Are you a long-haul operator and considering the ease of service while on the road? Can repairs be made by any tarp or trailer shop? How about those covered by warranty; can you get the work done on the road or do you have to return to the manufacturing facility?
Retractable Tarping Systems are made to last up to 10 years, but will require service over that time. The biggest question to ask yourself is, “How quickly will repairs be made?" Here
It's almost that time again! The Mid America Truck Show is almost here. What does that mean? It means there is time for new deals, not just on our cargo control, but on our systems as well. We'll have amazing prices on our winch straps, ratchet straps,
The best way to make money while still having your flatbed maintained, patched, repaired or otherwise 'down' is to schedule runs in between your hauls. One thing many newer drivers don't realize is that the best way to keep themselves moving is to schedule pickups or drop-offs where their regular maintenance or fixes are needed.
A common type of repair job we see at Tarpstop is usually a 'patch' job for a slight tear in the tarp. This may seem
With the New Years right around the corner you are probably getting ready to spring into action to make the most of 2020. For truck drivers and fleets, the new year is a great time to set the pace of your business for the coming year. Before you do you might consider reading below to see some of the things that you might want to be aware of before starting out.
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When you're getting into the trucking industry, and you're looking at how to cover your loads. What are the key indicators that you use to make sure you are making the right choice? More often than not, some of the simplest things can cause costly issues down the road if not addressed right away.
Repairs, Patches and Fix Up's
The first thing on a driver's mind
Black Friday has come and gone, but not the holiday savings that came with it. This year we wanted to take the spirit of giving and pass it on....to you the customer. We are cutting the prices on a number of items as a way of thanking you for being so loyal.
From November 29th through December 31st Tarpstop is holding the savings of the century. With discounts on transport chain, ratchet straps, trailer winches and more, these are the deal's
Recently the company Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. stopped into the Perrysburg, OH location to get an installation for a new stepdeck rolling tarp system. Although the usual turnaround time can be between 6-8 days depending on accessories, Gulfstream had a critical deadline to be met. With this in mind, our team jumped into action to push this work through so Gulfstream could meet its critical timeline.
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When owning your own trucking company one of the most crucial parts of the business is determining profitability. Although it may seem obvious, it can be a very daunting and complicated process. Tracking money in and money out is a key part to calculating revenue and profit per mile. This will help determine you company's financial health.
Always begin this process by tracking any of
The Brake Safety Week is scheduled for the upcoming September 15th through the 21st. Roadside safety inspections will be conducted on commercial vehicles throughout North America. Any Vehicles that have critical brake violations or inspection violations will be restricted from traveling until they are corrected. It is important to make sure to have all inspections done before traveling so it will be easier to travel during these times. All commercial
This September the 17th through the 19th we will be taking ourselves back to London, Ohio for the annual Farm Science Review. You can find us at our normal spot near entrance C at booth #937. We'll be taking our Fastrak Direct so we can educate many of the attendees about the benefits of tarping. We'll also bring our mini Side-Lok system so they can learn about the various systems that we have.
