If you've ever stood on the side of a flatbed tightening strap after strap, you already know this: not all ratchet straps feel the same.
A strap can have the right rating on paper and still be a pain to work with. Maybe the webbing is stiff and difficult to feed through the ratchet. Maybe the handle doesn't give you enough leverage. Or maybe the hook just doesn't cooperate with your trailer's anchor points.
When you're securing loads for a living,
For 25 years, Tarpstop has been committed to one simple mission: helping hardworking truckers, owner-operators, and fleets keep their loads protected and their businesses moving.
What started as a dedication to building quality products with top-tier service in the trucking industry has grown into a trusted partnership with customers across the country. We've had the privilege of serving thousands of drivers and companies, and we couldn't have reached
Entering the world of owner-operators driving flatbeds can seem daunting, but with the right knowledge and preparation, it can be a rewarding career...
Owning a flatbed trailer with a Fastrak II comes with its responsibilities. While this innovative solution keeps your cargo protected, regular maintenance and timely repairs are crucial.
With the New Year finally here, fleet managers must strategically plan for purchasing dedicated routes and hiring drivers, ensuring their fleets hit the ground running. This crucial planning phase is an opportunity to optimize operations and strengthen partnerships with reputable suppliers.
The role Tarp Systems plays in the transportation industry cannot be overstated. Ensuring the security of cargo while maintaining compliance with safety regulations is a task fleet owners grapple with daily.
When choosing between driving a flatbed or a van, owner-operators are often met with a significant decision that can impact their daily operations, income, and work-life balance.
The time is around the corner for the New Year and that means only one thing... taxes. As the new year approaches so does the time to get in all the purchases to file for your business as deductions...
Falls continue to remain the leading cause of death among industry workers while working at heights. There are approximately 2,500 falls from flatbeds with a 10% fatality rate. One of the best ways to reduce high insurance costs in the trucking industry is prevention.
Anyone who flatbeds knows that when tarping your system one of your main concerns once you have your cargo secured and covered by your tarp, is how long will that tarp last.
