit 199, Hwy 401, East of London) Dorchester, ON N0L 1G0 Tel: 519.268.7319 Timmins Fax: 519.268.2967 Open 24 hrs, diesel fuel, convenience store, CAT scale, blue beacon truck wash, drug testing centre, gasoline (self serve), ATM, take – out food, open roads Esso Truck Stop chapel, Sunoco & Irving Cardlock, 2154 Riverside Drive full-service fuel islands, restaurant, Timmins, ON private showers, laundry facilities, Tel: 705.268.3400 drivers’ lounge, 150+ parking Fax: 705.267.7231 capacity, motel (smoking & bgagnon@krebenterprises.ca non-smoking), arcade room, Open 24-7, restaurant, convenience convenience store. store, ATM & showers.

Waubaushene Truck Stop

Ultramar

1637 Pettit Road (Exit 5 off QEW) Fort Erie, ON L2A 5M4 Tel: 905.994.8293 Open 24 hrs, restaurant, washrooms, showers, overnight parking & drivers’ lounge.

Milton

London Husky Travel Centre

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

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

Fifth Wheel Truck Stop

Nairn Centre

Ultramar 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 & shorttime parking

Angelo’s Truck Stop Quick Stop

4673 Ontario Street, (Exit 64 off QEW) Beamsville, ON L0R 1B4 Bradford Husky Travel Centre Tel: 905.563.8816 Hwy 400 & 88 Fax: 905.563.4770 Bradford, ON relaystation@bellnet.ca Tel: 905.775.5794 Open 24-7, restaurant, convenience www.myhusky.ca store, laundry facilities, ATM, Hwy 144 @ 560A showers & parking

Drumbo

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

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

Johnny’s Gas Bar

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

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 & shorttime parking.

Windsor

Windsor Husky Travel Centre Hwy 401 Exit 14, Tecumseh, ON Tel: 519.737.6401 www.myhusky.ca

Ontario, Western

Quebec

Woodstock

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.

Saskatchewan

Estevan

Montreal

Irving 24

Estevan Husky Travel Centre

Montreal, QC H1N 2C5

201 – 4th Street,

Fax: 514.259.0910

Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan

Regina

Saskatoon

Swift Current

Husky Bulk Sales

5918, Rue Notre Dame Est Tel: 514.257.8626

Saskatchewan

Estevan, SK S4A 0T5

Open 24-7, restaurant, convenience

Tel: 306.634.3109

store & laundry facilities.

www.myhusky.ca

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

Petro Canada – Petro Pass 402 – 51st Street East Saskatoon, SK Tel: 306.934.6766 Fax: 306.668.6110 rainbow@sasktel.net Drivers’ lounge, convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM, showers, scale & parking.

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

Carrier Transicold

Carrier Transicold Athens Facility Celebrates 25th Anniversary

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thens, Georgia Carrier Transicold is commemorating the 25th anniversary of its U.S. manufacturing facility in Athens, Ga., where truck and trailer refrigeration units are manufactured to rigorous quality specifications in order to safely transport food and other temperature-controlled cargoes.

Carrier Transicold helps improve global transport and shipping temperature control with a complete line of equipment for refrigerated trucks, trailers and containers, and is a part of UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp.

(NYSE: UTX).

“Athens has been a pivotal location for Carrier Transicold to maintain a sustainable manufacturing operation in the U.S., enabling Carrier Transicold to serve customers around the world,” said Tom Ondo, General Manager, Carrier Transicold Truck/Trailer/Rail Americas. “We’ve experienced sustained growth and productivity over the past 25 years, and the most important factor fueling the exceptional performance is our highly skilled, dedicated employee family.

“To put the workforce ex-

pertise in perspective, the average Carrier Transicold Athens employee has been with the company for more than 12 years, with many approaching the 20year mark, and we have more than 80 employees who began with the operation 25 years ago,” said Ondo, himself one of the original members of the Athens team. “Our long-term employees are a very important aspect of what makes the Athens operation so successful as a competitive global provider of transport refrigeration units.”

Carrier Transicold was formed when Carrier acquired the Californiabased Transicold Co. in 1970. Truck and trailer refrigeration system manufacturing was relocated in 1988 to the present location in Athens. There, Carrier Transicold’s Vector™, X2™ and X4™ trailer refrigeration units and Supra™ truck refrigeration units are produced, as well as PowerLINE™ generator sets that are used to power refrigerated shipping containers.

The Athens plant is certified according to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). With continual investments in new manu-

facturing technologies over the past 25 years, the facility remains highly productive and is known throughout the industry for its high-quality products. Advanced manufacturing technologies and processes, joined with an exceptional and talented workforce, make the operation a significant contributor to Carrier Transicold’s success.

C a r r i e r Tr a n s i c o l d ’s manufacturing philosophy is centered on safety, technology and sustainability, with the ultimate goal of delivering the highest quality products.

In addition to productivity gains, recent investments in the Athens operation have resulted in sustainability achievements such as reducing water usage by 33 percent, producing 44 percent less industrial process waste, eliminating 69 percent of non-recycled waste and decreasing its carbon footprint by 44 percent since 2006.

In terms of safety strides, the Athens facility achieved the Star level with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Voluntary Protection Program in 2010, and recently achieved another safety milestone - more than 5.8 million

hours without a lost-time accident. The plant also received several UTC Building & Industrial Systems’ President’s Awards, including two for 2012.

Carrier Transicold’s Athens employees are active supporters of the local communities in which they live and work, each year raising funds and contributing countless hours of volunteer support to numerous organizations, including United Way of Northeast Georgia, American Cancer Society, March of Dimes, Food Bank of Northeast Georgia, Soles4Souls and several others.

In that spirit, employees even turned a recent anniversary commemoration into another fundraiser.

This year the plant acquired a bulldog sculpture - significant in the Athens community, which is also home to the University of Georgia Bulldogs. An artist with connections to the Athens community was commissioned to adorn the sculpture with scenes reflecting the company’s heritage, and employees held a naming contest, generously voting with their wallets from a roster of 10 names. “Frostbite” was the winning name, and the local United Way

chapter was the beneficiary of the proceeds raised.

“Our employees take great pride in their work and in the community, as well as the fact that our products are assembled here in Athens,” said Matt Walker, Plant Manager.

“Together we’ve accomplished a tremendous

amount over the past 25 years, and we’re looking forward to seeing what the team can do next.”

For more information about Carrier Transicold’s complete line of truck and trailer refrigeration products manufactured in Athens, visit www.trucktrailer.carrier.com.

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Employment

Health & Fitness

Winter Activities: Tips to Avoid Injury

By Dr. George Traitses

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h e n s n o w, ice and frigid weather blast into town, watch out, says Dr. George Traitses. Winter recreational activities and chores can pose problems for the outdoor enthusiast whose body is not in condition. Winter sports like skating, skiing and sledding can cause painful muscle spasms, strains or tears if you’re not in shape. Even shoveling snow the wrong way, clambering awkwardly over snow banks, slipping on sidewalks and wearing the wrong kinds of clothing can all pose the potential for spasms, strains and sprains.

Simply walking outside in the freezing weather without layers of warm clothing can intensify older joint problems and cause a great deal of pain. As muscles and blood vessels contract to conserve the body’s heat, the blood supply to extremities is reduced. This lowers the functional capacity of

many muscles, particularly among the physically unfit.

Preparation for an outdoor winter activity, including conditioning the areas of the body that are most vulnerable, can help avoid injury and costly health care bills.

“Simply put, warming up is essential,” says Olympic speedskating gold and silver medalist Derek Parra.

“In fact, when pressed for time, it’s better to shorten the length of your workout and keep a good warm-up than to skip the warmup and dive right into the workout. Skipping your warm-up is the best way to get hurt.” Parra, who took both the gold and silver medals during the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah, adds that, “You can complete a good warm-up in 15-20 minutes. And believe me, it will make your workout more pleasant and safe.”

Derek Parra and the Ontario Chiropractic Association suggest that you start

with some light aerobic activity (jogging, biking, fast walking) for about 7-10 minutes. Then follow these tips to help you fight back the winter weather: Skiing – do 10 to 15 squats. Stand with your legs shoulder width apart, knees aligned over your feet. Slowly lower your buttocks as you bend your knees over your feet. Stand up straight again.

Skating – do lunges. Take a moderately advanced step with one foot. Let your back knee come down to the floor while keeping your shoulders in position over your hips. Repeat the process with your other foot.

Sledding/tobogganing – do knee-to-chest stretches to fight compression injuries caused by repetitive bouncing over the snow.

Either sitting or lying on your back, pull your knees to your chest and hold for up to 30 seconds.

Don’t forget cool-down stretching for all of these sports. At the bottom of the

Healthy Living

Bananas More Than Monkey Business

By Brenda Ricker

B

ananas aren’t just for monkeys. There are 25 powerful reasons to eat (organic) bananas. Most bananas have been genetically modified for shelf life and don’t have the nutritional value as they once did.

You’ll never look at a banana the same way again after discovering the many health benefits and reasons to add them to your diet. Bananas are high in fiber and three natural sugars – glucose, sucrose and fructose – giving them almost magical powers that provide a huge energy boost. Bananas combat depression, make you smarter, cure hangovers, relieve morning sickness, and protect against kidney cancer, diabetes,

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osteoporosis and blindness. They can cure the itch of a mosquito bite and put a great shine on your shoes. If you think bananas are just for monkeys, think again.

Bananas help overcome depression due to high levels of tryptophan, which is converted into serotonin, the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter.

Eat two bananas before a strenuous workout to pack an energy punch and sustain your blood sugar.

Protect against muscle cramps during

workouts and night time leg cramps by eating a banana.

Counteract calcium loss during urination and build strong bones by supplementing your diet with a banana.

Improve your mood and reduce PMS symptoms by eating a banana, excellent for regulating blood sugar and producing stressrelieving relaxation.

Strengthen your blood and relieve anemia with the added iron from bananas.

High in potassium and low in salt, bananas are officially recognized by the FDA as being able to lower blood pressure, and protect against heart attack and stroke.

Email me at: health_ you_deserve@yahoo.ca for the whole story.

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sledding hill, for instance, before trudging back up, do some more knees-tochest stretches, or repetitive squatting movements to restore flexibility.

Shoveling snow can also wreak havoc on the musculoskeletal system. Dr. Traitses suggests the following tips for exercise of the snow shoveling variety: • If you must shovel snow, be careful. Listen to weather forecasts so you can rise early and have time to shovel before work.

• Layer clothing to keep your muscles warm and flexible.

• Shoveling can strain “de-conditioned” muscles between your shoulders, in your upper back, lower back, buttocks and legs. So, do some warm-up stretching before you grab that shovel.

• When you do shovel, push the snow straight ahead. Don’t try to throw it. Walk it to the snow bank.

Avoid sudden twisting and turning motions.

• Bend your knees to lift when shoveling. Let the muscles of your legs and arms do the work, not your back.

• Take frequent rest breaks to take the strain off your muscles. A fatigued body asks for injury.

• Stop if you feel chest pain, or get really tired or have shortness of breath.

You may need immediate professional help.

After any of these activities, if you are sore, apply an ice bag to the affected area for 20 minutes, then take it off for a couple of hours. Repeat a couple of times each day over the next day or two. If you continue to feel soreness, pain or strain after following these tips, it may be time to visit a doctor of chiropractic. “I’ve always believed in chiropractic care,” says Parra. “I’ve used a lot of other treatments for

injuries and pain, but the problem doesn’t get fixed until I go to a doctor of chiropractic.”

For more information on health and safety visit the Ontario Chiropractic Association Web site at www. chiropractic.on.ca or call 877.327.2273. Dr. George Traitses can be reached at 416.499.5656 or visit www. infinite-health.com.

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Employment

Volvo Trucks

Volvo Continues to Invest in Service Technician Training

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o l v o Tr u c k s i n North America is pleased to announce Zachary Ramirez, a student enrolled in WyoTech’s Diesel Advanced Technology Education (DATE) for Volvo Trucks program in Blairsville, Pennsylvania, as the recipient of an $8,700 Volvo Trucks DATE scholarship.

Volvo Trucks’ focus on technician training has also led to a 2013 Excellence in Learning Award from the Brandon Hall Group, which awarded Volvo Trucks Academy for its VistaTech service technician certification program.

DATE for Volvo Trucks Scholarship Ramirez, who is originally from Texas, is already seeing the benefits of being enrolled in the DATE program. “I have gone

through several rounds of interviews for a position as a technician with a Volvo Trucks dealer in Texas,” he said. “I’m very excited about this opportunity, and I feel that being a student in the DATE program is already helping me get my foot in the door.”

The DATE program’s comprehensive curriculum complements WyoTech’s core Diesel Technology training programs to help prepare graduates for entry-level positions servicing and repairing Volvo trucks. Students enrolled in the program receive specialized training on Volvo engines, electronics, emissions, powertrain and chassis components. DATE is designed to produce advanced apprentice technicians with a potential for

an accelerated path in the VistaTech program.

“We’re proud to help support technician education and recognize the valuable role expert Volvo technicians play in the success of our products and dealer network,” said Göran Nyberg, President, Volvo Trucks North American Sales & Marketing.

2013 Excellence in Learning Award Brandon Hall Group, a leading research and analyst organization focused on learning development, recently presented Volvo Trucks Academy with top honors at its 2013 Learning Awards. Volvo Trucks Academy, which provides Volvo Trucks sales, aftermarket and technician training, was recognized for its VistaTech service technician certification program.

Zachary Ramirez, a student enrolled in WyoTech’s Diesel Advanced Technology Education (DATE) for Volvo Trucks program in Blairsville, Pennsylvania, recently received an $8,700 Volvo Trucks DATE scholarship.

T h r o u g h Vi s t a Te c h , Volvo technicians complete instructor-led and web-based training courses to develop their skills and attain advanced certification levels as they

work toward becoming a Volvo master technician.

The VistaTech certification program continues to bolster the number of Volvo master technicians in the Volvo Trucks dealer

network.

For more information, please visit www. volvogroup.com or www. volvogroup.mobi if you are using your mobile phone.

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Employment

Women in Trucking

8 Things Your Neighbour Probably Doesn’t Understand About Professional Drivers

By Ellen Voie

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he public perception of professional drivers has often been based on misunderstanding due to the media a n d m ov i e i n d u s t r y ’s portrayal of these hard working men and women.

Although there are numerous image campaigns in the trucking industry, most of them focus on the importance of the industry itself instead of trying to change the image of the person behind the wheel.

Your neighbor might not understand what your life is like as a professional driver and more importantly, how your job affects their lifestyle. Here are eight things your neighbor probably doesn’t know about you, but should.

This list isn’t comprehensive and I’m sure you can think of many more things you’d like your friends to know about your career, but this is a start. #1. Driving a truck for a living is not an easy job.

You can’t just hop into a tractor-trailer and take it out on the highway without extensive training.

It’s not an unskilled job that just anyone can do.

It takes time and effort to learn how to shift and

how to turn corners and how to back into a dock.

It’s not easy! #2. Being a professional driver isn’t just a job, it’s a lifestyle. When your neighbor goes to work each morning and returns home at night, his or her kids might not even know if their mom or dad changes jobs or careers because it doesn’t affect them in the same way it will affect the child of a professional driver. It was years before my daughter learned that some daddies were home every Wednesday! #3. Just because you are away from home a lot doesn’t mean you are unfaithful or that your marriage is in trouble. Your neighbor will judge your family situation based on their own. So, if they think you stay away because you’re unhappy, it’s their perception. Many folks still assume that you’re unfaithful because you travel often and have the opportunity to cheat on your spouse. Remind them that cheating relates to values, not time apart. #4. You can’t just make plans for a week from Thursday because you don’t know if you’ll be

home or not. This one was always one of the most difficult aspects of the trucking lifestyle to explain. No, I cannot RSVP to your daughter’s wedding next June, so it’s easier to decline the invitation. People just don’t understand how unpredictable your job can be when you’re delivering loads around the country. #5. Remember who is the professional! If I had the choice of driving alongside a family in an SUV in a snowstorm, or running alongside an eighteen-wheeler, I would choose the big rig. I just don’t trust non-commercial drivers as much as I do those professionals who are well trained and more observant. When people complain about big trucks sharing the highway, I remind them that the professional is the one who is more capable and trustworthy on the road than those drivers with less training. #6. Yes, trucks do own the road! Without trucks paying for the taxes that fund road projects, the highways wouldn’t be the same. From fuel taxes to IRS taxes, to tolls to mileage taxes, the trucking

OTA (Ontario Trucking Association)

Work on Macdonald Cartier Bridge Causes Traffic Headaches

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he 50-year-old Macdonald-Cartier Bridge linking Ottawa and Gatineau, PQ will soon undergo a major upgrade, creating traffic delays truckers and commuters for up to two years.

According to the Ottawa Citizen, work on the six-lane, 600-metre span includes replace worn-out sections, such as the deck, sidewalks, lighting system, barriers, pillars and abutments and upgrading the bridge to better resist

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earthquakes. The project will also widen the roadway in both directions, add a wider multi-use sidewalk for pedestrian and cyclist use, replace existing railings and install a new median.

Construction is scheduled to begin this spring and won’t be completed until 2016.

Complete closures are not anticipated, although lane reductions will be required and there will also be several short-term

closures of exit and access ramps. At times, the sixlane bridge will be down to a single lane in each direction.

Further complicating matters, the bridge work is to be done in conjunction with a city-run project to renovate a section of Sussex Drive from St. Patrick Street to King Edward Avenue.

The bridge handles about 70,000 vehicles a year, including 2,000 trucks a day.

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industry pays for the roads and their upkeep. Those four wheelers just don’t realize how little they pay, and don’t even think about how little those electric vehicles are paying for our roads. #7. If your neighbor only understood that your job keeps his kitchen stocked, his car’s tank filled, and his children clothed. He doesn’t always understand the supply chain and how you and your

truck allow him to enjoy the products he uses every day. Maybe he needs a lesson in the importance of the trucking industry and its effect on the economy. #8. You’re not driving a truck until you find something better. For some, being a professional driver is the job of last resort, but for most of you, it’s your career. Sure, there are people who are always looking for something that pays better and al-

lows you to have a different lifestyle, but not all drivers are seeking a way out.

Feel free to show this article to your neighbor the next time you feel misunderstood. You just might change his or her opinion of you, one neighbor at a time.

You can contact Ellen Voie, President/CEO of Women in Trucking, Inc. at Ellen@womenintrucking.org.

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Employment

Transport for Christ

Happy Valentine’s Day

By Chaplain Len Reimer

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ur new year has just begun and we are now in month two. February is

known as Valentine’s month, a time to demonstrate our affections for a sweetheart. You see love in an action, a choice to extend ourselves to someone else. Valentine’s Day is one of the greatest opportunities we have to show love for our mates, special friends, and loved ones in our families.

It may just be a date on the calendar, but it can be made a very special occasion, if we follow the teaching of God’s word about what real love really

is. The answer is - God! One of the simplest and yet most profound definitions of love is found in I John 4: 8. John, who by the way was known as the apostle of love. He

those words are true then it makes all the difference in the world! But we need to understand this rightly.

John begins the section of scripture by saying, “Dear friends, let us

wrote, “God is love”.

Those three little words ought to fill our hearts with warmth and hope. If

continue to love one another, for love comes from God. Anyone who loves is a

child of God and knows God. But anyone who does not love does not know God, for God is love” (I John 4:7-8).

The overriding impression of these two verses is that the love of God is personal. God’s love causes us to know Him, and Him to know us. A.W. Tozer said it best: “The love of God is one of the greatest realities of the universe, a pillar upon which the hope of the world rests.”

But it is a personal, intimate thing too. God does not love popula-

tions, He loves people.

Every individual person is important to God, and He loves each one. G.K. Chesterton understood this truth when he said, “All people matter.” God’s love is universal, but it is also individual. As Augustine put it, “He loves each one of us, as if these were only one of us.” The first characteristic of God’s love is that it is personal.

God’s love is never limited, never conditional, never withdrawn, and never uncertain. Truly, God’s love never lets go.

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Mack Trucks

Mack’s Commitment to Technician Training

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reensboro, North Carolina - Mack Trucks continues to invest in training for future technicians, recently awarding Nathaniel Chyle, a student enrolled in WyoTech’s Diesel Advanced Technology Education (DATE) for Mack Trucks program in Blairsville, Pennsylvania, with a Mack Trucks DATE Scholarship.

Chyle, who aspires to be a shop foreman or

lead technician, will use the $8,700 scholarship to take part in the threemonth DATE program in preparation for a position servicing and repairing Mack trucks. Students enrolled in the DATE program receive specialized training on Mack engines, electronics, emissions, powertrain and chassis components. The program is designed to help students graduate as ad-

vanced apprentice technicians with a potential for an accelerated path to achieve Mack master technician status.

“Students who complete WyoTech’s DATE program for Mack Trucks in addition to the core Diesel Technology training program are ready to join the workforce and will bring extensive hands-on experience to their new positions at Mack dealer-

ships,” said Dale Eslinger, Executive Director of the WTI Foundation, a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that administers scholarships for WyoTech students.

Mack’s own technician training programs, offered through the seven Mack Trucks Academy locations, also recently received recognition, winning a 2013 Excellence in Learning Award from

the Brandon Hall Group, a preeminent research and analyst organization focused on driving organizational performance.

Mack Trucks Academy took home a Gold Award, the highest honor, for its comprehensive curriculum and certification program that helps Mack t e c hn ician s’ pr o gr e ss through training paths as they work toward becoming master technicians.

“It’s an honor to receive what is often called an ‘Academy Award’ by the learning industry,” said John Walsh, Mack Vice President of Marketing.

“Strong training and certification programs are essential to Mack’s businesses, helping ensure our

service technicians are authorities on the operations of our vehicles and are up to speed on the latest technologies.”

Mack’s certification program blends online and instructor-led courses, followed by comprehensive skills testing, to help technicians achieve the competencies needed to progress from skilled, to expert and ultimately master technician and maintain those certifications.

At minimum, 50 percent of a Mack dealership’s service technicians must maintain Expert or Master Tech status.

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

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Mack Trucks recently awarded Nathaniel Chyle, a student enrolled in WyoTech’s Diesel Advanced Technology Education (DATE) for Mack Trucks program in Blairsville, Pennsylvania, with a Mack Trucks DATE Scholarship.

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Alberta

Alberta

British Columbia

Manitoba

Ontario

Ontario

whitby

brooks

medicine hat

fort nelson

NAPA Auto Parts

Hydraco Industries Ltd.

winnipeg

london

CHR-ACK Parts & Repairs

Traction

Traction

99 - 7th Street East Brooks, AB T1R 1C1 Tel: 403.501.5551

calgary

Traction

5329 - 72 Ave. S.E., Unit 82 Calgary, AB T2C 4X6 Tel: 403.279.2870 nd

edmonton

Traction Head Office

18532 - 116th Avenue Edmonton, AB T5S 2W8 Tel: 780.489.7555

edmonton north west

Traction

18051 - 111 Avenue Edmonton NW, AB T5S 2P2 Tel: 780.444.4334 th

edmonton south

Traction

3404 - 78th Avenue Edmonton South, AB T6B 2X9 Tel: 780.465.8010

edson

NAPA Auto Parts 4657A 4833 - 2nd Avenue Edson, AB T7E 1T8 Tel: 780.712.4152

fort mcmurray

Paramount Parts Inc.

36 Riedel Street Fort McMurray, AB T9H 3E1 Tel: 780.791.3000

2111 - 9th Avenue S.W. Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7G8 Tel: 403.526.2244

peace river

Peace Truck & Trailer Ltd. 9103 - 75th Street Peace River, AB T8S 1T2 Tel: 780.624.8655

red deer

Traction 8045 Edgar Industrial Cr. Red Deer, AB T4P 3R2 Tel: 403.342.7884

4704 - 48th Avenue Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 Tel: 250.774.3273

kamloops

Pineridge Trailer & equipment ltd.

1875 Kryczka Place Kamloops, BC V1S 1S4 Tel: 250.374.3100

kelowna

Central Valley Truck Service Ltd.

rocky mountain house

105 Adams Road Kelowna, BC V1X 7R1 Tel: 250.765.7738

NAPA 6260

prince george

4528F - 47th Avenue Rocky Mtn House, AB T4T 0A9 Tel: 403.845.2709

NAPA - PG

#

Sundre

Safari Manufacturing Inc. (Partco Truck Parts) 20 West Road Industrial Park Sundre, Alberta T0M 1X0 Toll Free: 800.372.7826 Tel : 403.638.3414

Wabasca

Pelican Automotive 2330 Pelican Business Park Wabasca, AB T0G 2A0 Tel: 780.891.3600

564 - 2nd Avenue Prince George, BC V2L 2Z9 Tel: 250.563.7778

smithers

c

Smithers Parts & Service 3465 Victoria Drive Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 Tel: 250.847.4287

squamish

Triton Auto & Ind. Ltd.

Polar Park Automotive

Surrey

831 Hwy 16 West Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 Tel: 250.692.7501

Trailine Trailer Parts Ltd.

High Prairie Truck & Trailer Ltd.

5309 - 53rd Avenue, Hwy 2 West High Prairie, AB T0G 1E0 Tel: 780.523.4777 Toll Free: 877.523.4754

hinton

Gear-O-Rama Supply Ltd. 4876 North Access Road Chetwynd, BC V0C 1J0 Tel: 250.788.2255

CHILLIWACK

Lickman Truck & Trailer Parts & Services Ltd.

120 North Street Hinton, AB, T7V 1S8 Tel: 780.865.8800

Bay 31B - 43915 Industrial Way Chilliwack, BC V2R 3A4 Toll Free: 877.772.6255 Tel: 604.793.9660

lloydminster

Courtenay

NAPA Auto Parts 4236A

Truck Zone Inc.

5205 - 65th Street Lloydminster, AB T9V 2E8 Tel: 780.875.7712

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Taurus Heavy Duty Ventures Ltd 2703A Kilpatrick Avenue Courtenay, BC V9N 6P4 Tel: 250.871.1191

Ontario

bancroft

M&M Gas Diesel & Truck Parts 27523 Highway 62 South Bancroft, ON K0L 1C0 Tel: 613.332.5474

barrie 255 Saunders Road Barrie, ON L4N 9A3 Tel: 705.792.1371

Traction

Chetwynd

114 - 314 Old Airport Road Yellowknife, NT X1A 3T2 Tel: 867.669.6272

NAPA Traction

1185 Hwy 97 North Quesnel, BC V2J 2Y3 Tel: 250.991.0650

burns lake

High Prairie

yellowknife

Traction Yellowknife

Visco Industrial (Barrie Inc.)

grande prairie #4 16101 - 101st Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 0P2 Tel: 780.538.3038

N. W. territories

quesnel

1003 Industrial Way Squamish, BC V0N 3G0 Tel: 604.892.5951

British Columbia

200 Oak Point Highway Winnipeg, MB R2R 1V1 Tel: 204.956.9490

10304A - 120th Street Surrey, BC V3V 4G1 Tel: 604.582.4888

terrace

Bow Valley Machine 5107 Keith Avenue Terrace, BC V8G 1K8 Tel: 250.638.0099

bolton

Visco Industrial 1 Simpson Road Bolton, ON L7E 1E4 Tel: 905.857.2071

3725 Webster Dr., R.R. #3 Maidstone, ON N0R 1K0 Tel: 519.737.7995

Traction 45 Mural Street, Unit #4 Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1J4 Tel: 905.771.7331

Golden West Trailer & Equipment Ltd.

mississauga

Traction 5915 Atlantic Drive, Units 6 & 7 Mississauga, ON L4W 1S4 Tel: 905.670.2868

New Liskeard

Traction 437136 Hawn Drive New Liskeard, ON P0J 1P0 Tel: 705.647.8707

north bay

Service 1 Mufflers & More 400 D Kirkpatrick Street North Bay, ON P1B 8G5 Tel: 705.497.0404

1090 Fountain St. N., Units 12 & 13 Cambridge, ON N3E 1A3 Tel: 519.653.3427

3020 Hawthorne Road, Unit 200E Ottawa, ON K1G 3J6 Toll Free: 800.396.2664 Tel: 613.742.1209

dryden

D & S Auto 459 Government Street Dryden, ON P8N 2Z3 Tel: 807.223.3227

hamilton

Traction

hanover

JD Truck Parts

Manitoba

790 - 10th Street Hanover, ON N4N 1S2 Tel: 519.364.1848

brandon

kenora

D & S Auto 1051 Railway Street Kenora, ON P9N 3W8 Tel: 807.468.9894

meadow lake

Unified Auto Parts Inc.

807 - 1st Avenue West Meadow Lake, SK S9X 1Y4 Tel: 306.236.4800

Markham

OTTAWA

WL Forestry Supplies Ltd.

1940 Queen Avenue Brandon, MB R7B 0T1 Tel: 204.728.9573

Saskatchewan

Traction

Traction Ottawa (605)

williams lake

Traction

maidstone

Cambridge

30 Bancroft Street Hamilton, ON L8E 2W5 Tel: 905.561.0932

675 McKenzie Avenue Williams Lake, BC V2G 1N9 Tel: 250.392.6699

1751 Wentworth St. W., Units 3-6 Whitby, ON L1N 8R9 Tel: 905.432.2785

Traction Cambridge

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Traction

2405 Scanlan Street London, ON N5W 6G9 Tel: 519.455.3440

sault ste. marie

Traction 380 Industrial Park Crescent Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 5Y8 Tel: 705.759.8042

st. catharines

Nick’s Truck Parts 244 Dunkirk Road St. Catharines, ON L2R 7K6 Tel: 905.687.7031

sudbury

Sudbury Truck & Trailer Inc. 510 Whissell Avenue Sudbury, ON P3B 2Z3 Tel: 705.673.3613

moose jaw

1802 Stadacona Street West Moose Jaw, SK S6H 4N8 Tel: 306.692.7402

Nipawin

Paramount Parts (Nipawin) Inc. 811 Nipawin Road East Nipawin, Saskatchewan S0E 1E0 Tel : 306.862.9881

prince albert

Unified Auto Parts Inc.

365 - 36th Street West, Unit 7 Prince Albert, SK S6V 7L4 Tel: 306.764.4220

regina

Traction

405 Park St., Regina, SK S4N 5B2 Tel: 306.721.8333

saskatoon

Traction

2815 Faithfull Avenue Saskatoon, SK S7K 8E8 Tel: 306.244.9877

swift current

Brake & Drive Ltd.

1511 Cheadle Street West Swift Current, SK S9H 5G4 Tel: 306.773.7293

Weyburn

Southern Industrial & Truck Ltd 300 Hwy 13 South Service Road Crossroads Industrial Park Weyburn, SK S4H 2K7 Tel: 306.842.2422 Yukon

thunder bay

Whitehorse

Tractor Trailer Service

Pacesetter Trading Co. Ltd.

64 Water Street South Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6T3 Tel: 807.345.5882

126 Industrial Road Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2T9 Tel: 867.393.3902

Alberta

Drumheller

Drum Diesel

Bay 13, 901 South Railway Avenue Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0 Tel: 403.823.7966

edmonton

Truck Zone Inc. 15816 - 111th Avenue Edmonton, AB T5M 2R8 Tel: 780.451.0225

Fort Saskatchewan

TruckPro Fort Saskatchewan (Applecart Logistics) 11401-85 Avenue Unit #13 Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 0A9 Tel: 780.998.5030

grande prairie

Bradvin Trailer Sales Ltd. 10920 - 87th Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8K4 Toll Free: 800.665.0509 Tel: 780.539.6260

high prairie

High Prairie Truck & Trailer Ltd.

5309 - 53rd Avenue, Hwy 2 West High Prairie, AB T0G 1E0 Toll Free: 877.523.4754 Tel: 780.523.4777

lloydminster

Truck Zone Inc.

Alberta x

PEACE RIVER

Peace Truck & Trailer Ltd.

British Columbia

smithers

downsview

Smithers Parts & Service

North Keele Auto, Truck & Trailer Repair Centre Ltd.

9103 - 75th Street Peace River, AB T8S 1T2 Tel: 780.624.8655

3465 Victoria Drive Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 Tel: 250.847.4287

sundre

Manitoba

Partco Truck Parts & Service 20 West Road Industrial Park Sundre, AB T0M 1X0 Toll Free: 800.372.7826 Tel: 403.638.3414

Taber

Geeraert Mechanical Service 5911 B - 50th Avenue Taber, AB T1G 1W7 Tel: 403.223.8744

British Columbia

chilliwack

Lickman Truck & Trailer Parts & Services Ltd.

Neepawa

T.I.C. Parts & Service 220 Hwy 5 North Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Tel: 204.476.3809

winnipeg

Dab’s Repair Ltd.

2126 Logan Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2R 0J2 Tel: 204.694.2390 Ontario

bolton

Bolton Truck & Trailer

25 - 43915 Industrial Way Chilliwack, BC V2R 3A9 Toll Free: 877.772.6255 Tel: 604.793.9660

1 Simpson Road Bolton, ON L7E 1E4 Tel: 905.951.9111

Creston

Westmark Truck Centre Inc.

Creston Truck Service Ltd. 400 Helen Road Creston, BC V0B 1B0 Tel: 250.428.5321

kelowna

Brampton 85 Devon Road Brampton, ON L6T 5A4 Tel: 905.791.7655

Burgessville

Al’s Tirecraft

5205 - 65th Street Lloydminster, AB T9V 2E8 Toll Free: 800.707.9209 Tel: 780.875.7712

Central Valley Truck Services

593771 Hwy 59, R.R. #1 Burgessville, ON N0J 1C0 Tel: 519.424.9865

medicine hat

Prince George

Hydraco Industries Ltd.

Total Truck & Equipment Ltd.

Oneida Truck & Trailer

2111 - 9th Avenue S.W. Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7G8 Tel: 403.526.2244

105 Adams Road Kelowna, BC V1X 7R1 Tel: 250.765.7738

9122 Rock Island Road Prince George, BC V2N 5T4 Tel: 250.564.6763

Ontario

Caledonia 634 Fourth Line Caledonia, ON N3W 2B3 Toll Free: 800.654.6454 Tel: 905.765.5011

3915 Keele Street Downsview, ON M3J 1N6 Tel: 416.638.5963

eden

Voth Sales & Service Inc. 10816 Plank Road 19 Eden, ON N0J 1H0 Tel: 519.866.3459

Elmira

Thur Heavy Truck & Trailer Repair 270 Arthur Street North Elmira, ON N3B 2Z5 Tel: 519.669.8420

essex

Ken Lapain & Sons Ltd

2119 County Road 15, R.R. #2 Essex, ON N8M 2X6 Tel: 519.776.6473

Etobicoke

OK Tire Truck Repair

39 Shorncliffe Road Etobicoke, ON M8Z 5K2 Toll Free: 800.661.6681 Tel: 416.236.1277

goulais river

Goulais River Truck & Tractor Ltd.

90 Highway 552 East Goulais River ON P0S 1E0 Tel: 705.649.4788

hamilton

Barton Truck Centre Ltd. 483-487 Rennie Street Hamilton, ON L8H 3P6 Tel: 905.544.2626

Ontario

hanover

Hwy #4 Truck Service Ltd. 402143 Grey Road 4, R.R. #1 Hanover, ON N4N 3B8 Tel: 519.369.5052

hanover

Serge G & D Repair Inc. 214 Highway 11 East Hearst, ON P0L 1N0 Tel: 705.362.5633

kapuskasing

Parent Mechanical Services 53 Brunelle Road North Kapuskasing, ON P5N 2M1 Tel: 705.335.3617

Mississauga

Quickfix Truck Trailer Repairs 6191 Atlantic Drive Mississauga, ON L5T 1N7 Tel: 905.696.6888

new liskeard

Pioneer Spring & Alignment 437136 Hawn Drive New Liskeard, ON P0J 1P0 Tel: 705.647.8707

Ontario

simcoe

Wilson Truck & Trailer 401 Queensway West Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 5B3 Tel: 519.428.0501

sudbury

Sudbury Truck & Trailer Centre Inc. 510 Whissell Avenue Sudbury, ON P3B 2Z3 Toll Free: 800.461.4023 Tel: 705.673.3613

thunder bay

Tractor Trailer Service 64 Water Street South Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6T3 Tel: 807.345.5882

verner

Mobile Mechanical Services 11769 Hwy 64 Verner, ON P0H 2M0 Tel: 705.594.1319

WAWA

oakville

J. Provost Contracting Ltd.

1090 South Service Rd. E., Unit A Oakville, ON L6J 2X8 Toll Free: 800.265.6291 Tel: 905.842.2942

Saskatchewan

K.I.D. Truck & Trailer Service

Oshawa

Quality Truck Repair Inc. 840 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, ON L1H 8A9 Tel: 905.721.2788

PICTON

D.M.D. Truck Equipment Services Inc. 5 McDonald Drive Picton, ON K0K 2T0 Tel: 613. 471.2060

683A Hwy 17N Wawa, ON P0S 1K0 Tel: 705.856.4513

Saskatoon

A-Line Frame & Alignment 3246 Millar Avenue Saskatoon, SK S7K 5Y2 Tel: 306.931.6612

Yorkton

Truck Proz Inc.

Hwy 10 East Yorkton, SK S3N 2X3 Tel: 306.782.4313

Krohnert Industries Inc.

Advance Engineered Products Selects Krohnert Industries as the New Ontario Dealer

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he Advance Engineered Products Group is pleased to announce the addition of Krohnert Industries to its Tank Trailer Dealership family. Krohnert Industries Inc. based in Caledon, Ontario will now be a full line agent representing Advance’s full range of Aluminum, Steel and Stainless Steel, Bulk Hauling, and Vacuum Tank equipment. Krohnert has a long proven reputation with its customers and has been in the trailer industry for over 65 years.

The Krohnert dealership will now have full access to Advance Engineered Products entire line of Bulk Hauling Specialty Trailers, Parts, Engineering Support and access to Service Facilities across Canada.

Advance is the leader in Canadian designed, built and serviced Bulk Trailers and Vacuum Equipment, and looks forward to being represented by Krohnert’s trailer experts in Ontario, Manitoba, New York, and Michigan.

For more information about Krohnert Industries

contact Mr. John Krohnert at 416.948.6121, email info@krohnert.com or visit www.krohnert.com.

For more information about Advance Engineered Products Group contact Mr. John Rynsburger at 1-800.332.8385, email jrynsburger@aepl or visit www.aepl.ca.

Tracing its roots back to 1944 as a local Toronto area repair shop for trucks and trailers, the Krohnert family name has been serving the North American and Global transportation industry in one

way or another for over 65 years. Now in the third generation, Krohnert’s head office is in Caledon, Ontario where the company’s main focus is in the dealership, distribution, finance and consulting side of the industry. Primary markets are: petroleum, crude oil, chemical, vacuum, dry bulk and LP markets. In addition to serving the tank trailer and equipment marketplace, the Krohnert companies include Krohnert Industries Inc. and their recently established Platinum RV

Inc. Since 1984, Advance Engineered Products Group has grown to become Canada’s premier manufacturer of tank trucks, trailers, and vacuum truck equipment.

Advance’s head office is located in Regina, Saskatchewan, where the bulk of the manufacturing takes place. Other locations throughout Canada manufacture specific product lines and are also equipped to handle repairs to tank trucks. In order to offer this level of ser-

vice, Advance is registered with the Department of Transport in Canada and the United States, as well as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) for the manufacture and repair of coded tanks and vessels.

In addition to serving the global tank trailer and equipment market, the Advance Group of Companies include Westech Vac Systems (Nisku, Alberta), Dumur Industries (White City, Saskatchewan), and Lazer Inox (Saint-Germain-deGrantham, Quebec).

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Employment

The Safety Tip Adviser

Stuck In The Snow? Don’t Panic!

By Alvis Violo

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s it is already apparent that this winter will be packed with snow storms, I think it’s not too late to refresh our memories on how to get out of snow if we do get stuck.

There are few things more nerve-wracking for a driver than to get stuck in snow or ice. The feeling can be even more helpless if you are stuck

at night and the road you are on isn’t a well-traveled one. However, if you stay calm and don’t give in to the fear and frustration, many times you can work yourself free.

Let’s start with something you shouldn’t do.

Applying too much power to the drive wheels can cause the wheels to do nothing but spin, which can make matters worse.

Instead, apply steady light power.

If you are at a complete stop, having your front wheels turned isn’t a good idea, even for a front wheel drive vehicle. This increases the amount of power needed to get going again, since the vehicle is forced to move at an angle. Once the vehicle starts moving, gently turn-

ing the wheel can get you going the way you want to go with a lot less effort and sliding.

Rocking the vehicle back and forth, forward and reverse, can help if the reason for being stuck is piled snow or ice in front of and behind the tires.

Patience is the key here.

It can take quite a bit of rocking before the vehicle is free.

Letting a little air out of the tires can also greatly increase your traction and get you out of a stuck situation. Do keep in mind however that under inflated tires cause the vehicle to burn more gas. They also wear out faster, so you will want to air them back up when you are able to.

If you have someone

with you and the vehicle is sliding, try having him or her put weight over the drive wheels. This increases traction and can get you out of a frustrating predicament.

Carry some form of snow shovel when traveling in snow and ice. A collapsible shovel takes up little space and doesn’t weigh much, but it can be a blessing if you find yourself stuck in a snowstorm.

Having material you can put under the tires to increase traction can also be very helpful. Many people carry sand, which also helps by increasing the weight in the vehicle. Clay style dry cat litter is even better. A few handfuls in front of and behind all four tires can often get you right out of being stuck.

Not giving in to fear when you get stuck in the snow and ice is also a huge help as is having some notion of how to get unstuck. Some preparation is helpful as well. If you follow the above tips, you need not wonder what to do when you do get stuck. You will be well on your way to getting free.

Drive safe, think positive and be prosperous.

Alvis Violo is the C.E.O.

of Emergency Road Services Corporation., a coast to coast 24 hour bilingual roadside assistance company dedicated to the trucking industry in Canada and the U.S. For more information visit www. emergencyroadservices. com or call 877.377.2262.

Please send your questions, feedback or comments about this column to alvis@emergencyroadservices.com.

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VIPAR Heavy Duty

VIPAR Announces Acquisition of Power Heavy Duty

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rystal Lake, Illinois - VIPAR Heavy Duty has announced the acquisition of Power Heavy Duty based in Pearland, Texas. As a result of the transaction, Power Heavy Duty will become part of the VIPAR Heavy Duty family of companies and continue to serve the marketplace as a separate brand.

“As the heavy duty aftermarket continues to evolve, VIPAR Heavy Duty has examined ways to best serve our shareholders and provide a positive impact on the marketplace,” said Steve Crowley, President and CEO, VIPAR Heavy Duty, Inc. “The acquisition of Power Heavy Duty allows us to take a multi-faceted approach to the independent heavy duty parts distribution business, and be the program group of choice for successful heavy duty parts distributors of all sizes by providing the right programs, tools and products. We want to continue to be the strongest possible

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channel for our suppliers to bring their products to the marketplace.”

Crowley said the acquisition helps strengthen the network as a whole, while providing market specific solutions within all aspects of the heavy duty aftermarket.

Power Heavy Duty members serve the needs of their customers from over 200 locations across the U.S., while VIPAR Heavy Duty distributors operate from over 500 locations across the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. The combined network “footprint” of over 700 locations will serve end users including fleets, owner-operators, and independent repair shops under the VIPAR Heavy Duty and Power Heavy Duty brands locally.

Through the integration of Power Heavy Duty into the VIPAR Heavy Duty family of companies, all corporate functions including central administration and management, program management, marketing and

communications, and technology will be performed by VIPAR Heavy Duty.

Brett Upton, with his 20year tenure and knowledge of the Power Heavy Duty membership and

their needs, will continue to be the point of contact for member development, recruitment, and other member needs for Power Heavy Duty.

“Power Heavy Duty mem-

bers will benefit from this acquisition by having the support and proven experience of VIPAR Heavy Duty management behind the group and brand,” explained Upton.

For more information on VIPAR Heavy Duty, visit www.vipar.com.

For more information on Power Heavy Duty, visit www.powerheavyduty. net.

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Employment

Truckload Carriers Association

TCA Announces Winners in 2013 National Fleet Safety Awards

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l e x a n d r i a , Vi r ginia - Since the mid-1970s, the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has been recognizing the safest fleets in North America through its National Fleet Safety Awards.

Sponsored by Great West Casualty Company, the awards honor trucking companies that demonstrate a superior commitment to safety and accident reduction. Eighteen companies have been selected as division winners for the 2013 competition and will now attempt to capture one of two grand prizes.

“In addition to focusing the spotlight on companies that work hard to achieve stellar safety records, these awards give us a glimpse of how well the industry is performing

as a whole, said Jerry Waddell, CDS, Chairman of TCA’s Safety & Security Division and the Safety Director for Cargo Tr a n s p o r t e r s , I n c . , o f Claremont, North Carolina. “With the continued decrease in the total contest fleet vehicle accident ratio, it demonstrates the forward safety thinking that our carrier members exhibit on a daily basis when it comes to their day-to-day operations.”

Companies applying for the National Fleet Safety Awards have completed the first of a two-step process. First, their accident frequency per million miles driven was calculated for each of six mileage-based divisions (listed below). The top three division winners were selected and have been audited by

an independent expert to verify their accident frequency numbers.

The division winners will be recognized at an awards ceremony to be held during TCA’s Annual Convention, March 2326, 2014, at the Gaylord Te x a n i n G r a p e v i n e , Texas. They will also be recognized during TCA’s Safety & Security Division Annual Meeting, May 18-20, 2014, at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch in St. Louis, Missouri.

All division winners are now eligible to compete for two grand prizes, one in the “less than 25 million annual miles” category and one in the “25 million or more annual miles” category. To win the grand prize, companies will be judged on their overall safety

programs, both on- and o f f - h i g h w a y, i n c l u d ing employee driver/ independent contractor selection procedures, training, supervision, accident investigation, inspection and maintenance of equipment, and outside activities including general highway safety.

As with the division winners, the two grand prize winning companies will be honored at an awards ceremony to be held first during TCA’s Annual Convention and then again during TCA’s Safety & Security Division Annual Meeting.

Below are the names of the 2013 top divisional winners based on low accident frequency ratios per million miles. Companies are listed according to the order that they

placed within each category.

Division I Winners (Under 5 million miles) 1. FTC Transportation, I n c . , O k l a h o m a C i t y, Oklahoma 2. Specialty Transport, Inc., Knoxville, Tennessee 3. Art Pape Transfer, Inc., Dubuque, Iowa Division II Winners (5-14.99 million miles) 1. Brian Kurtz Trucking Ltd., Breslau, Ontario 2. MacKinnon Transport Inc., Guelph, Ontario 3. Diamond Transportation System, Inc., Racine, Wisconsin Division III Winners (15-24.99 million miles) 1. A&A Express, LLC, Brandon, South Dakota 2. Convoy Systems, LLC, Kansas City, Kansas 3. Jet Express Inc., Dayton, Ohio

Division IV Winners (25-49.99 million miles) 1. N.Yanke Transfer, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 2. Erb International, Inc., New Hamburg, Ontario 3. Hill Brothers Transportation, Inc., Omaha, Nebraska Division V Winners (50-99.99 million miles) 1. May Trucking Company, Salem, Oregon 2. Groupe Robert Inc., Rougemont, Québec 3. J & R Schugel Trucking, Inc., New Ulm, Minnesota Division VI Winners (100+ million miles) 1. Bison Transport Inc., Winnipeg, Manitoba 2. Gordon Trucking Inc., Pacific, Washington 3 . R o e h l Tr a n s p o r t Inc., Marshfield, Wisconsin

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Employment

The Complacency Coach

Success is to Sway Like a Palm Tree

By Bruce Outridge

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ave you noticed how much trees that grow in a country are a reflection of the people there? Take our trees in North America, large sturdy Oaks, for example, that have stood the test of time showing the strength of the North American people. In the deep South you find Willow trees that blow with the wind, representing a carefree lifestyle of place, like New Orleans. In the Caribbean there is the palm tree that points towards the sun, offering peace, paradise, and an easy going lifestyle. On a recent vacation I was looking at a palm tree and wondering why in storms they seem to be the last things standing. When we have a bad storm at home in Canada the trees usually crack, fall down on the hydro wires, and cause havoc on parked

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cars, homes and other objects located within striking distance. Yet our trees are very strong, much like the people they represent.

The palm tree however is a single trunk, many of them smaller than our North American trees, yet have the flexibility to bend in a storm to an unbelievable degree. I have seen the trees almost go sideways in hurricane conditions and stand tall shortly afterwards.

I got thinking that our lives and careers are similar to the weather thrown at us from Mother Nature.

Our high points are those sunny days when we feel as though nothing can bother us in life. Yet others days are mild distractions much like a mild winter storm where we may have to stay inside, but realize that it will soon pass and we will be back into our daily routine. Then there are those days of devastation in life such as a divorce or other catastrophic event. This is much like a hurricane or tornado where it just turns life upside down.

What I have also noticed is that a successful career has many storms, wind gusts and sunsets, much like Mother Nature provides. The palm tree

bends with the storm but then grows higher to the sky afterwards. Similarly, achieving success is to sway like the palm trees during the storm but grow and learn from the storm to become even more successful afterwards.

How you do that will depend on your personality,

opportunities, and willingness to succeed! Basically the palm tree is telling us that if we can whether the storms in our lives and keep growing, we will have great success and allow us the lifestyle we want in the end - the destination point we know as paradise. Most of this is just an observa-

tion of course and may not mean much, but next time you are on a beach and find yourself looking at a palm tree, take a close look at where it’s heading and think about how many storms it may have gone through. You may just notice the same connection that I did.

Bruce Outridge is a business and leadership consultant and author of the books Driven to Drive, Running by the Mile, and How to Start an Artistic Business in 12 Easy Steps.

For more information please visit his website at www.outridgeenterprises. ca.

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Employment

B&R Eckel’s Transport

From Oil Patch to Over-The-Road, B&R Eckel’s Succeeds with Diverse Fleet of Kenworth Trucks

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onnyville, Alberta - “Walter” is its name, and it’s a behemoth of a truck. A 1978 Kenworth 953 - a six-wheel drive conventional capable of hauling loads in excess of 160,000 pounds. It’s a truck with more than 2 million miles under the hood; a truck that still moves oil rigs over the most treacherous off-road terrain the folks at B&R Eckel’s Transport can throw its way.

“And it symbolizes why we run Kenworths,” said Darren Smith, Fleet Manager for the Bonnyville, Alberta-based trucking company. “Kenworths are tough. They’re durable, and at the end of their cycle with us, they can command a high resale value in excess of 20 percent more than a comparably spec’d truck.”

Arguably one of the most diverse trucking businesses

in Canada, B&R Eckel’s is a privately held company that was founded in 1965

by Victor Ringuette, who still heads the company nearly 50 years later. Today, 55 percent of its loads are destined for oil fields, while 45 percent are general freight. It operates 360 Class 6-8 tractors and has more than 1,100 pieces of additional equipment - including lowboys, flat decks, reefers and dry vans, and specialized oilfield hauling equipment.

Kenworth Vocational Trucks For the oil patch, mostly in Alberta and Saskatchewan, the company utilizes a mix of big and ultra-big tractors. The majority is Kenworth equipment including the C500. Many of the C500s are configured with 40,000-lb tandem steer axles. Others feature tri-drive axles, powered

by 550 hp engines, driven through 18-speed transmissions.

“The C500 is our staple heavy rig mover, and it joins Walter in moving the biggest loads,” said Smith. “They’re flatbed units with dual winches to haul aboard the oil rig drilling platforms. To support those trucks we run a lot of Kenworth T800s and use them as picker trucks, or as winch tractors.

“Going forward, we’ve seen the new Kenworth T880s, and we’re fired up about putting those into our operation as well,” said Smith. “It has the same bloodline as the T800, so we know it’s a tough truck that can be spec’d the way we want it. The comfort of that truck is really something. The reaction from our first driver of that rig was, ‘wow, this is like driving a big car. It doesn’t feel

“Walter” is its name, and it’s a behemoth of a truck. A 1978 Kenworth 953 – a six-wheel drive conventional capable of hauling loads in excess of 160,000 pounds. It’s a truck with more than 2 million miles under the hood; a truck that still moves oil rigs over the most treacherous off-road terrain the folks at B&R Eckel’s Transport can throw its way. like a truck at all.’ ” Kenworth Over-TheRoad Trucks For the over-the-road fleet, Smith said the company has possible plans to standardize with the new Kenworth T680, which have been in operation as day cabs for the company in regional operations.

The Kenworth T680 day cab is already proving itself in regional operations.

“In initial comments from our frontline operators we are extremely happy with the new model,” Smith said. “The T680 day cab is equipped with a PACCAR MX-13 engine, rated at 500 horsepower, and our drivers are saying the engine pulls well - and has better overall power as compared to some of the other engines we run.”

B&R Eckel’s was also the first in Canada to take delivery of the new Kenworth T680 52-inch sleeper.

“We’re using that model for longer haul runs and anticipate it may become our flagship truck,” said Smith.

“But, the proof will be in the pudding - we capture all the data in life cycle costs from maintenance to fuel economy to resale value.

But we visualize that this

truck could be our truck of choice. Everyone builds a good truck, but that being said, Kenworth seems to fit the bill for us in every way.

The visibility, the comfort, the quietness of the truck is unmatched.”

For its over–the-road fleet, B&R Eckel’s has a trade cycle of 4.5 to 5.0 years, or 700,000 to 750,000 kilometers. “One of the biggest keys in measuring life cycle costs of equipment is resale value,” said Smith.

“And what we’ve seen with Kenworth, and what I’ve always known being involved in the industry for over 27 years, is that Kenworth commands a premium. We often get in excess of a 20 percent premium on the Kenworth equipment we sell over any other brand.”

Kenworth Medium Duty Trucks For local deliveries, Smith said the company utilizes Kenworth T370s. “These are equipped with van bodies and are used for pickup and delivery,” he said. “They’re working beautifully.”

Committed to Service According to Smith, B&R Eckel’s is putting more equipment to work. “In

the past three years, we’ve grown 20 percent and expect that trend to continue,” he said. “Like most trucking companies, we’ve had our share of hard times, but we’re growing again and much of it has to do with our company’s mantra that Victor and our employees live by: ‘Committed to Service.’ It’s something we truly believe in and we live and breathe that every day. It’s from the top all the way down and one reason I feel that our drivers and other employees stay with us. We have many drivers that have been with us for 20-plus years.”

Smith said B&R Eckel’s not only delivers quality service, but looks for it as well. “We certainly do, and we’ve been very pleased with the dealer support we’ve been given through Edmonton Kenworth and Kenworth Lloydminster.

We feel they’re second to none, and they help us keep our wheels turning.”

Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World’s Best(R) heavy and medium duty trucks.

Kenworth’s Internet home page is at www.kenworth. com. Kenworth is a PACCAR company.

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From the

Driver’s Seat By: Carl McBride carl@woodwardpublishing.com

A Good Mattress

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hen we think about trucks we tend to look at the chrome, the seats, the sound system and many other parts of the rig. How many drivers really look at the mattress on their bunks?

Not being a driver myself, it was something I never thought about, so it was high time to put the question to drivers: “How important is it to have a good mattress in your bunk?”

A da m Naw r o c k i drives for the Montrealbased MDS Transportation: “Yes, a good mattress is a very important part of your truck. In order to drive well we must be able to sleep well. A mattress in a truck with one driver only should be changed every five years; a truck with many drivers should be changed every three years.”

G l e n M c Na m a r a drives for BGI Transport based in Morrisburg, Ontario: “The first thing I look at when I get into a new truck is what shape the mattress is in. Every driver sleeps differently, some toss and turn, others don’t. The worst is drivers who sleep with their boots on. These mattresses should be cleaned often and changed every three years.”

Donn McLean drives for Robert Transport in TroisRivières, Quebec: “The mattress in your bunk is very important. They should be changed every three to five years. Always make sure you let your Fleet Manager know what shape your mattress is in.

After all a sleepy driver is a bad driver.”

Mohamed Abdin is a broker who drives for Robert Transport based in Boucherville, Quebec: “A good mattress is a very important part of your truck.

It is also a very expensive purchase when you buy it yourself. Most drivers buy their mattresses from their truck dealers.”

If you have any questions or subjects to discuss, please feel free to contact me at carl@ woodwardpublishing.com or call Carl McBride @ 613.902.5324.

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