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April 2015 Issue 83

—S e rv i n g Q u é b e c & Atl a n ti c P r ov i n c e s—

Bee Line Company

Leader In HD Alignment & Frame Corrections

By Marek Krasuski

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pproaching 100 years serving the wheel alignment industry, the Iowa-based Bee Line Company has grown to become the world’s leading manufacturer of computer laser wheel alignment, ontruck wheel balancing and frame correction systems for Class 7 and 8 Heavy Duty trucks and trailers. Bee Line’s success trajectory is founded on an unyielding commitment to innovation. While some companies talk about innovation, Bee Line supports their commitment with action. In recent years, this premier alignment equipment provider has completely refurbished its production plant in Bettendorf, Iowa, and updated its equipment with state-of-the-art automated machinery. These upgrades ensure Bee Line’s quality is at the highest level. All production has become CNC controlled. CNC (Computer Numerical Control) has replaced manually operated machines, guaranteeing that their flame cutters to lasers Bee Line page 4 >>

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Spotlight on... Bee Line Company

New Investments Mark Bee Line as World Leader in Wheel Alignment & Frame Correction Bee Line >> have the highest production accuracy by being repeatable and efficient.

In keeping with the innovation at all levels of Bee Line’s operations, Steve Woodward, Vice President of Operations outlines the extent of the company’s long term capital investment. “We are building on the next 100 years of success through investing as much in our people as in our equipment, efficiencies and improvements.

Employee training is paramount for everyone on the shop floor, up to members in the highest levels of our organization,” he said.

This company wide, on-going training allows sales reps and technicians the knowledge needed to continue to provide up-todate, on-site installation, calibration and training to customers. In addition, Bee Line holds in-house, extensive instruction on a monthly basis for alignment and frame correction training for customers who range from fleets, tire and truck dealers, suspension shops, OEMs and truck stops. Alignment training is five days in duration and frame correction is four days. This lengthy period, Woodward says, is necessary to demonstrate the optimal method of alignment which includes pre-alignment tasks, such as bearing and tire pressure checks, and familiarizing technicians/operators with tooling, assessment and other functions required for a complete alignment process.

Going beyond typical industry benchmarks, Bee Line distinguishes itself as the only complete alignment system on the market today. They offer a comprehensive line of state-ofthe art equipment to meet the unique demands of today’s alignment industry.

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selves by their personal alignment philosophy.

While other alignment systems on the market today align front and rear wheels with each other, Bee Line believes a vehicle frame could be out of position by a few degrees due to the wheels running parallel to each other, while not running perfectly parallel with the frame. This is known as “dog-tracking”.

Conversely, Bee Line tandem and trailer axles and wheels are aligned to the centreline that runs parallel through the vehicle’s chassis. Centreline alignment, therefore, addresses the two most critical alignment settings for both front end and rear axle tire wear - toe and tracking.

When toe and tracking settings are misaligned, the results are irregular tire wear, hard steering, poor drivability and premature failure of suspension parts. This centreline alignment addresses these concerns and ensures that the vehicle operates under the safest conditions with least resistance. The result is maximum tire mileage and fuel efficiency.

Bee Line’s stellar reputation arises from “a complete alignment process which no one else on the market can offer,” continued Steve Woodward.

Woodward is referring to camber adjustments and axle repositioning which, when adjusted ex-

clusively using Bee Line equipment, are returned to OEM specs.

Bee Line has long been a proponent of the benefits of camber correction which, as part of total vehicle wheel alignment, maximizes tire life and fuel efficiency; two of the industry’s highest operating costs. Unlike cars and light trucks, heavy duty trucks have straight axles that do not have similar accommodations for camber adjustment. Therefore, the only way to change the camber is to hydraulically adjust the axle, a procedure exclusive to Bee Line’s alignment program.

To accomplish this, Bee Line uses a Floating Beam which enables technicians to adjust axles in accordance with preferred target specifications endorsed by the Truck Maintenance Council (TMC). The Floating Beam, when mounted parallel or at an angle to the axle, and used in conjunction with the Bee Line Advanced Aligner System, corrects heavy duty truck axles right on the vehicle.

Camber corrections are accomplished by using bridge hanger-type tie downs that hold the axles in place while powerful Bee Line Hydraulic Rams correct camber by pushing the axle upward. Camber adjustments have been lauded by thousands of shops

and trucking fleet supporters who confirm their importance in reducing the overall operating costs of trucks.

Of particular relevance to Canadian drivers with twin steer vehicles is Bee Line’s LC7580 Computer Laser Alignment System. This revolutionary technology allows for “measurement of setback on Twin-steer vehicles and ensures accurate timing to the true chassis centerline, as recommended by major tire manufacturers and industry experts,” the company says. In addition, the Gyro Communication function in all heads allows camber, caster, setback, toe, Ackerman and max steer angle measurements to be taken on both steer axles.

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accurate measurements result in reduced tire wear, bet-

ter fuel economy, safer truck operation, faster alignments, fewer comebacks, and better handling. “Setback,” it should be noted, is defined as the distance between steer axle and rear steer axle.

The total setback value is the difference in distance on the right side versus left side. This Computer Alignment System, described as the LC7580, features on-board instructional videos that demonstrate to the technician the ease with which to calibrate the equipment in the shop in just minutes.

Prospective customers in search of wheel alignment and truck frame straightening equipment for heavy duty trucks benefit from Bee Line’s customizing capabilities. Notes Steve Woodward: “We are able to react to specific customer needs by customizing our equipment to fit the specific configurations of their work areas. Our sales force is excellent at helping our customers to maximize their space and resources.”

Indeed, Bee Line offers multiple models to choose from. On The Floor Alignment Systems enable technicians to easily

diagnose any misalignment condition, including toe, camber, caster and tracking, plus KPI and turning radius in any bay.

Elevated solutions, including Advanced Aligner Runway models, Space Saver Ramps, Lifts, and Runways, are easily configured for full adaptability to any facility. The Mobile Alignment package is acclaimed for its portability, enabling service technicians to gauge truck wheel alignment at customer locations. Bee Line’s In Ground Design system, comprised of five distinct models, is ideally suited for shops with dedicated alignment bays. The elevated solutions models in this design category are also multi-functional, providing complete wheel alignment and oil changing capabilities in customer trucks.

For nearly 100 years Bee Line Company has remained intensely committed to providing world class equipment, unparalleled engineering and technical expertise and total customer service. Its unwavering commitment to significant investment in capital and human resources will ensure its continuing success well into the next 100 years.

For more information, contact www.beeline-co. com.

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Feature: JZB Road Lines

JZB is a Dynamic, Growing Company Committed to Customer Satisfaction & Driver Employment Opportunities

By Marek Krasuski

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ZB Road Lines Inc. is a Windsor, Ontariobased commercial carrier whose tag line denotes the company as “a small business for big jobs.” If the company’s growth trajectory continues unabated, expect the tag line to read “a big company for big jobs.”

we also offer an attractive benefits package.” Current and prospective drivers also benefit from personal contact with management on a daily basis.

In response to rapid growth, and a preference for focusing on the driving and management operations of the company, Janos Karszky partnered with Peter Bertok-Varga who specializes in the mechanical and maintenance operations of the business.

Company Owner, Janos Karszky.

Company founder, Janos Karszky, established JZB Road Lines in 2012 and since those humble beginnings JZB revenues have doubled year over year. With a dedication to customer service, JZB is a multi-service carrier capable of responding to the demands of large and smaller shippers. Its transportation services include flatbed and heavy haul, temperature sensitive deliveries, dry van, oversize freight, as well as courier services and small package deliveries. The company also facilitates overseas shipping with deliveries to sea and airports. While JZB’s practice is to prioritize customer needs, it is equally committed to the well being of its employees. Notes Janos Karszky, “Even though we are a smaller company we pay similar rates as larger carriers. As well, we offer higher bonuses than many of our competitors. We encourage good and experienced drivers to apply as 6 April 2015

Company Partner, Peter Bertok-Varga.

Since 2012 when Karszky purchased an older vehicle, it has been replaced with a new Peterbilt and further additions have followed in tandem with Janos Karszky’s ambitions to establish a firm presence in the commercial transportation sector. “I wanted to build a bigger company right from the beginning,” he said, adding that incorporation followed tangible signs of growth. Indeed, five months after the first truck purchase another followed, and this motivated entrepreneur hired his first driver employee. In February 2012, a third 10-ton straight truck joined the growing fleet which was dedicated to TST expedited services. A fourth tractor was acquired in June 2013.

Additional purchases included a 48-ft flatbed and a reefer trailer. Plans are underway to replace older

tractors with new builds.

In January of this year when JZB became fully accredited and licensed, all company assets now operate under the exclusive authority of JZB Road Lines Inc. In just four years the company has built its asset inventory to include eight trucks – seven tractors and one straight truck – and two trailers.

As with other industry carriers, JZB faces similar difficulties in driver recruitment. “We would grow even faster if we could hire enough drivers,” Karszky said in response to the challenges of expansion, particularly in the Windsor-Essex region. Karszky added that finding suitably skilled and responsible drivers is the key to successful recruitment, a sentiment widely shared in the industry. Indeed, data show that supply outpaces demand by more than two to one, underscoring the industry reality that there is not a driver shortage, but rather a skilled driver shortage. This is due in part to non-standardized training. Industry watchers describe the problem as systemic whereby some registered schools provide top notch training while others, registered or not, deliver mediocre instruction at best. The Blue Ribbon Task Force authored by the Canadian Trucking Alliance supports the need for a mandatory, industry wide minimum standard of truck driver training to even out the discrepancies in skill level among licensed graduates. Studies show there are four general reasons for the shortage of skilled drivers. Among them is what’s described as a demographic Tsunami in which the average age of a trucker is 4.2 years older than in the Canadian workforce, that drivers are aging more rapidly than the average worker, and

that tens of thousands are approaching retirement.

Driver compensation is another contentious issue.

Drivers’ wages are comparable to the national average, but drivers work more hours for the same pay, and traditional piece work, still common in the industry, forces drivers to absorb the cost of inefficiencies imposed by others.

For growing firms like JZB Road Lines, quality drivers are of paramount importance. “I have to be sure the drivers who work on my trucks are professional and take care of the vehicles. Smaller firms cannot afford to sideline trucks due to driver error,” Karszky explained.

Yet those drivers who do qualify for employment

JZB’s transportation services include flatbed and heavy haul, temperature sensitive deliveries, dry van, oversize freight. with JZB stand to benefit from a dynamic, growing company where drivers are treated respectfully and attractive remuneration packages reward good work practices.

JZB Road Lines Inc. has demonstrated a commitment to excellent customer service through significant year-over-year revenue increases and a wide range

of carrier services. Both customers and prospective drivers can expect superior service and loyalty from this carrier poised to make a distinctive contribution to commercial transportation in Ontario and beyond.

For more information contact 519.253.6963, or by email: office@jzbroadlines.com or recruiting@ jzbroadlines.com.

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Factoring

Load Advances – A Financing Solution for Growing Trucking Companies

By Bruce Sayer

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f there’s one thing that will gobble up your trucking company’s cash flow, it’s rapid growth. Cash flow, and the timing of how quickly you can turn accounts receivable invoices into cash, is critical to fueling your company’s growth and your ability to survive it.

Growing your trucking business often means adding trucks, hiring staff and increasing running costs. These are costs that need to be paid upfront before you reap the rewards of a job well done. When putting together your business’s growth strategies, remember to predict how growth will affect outgoing cash flow.

Then create a plan to have cash flow available to fuel that growth. When you need to create cash quickly to keep up with the increased demands growth has placed on your company’s finances, consider utilizing Cash B4

Delivery, a Load Advance financing option from Accutrac Capital.

Invoice Factoring is a great way to create ready cash flow for your trucking business. So why should you consider a trucking Load Advance if your trucking company already factors your freight invoices? The answer is expediency.

Sometimes waiting until a job is

completed so that you can issue an invoice for factoring is still too long to wait. That can

be especially true during times of rapid growth when you need to put a lot of money upfront to ramp up operations.

It’s a common problem in the trucking industry; you have freight but are short of cash to pay the over the road expenses.

Although it’s a common problem, it is often a very difficult situation to man-

age, unless you are dealing with Accutrac Cap-

ital. Accutrac’s Cash B4 Delivery is an alternative financing product providing you with up to 50% of the load’s value, before you deliver it. That gives you ready cash to: pay for fuel costs and permits, make payroll, keep trucks maintained and in good working order, and pay ongoing operating expenses.

Like factoring, qualifying for Ac-

cutrac’s Cash B4 Delivery isn’t based on your trucking business’s credit rating or financial his-

tory. Instead, it’s based on the creditworthiness of your customers. Here’s how it works. Forward your load confirmation by fax or email to Accutrac and once your driver has picked up the freight we send you 50% of the value of your load immediately.

It’s that easy.

A Load Advance is different from Freight Factoring in two key ways: Timing; a Load Advance takes place prior to your load being delivered to your customer. It provides immediate cash when you’ve picked up freight from a creditworthy customer and are ready to deliver it.

Freight Factoring takes place after you’ve delivered your load to your customer and issued an invoice (creating an accounts receivable).

Amounts advanced; for a Load Advance you qualify for financing up to 50% of the contracted amount.

For Freight Factoring, you qualify for financing for up to 95% of the full invoice

amount. To maximize access to working capital, create a steady stream of dependable cash flow by utilizing both alternative financing products.

By combining the two, you create cash flow at two stages of delivering a load; when you’re ready to deliver it, and again once you’ve delivered the load and issued an invoice.

Accutrac takes convenience one step further; when your load is delivered, send us your invoice and Bill of lading and Accutrac will send you the remaining amount owing (up to 95% of the value of your invoice).

When you combine the power of “Cash Advance B4 Delivery” and Flat Fee Factoring, you now have maximum cash flow leverage made conveniently available to you when you need it.

For more information about Load Advances and Invoice Factoring to create ready cash flow for your trucking business, visit www.accutraccapital. com.

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RM2J

RM2J: Effective & Proven Solution to Reduce Fuel for the Trucking Industry

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any studies show that there is a gap of about 30% in fuel consumption between a diligent driver and a less diligent one.

This difference can be explained only by certain driving habits. RM2J has finally found a solution with the E-COPILOT, using the Fuel MaximiZer technology.

“The E-COPILOT is a module that is installed between the accelerator pedal and the throttle position sensor (TPS). It measures in real time the load to be carried by the truck and adjusts the fuel supply based on this load, “says Jean Poulin, Engineer and Founder of RM2J INC, the company that developed and markets the E-COPILOT. Assuming that a 500HP engine fully loaded re-

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quires all its power to move this full load, when this same truck returns to the terminal or to the next pick-up partially loaded or even empty, there is a great opportunity to save fuel while the truck does not require all its power.

Since there is much weight variation from one course to another, the module provides the proper distribution of fuel based on the load, thereby saving a lot of fuel.

After many years of studies and observation we discovered that drivers do not change their driving behavior whether the truck is full or empty.

We discovered that there is a great opportunity

to save fuel when the vehicle is empty or partially loaded. “So when the driver presses the accelerator, it sends a signal to the throttle position sensor (TPS) taking into account the load. When the truck is loaded and the driver presses hard on the accelerator, he gets the full power of the engine.

However, when the truck is empty, it does not

need all that power to move an empty tuck, so an unnecessary amount of fuel consumption is wasted, “reports Bernard Péloquin, Vice President, Sales and Marketing.

After many tests on several fleets, RM2J contracted PIT (FP Innovations firm), the company that specializes in the validation tests of road vehicle consumption, to test the E-COPILOT. The Energotest that was conducted using J1321

protocol has shown a 5.01% improvement in fuel economy. Assuming that a truck travels 75,000 kilometers a year and consumes about 30,000 liters of diesel, fuel savings can reach 1500 to 3000 liters.

For mechanical suspension, RM2J has developed another configuration based on acceleration.

This type of setting manages the fuel distribution based on the acceleration of the vehicle. This innovative functional-

ity reduces not only fuel consumption, but also tire and drivetrain components wear.

Since 2010, RM2J has installed over 4,500 FMZs on different trucks in Canada, the United States, Mexico and Australia. In 2015, more than 2,500 units will be manufactured to meet the increasing demand.

For more information please email info@ecodriver.com or visit the website at www.e-codriver.com.’’

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Theme - New Rear Axle Rides

Multiple Options Available for Rear Axle Selections

By Marek Krasuski

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n 2014, Detroit Diesel Corporation reached a milestone with the production of its one millionth axle at its Redford, Michigan plant. Detroit’s recent achievement includes new rear axles in the product mix, notably 6x2 configurations with a 2.28 ratios which allow reduced cruising at 1,200 rpm and fuel savings. Detroit produces single rear and tandem rear axles.

The single axle models have larger differentials by eliminating the head bearing and integrating the differential case and ring gear in the differential housing, thereby allowing for better stability and durability. Ring and pinion gears are machined with power-dry cutting and grinding that provides exact tooth profiles and ideal gear mesh. Perfectly matched gearing ensures more efficient power transmission, quieter operation and enhanced driver comfort.

Detroit’s tandem axles are rated up to 40,0000 pounds and are equipped with complete lubrication of the differential gears even at low speeds. An oil deflector eliminates the need for an oil pump but still provides for extended gear life. Detroit says its axle design enhances fuel economy with track housing that can switch between super single and dual track. An additional feature is an input seal inside the bearing cage that diminishes seal degrada-

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tion and input oil leaks typical to other designs.

Detroit’s manufacturing process includes gear sets which are matched to ten thousandths of an inch for tight tolerance so that any pinion can be matched with any ring gear for a perfect fit. Reduced vibration, durability and enhanced driver comfort is also reinforced by a Topoid offset on the inter-axle driveline. Rear axle weight ratings range from 13,000 to 46,000 pounds, all of which can be configured to specific customer applications.

The company says excellent warranty coverage is provided.

In February 2015 Meritor Inc. became the recipient of the 2015 Top 20 Product Award for the P600 Series Heavy Duty Planetary Axles in recognition of innovation and contributions to the industry. The P600 Series axles, including the P610 and P614, are engineered for global heavy-haul, oil field, logging and mining applications and are available in tandem and tridem configurations with ratings up to 42,000 pounds, each with variable ratios.

Introduced in 2014, these axles address the needs of specialty customers.

“Most of the components used in the P610 and P614 heavy-haul axles are the same as those used on high-volume Meritor axles which have been reliable in demanding applications,” said Ben Reineck, Director of Specialty for Meritor. Features and benefits include gross axle weights of 84,000 pounds on tandems and 126,000 on tridems for high capacity loads, steel housings with brackets that are compatible with most heavy duty suspensions, and broad axle ratios ranging from 3.46:1 to 24.8:1.

Other rear tandem axles

include the FUELite Tandem and 14X Tandem Drive Axle. As the name suggests, the FUELite weighs 400 pounds less than a standard 6x4 and delivers approximately a two percent fuel efficiency increase.

T h e 1 4 X , a Ta n d e m Drive Axle, features a larger inter-axle than its predecessor, the RT-40145, to meet the demands of higher-torque engines.

Meritor says it provides the industry’s fastest and most complete range of axles from 2.47 to 7.17 and is the lightest weight in its class. With a 20 p e r c e nt l ar g e r inter-axle differential, the 14X has fewer parts

ternative powertrain systems while still reducing weight and increasing axle efficiency.” A selection of ratios from 2.26 to 3.91 is now available.

Another tandem model, the Spicer EconoTrek 6x2, includes innovations for heavy duty linehaul tractors that improve fuel economy up to three percent. The EconoTrek also supports the use of wide based singles. For a full display of axle models, visit www.dana.com.

Other innovations in the axle industry focus on inflation systems for drive axles. To date, only

ators see tire repair costs increase 10 to 15 percent annually, an additional incentive for manufacturers to pull out all stops to ensure proper tire inflation on all wheels and axles.

The device is mechanical, self powered, and securely mounts in less than 5 minutes; it is suitable for both dual and wide based tires.

The Halo works on drive and trailer axles and on other commercial vehicles as well. Company officials estimate the Halo can be paid for in less than a year.

Airgo, meanwhile, is undertaking final testing for the T3 Drive Axle tire monitoring and inflation system which will be permanently

and is capable of handling up to 2,050 pounds per foot of torque in certain applications. DualTrac housing provides for the optional use of wide-based tires.

More information is available at www.meritor.com.

Another world leader in the manufacture of single, tandem and tridem axles for commercial applications is Dana Holding Corporation. In February, 2015 Dana exhibited a number of products at the Technology & Maintenance Council’s annual meeting. Among those products, each designed to optimize engine downspeeding, efficiency, and fuel economy, was the AdvanTEK 40 tandem axle. Dana describes this 40,000 pound axle as a “powerful combination of technologies that can enable an engine at highway cruise speed to run up to 200 rpm lower than al-

trailer axles have been able to use inflation systems thanks to their tubetype axle construction.

Drive axles, on the other hand, have been more problematic because of the axle shaft that creates a barrier. But the advantages of inflation systems on trailers - reduced maintenance costs by eliminating the need to pressure check all wheel positions, improved tire life, and fuel economy are prompting a handful of manufacturers to modify existing technologies for drive axle applications.

The Halo Tire Inflator from Aeperia Technologies, for example, is a “bolt-on plug-and-play device that automatically maintains optimal tire pressure by taking advantage of a wheel’s rotational motion to generate pumping power to inflate tires,” the company says. Average fleet oper-

mounted through the drive axles. All moving parts and connections will be inside the drive axle.

Dana, too, is working on similar tire inflation systems which can adjust pressure up and down depending traction needs.

Dana is also developing a system that integrates sealing technology for on highway applications.

Existing inflation systems externally mounted to drive and steer axles have been around for a while, but they were never widely adopted by the industry because of damage to external hoses and components by road debris and possible breakage. Internal systems, conversely, stand to gain wider acceptance.

All axles, including rear axles, depend on suspension systems for driver comfort, stability and improved vehicle control.

Hendrickson, a leading manufacturer of suspensions and axle systems, offers several designs for liftable forward tandem, tandem, and single axles.

The liftable axle operates in the forward tandem position, offers versatility for variable loads, and is suited for on highway applications. The company says the tandem axle series provides excellent suspension for on and off road use, delivers superior ride comfort, stability and handling.

Drop-in shims make axle alignment fast and easy.

Hendrickson’s single axle rear air suspensions are equipped with large-volume air springs and premium shock absorbers for a comfortable ride and greater resistance to the shock of bumpy roads on chassis, equipment and drivers. Search the company website for complete product lines at www. hendrickson-intl.com.

Other manufacturers, like the Ridewell Corporation, offer low maintenance suspensions for drive axles in severe applications such as logging, construction and other sectors. The RDA209 Tandem Air Drive has a capacity of 46,000 pounds with the maneuverability of a single drive axle, according to the company. The RD-202S, the heavy duty Tandem Drive Truck Suspension, is described as “the most durable suspension on the market” with capacity between 38,000 and 75,000 pounds. For more information, visit www. ridewellcorp.com.

Given the wide range of drive axle ratios and the overall complexity of axles that impacts speed, load pulling capacity, and fuel economy, carriers stand to benefit from consultations with axle makers to determine best-use options.

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Meritor, Inc.

Axle Solutions for 6x4 & 6x2 Markets

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e r i t o r ® (NYSE: MTOR) is announcing the launch of the addition of a 2.28 super-fast ratio to its 14X 6x4 rear-drive tandem axle.

Meritor will offer the super-fast 2.28 ratio on the 14X platform in August 2015. The faster axle ratios built into FUELite+ and the new 14X 2.28 ratio can be integrated with Meritor’s recently launched RPL35 and RPL35SD drivelines to handle the high torques resulting from downspeeding.

“With FUELite+ and the

new super-fast ratio for our 14X portfolio, truck operators can achieve that fuel-economy ‘sweet spot’ through downspeeding,” said Karl Mayer, Director, Product Strategy for Meritor. “While the 14X was designed to handle higher torques, Meritor fortified the already strong design by enlarging the pinion system to handle the extreme torque levels associated with downspeeding.”

Downspeeding employs direct-drive transmissions and fast axle gear ratios to maintain vehicle speed

at lower engine rpms to enhance vehicle efficiency and improve mileage.

“These Meritor products offer the industry comprehensive downspeeding solutions that enhance performance and efficiency for the 6x2 and 6x4 markets,” Mayer said. “By adding versatile new products and strengthening Meritor’s current offerings, our industry-leading solutions are helping OEMs better serve North America’s established 6x4 market and the trend toward 6x2-equipped vehicles.”

Both the 14X and

FUELite+ carriers will also be available through Meritor’s normal aftermarket distribution channels.

Meritor, Inc. is a leading global supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking and aftermarket solutions for

commercial vehicle and industrial markets. With more than a 100-year legacy of providing innovative products that offer superior performance, efficiency and reliability, the company serves commercial truck, trailer,

off-highway, defense, specialty and aftermarket customers around the world.

Meritor is based in Troy, Mich., United States, and is made up of more than 9,000 diverse employees who apply their knowledge and skills in manufacturing facilities, engineering centers, joint ventures, distribution centers and global offices in 18 countries. Common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTOR. For important information, visit the company’s website at meritor.com.

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Kenworth Truck Company

T370 Medium Duty Truck Offers Heavier Front Axle

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ndianapolis, Indiana Kenworth is pleased to announce it will offer heavier front axles for its T370 Class 7 model. The introduction was made in conjunction with the NTEA Work Truck show that was held early March in Indianapolis.

“The Kenworth T370 is already an extremely versatile truck, but now with the new 18,000-pound and 20,000-pound front axles, customers can put more weight on the front

ends in fuel hauling, dump, mixer, utility and crane applications,” said Kurt Swihart, Kenworth’s Marketing Director. “This also allows more payload in a shorter BBC truck package - something our vocational customers will find attractive.”

The 18,000-lb. and 20,000-lb. axles are available with the PACCAR PX-9 engine rated up to 350-hp and 1,150 lb-ft of torque. The package includes a heavy duty,

cross-brace reinforced front frame assembly. Bolted cross members and either 10-3/4-inch frame rails, or 10-5/8-inch frame rails with inserts complete the chassis package. Iron hubs, drum brakes, and dual-power steering gears, along with a power steering cooler, are part of the spec package.

“These new axle options continue the momentum we’re seeing with our medium duty products,” said Swihart. “We had rec-

ord sales and market share in 2014 and we expect that trend to continue in 2015. Customers are finding more versatility, driver comfort and durability with their Kenworths and it’s paving the way for mutual success.”

Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks.

Kenworth’s Internet home page is at www.kenworth. com. Kenworth is a PACCAR company.

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Feature - MacEwen Petroleum

Tradition of Growth, Product & Service Excellence

By Marek Krasuski

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n 1976 MacEwen Petroleum Inc. was established to meet the fuel needs of customers in the Maxville, Ontario region. A family owned business, company founder Allan MacEwen excelled by cultivating a tradition of loyalty with area customers by providing personalized, oneon-one service. Nearly 40 years later MacEwen proudly retains this heritage, both as a family run business and a superior provider of fuel products.

Today, MacEwen’s market reach has expanded to include all of Ontario a n d m o s t o f Q u e b e c, and is recognized as one of Canada’s leading independent petroleum and convenience store companies. Today’s business scope is comprised of three main markets - retail, commercial and residential. Company General Manager, Peter MacEwen outlined the range of services. “The Retail business is a network of about 50 company owned and agent operated gas stations, convenience stores, and car washes operating as MacEwen or Esso brands.

Additionally MacEwen is a supplier to dealers, either with the MacEwen brand or as an Esso Branded Wholesaler. The Commercial business includes delivered fuels to fleets, farms and businesses, 10 cardlock sites, lubricants, and Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF). The Residential business consists of heating oil and propane delivered to homes,” he said.

In its continuing efforts to better serve the commercial transportation industry, the company continues to expand its network of cardlock locations through acquisitions and new builds.

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in the communities of Bourget, Cornwall, Kemptville, Maxville, Ottawa, Perth, Picton, Prescott, and Eganville. A new cardlock in Belleville, Ontario is under construction and scheduled for opening in April. The Belleville site will provide clear diesel, coloured diesel, and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and is located off Hwy 401 on Mineral Road.

With the most extensive network of cardlock locations east of Toronto, each of MacEwen’s cardlock sites are fully accessible 24/7, providing multiple benefits to commercial carriers. One card accesses all locations, and vehicle analysis reports are provided monthly, enabling customers to review critical operating data such as total fuel consumption per truck and miles per gallon statistics. Security measures are in place to allow for easy deactivation of cards if ever misplaced or stolen.

Cards can also be authorized by specific product.

Cardlock sites are stocked with clear diesel, coloured diesel, gasoline and DEF. Wi t h g e n e r a t i o n s o f experience serving bulk customers, MacEwen is uniquely positioned as a Canadian leader in the Diesel Exhaust Fluid industry as well. Serving a range of customers from national fleets to local truck dealerships, MacEwen provides premium customer service and API certified DEF. With a decades-long history in the provision of diesel, oil and propane to Ontario and Quebec customers, MacEwen has evolved into an expert in the delivery of bulk DEF. To this end, the company tailors its product offering to individual requirements. “Every DEF installation we complete is customized to our customer’s needs,” explained Peter MacEwen. “Some customers require a tote and electric pump, while

others require very large outdoor, insulated and heated storage tanks with dispensers. Oftentimes we install control mechanisms that can only be activated if the user has a key fob. This provides the customer with security and vehicle analysis.”

Customized service is perhaps best illustrated by one MacEwen customer who had installed an 18,000 litre outdoor, above ground, insulated tank connected directly to its fuel islands, thereby allowing trucks to fill fuel and DEF without moving the vehicle. The system was also integrated through the customers’ cardlock to provide security, control, and analysis. Storage systems are available in a variety of shapes and sizes depending on customer space and volume requirements. In addition, all DEF storage tanks are constructed of stainless steel or high density polyethelene (HDPE) materials designed to preserve product integrity. A leader in bulk DEF delivery, MacEwen Petroleum is also the first company in the country with a mass-flow DEF pumping meter to be approved by Measurement Canada, yet another demonstration of MacEwen’s total commitment to excellence in DEF delivery.

MacEwen Petroleum is a trusted provider of petroleum products and bulk DEF with an extensive network of cardlock sites east of Toronto for the commercial markets.

Supported equally by convenience store locations offering gasoline, diesel, car washes, and assorted products, this premier supplier is poised to continue its tradition of high quality product and service delivery unmatched in the industry.

For more information contact Allen McEvoy at: a.mcevoy@macewen. ca.

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Business Insurance Matters

Risk Management & Disaster Planning

By Linda Colgan

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e all read the papers, listen to the radio or watch the nightly news,

and for the majority of us we are extremely fortunate to be able to turn off or tune out the problems that occur in our backyards or around the world. Risk managers of companies take notice of what is happening and assess risk on a daily basis. Risk managers are accountable for being the problem solvers with the expectation they will lead the company to higher ground, remaining operational if the flood gates open up.

A disaster can be predict-

able but yet unforeseeable with its impact of severity.

A mere example of this is a rollover. The potential of this type of risk occurring is predictable, but the severity poses greater harm in a condensed, populated area as opposed to a rural location. Both are the same event, but the exposure and financial impact can be far more intense given the vulnerability, timing and geographical location.

Routing is another consideration of a risk manager. Loads are accepted in

advance and many carriers have designated routes for specific shippers. Risk management engulfs the consideration beyond man made error or occurrences.

Weather can have adverse effects on travelled routes before or during dispatch.

Examples of this are still prevalent with Katrina, Mt. St. Helens, Hurricane Sandy, earthquakes, or more recently, the winter storms in New York and on the east coast. These weather conditions paralyzed travel routes and introduced additional risks to other populated and unfamiliar corridors for many companies. Having alternate routes mapped may sound like a simple task but it surely isn’t. Consider the impairment for specialized loads, permits purchased in advance, as well as introducing new perils for unknown risks (terrain). If major rerouting of a lane is necessary, further consideration must be given to mechanical repair along a new route which may be sparse, fuel accessibility limited along the newly mapped lanes, and unfamiliar lodging and warehousing, just to name

a few perils. Regardless of what is being hauled, weather conditions directly impact bottom line profit, particularly if feasible corridors are rendered impassable.

There are also unpredictable risks such as terrorism, war and pandemics.

With the recent fear of disease, many companies have started to insist that the carrier confirm specific types of coverage before permitting freight to be released. What precautions, for example, are being taken for exposure to disease (SARS, Ebola, measles)?

Some transportation companies cannot commit to the expenses of having a risk manager employed full time. Company planning also requires contingency consideration for minor, intermediate and catastrophic planning. The methodology, training and education on how to monitor, respond, mitigate and document should encompass all operations (computer, emergency phone lines, location, economics), including the equipment (repair/ replace/accessibility) rout-

ing, fuel, repair facilities, spill, pollution, delegation and accessibility of authority in the event of serious loss (insurance company, contact info posted in common area ), as well as the employees (medical, loss of identification/ education) and the ultimate response to the customer and contracts (integrity of the obligations within the contracts).

These are just a few ideas. Risk management is very intense and complex.

It is an educational arena in which every penny spent in disaster planning is well worth it. The least interruption to normal business operations translates into profit. If it is not feasible to hire a full time employee or consultant, it is valuable to take heed of risk management processes whenever possible.

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

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Mack Trucks

Fans Choose Favorite Trucks for 2016 Mack Calendar

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reensboro, North Carolina - Every dog may have its day, according to the old saying, but six special Bulldogs will each get an entire month in the 2016 Mack Trucks Calendar.

Mack Trucks is offering its customers an opportunity for their Mack® models to be spotlighted in next year’s calendar.

Customers may nominate their trucks and submit photos through a link on Mack’s Facebook page. Mack’s 100,000plus Facebook fans will then vote to determine the six winners. Nominated trucks must be in current

commercial operation and can be any Mack model from any model year. The winning trucks will receive a professional photo shoot, courtesy of Mack, and a spot in the 2016 edition of the Mack Trucks Calendar.

“Mack owners are known around the world for the pride they have in their trucks,” said John Walsh, Mack Vice President of Marketing.

“And what better way to showcase that pride than a chance to star in the 2016 Mack calendar.”

The online contest runs from March 3 through May 31 and is open to

any customer with a Mack truck currently in use for business.

The annual Mack Trucks Calendar is one of the most-anticipated events of the year for Mack’s customers, dealers and fans.

More than 30,000 copies of the 2015 calendar were distributed worldwide.

For more information, including the complete rules and instructions on how to nominate a truck, visit Mack’s Facebook page at facebook.com/ MackTrucks.

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

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Announcement

Groupe Morneau Opens a New Terminal in Anjou

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n the company of Mr. Luis Miranda, Mayor of the Anjou borough, Mr. Aref Salem, Executive Committee member responsible for transport for the City of Montreal, Ms. Paulina Ayala, MP for the Honoré-Mercier riding, Mr. Alain Dulong, President of the Chamber of Commerce of Montreal East, Ms. Julie Labrecque, President-Executive Director of the Regroupement des jeunes chambres de commerce du Q u é b e c ( R J C C Q ) , M r.

Marc Cadieux, PresidentExecutive Director of the Association du camionnage du Québec (ACQ) and Mr. Jacques Laflèche, President of the Association des industriels d’Anjou, Groupe Morneau inaugurated their brand new transport terminal in Anjou (Montreal) on Thursday, March 12. This represents a private investment for the

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family company of over $25 M. With an area of 105,000 square feet, this 82-door (loading dock) building will allow for over 500 freight trips every day.

The location of the terminal, at the junction of Autoroutes 40 and 25, will allow the company to further develop their activities not only across Quebec, but also across Ontario. An active hub between markets in Eastern Canada, all of Quebec, and Mississauga (Ontario), this new terminal will merge the activities of Morneau Transport, Morneau Solution, Morneau Sego, and Morneau Global under one roof.

“With this opening we can now establish our expertise on an even more solid foundation by offering our clients the most important LTL transport terminal in Quebec. Over

10,000 pallets per day can be handled in this space, which is designed to minimize the risk of damaging goods. As such we maintain virtually unmatched claim rate scores of less than 0.5%, which greatly benefits all of our customers,” explained Mr. André Morneau, President of Groupe Morneau.

“In a territory as vast as ours, the issue of transportation is vital for our economy and crucial to maintaining a supply of goods and services to many communities. I would thus like to congratulate Groupe Morneau for their growing capacity to innovate and adapt to their clients’ needs for over 70 years now,” said Mr. Jacques Daoust, Minister of Economy, Innovation, and Exportation.

“The implementation of one of the largest

transport terminals in the province by Groupe Morneau, an undisputed leader in their field, is wonderful and exciting news for the city and its economy, as well as for the business community.

Today’s event showcases the great dynamism - and success - of a company that is a leader in their field, and also highlights the dynamism of a major commercial and industrial centre of the Eastern part of the Island of Montreal,” said Mr. Aref Salem, Executive Committee member responsible for transport for the city of Montreal.

“It is a privilege for us to host a company the size of Groupe Morneau. The entire business community welcomes this opening and its contribution to the vitality of Montreal East,” stated Mr. Alain Dulong, President of the Chamber of Commerce of

Montreal East.

“It is an important day for this family company, which has contributed to, and supported economic development in the four corners of Quebec. The RJCCQ stresses the importance of supporting the growth of local SMEs like Groupe Morneau for the employment they create and their contribution to Quebec’s economy,” said Ms. Julie Labrecque, President-Executive Director of the RJCCQ. “The ACQ is proud to salute the inauguration o f G r o u p e M o r n e a u ’s new transport terminal i n A njo u . T h is f amily company, a pioneer in the road freight industry, is a beacon of success for Quebec businesses across the continent due to their dynamism and passion for what they do,” added Mr. Marc Cadieux, President-Executive Director for the ACQ.

“BDC is proud to be a long-time close partner of Groupe Morneau that has collaborated with them, with the National Bank of Canada, and with Investissement Québec during the implementation of this major project in Montreal East,” said Mr. François-Xavier Lemay, Director, Business Centre at the Business Development Bank of Canada.

These new facilities will also contain a maintenance centre and a technology centre, as well as equipment for the treatment of containers destined for intermodal and international transport via the Morneau Global division.

The company would like to thank its financial partners: The National Bank of Canada, the Business Development Bank of Canada and Investissement Québec.

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Legal Matters

Convenience or Inconvenience

By Jaycen Olavario

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n previous articles I’ve talked about the freedom of expression; the right to be heard, the right to be silent, or the right not to say anything, the right to face your accuser, and the right to a full and complete disclosure.

I also talked about how we sometimes view these rights as only being associated with more serious matters and that most of the people charged with offences under the Highway

Traffic Act and its Regulations do not necessarily think of exercising these rights to help their cases.

Well, ladies and gentlemen, the province wants to implement (I wanted to say introduce, but it’s past the introduction stage at this point) a system that may just limit those rights. The province wants to implement an Online Administrative Monetary Penalty System for provincial offences. What is an Online Administrative Monetary Penalty System?

It is basically an Online Dispute Resolution System where the process of disputing most charges under the Provincial Offences Act, the Highway Traffic Act and its Regulations will be done online instead of at the Courthouse.

Let me expand on this.

It is a system where, upon being charged with an offence, you are given an option to pay the fine on-

line or elect to dispute it through the online system.

If you choose the latter, the information needed to initiate and support the dispute is entered online.

Convenient? Sure, but let’s move on. The Dispute Resolution process will then be managed by an Unbiased Expert Decision Maker. Oh! Wait a minute; did I say Unbiased Expert Decision Maker?

I’m just wondering what the qualifications are of these would-be Unbiased Expert Decision Makers?

Will they be the few Lucky Municipal Prosecutors who will be reassigned to this job? Or perhaps, they’ll opt for the experienced court clerks. I wonder what the province will do to the rest of them. Maybe they’ll go on shift work since this AMP is a 24-hour system?

Hey, that’s what they say it will be: Convenient 24/7 access to an online system that provides information,

guidance and access to Unbiased Expert Decision Makers. No need to travel to a courthouse.

Not too long ago I got a call from a man who asked if he and his wife could do something about their traffic ticket convictions.

They had four convictions each, no points on any of them. Their Insurance provider refused to renew their coverage because of the convictions. I asked him if they were guilty of all 8 charges and he said no, but they did not want

to have to go to trial and risk losing. I asked him if they requested the disclosure for any of their cases and he said no. Then how did he know how more or less of a risk going to trial for those cases would be if he did not have the disclosure? He said pleading guilty to a 0 point offence was easier and they never thought these minor convictions with 0 points would affect their insurance. Had he known, they would have challenged those charges in court.

Mind you; had it been only 2 or 3 minor convictions, their insurance might not have been cancelled. Now I wonder how many other defendants will have the same fate if the AMP gets implemented.

How about the truck drivers? The CVOR holders – how will this affect you? Give me a call at 416.221.6888 or email me at Jaycen@ottlegal.com and I’ll explain it to you. There’s just too much to write about when our rights are trampled on.

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April 2015 15

Eastern Report

Ice Conditions Worse Than Last Year

By George Fullerton

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ast year, the consensus was ice conditions on Canada’s east coast were the worst in the past thirty years. With the winter of 2015 punishing the region with persistent deep cold weather and excessive snow accumulation, those authorities evaluating sea ice conditions agree that this year’s ice conditions are even worse than last year.

Truckers and shippers have been voicing their concerns about the fear that ice in the Gulf of St. Lawrence will have a significant impact on Marine Atlantic service, and have called on the federal government to provide greater ice breaker support to the ferry service.

Darrell Mercer, spokesman for Marine Atlantic, said the ferry service

between Newfoundland and Cape Breton has been experiencing heavy ice conditions since late February, which is slowing the boats to 2-3 knots, while typical speed is in the mid to high teens. “In some instances it is extending our crossing times by 2 to 3 hours” said Mercer.

“Last year’s ice conditions started late March and continued to April, however this year ice became an issue in early February and is expected to continue into April.” He added the residual impact of the crossing delays requires adjustment to schedules.

Heavy ice conditions did result in both the Leif Erickson and the Vision becoming stuck in packed ice that required the assistance of the Canadian Coast Guard ice breaker to free them. The Leif Erickson became stuck close

to Cape Breton, while the Vision ran into trouble near mid-crossing.

Mercer said that CCG responded by sending a small classed ice breaker which had only ice breaking capacity comparable to the Marine Atlantic ferries, but it was enough to dislodge the ferries from the ice.

Mercer explained that as ice conditions became more serious, Marine Atlantic contacted the Canadian Coast Guard to apprise them of the situation and requested that CCG make more ice breaking capacity available to help ensure the service between Newfoundland and Nova Scotia continues with as little disruption as possible.

Mercer said the ice breakers, Louis St. Laurent and Henry Larsen have been deployed so that they can

quickly come to the assistance of Marine Atlantic ferries if the need arises.

Mercer acknowledged that the Coast Guard ice breaking service is in high demand due to extreme conditions.

“Our captains have many years of experience with ice conditions, and they are continually assessing weather reports and adjusting their routes accordingly in an effort to avoid the heaviest ice.

While ferry crews have up to date data, wind conditions and currents can act together to change ice conditions very quickly.”

Jean-Marc Picard, Executive Director of the APTA, commenting on ice conditions said, “The current situation on the gulf is very distressing due to the amount of ice and the way it’s accumulating in some areas. Commercial

carriers are essential in getting goods to Newfoundland and Labrador, and they rely on Marine Atlantic service to accomplish this”.

Picard said Marine Atlantic needs better ice breaking support from the Coast Guard so they can maintain their service for commercial carriers

and other travellers to and from Newfoundland.

He added that shipping delays are accumulating because the Federal Government is not providing adequate ice breaking service. “It is crucial to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador that this situation gets addressed immediately”.

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Government of P.E.I.

Annual Fee Waived for the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary

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anadian Coast Guard Auxiliary volunteers in Prince Edward Island will receive free driv-

er’s license renewals, in addition to free annual motor vehicle registration and license plates, says Transportation and

Infrastructure Renewal Minister Alan McIsaac.

“Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary members provide assistance to the

Canadian Coast Guard and the Department of National Defence with search and rescue and safe boating programs,”

said Minister McIsaac.

“These individuals spend countless hours helping Islanders, and I am very proud of these dedicated volunteers.”

The Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary (P.E.I.)’s mandate is to save lives on the water. Volunteers work to educate waterusers about safe practices, provide marine search and rescue service, and prevent injury and loss of life.

“The Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary (P.E.I.) Zone 3 and 4 volunteers welcome this announce-

ment from the Government of Prince Edward Island,” says Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary (P.E.I.) Training Officer/ Unit leader / Zone 4 Thomas J. MacDonald. “We appreciate the recognition of our work through the granting of these specialized license plates, annual motor vehicle registration and driver license renewals for our volunteers.”

Visit www.gov.pe.ca/ highwaysafety for more on driver’s license renewals, vehicle registration and license plates.

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Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Alan McIsaac with Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary (P.E.I.) Training Officer/ Unit leader / Zone 4 Thomas J. MacDonald.

16 April 2015

Canadian Trucking Alliance [CTA]

CTA Welcomes Transport Minister’s Support For Key Safety Initiatives

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oronto, Ontario – The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) is hailing the declaration of support from federal Transport Minister Lisa Raitt for the introduction of two key safety initiatives – electronic logging devices (ELDs) and roll stability technology.

Raitt made the announcement on March 19 at a roundtable meeting in Toronto with trucking company executives of the Canadian Trucking Alliance. CTA, which is a federation of the provincial trucking associations representing over 4,500 Canadian trucking companies, is a strong proponent of requiring both safety technologies.

“We commend the minister for her leadership and look forward to continuing to work with her on the

legislation mandating both ELDs and roll stability,” said David Bradley, CEO of the Alliance. “We now call upon all of the provincial governments to work with Minister Raitt and CTA to help make this a cooperative country-wide effort.

Ontario Transportation Minister Steven Del Duca is the only provincial Transportation Minister who to date has publically declared support for a national ELD mandate.

“We are working actively with our stakeholders and provincial partners to support increased safety for Canadians and Canada’s trucking industry through innovative technologies such as electronic logging devices and electronic stability systems,” said Minister Raitt.

A Transport Canada press release also says the

measures are “consistent with the Government of Canada’s commitment to align with U.S. vehicle standards.” U.S. rules mandating ELDs on all trucks where the driver is currently required to complete a paper log book and the introduction of a manufacturing standard requiring all new heavy trucks to come equipped with roll stability control is expected later this year.

The minister said it isn’t often that an industry comes to government seeking regulation, so when one does you need to listen. “It is a strong indication of the industry’s commitment to safety,” said Raitt, adding that commitment to public safety is a key part of her and her government’s mandate.

Raitt also expressed support for a regulation

involving electronic stability control on commercial trucks. “As regulators we’re looking at it to make sure we put it as a mandatory aspect of trucking in Canada,” she told trade media gathered at CTA’s office. “It’ll (prevent) accidents from happening on our roads and it’s also very good for the movement of

goods in places like the GTA.” ELDs are used to track, collect and record electronic data on a driver’s hours of service compliance. The Canadian federal hours of service regulations were designed to be consistent with the science of fatigue and fatiguemanagement principles.

Roll stability systems help protect against loss of control accidents by automatically intervening by reducing engine torque and engaging the engine retarder, while automatically applying drive axle and trailer brakes. The activation takes place before the driver is aware of the need.

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Federal Transport Minister Lisa Raitt is a strong proponent of electronic logging devices (ELDs) and roll stability technology.

April 2015 17

Atlantic Truck Show

Major Movie Star at ATS

By George Fullerton

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othing builds anticipation for an event or show better than booking in a movie star for an appearance. Typically, the Atlantic Truck Show never seems to have much trouble filling up with exhibitors, nor filling the parking lot of the Moncton Coliseum with loads of folks eager to take in this first class event.

Regardless, the Atlantic Truck Show has gone ahead and embraced Hollywood hype and booked in the star of Transformer 4: Age of Extinction, Optimus Prime.

If you are unfamiliar with the Transformer movies, you may not know that Optimus Prime is a custom built Western Star truck.

Optimus Prime comes to the Atlantic Truck Show courtesy of Maritime Western Star dealers. The truck has made appearances on show circuits, including

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the Mid America Truck Show and the Calgary International Auto and Truck Show.

Optimus Prime continues a life as ambassador for Western Star Daimler. The truck was a collaboration between Western Star and Transformer creator/director Michael Bay. Western Star responded positively to queries about collaborating on development of the Optimus character and offered their new aerodynamic 5700XE model on which to base the Optimus character.

Ignoring the Hollywood hype for a moment, Western Star claims a 15% increase in fuel efficiency with the new 5700 model.

Show manager, Master Promotions, reports that exhibition space (total 200,000 square feet) both inside and outside is filling very quickly as the June 5-6 show dates draw near.

This year the Atlantic

Truck Show will also feature a ‘recruit here’ spot where trucking companies looking to hire talent will display a ‘Recruit Here’ sign, enabling prospective candidates to meet recruiting staff and learn about employment opportunities with various companies.

A complimentary addition to the Atlantic Truck Show will be a ‘Show and Shine’ event for classic, antique, unique and working trucks. Again this year Donnie Fillmore and his wife Marie are leading this initiative which is hosted adjacent to the outdoor exhibit area.

Visitors are invited to view shining trucks and vote for their favorites by making a cash donation. Funds raised will be directed to the Children’s Wish Foundation. Not only does this event support a very important cause, it is a great opportunity

to appreciate remarkable equipment up close and meet great folks like Marie and Donnie.

At press time, Master Promotions was engaging a number of OEM manufacturers to participate in a ride and drive event. Truck dealers provide a new model truck that is available for an up-close view and tire kicking session, followed by getting a short

test drive for qualified drivers, of course.

The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association, owners of the Atlantic Truck Show, is also sponsoring a lobster dinner hosted at the Casino New Brunswick. Funds raised will support Juvenile Diabetes.

If you need another reason to convince you to put the Atlantic Truck Show on

your calendar June 5th to 6th, then please consider online registration and save 50% on your registration/entrance fee. Early registrants (http://www. masterpromotions.ca/) get admitted for $5 and avoid the registration line up on show days.

See you at the show and stop by and see me at the Eastern Trucking News Booth #617.

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Keeping Your Vehicles Clean

Washing Trucks With No Wash Bay

By Jack Jackson

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ecently I met with a trucking company to discuss how vehicles can be cleaned better than existing methods. As with all customers in the trucking industry, the cost of doing business continues to climb in all respects, so we were challenged to solve their washing problem without increasing costs.

When we discussed their wish list it was simple; improve their image with a simpler system.

“Our trucks’ presentation to the public was not up to the standards we wanted”, their president said.

This company did not have a dedicated wash bay, nor could they afford to go to that level. There are space constraints on their property and significant costs to modify the current buildings, which are primarily leased.

We spent an afternoon with them to understand

their business. Trucks arrive back to their distribution facility after delivering to customers all day. The trucks enter into a drive-through area in their facility where a team begins to unload the skids and returned items. The shunter takes the trucks back out to the yard to park for the night. The idea the customer had was to bring the trucks back into the facility during a quiet time, before the night shift begins, and to reload the trucks for the next day deliveries.

The problem was the cost of a staff member and the facility to wash.

The current system of washing in the parking lot is not environmentally suitable and the temperature is not always conducive to outside cleaning. The problem with a mobile wash company providing service is that the parking lot becomes crowded, leaving no room between the trucks for a proper cleaning.

Thirdly, there was not enough time to wash all the trucks by hand during quiet times inside the facility. It would take about 30 minutes to wash one truck, therefore only a maximum of 10 trucks could be washed.

We discussed the possibility of shunter staff washing trucks right

after they are emptied from skids and customer returns. Unfortunately, time was an issue and of course the area cannot be restricted by equipment blocking the flow of forklifts and personnel trying to unload trailers.

We were able to suggest a system that could be used for only 5 min-

utes per truck, conveniently tucked away, and not impede any staff or equipment. This also did not add any cost to the labour. The shunter and staff available during the offloading procedure were sufficient to take a quick 5 minutes to wash the vehicle.

The trucks were then

parked in the parking lot, clean and ready for the night staff to load and for the morning driver to leave the yard with a clean vehicle and positive image of the company.

If you believe there isn’t a way to wash your vehicles today the way you would like, just give us a call. Sometimes out-

side eyes can see the world in a different way.

Awash Systems Corp. is the premier wash design company that solves washing where no one else can. Contact Jack Jackson, President of Awash Systems Corp., 800.265.7405, email jjackson@awashsystems.com or visit www. awashsystems.com.

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April 2015 19

Retread Company Hosts Sudbury TMTA Meeting

By Marek Krasuski

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he Sudbury Chapter of the Transportation Maintenance and Technology Association (TMTA) held its February meeting at the Caruso Club, the organization’s new venue. TMTA president, Stewart McBain opened the meeting following dinner. Awards Officer, Peter McLeod, informed members that winners of apprenticeship awards for first, second and third year apprentices will receive $200, $400 and $600 prizes, respectively, later in the calendar year. Additional awards will be given to parts apprentices of $200 and $400 for first and second year winners. McLeod also reminded drivers to be especially careful during the March break when youngsters would be walking on streets and in playgrounds without

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necessarily paying attention to traffic flows.

Later, McBain reminded attendees that elections would be held in December and encouraged members to offer themselves as candidates at election time. The TMTA always encourages members to play a participatory role in the organization. Following McBain, Carter Elsasser of Wajax Power Systems and TMTA secretary, informed members about essential maintenance practices such as the checking of coolant and oil levels, corrosion and gas leaks.

The evening’s sponsor was Damon White, Ontario Sales Manager for Ironhead Rubber Technologies. The company is focused on providing tire dealers quality retread products combined with industry-leading service.

From the very beginning

Ironhead’s objective has been to create a quality retreading system capable of challenging the very best in the industry, while providing an alternative to the dominant multinational retreaders. Ironhead is well-equipped with a state-of-the-art facility, qualified staff with over 88 years of experience and an advanced retread process to deliver superior products. Within the Ironhead factory, advanced equipment, processes and procedures

are all designed to ensure quality control. Ironhead has designed a plant operating system that tracks each and every tire using bar codes throughout the 11-step retread process.

This system provides the plant manager with an excellent management tool and at the same time offers essential information to customers.

Damon White encouraged fleets to build a retread program with their provider to ensure that casings ready for retread

are for their original intended use. White also pointed out that, contrary to widespread beliefs, retreads are just as safe and durable as new tires, and that tire-related incidents are often the result of improper tire maintenance such as underinflation and overinflation. An overarching retread program would do much to mitigate against premature tire failure.

The Sudbury TMTA is a group of fleet maintenance professionals actively run-

ning 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 Caruso Club. 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 and Manitoulin Island.

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Cross Border Services

Bill C-51 – Anti-Terrorism Act, 2015

By Dawn Truell

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e are all hearing and reading in the news about this new anti-terrorism act that is being dictated, and yes, I said dictated to us. I’ve seen comments in the newspaper quoting government officials saying “the jihadist terrorists have declared war on Canada because they hate our society and our values here”. I often wonder why the government, when they bring out these new Acts, don’t provide the factual infor-

mation about the details of the Act to us citizens.

Everyone is speculating.

What exactly is this Act and does it actually affect all of us? Here are some details about the Act to better inform you.

“An Act to enact the Security of Canada Information Sharing Act and the Secure Air Travel Act, to amend the Criminal Code, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service Act and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and to make related and consequential amendments to other Acts.”

Part 1: Security of Canada Information Sharing Act, authorizing Government of Canada institutions to disclose information to Government of Canada institutions that have jurisdiction or responsibilities in respect of activities that undermine the security of Canada.

Part 2: The Secure Air

Travel Act provides new legislative framework for identifying and responding to persons who may engage in an act that poses a threat to transportation security or who may travel by air for the purpose of committing a terrorism offence. Authorizing the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness to establish a list of such persons and to direct air carriers to take any necessary actions to prevent the commission of such acts. Powers and prohibitions governing the collection, use and disclosure of information in support of its administration and enforcement. Administrative recourse process for listed persons who have been denied transportation in accordance with a direction from the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness and provides appeal procedures for persons affected

by any decision or action taken under that Act. Punishment for contraventions of listed provisions.

Minister of Transport to conduct inspections and issue compliance orders.

Consequential amendments to the Aeronautics Act and the Canada Evidence Act. Part 3: Amends the Criminal Code to keep the peace relating to a terrorist activity or a terrorism offence, extend their duration, provide for new thresholds, authorize a judge to impose sureties and require a judge to consider whether it is desirable to include in a recognizance conditions regarding passports and specified geographic areas, allow hearings to be conducted by video conference and orders to be transferred to a judge in a territorial division other than the one in which the order was made and increase the maximum sentences for breach of those recognizances.

Amends Criminal Code, providing for an offence of knowingly advocating or promoting the commission of terrorism offences in general. It also provides a judge with the power to order the seizure of terrorist propaganda or, if the propaganda is in electronic form, to order the deletion of the propaganda from a computer system.

Amends Criminal Code to provide for the increased protection of witnesses, in particular of persons who play a role in respect

of proceedings involving security information or criminal intelligence information, and makes consequential amendments to other Acts.

Part 4: Amends the Canadian Security Intelligence Service Act to permit the Canadian Security Intelligence Service to take, within and outside Canada, measures to reduce threats to the security of Canada, including measures that are authorized by the Federal Court. Authorizes the Federal Court to make an assistance order to give effect to a warrant issued under that Act. Creates new reporting requirements for the Service and requires the Security Intelligence Review Committee to review the Service’s performance in taking measures to reduce threats to the security of Canada.

Part 5: Amends Divisions 8 and 9 of Part 1 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act to, among other things: (a) Define obligations related to the provision of information in proceedings under that Division 9; (b) Authorize the judge, on the request of the Minister, to exempt the Minister from providing the special advocate with certain relevant information that has not been filed with the Federal Court, if the judge is satisfied that the information does not enable the person named in a certificate to be reasonably informed of the case made by the Minister, and

authorize the judge to ask the special advocate to make submissions with respect to the exemption; and (c) Allow the Minister to appeal, or to apply for judicial review of, any decision requiring the disclosure of information or other evidence if, in the Minister’s opinion, the disclosure would be injurious to national security or endanger the safety of any person.

Our Prime Minister said “almost all Canadians agree” with his government’s position on this.

Keep in mind the U.S.A. has had a similar Bill in effect for many years; this is not new news here.

Basically Bill C-51 gives our CSIS Officers more power to aid in the stopping of any or all terrorism acts and/or plans to commit terrorism acts be it land, sea or air travel.

I’m not saying that I am for or against this new Bill, but I will say this: Would we all not sleep better at night knowing that there is someone out there that has our backs to protect us from potential harm?

Canada is a proud country and does not believe in prejudices.

For further information regarding anti terrorism programs, CTPAT, PIP, FAST, CSA, AEO, EU, please contact Cross Border Services at: www.c-tpat-certified.com, crossborderservices@ cogeco.net, email dawntruell@gmail.com or call 905.973.9136.

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Women In Trucking

Why YOUR Company Needs More Women In Leadership?

By Ellen Voie

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he closer that America comes to fully employing the talents of all its citizens, the greater the output of goods and services will be.” Warren Buffett The Women In Trucking mission includes encouraging the employment of women working in the trucking industry. We understand that there is a need for professional drivers, and women are underrepresented in this area,

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but what about women in management?

You should strive for more women in your leadership roles. Not because it’s the right thing to do, but because it affects your bottom line. Pepperdine University found a correlation between highlevel female executives and business success. The Harvard Business Review reported firms with the best records for promoting women outperform industry medians with overall profits thirty four percent higher. Catalyst research found that companies with the highest representation of women leaders financially outperform, on average, companies with the lowest.

According to the department of labor, women only comprise fourteen percent of management roles in

transportation. Considering that women make up nearly half the labor force, more than half of all bachelor’s degrees, and over fifty percent of management roles on average, why is the trucking industry lagging in diversity?

There are many reasons that can be attributed to the scarcity of women in the C-Suite, but here are a few things to consider when hiring and promoting women at your company.

First, remember that women don’t need “fixing.” What does that mean? Don’t expect women to act like men. Often diversity is about making minorities feel comfortable with the norm. Picture a female airline pilot in a man’s suit and tie and you’ll understand what this means.

Many women feel as if they need to act like men to get ahead. In a study by the British telecommunications firm, 02, twenty five percent of women felt this to be true, and wore slacks instead of skirts so they would be treated seriously. The same study found that half of the women were afraid to show their true emotions at work, and one quarter of the women felt they needed to be ruthless to get respect.

Women avoid power structures and hierarchy, according to Deborah Tannen, in “Talking 9 to 5: Women and Men at Work.” Tannen found that women do not enjoy self-promotion. In fact, a Princeton University Press article states that women do not negotiate salaries or benefits as often as men.

A Proctor & Gamble study found that men typically oversell their abilities while women undersell theirs. Or, as WittenbergCox and Maintland state in “Why Women Mean Business,” men who want power push for it, while women often need to be coaxed.

Research by Hewlett Packard found that men would apply for a position

when they feel they meet sixty percent of the requirements, while women wait to apply when they believe they meet 100 percent of the criteria.

Blame it on testosterone if you wish, but women don’t like promoting themselves, even when they want more responsibility and greater leadership. Women feel that their bosses should be able to identify talent and a woman’s contribution and promote her based on her accomplishments.

Apparently we do have some inherent bias toward the way women should act. Yale Psychologist Victoria Brescoll found that male executives who spoke more often than their peers were rated ten percent higher in competence, while female executives were rated fourteen percent lower in competence, by both men and women!

A famous study at Harvard Business School gave students a case study of a female entrepreneur, Heidi Roizen. Half of the students received the same study with the name Howard instead of Heidi. While both groups found Heidi/ Howard to be competent, Heidi was viewed as “self-

ish” and “not the person you would like to work for” by both male and female students.

How can your company ensure greater diversity and avoid some of these limiting practices? Value women’s contributions (team building, collaboration) and reconsider what characteristics you are looking for in a leader. Create a gender-neutral environment, and identify and promote more women into management roles.

Make your current CEO team accountable for promoting women and set targets for future hires and promotions.

When possible, offer networking and mentoring opportunities for the women in your current and future management team.

Make sure your current female leaders are visible as well.

You know that creating a more diverse leadership team is the right thing to do and you know that it can increase your company’s profits as well. Let’s see if we can move beyond fourteen percent in the coming year and change the image of the trucking industry into one more welcoming for women.

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Ontario Trucking Association

Operation Upgrade Survey Update: The Good & Bad Part I

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ruck drivers say that many shipping facilities need to do a better job of turning around drivers in a reasonable timeframe and removing waste from the system. They also indicate they value preferred shippers who do a good job providing an environment

free of harassment and discrimination when picking up freight.

Those are two initial takeaways from the Ontario Trucking Association’s Operation Upgrade campaign, a North America-wide survey launched last month that identifies the strongest and weakest

links in the supply chain by allowing drivers and carriers to assign scores to shippers and consignees based on their interactions and treatment of truck drivers at their facilities.

The survey will run for a minimum of six months.

In the meantime, OTA will provide periodic updates

on the survey results as they come in. Here are a few observations from the first month: So far, there is a near even split between the number of “good” or “preferred” shippers labelled by drivers as Honour Roll candidates and those marked as Detention Hall candi-

dates (shippers who need to improve their driver relations).

“Providing an environment free of harassment and discrimination,” stands out as the top attribute of the “good” shippers rated.

Allowing access to shipper facilities/washrooms is the second highest attribute ranked. Alternatively, “bad” shippers or receivers have the lowest scores in the categories relating to retention times, the responsiveness of dockworkers, and honouring appointment times. Those subpar customers also didn’t fare well when it came to harassment issues.

Overall, 72 percent of customers that qualified as “good” were shippers, while only 20 percent were receivers/consignees.

The reverse is true when

looking at “bad” customers. Over half (54%) of those are receivers/consignees and only 35% are shippers.

Among Honour Roll-type companies, DCs and Warehouses exhibited a fairly strong showing, representing 36% and 40% of facility types, respectively.

Retail locations are noticeably lagging at only 5% of “good” customers. DCs, however, also made up 55% of the “bad” facilities being identified by drivers.

At the conclusion of the survey later this year, the complete results will be analyzed and published in a final report to the industry.

Carriers, if you haven’t sent your drivers the survey and asked them to take part yet, please go to ontruck. org/shippersurvey.

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TransCore Link Logistics

Scholarship Program Accepting Applications for 2015/2016

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he TransCore Link Logistics LinkScholar Program returns for its second year, helping those graduating high-school students affiliated with the Canadian transportation industry pursue post-secondary education.

The LinkScholar program provides two $2,500 scholarship awards that can be applied toward tuition fees at a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution. The mission of the program is to identify high-potential, young people who may benefit from financial assistance in order to achieve their educational and future career objectives.

“After receiving a lot of positive feedback and interest following the launch of last year’s program, we are very excited to provide this scholarship oppor-

tunity once again,” says Claudia Milicevic, Senior Director and General Manager of TransCore Link Logistics. “We are committed to giving back to the community and helping these young students realize their dreams.”

Students interested in applying can find out more information and download an application form by visiting http:// transcore.ca/giving-backcommunity. The deadline to submit applications is June 15, 2015.

TransCore Link Logistics anticipates broad interest in the program and encourages students to start gathering requirements early.

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

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New Products & Services

ITR Canada Inc.

Global Leader in GPS Tracking & Telematics Solutions

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exxar Systems is a global leader in GPS tracking and telematics solutions. With over 100,000 live activations and a customer base of more than 3,000 clients in 25 countries, Vexxar provides industry leading hardware and software solutions for vehicle and asset tracking, fleet management, data analysis, safety reporting and remote security monitoring.

Designed, developed and manufactured in Europe, Vexxar is powered by the Positrex System with a 25 year track record in the industry. As Europe’s leading provider of GPS, GSM and wireless communication technologies, Positrex offers solutions that service a wide range of industries and sectors.

Vexxar delivers a robust, customizable and scal-

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able technology, at an average cost of 30% less than the competition. Recently launched in North America, Vexxar Systems is rapidly expanding and has gained notoriety for being a superior product choice and is used in small, medium and large commercial and passenger vehicle fleets.

Ve x x a r h a s s e v e r a l unique value propositions over the competition including an industry leading 20 second reporting time, global SIM, data storage and live retrieval for a period of three years.

With options ranging from basic GPS tracking to CAN-Bus integration to wireless solutions and reefer integration, Vexxar is quickly becoming recognized as a company that builds and installs custom solutions based

on specific customer needs, regardless of the size of the fleet.

With over 500 live activations in the first 30 days of their Canadian launch, Vexxar Systems is poised to displace and debunk long standing competitors and is on track to make a serious dent in the crowded GPS tracking and telematics sector. Engineers from the Europe head office have stated that Positrex is currently developing 6 revolutionary sensors to be integrated by the end of 2015. These include patented technologies that will deliver live data into the system, allowing for monitoring of crucial parameters such as individual axle load, slack adjuster tension, wheel deviation, tire pressure monitoring, remote idle

management and remote starter capabilities all incorporated into the current Vexxar platform and available through any web enabled device in real time.

As technology evolves,

more companies are utilizing advanced wireless solutions to enhance their fleet and asset management capabilities. Vexxar Systems is well positioned to take the lead in shaping the future of tracking,

telematics, maintenance and safety solutions and will likely dictate what the landscape looks like in the next 12 to 24 months.

For more information call Murray Hutchinson at 416.989.4394.

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Big Truck Guide

Truck Regulations Made Easier

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ig Truck Guide has launched a membership area that makes it easy for transportation professionals to find the most efficient truck to use for their load, and provides drivers a clear information source for complicated truck size and weight regulations.

The idea for the service started when Paul Jakubicek, the founder of Big Truck Guide, was working for a large Canadian flatbed company in Ontario.

He saw how complicated truck regulations could get. Different axle configurations, manufacturers’ specifications and state and provincial regulations all had to be followed, but there was no easy way of finding the regulations. Also, he grew tired of hearing from people in the industry that regulations are too complicated to be explained to drivers and shippers easily. Yes, regulations are complicated but if your cell phone can talk to you, why can’t you get a straight answer to a question like how much a 6 axle truck can gross in Maine? (100,000 lbs) Regulations listed in other sources simply reproduce the legal code and documents that restrict the size and weight of vehicles and are written in legal-talk. Big Truck Guide took these regula-

tions and applied them to 27 different truck combinations that are commonly used on the roads today. To keep the information applicable to most loads, only regulations concerning divisible loads are listed on the website.

Why identify specific truck types? Because weight and dimension limits are different depending on axle configurations, and vehicle lengths. For example, a 5 axle semi truck combination is controlled differently if it has spread axles or a normal tandem axle group on the trailer. Depending on the type of axle group, trailer length restric-

tions a r e different, and in Western Canada allowable weights are reduced on a truck with spread tandems.

You can find detailed information on each truck type including each truck’s gross weight maximums, axle weight maximums, and dimension restrictions. If you ever wanted to see a list of maximum trailer lengths in each

state and province there is now an easy map to view. If you want to know how much you can put on a quad axle group in Michigan, simply choose the “Semi Truck with a 4 Axle Trailer” in the drop down menu. The ability to compare regulations on one platform helps carriers be more compliant and shippers be more effective.

The basic information describing a 5 axle semi truck is available for free, and many drivers use this to check their compliance with regulations.

Access to the comprehensive regulation list is available through the new paid membership site. One free tool that has been popular with drivers has been the ‘kingpin to rear axle’ lookup, where drivers can see what the maximum distance allowable is in each state and province.

Maps of gross weight maximums by state are useful for carriers and shippers to see what the different gross weights available are for a particular truck type. Carriers and shippers can now access this information through the membership service available on www. bigtruckguide.com/.

For further information contact Paul Jakubicek at paul@bigtruckguide. com or on the phone at 716.406.4614.

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New Products & Services

Express Waybill

Express Waybill Simplifies Operations With Innovative Trucking Dispatch Software

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s managing your daily operations too timeconsuming for your already busy schedule?

Express Waybill trucking dispatch software could be the solution you’re looking for!

Express Waybill is an innovative trucking dispatch system, a driver and fleet management tool, and an invoicing system adapted for the trucking business.

Included is a free mobile app (iOS and Android) for your drivers.

What You Will Get: Real-Time Trucking Dispatch – Easily dispatch orders by making appointments. View available drivers and fleet. Add movements to your orders as they happen.

Orders Management – Your order history is kept by an order management system. Advanced order search engine with 12 search criteria.

Invoicing System – Create invoices from your delivered waybills and keep track of your customer payments. Print and send PDF invoices.

Address Book – Keep your customers’ contact details and frequent routes on hand in safe, organized fashion.

Drivers & Fleet Management – Driver license expiration and truck & trailer inspection date notifications.

Reports – Bookkeeping, profit/loss & operations reports.

Multi Office – Express Waybill works for multiple offices.

We Speak With Benefits Our main advantage over the competition is the 100% web-based software (it can be installed on your own server) and the free mobile app for drivers. Fully

mobile device and view the signature instantly on the dispatcher’s screen.

The xDriver app can be used only with a valid and active driver account from the Express Waybill web application.

We take pride in the Dedicated Support we offer

integrated with Express Waybill trucking dispatch, the xDriver mobile app makes it easier and quicker to deliver information to your drivers. Get your customer’s signature (as Proof of Delivery) on the driver’s

which includes an on-app support email ticketing system, on-site personnel training and/or video remote support, plus a 24/7 emergency phone number you can call. Additional benefits include: 30-day

free trial, 3 full months of free dedicated support, 10 to 20 hours of personnel in-house training (or by phone/screen share), value-added integrations – PostEverywhere.com and PC*Miler, free and continuous feature upgrades, and a daily backup of your data.

Our Current Promotion Get 30% off, three months of free dedicated support and two installments (if purchased during trial period).

Who Are We? Express Waybill was created by Loginet Solutions Inc., a software company that offers cost-effective and time-saving solutions for other trucking companies like yours: domains and web hosting, business

websites, e-commerce custom solutions, credit card payments processing integration, search engine optimization, and Internet marketing.

From its start in 2005, Loginet Solutions has since developed a multi-service approach for trucking businesses, offering additional services such as business website creation and printing options. In time, we specialized in software for transport companies.

For more information, call us toll free at 888.564.4638. Locally call us at 514.692.8095 or 514.975.4220. You can also visit our website www. expresswaybill.com. Drop by and see us at ExpoCam 2015, Booth #9139.

longitude on the raw video, it will allow for dynamic Google Map viewing of where your vehicle is as the video is being recorded.

No more ‘he said, she said’ scenarios if you are involved in or witness an accident – with video evidence available, you will be able to put the situation in proper perspective for law

enforcement, training and insurance personnel. If a picture says a thousand words, a video says a million. Get your DiCAN dash cam today!

Call DiCAN at 866.884.7569, visit our website at www.dicaninc.com or email info@ dicaninc.com for more information.

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DiCAN Inc.

Video Says a Million Words!

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hey’re out there, bad drivers, lurking in your blind spot, driving distracted, crossing multiple lanes, cutting you off, slamming on their brakes, yacking on their phones and potentially causing a wave of near misses or accidents in their path. Protect yourself from the liability issues these drivers present with the DiCAN in-vehicle dash camera.

The benefits of covering your assets with video surveillance are many: Reduced liability, driver training, increased accountability, reduced exposure to insurance fraud and unnecessary premium increases, etc. One DiCAN dash cam customer reported, “Since the cameras have been installed we have captured a head on collision involving our snow plow (data confirmed our operator’s accounting of what happened), a vehicle rollover as a result of excessive speed (driver of vehicle neglected to

share this detail in their statement to the police) and numerous other collisions. In one instance, following receipt of notice of pending civil action, our video data in support of the road conditions stopped the claim before the County needed to retain outside legal representation.”

The DiCAN dash cam is

low profile, quickly mounts inside your vehicle on the front windshield with a suction cup mount and records what’s happening in front of you in full HD quality video (up to 2560x1080 resolution, 160 degree viewing angle). Video files are stored on a 32GB MicroSD card and are nonproprietary (.mp4 file type)

so they can be played back using most video playback software (i.e.: Windows Media Player, Quicktime, VLC, etc.) – no proprietary software required. Using the software that comes with the camera, users can take advantage of the GPS logging feature. The GPS logging feature not only stamps the latitude and

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DashCam

If a picture is worth a thousand words... a video is worth a million.

4 160 degree wide angle lens 4 Up to 2560 x 1080 HD resolution 4 2.7” high res LCD screen 4 Generic .mp4 video files 4 GPS logging

www.dicaninc.com

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New Products & Services

Mack Trucks

Natural Gas-Powered Pinnacle™ Now Equipped with UltraShift PLUS & Wingman® Advanced™

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reensboro, North Carolina – Responding to customer demand, Mack Trucks now offers natural gas-powered versions of its Mack® Pinnacle™ models with the Eaton UltraShift PLUS transmission and Bendix ® Wingman ® Advanced™ collision mitigation technology.

“Our customers told us they wanted the option of an automated transmission, as well as the benefits of Wingman Advanced safety technology

in the natural gas Pinnacle model,” said Stephen Roy, President of Mack Trucks North America.

“In response, we’ve expanded our offer to ensure we satisfy these requirements.”

Equipped with the Cummins Westport ISX12 G natural gas engine, Mack Pinnacle models can run on either compressed natural gas (CNG) or liquefied natural gas (LNG). The maintenance-free after treatment system, combined with low-cost nat-

ural gas, reduces vehicle lifecycle costs and thereby improves customers’ return on investment.

The Wingman Advanced system provides adaptive cruise control with braking that actively intervenes to help drivers maintain a safe following distance by reducing the throttle; engaging the engine retarder; or, if necessary, applying the foundation brakes.

For more information visit our website at www. macktrucks.com.

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Mack Trucks now offers its Mack® Pinnacle™ with the Eaton UltraShift PLUS transmission and Bendix® Wingman® Advanced™ collision mitigation technology.

Beka-Lube Products Inc.

Compact Pump Designed for Compact Equipment Assures Fleet Uptime

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ississauga, Ontario – The Beka-Lube Products Inc. PICO Central Lubrication Pump has been the trusted response to the industry’s request for a reliable automated lubrication system for compact equipment. According to Jacquie McDo u gal l , Presi dent o f Beka-Lube Products, “It is the compact, automated pump that fits right in where others can’t.”

Rated to operate in temperatures from – 13 to 158 degrees F (-25 to +70 degrees C), the PICO pump is the all-season lubrication solution that will provide your trucks, com-

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pact wheel loaders, track and skid steer loaders and compact equipment including mini excavators, forklifts and telehandlers longer life with no unscheduled downtime due to lubrication issues.

The pump comes with metered grease servicing for up to 8 grease points and distribution blocks are available. A built-in shutdown protects the pump and your equipment in case the grease reservoir runs low.

Designed and built by BEKA, a world leader in aftermarket and OEM automated lubrication systems, the PICO pump features a powerful drive

that fits into spaces up to 60% smaller than comparable pumps and is

easily installed in the engine compartment. It is electronically-driven and is available in 24V or 12V models and comes with or without integrated controls.

BEKA is today’s leading global brand of automatic lubrication systems for industrial, over-the-road and off-road applications.

Since 1927, BEKA has been trusted by equipment manufacturers and owners for high quality innovative central lubrication systems. Across Canada, Beka-Lube Products Inc. and its dealer network delivers on the BEKA promise of environmentally friendly, troublefree products that increase

component life, reduce repair costs and increase the value of your equipment.

We measure our success by your up-time.

For more information about Beka-Lube Products Inc., contact Jacquie McDougall, President, 888.862.7461 or visit www.beka-lube. com.

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New Products & Services

Volvo Trucks

Volvo Introduces I-Shift Transmission for Severe-Duty Applications

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o l v o Tr u c k s i n North America has introduced a rugged version of the Volvo I-Shift automated manual transmission for severe-duty applications.

The reinforced I-Shift for severe-duty (SD) applications will be available for order in May in Volvo VHD vocational models. The I-Shift for severe duty is designed for on- and offroad work in construction and other applications requiring frequent shifting.

The introduction of the IShift for severe-duty applications continues Volvo’s leadership in transmission technology that began in 2007 when Volvo became the first OEM to bring an integrated automated manual transmission to the North American market. A record 75 percent of Volvo trucks sold in

2014 were spec’d with an I-Shift transmission. The I-Shift SD is available on VHD models powered by the Volvo D11 and D13 engines and is standard on VHD models at a certain weight rating.

“With this new rugged Volvo I-Shift, we now offer the efficiency and productivity benefits of our automated manual transmission and integrated powertrain to customers operating in tough vocational applications while providing improved uptime and longer component life,” said Göran Nyberg, President of Volvo Trucks North America.

“Volvo Trucks is committed to delivering solutions tailored to our customers’ specific applications.”

Engineered for a wide range of vocational applications like construction,

oil field, logging, snow plow or heavy haul, the Volvo VHD offers an easily customizable chassis.

The VHD family includes the VHD 200 day cab and VHD 430 with a 42-inch flat roof sleeper, and both models are available in axle forward and axle back configurations.

Gears and other hardware in the severe-duty I-Shift have been hardened to withstand frequent shifting in a rugged operating environment. In addition to the hardened gears, this version features a high-range hardened cone, improved split synchronizer components and main box parts fashioned from reinforced material.

The I-Shift SD uses higher-viscosity oil that allows for operation at a higher ambient temperature, and

it features a new transmission cooler mounted to the transmission. Reduced oil line length and quick disconnect fittings improve serviceability since there is no need to drain oil in order to service or remove the transmission.

“The heavier loads, uneven terrain and frequent shifting typical of heavy-duty vocational duty cycles require a more rugged transmission,” said Chris Stadler, Volvo Trucks Regional Haul Marketing Manager. “The reinforced components and improved serviceability of the I-Shift for severe-duty applications translate to lower maintenance costs and more time on the worksite producing revenue. The transmission also offers customers a broader payload range, which can help enhance the truck’s profitability and versatility.”

The reinforced I-Shift will be standard on VHD

The rugged version of the Volvo I-Shift automated manual transmission features hardened gears and other hardware to improve durability in tough on- and off-road applications requiring frequent shifting. The new reinforced version of the Volvo I-Shift automated manual transmission for severe-duty applications will be available in Volvo VHD vocational truck models beginning with May orders and will be standard on VHD straight trucks and tractors at or above certain weight ratings. models with heavier weight ratings - straight trucks rated at 66,000 lbs. GVWR or higher and tractors rated at 125,000 lbs. GCWR or higher. For lighter-weight applications, VHD customers can

select this version of the I-Shift SD as an option.

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

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LITE-CHECK

New Verifier Trailer Inspection System

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ITE-CHECK is announcing the new VERIFIER trailer inspection system using the VERIFIER Tablet. This distinctive trailer interface will test and record the operating systems (lights, brakes, ABS) system data, and save to a file. An app listing the physical DOT inspection items will direct the operator to record conditions and photos on the VERIFIER Tablet. The trailer file will be transmitted to the office server for processing.

The LITECHECK process

will provide a ‘verifiable’ file recording the trailer VIN, operator, location, time/date, along with the trailer information required for a DOT trailer report. This easy process eliminates errors and provides a valuable data base for your trailer fleet

management.

The VERIFIER can be used as an inspection device and maintenance tool. If trailer repairs are required, make repairs on the spot and retest for a final report. The VERIFIER is designed for either mobile or shop use requiring 12 vdc power and 120 psi air for operation.

The VERIFIER eliminates guess work while improving productivity, producing a quality repair, and meeting compliance with a saved record.

See how a report is generated at www. lite-check. com.

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Tires & Wheels

Tires & Wheels – Retread Tire Association

Have Questions About Retreads? We Have Answers

By Harvey Brodsky

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. Do any standards, federal or industry; govern the safety and quality of retreads?

A. Yes. Retreaded passenger car tires are manufactured according to standards established by the U.S. Department of Transportation and must carry a

code number in the tire’s sidewall indicating when and where the retreaded tire was manufactured.

Retreaded truck tires must also carry a DOT code number.

Q. Can radial tires be retreaded?

A. Yes. Steel belted as well as non-steel belted radial tires can be retreaded, both in truck and passenger tires.

Q. Are retreads as safe as comparable new tires?

A. Yes. U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) data show that nearly all tires involved in any tire related accidents were underinflated or bald. Properly maintained tires – both new and retreaded – do not cause accidents. Retreaded

tires have been safely used by school buses, commercial and military airlines, fire engines and other emergency vehicles, as well as size trucks, taxis, racecars and passenger vehicles for years. There is no evidence that indicates retreads are less safe than new tires.

Q. Can retreads be driven at highway speeds?

A. Yes. Retreaded tires can be driven at the same speeds as comparable new tires with no loss in safety, handling or comfort.

Q. What causes tire debris (rubber on the road) on our highways?

A. Rubber on the road comes from both new tires and retreads. Nearly all rubber on the road comes

from truck tires and is caused by underinflation, overloading, mismatching of tires in dual wheel positions and tire abuse, as opposed to poor product quality. To blame retreads for rubber on the road is the same as blaming a vehicle for an accident caused by a drunk driver.

The blame is simply misplaced.

Q. Are there any driving conditions where retreads should not be driven?

A. No. A retreaded tire can be driven in any conditions a new tire can be driven.

Q. Are warranties offered with retreaded tires?

A. Yes. In fact most retreaded tires generally will carry a more extensive

warranty than a comparable new tire.

Q. How long will retreads last?

A. With proper care and maintenance, a retreaded tire can provide the same amount of service and tire life as a comparable new tire.

Q. What are some of the economic benefits of retreaded tires?

A. Passenger tire retreads can save a motorist about 25 to 30 percent over the cost of a comparable new tire. Savings on truck tires are greater. The cost of freight hauled by trucks would be significantly higher if it were not for retreaded tires.

Q. How about the environmental benefits of-

fered by retreaded tires?

A. A retreaded tire is a recycled tire. Millions of worn tires can be saved from the scrap pile every year to help produce a safe and dependable product for motorists while also providing serious economic savings. Retreading makes this possible.

Since tires contain a large percentage of synthetic oil, which is petroleum based, the retread industry is responsible for saving the planet hundreds of millions of gallons of oil every year. Retreading is truly recycling!

For more information about the economic and environmental benefits of retreading, please visit www.retreadtire.org.

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Michelin & FIA

Teen Tire Safety Awareness Grant Recipient Announced

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iami, Florida Michelin and Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) announced at the Formula E Miami ePrix that ADTSEA (the American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association) is the winner of a $100,000 Michelin/FIA Teen Road Safety Grant.

Automobile accidents are the No. 1 killer of teens in America, with more than 5,000 deaths each year. Of the 2.2 million vehicle accidents taking place annually, 12 percent are among inexperienced drivers and involve tire-related issues such as insufficient tire tread or improperly inflated tires. In addition to this

grant, Michelin and FIA are making resources available at beyondthedrivingtest.com to help teens and parents brush up on their car and tire maintenance skills.

The grant program is a significant new initiative to improve the safety of teen drivers by teaching proper tire maintenance.

In addition to continuing the goals of Michelin’s Beyond the Driving Test campaign, this first year of the program celebrates the North American debut of the FIA-sanctioned Formula E Championship in Miami and Long Beach, California, by helping to create a lasting legacy in those communities. For-

General Tire

“100 Years of Reliability”

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ort Mill, South Carolina - Tradition-rich U.S. tire brand General Tire is celebrating its centennial. The company traces its origins to Akron, Ohio, where William F. O’Neill and his partner Winfred E. Fouse had the idea of producing superior quality tires. At the time, there were more than 300 companies making tires in the USA. But unlike their competitors, from the beginning the two partners put their faith in high qual-

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ity and focused at first on the truck market. Here they pioneered an oversized pneumatic tire called the General Jumbo. Back in those days, trucks ran on solid rubber tires and the pneumatic tire was an innovation that soon caught on. A nationwide team of loyal, competent and independent dealers grew and became successful.

General Tire innovations also made inroads into the automobile market in the mid-1920s with the release

of General Balloon Jumbo tires for cars.

As the 1930s approached, General Tire was the largest truck tire manufacturer in the USA, with a range that included a full line of pneumatic tires.

By the end of the decade, every major U.S. truck builder had General Tire on its approved original equipment list.

In the 1940s, General Tire opened of a state-ofthe-art tire plant in Waco, Texas.

In the mid-1950s the tire manufacturer entered the original equipment market for car tires.

In recognition of the centennial celebration, the next generation of General truck tires will launch at the MATS show in Louisville, Kentucky on March 26 - 28th, 2015. Show attendees are invited to come to the Continental booth, #18252, to see these tires and ask questions about their engineering features.

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mula E is the highest class of competition for electrically powered cars.

ADTSEA is the professional association representing traffic safety educators throughout the United States and abroad.

It was chosen to receive the entire $100,000 in grant funding for its proposal to develop a tire safety and maintenance training module and deliver the instruction as part of a one-day workshop for 200 driver education instructors in Miami and Long Beach. This workshop will also be delivered at ADTSEA’s national conference in July which hundreds of instructors are expected to attend.

The one-day sessions will focus on how to teach tire

safety and maintenance and how to incorporate this training module into the ADTSEA 3.0 Driver Education Curriculum.

Participants will receive a free copy of the curriculum, including lesson plans, learning activities, visuals and videos - customized with Michelin tire safety materials. As part of the session, hands-on activities will “teach the teachers” how to check tire pressure, tread depth and tire condition. Teachers will be encouraged to take this information back to their own communities and conduct workshops for other teachers. The tire safety and maintenance module will be available on the ADTSEA website for free download.

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Section FranÇaise

Expéditrans Solution.com Inc.

Inscription au Nouveau Service

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otre site web est conçu afin de relier directement les transporteurs et les expéditeurs.

Il n’y a aucun appel téléphonique nécessaire et aucune perte de temps à la négociation de prix.

EXPÉDITEUR Vous aurez simplement

qu’à inscrire votre marchandise sur le site et recevoir les soumissions directement des transporteurs. Vous recevrez plusieurs prix de différents transporteurs et pourrez consulter la cote de rendement laissée par les autres expéditeurs lors des transports précédents. Vous

aurez donc l’opportunité de choisir votre transporteur selon vos propres critères.

En éliminant les intermédiaires, cela représente une économie possible de 5% à 20% sur vos factures de transport.

TRANSPORTEUR Une recherche rapide sur notre site vous permet

de visualiser toutes les demandes de transport de marchandise se trouvant à proximité de votre ou vos camion(s).

Nous vous offrons l’opportunité de soumissionner sur toutes les marchandises qui vous intéressent au taux qui vous convient et vous pou-

vez également consulter la cote de rendement de l’expéditeur laissée par les transporteurs précédents.

En éliminant les intermédiaires, vous avez la possibilité de recevoir un revenu plus avantageux et bénéficierez également d’une réduction du délai d’attente de paiement pour vos ser-

vices puisque l’expéditeur pour paye directement.

Nous offrons une autre solution!

Facile - rapide - efficace Pour plus d’informations, veuillez communiquer avec nous: 866.539.7911 / Courriel : info@expeditranssolution. com.

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Groupe Morneau

Le Groupe Morneau se dote d’un nouveau terminal à Anjou

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’est en compagnie de monsieur Luis Miranda, maire de l’arrondissement d’Anjou, monsieur Aref Salem, membre du comité exécutif et responsable du transport de la Ville de Montréal, madame Paulina Ayala, députée fédérale de la circonscript i o n H o n o r é - M e r c i e r, monsieur Alain Dulong, président de la Chambre de commerce de l’Est de Montréal, madame Julie Labrecque, présidentedirectrice générale du Regroupement des jeunes chambres de commerce du Québec, monsieur Marc Cadieux, présidentdirecteur général de l’Association du camionnage du Québec et de monsieur Jacques Laflèche, président de l’Association des industriels d’Anjou que le Groupe Morneau procédait le jeudi 12 mars à l’inauguration officielle de son tout nouveau terminal de transport à Anjou (Montréal), un in-

vestissement privé pour l’entreprise familiale représentant plus de 25 millions de dollars. D’une superficie de 105 000 pieds carrés, ce bâtiment de 82 portes (quais de transbordement) permettra le transit de plus de 500 voyages de marchandises au quotidien.

L’emplacement du terminal, situé à la jonction des autoroutes 40 et 25, permettra également à l’entreprise de développer avec encore plus de vigueur ses activités sur l’ensemble du territoire québécois, mais également à travers l’Ontario.

Véritable plaque tournante entre les marchés de l’Est du Canada, des grandes régions du Québec et de Mississauga (Ontario), ce nouveau terminal regroupera sous un même toit les activités des divisions Morneau Transport, Morneau Solution, Morneau Sego et Morneau Global. « Grâce à cette ouverture,

nous pouvons désormais asseoir notre expertise sur des bases encore plus solides en offrant à notre clientèle le plus important terminal de transport LTL au Québec. Plus de 10 000 palettes par jour pourront être manipulées dans cet espace conçu pour réduire au minimum le risque de bris de marchandises.

Ainsi, nous maintenons des scores quasi inégalés en matière de taux de réclamation, soit moins de 0,5%, et ce, au grand bénéfice de l’ensemble de notre clientèle », explique M. André Morneau, président du Groupe Morneau. « Dans un territoire aussi vaste que le nôtre, la question du transport est vitale pour notre économie et pour l’approvisionnement de nombreuses communautés. Je tiens donc à féliciter Groupe Morneau pour sa capacité à innover et à s’adapter aux besoins de ses clients depuis plus de 70 ans », a déclaré M. Jacques Daoust, min-

istre de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et des Exportations. « L’implantation d’un des plus vastes terminaux de transport de la province par le Groupe Morneau, un leader incontestable dans son secteur d’activité, est une excellente et réjouissante nouvelle pour la métropole et son économie, ainsi que pour la communauté des affaires. L’évènement d’aujourd’hui démontre le grand dynamisme - et la réussite - d’une entreprise phare dans son domaine, et met en lumière aussi le dynamisme d’un important pôle commercial et industriel de l’Est de l’île de Montréal », mentionne M. Aref Salem, responsable du transport au comité exécutif de la Ville de Montréal. « Il est pour nous un privilège d’accueillir une entreprise de l’envergure de Groupe Morneau. C’est toute la communauté d’affaires qui se réjouit

de cette ouverture qui contribue à la vitalité de l’économie de l’Est de Montréal », clame M. Alain Dulong, président de la Chambre de commerce de l’Est de Montréal. « C’est un jour important pour cette entreprise familiale qui a contribué et soutenu le développement économique aux quatre coins du Québec. Le RJCCQ souligne l’importance de soutenir l’accroissement des PME d’ici comme le Groupe Morneau pour l’emploi qu’elles créent et leurs contributions à l’économie québécoise », souligne Mme Julie Labrecque, présidentedirectrice générale du Regroupement des jeunes chambres de commerce du Québec. « L’ A s s o c i a t i o n d u camionnage du Québec est fière de saluer l’inauguration du nouveau terminal de transport du Groupe Morneau à Anjou.

Cette entreprise familiale, pionnière de l’industrie du

transport routier de marchandises fait rayonner le Québec partout sur le continent par son dynamisme et sa passion pour son métier », ajoute M. Marc Cadieux, présidentdirecteur général de l’Association du camionnage du Québec. « BDC est fier d’être un partenaire de longue date du Groupe Morneau et d’avoir travaillé en étroite collaboration avec le Groupe, ainsi que la Banque Nationale du Canada et Investissement Québec dans la mise en œuvre de votre important projet dans l’Est de Montréal », renchérit M. François-Xavier Lemay, Directeur, Centre d’affaires à la Banque de développement du Canada.

L’entreprise tient à remercier ses partenaires financiers, dont la Banque Nationale du Canada, la Banque de développement du Canada et Investissement Québec.

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Gouvernement du Nouveau-Brunswick

Limitations de poids au printemps sur les routes

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redericton, NouveauBrunswick - Les limitations de poids au printemps applicables à la circulation des camions entreront en vigueur à minuit, le dimanche 15 mars, partout au Nouveau-

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Brunswick et resteront en vigueur jusqu’à minuit, le dimanche 10 mai, dans le sud de la province et jusqu’à minuit, le dimanche 17 mai, dans le nord de la province.

Ces dates peuvent changer selon les condi-

tions météorologiques.

Aux fins de l’application des limitations de poids, le nord du Nouveau-Brunswick comprend: • le territoire englobant les comtés de Northumberland, Gloucester, Res-

tigouche, Madawaska et Victoria; • le tronçon de la route 108 dans le comté de York; • le tronçon du chemin Gordon Vale et du chemin Holtville dans le comté de York;

• le tronçon de la route 123 situé dans le comté de Sunbury et le comté de Queens; • le tronçon du chemin Bloomfield Ridge entre le chemin Holtville et la route 625; et

• le tronçon de la route 625 entre le chemin Gordon Vale et la route 8.

Un avis final sera diffusé avant le 15 mars, et une liste détaillée des routes visées sera disponible en ligne à ce moment.

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Section FranÇaise

Huile et produits de lubrification

L’importance des huiles et lubrifiants de qualité pour un fonctionnement efficace Par Marek Krasuski

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es huiles moteurs haute performance ont considérablem e n t é v o l u é, s u r t o u t depuis l’introduction de nouvelles régulations sur les émissions. Suite à la découverte que du soufre, de la suie et du phosphore s’accumulent dans les filtres à particules de diésel, les fabricants de moteur et l’industrie de l’huile se sont alliés pour développer de nouvelles normes pour les huiles CJ-4. Ces produits génèrent moins de soufre, de suie et de phosphore, ce qui aide à allonger l’espérance de vie des filtres à particules de diésel (FPD).

Les fabricants et distributeurs d’huiles et de lubrifiants continuent à raffiner la qualité de leurs produits pour se conformer aux demandes toujours plus exigeantes de l’industrie.

Cependant, malgré ces efforts, il leur faut se battre contre des éléments au sein de l’industrie qui nuisent à leur réputation acquise de haute lutte, notamment dans le secteur des additifs et des agents de conditionnement. Il y a des fournisseurs d’additifs et d’agents de conditionnement qui promettent de façon mensongère d’énormes économies d’essences.

Cela dit, il peut y avoir d’excellents produits pour maximiser le rendement énergétique, particulièrement par temps froid, en éliminant l’eau qui se condense dans le moteur et mène à la gélification, une moindre pression et une perte de puissance motrice. Les agents de conditionnement débarrassent aussi le carburant des impuretés qui s’y accumulent inévitablement à moment donné entre son extraction initiale et sa livraison finale dans les stations de ravitaillement. Les particules s’accumulent dans les filtres, et, avec le temps,

forment une couche de vernis sur les parois intérieures du système de carburant, ce qui compromet la performance du moteur.

Différents clients requièrent différentes huiles. Les décisions d’achat sont gouvernées par les conditions d’opération de chaque client. Est-ce qu’ils font du long ou court courrier? Est-ce qu’ils louent leurs camions? Est-ce plus important d’allonger l’espérance de vie de la flotte ou de réduire les frais d’opération? Les réponses à ces questions dictent les décisions d’achat.

Le climat détermine aussi les préférences en huiles. De basses températures exigent des marques avec une moindre viscosité. Plus il fait froid, plus l’huile devrait être fine. Avec des huiles plus fines, il faut moins de temps pour chauffer le moteur. De plus, moins de carburant est requis, les moteurs roulent mieux dans des climats plus arides, et la durée de vie du moteur est allongée. Les niveaux de viscosité sont indiqués par des nombres. Plus le nombre est petit - 5 W 40 par exemple - plus l’huile est fine.

La plupart des clients préfèrent les huiles synthétiques. Les produits synthétiques, contrairement aux huiles de moteurs traditionnelles à base de minéraux, sont faites à parti du même brut que celui qui est extrait des profondeurs de la terre.

La différence est dans le processus. Les produits synthétiques subissent un processus de raffinement plus avancé, ce qui mène à moins d’impuretés. Un produit plus pur protège mieux le moteur et mène à une meilleure performance. Les huiles minérales sont généralement plus épaisses et forcent les moteurs à travailler plus fort et moins efficacement.

Une huile plus fine, par conséquent, permet au moteur d’atteindre une performance optimale plus rapidement. Des niveaux réduits d’impuretés, notamment de soufre et d’hydrocarbures instables signifient un produit plus propre et sain pour l’environnement.

Imperial Oil fournit une gamme de produits Mobil Delvac pour l’industrie du camionnage intensif, offrant plusieurs huiles de moteur et de transmission qui, selon l’entreprise, améliorent la performance des moteurs et motopropulseurs. L’huile de moteur synthétique Mobil Delvac 1 ESP 0 W- 4 0 , p a r e x e m p l e, protège contre l’usure du moteur, est conçue pour des démarrages en climat froid, et adapté aux moteurs à faibles émissions, y-compris ceux avec des FPD. Les fluides de transmission, comme le fluide synthétique 50 et le ATF réduisent l’usure et étendent la durée de vie des rouages grâce à l’excellence de leur capacité de charge, de leur protection anti-usure et de leur performance EP. Pour plus d’informations, visitez www.mobil.ca.

Shell Rotella offre un produit synthétique que l’entreprise décrit comme la meilleure huile de moteur jamais élaborée, conçue spécialement pour les camionneurs. L’huile synthétique Shell Rotella T6 protège en limitant jusqu’à 36 pourcent de l’accumulation de suie, aidant l’huile à couler librement dans des conditions météorologiques froides. (Voyez le profil d’entreprise de Shell Rotella dans l’édition précédente.) Visitez www.shell. com.

Chevron Canada offre une gamme de produits reconnus pour leur qualité et performance. Les huiles de moteur Havoline de Chevron préviennent

contre les dépôts nocifs et maximisent le rendement énergétique. Les huiles prémium Delo sont adaptées à une large gamme d’applications à la fois sur route et hors route. Les produits Delo utilisent la technologie propriétaire de Chevron qui, dit-on, rivalise avec les lubrifiants synthétiques quand elle est combinée avec des huiles et additifs de base. Les systèmes de nettoyage de carburant de l’entreprise, Techron Concentrate Plus, enlèvent les dépôts des injecteurs de carburants, carburateurs, valves et chambres de combustion. Les lubrifiants de Chevron sont vendus par un réseau de négociants et détaillants.

Plus d’information est disponible à www.chevron.com.

Les huiles moteur Duron à usage intensif de Petro Canada protègent les moteurs et préviennent la formation de suie. Les produits Duron sont compatibles avec les huiles CJ-4; le Duron-E est conçu pour disperser jusqu’à deux fois plus de suie que n’exigent les normes de l’industrie. L’entreprise affirme que Duron-E protège exceptionnellement bien contre l’usure, le ralentissement et l’abrègement de la longévité du moteur, qui sont toutes des conséquences onéreuses de la suie. Contactez l’entreprise pour plus d’information. www.lubricants.petro-Canada.ca/fr.

Puisque les camions doivent rouler efficacement, ils requièrent une huile moteur et des lubrifiants adaptés. Il y a beaucoup de parties en mouvement dans un camion, et des études ont montré qu’une maladresse commune dans l’industrie est de mal lubrifier, avec le résultat que les billes de roulement deviennent défectueuses prématurément.

Les risques de pannes

mécaniques augmentent énormément si l’on emploie trop, pas assez, ou le mauvais type de lubrifiant. Les couts associés à l’usure prématurée des carrosseries de surface en raison de l’utilisation d’un mauvais lubrifiant sont estimés à entre 1 et 2 pourcent du produit intérieur brut (PIB).

Récemment, il y a eu un mouvement vers les systèmes de lubrification automatiques (SLA). Bien que ces systèmes existent depuis des décennies, l’industrie s’est montrée réticente à adopter cette technologie, critiquant les difficultés de distribution et l’approvisionnement de services mis à jour.

De plus, le personnel de maintenance a d’autres préoccupations, et ne croit pas que les systèmes automatiques soient préférables à des pratiques manuelles. De toute façon, on préfère rarement les nouvelles méthodes à celles auxquelles l’on est habitué.

Les partisans de SLA, cependant, nous encouragent à analyser les couts et bénéfices des deux approches. La lubrification manuelle, affirment-ils, exige de longues périodes de repos et met les techniciens plus à risque en les obligeant à se faufiler partout sur les camions pour lubrifier toutes les parties pertinentes - c’est une méthode moins efficace, plus risquée et plus chère. Les méthodes manuelles sont aussi critiquées parce qu’elles ne visent qu’un point sur les billes de roulement. On suppose qu’une fois la bille en mouvement, la graisse couvrira toute la surface de la bille. Cette supposition paraît peu plausible, étant donné les récentes études qui montrent que 53 pourcent de toutes les pannes de billes de roulement sont imputables à de mauvaises lubrifications.

La plupart des systèmes de lubrification comportent cinq parties. Ils comprennent un contrôleur ou minuteur alimenté par une batterie de 12 ou 24 volts qui active le système, une pompe et un réservoir qui alimentent le système en le lubrifiant, des veines d’approvisionnement qui connectent la pompe aux valves de mesurage ou aux injecteurs, des valves de mesurages qui mesurent et fournissent du lubrifiant aux points d’application, et des veines d’alimentation qui transportent le lubrifiant des valves de mesurage aux points d’application.

Les SLA de type progressif et parallèle dominent l’industrie. Le type progressif se compose d’une pompe qui applique le lubrifiant à chaque point grâce aux valves de mesurage et aux veines d’alimentation.

Si une veine ou bille de roulement ne reçoit pas de graisse, le système s’éteint et envoie un signal à l’opérateur pour corriger le problème avant qu’il y ait des dommages. Le type parallèle fournit du lubrifiant au travers d’une seule veine d’alimentation mais plusieurs branches d’injecteurs, dont chacune opère de manière indépendante et peut être ajustée de manière individuelle pour fournir des quantités variables de lubrifiant aux différents points d’application.

Il est toujours tentant d’acheter des huiles et lubrifiants de moindre qualité, car l’on peut croire réaliser ainsi des économies. Mais comme avec presque n’importe quoi, on obtient ce pour quoi on paye. Les produits de plus haute gamme sont plus onéreux initialement, mais fournissent une meilleure performance au long terme, durent plus longtemps, et résistent mieux aux conditions environnementales.

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automated Lubrication systems

clutch products

DPF Cleaning

Fil-Mor Automotive & Clutch Products Ltd.

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

factoring, finance & foreign exchange

Bennetts Power Service Products

DPF Cleaning Specialists

Account & Records Management Bookkeeping For Your Business & Personal Finances

Toll Free: 888.644.2333

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FBC

“Canada’s Small Business Tax Specialist”™ “Year-Round Tax Planning, Tax Preparation and Bookkeeping. We come to You – We’ll meet you at a time and place convenient to you.”

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

50 Admiral Blvd.

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

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

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

Wilson Instruments Ltd.

automated Lubrication systems

Grand Financial Management Inc.

43-100 Bass Pro Mills Drive Vaughan, ON L4K 5X1 Toll Free: 877.738.6661 Tel: 905.738.6661 Fax: 905.738.6631 info@grandfin.com www.grandfin.com

Fuel & Lubricants Direct

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

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

Danatec Educational Services Ltd.

clutch products

Clutch Distribution Centre Inc.

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

81 Northline Road Toronto, ON M4B 3E9 Tel: 416.745.9220 Alt. Tel: 416.742.0003 Fax: 416.759.5890 Carlo@cdcparts.com www.cdcparts.com

“Over 30 years of Driveline Manufacturing Expertise”

Ontario #1, 7337 Pacific Circle Mississauga, ON L5T 1V1 Toll Free: 877.438.3155 Tel: 905.564.3155 Fax: 905.564.3166 sales@gearcentregroup.com www.patsdriveline.com

Blue Water West Ltd.

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 www.JDFactors.com canadasales@jdfactors.com

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Suppliers of Esso Fuel and Mobil Lubricants to all sizes of businesses large or small, stationary or on the go, on land or at sea.

3232 Underhill Avenue Burnaby, BC V5A 3C7 Tel: 604.420.4331 Fax: 604.420.4137 dchristie@bluewatergroup.ca www.bluewatergroup.ca insurance brokers

Alberta

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Beka Lube Products Inc.

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compliance services

Mover’s Equipment & Supplies

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.

“Technology you can rely on.”

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.

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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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

Driveshafts

Pat’s Driveline

S.E.T.I. Imports Inc.

Niagara Service & Supply Ltd.

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

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

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

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Toll Free: 800.265.1002 fbc@fbc.ca www.fbc.ca Air Conditioning & Heating: Sales & Service

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

fuel additives & lubricants

“Changing the way you train since 1985.

Canada’s leading provider of 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

14715-116th Avenue Edmonton, AB T5M 3E8 Toll Free: 800.661.8826 Tel: 780.453.5105 Fax: 780.452.3555 sales@gearcentregroup.com www.patsdriveline.com driver services, recruitment & employment

Liquid Capital Midwest Corp.

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

176 Seacliff Drive West Leamington, ON N8H 3Y5 Toll Free: 877.653.9426 Tel: 519.419.5044 Fax: 855.295.6605 riacobelli@liquidcapitalcorp.com www.liquidcapitalmidwest.com

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Kee Human Resources

“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 factoring, finance & foreign exchange

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

Fasteners, Fittings, Hose & Shop Maintenance supplies

Accutrac Capital Solutions Inc.

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

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

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ITR Canada Inc.

Baird MacGregor Insurance Brokers LP

“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 www.AccutracCapital.com

Bryson & Associates Insurance Brokers Ltd.

“It’s not what you pay; it’s what you GET for what you pay” Transportation, Logistics, Warehousing Insurance, Fleet Safety Management Services Bonds.

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

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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

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

insurance brokers

lubricants

ON-Board truck Scales

tarps & tarping systems

towing services

trailer Sales, leasing, rentals & service

Cramaro Tarpaulin Systems “Cramaro, for all your tarping needs.”

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

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

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

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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Permits & Licencing Drug Collection

Action Automotive, Towing & Recovery

“Meeting Your Service Needs in Eastern Ontario with a Mobile Mechanic on staff to assist you while on the road.”

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

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.

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

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

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

Load Covering Solutions Ltd.

Gobbo Towing & Recovery Ltd.

“Keeping You Covered”

85 Pondhollow Road Sudbury, ON P3E 6C1

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

Shell Lubricants

Transportation Insurance

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

The engine oil that works as hard as you.

910 Louisiana Street Houston, TX 77002 Toll Free: 800.237.8645 www.rotella.com lubricants (synthetic)

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

“AMSOIL, the Premium Choice Diesel Oil”

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J P Towing Service & Storage Ltd

Counteract Balancing Beads 70 Watson Parkway South, Unit 8 Guelph, ON N1L 0C3 Toll Free: 800.572.8952 Tel: 519.837.3331 Fax: 519.837.3088 info@counteractbalancing.com www.counteractbalancing.com

We are a family run business offering services such as Battery Boost, Fuel Delivery and Winching including Heavy, Flatbed, Float Towing and Light Duty.

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

towing services

11 Glen Scarlett Road Toronto, ON M6N 1P5 Toll Free: 866.527.8225 Tel: 416.203.9300 Fax: 416.203.9303 dispatch@jptowing.com www.jptowing.com

A Towing Service Ltd.

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

Permits & services

Sinwal Enterprises Inc.

Jones Deslauriers Insurance Management Inc.

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

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

Head Office 36 Cardico Drive Gormley, ON L0H 1G0 Milton Branch 8155 Lawson Road, Milton, ON Cambridge Branch 1295 Dickie Settlement Road, Cambridge, ON Toll Free: 866.482.5311 Tel: 905.888.6363 Fax: 905.888.6061 info@gtatrailer.com www.gtatrailer.com

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Mississauga

HUB International Ontario Ltd.

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GTA Trailer Rentals Inc.

730 Permit Services Inc.

“The Transit Authority”

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

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Hallmark Insurance Brokers Ltd.

Fort Garry Industries Proud distributors for Lode-King, Midland Manufacturing, Arctic Manufacturing, Landoll, CMIC Container Chassis and more.

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

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

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

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

Mattresses (Cab & Domestic)

Rust Preventive Products

K.B.W. Towing

Servicing GTA, Ontario and USA A company you can count on!

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

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

Transcourt Tank Leasing Toll Free: 866.934.5744 Contacts: Ontario & Eastern Canada

Tony Jelicic tjelicic@transcourt.com Western Canada

Joe Quaresma jquaresma@transcourt.com Transport Companies

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part of

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

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

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

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

Carmen Transportation Group Bedard Tankers Inc.

Abrams Towing “Service Across Ontario” 24 Hour Heavy Towing

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

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

3700 Weston Road Toronto, ON M9L 2Z4 Toll Free: 866.857.5166 Tel: 416.667.9700 Fax: 416.667.8272 info@carmentransportationgroup. com www.carmentransportationgroup. com April 2015 33

Transport Companies

Erb Group of Companies

Refrigerated Transportation Specialists.

290 Hamilton Road New Hamburg, ON N3A 1A2 Toll Free: 800.665.2653 Tel: 519.662.2710 Fax: 519.662.3316 info@erbgroup.com www.erbgroup.com

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Transport Companies

TransX Limited

“The strength & commitment of our people provides TransX with the ability to respond effectively & creatively to the needs of our customers & an everchanging economy, & is the primary reason why, year after year, TransX has one of the best performance records in the industry.”

7459 McLean Road Guelph, ON N1H 6H9 Toll Free: 877.787.2679 careers@drivetransx.ca www.drivetransx.ca

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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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Xan Systems Inc.

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

16700 Bayview Avenue, Unit 214 Newmarket, ON L3X1W1 Tel: 647.933.2765 Fax: 647.933.2764 www.xansystems.com Transport Training

The Rosdale Group

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

6845 Invader Crescent Mississauga, ON L5T 2B7 Toll Free: 877.588.0057 Tel: 905.670.0057 Fax: 905.696.7373 timd@rosedale.ca or recruiting@rosedale.ca www.rosedalegroup.ca

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3904 – 78th Ave Edmonton, AB T6B 2W4 Tel: 780.465.5522 www.fleetbrake.com

Grande Prairie

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Truck Trailer Tank Parts & Service 8401 – 99th Street Clairmont, AB T0H 0W0 Tel: 780.567.4407 www.fleetbrake.com

4005 – 9th Avenue North Lethbridge, AB T1H 6H6 Tel: 403.327.2626 www.fleetbrake.com

Red Deer

Truck Trailer Transit Parts & Service 4841 – 78th Street Red Deer, AB T4P 1N5 Tel: 403.343.8771 www.fleetbrake.com

Fort Garry Industries Brake specialists, installations, safeties and a whole lot more.

info@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com/parts/

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

Winnipeg

Truck Automotive Trailer Parts & Service 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

540 Oak Point Highway Winnipeg, MB R3C 2E6 Tel: 204.632.5184 www.fleetbrake.com Saskatchewan

Quality Custom 12 Clarke Blvd.

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

Truck Trailer Transit Parts & Service-Custom Re-Line 7707 – 54th Street SE Calgary, AB T2C 4R7 Tel: 403.837.2871 www.fleetbrake.com

Trailer Parts & Service 8010 – 44th Street SE Calgary, AB T2C 4L2 Tel: 403.724.0061 www.fleetbrake.com

Edmonton

Truck Trailer Transit Parts 18504 – 111 Avenue Edmonton, AB T5S 2V4 Tel: 780.455.0559 www.fleetbrake.com th

Truck Trailer Transit Service 17303 – 114 Ave Edmonton, AB T5S 2R9 Tel: 780.453.8706 www.fleetbrake.com th

Truck Trailer Transit Logger Parts 575 Athabasca Street Kamloops, BC V2H 1C5 Tel: 250.314.0019 www.fleetbrake.com Alberta Ontario

Mississauga

Truck Trailer Transit PartsCustom Re-Line

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

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truck equipment

3060 Irving Blvd.

Dallas, Texas 75247 Toll Free Tel: 800.938.4654 Tel: 214.630.9929 Fax: 214.630.2543 captdon2@aol.com www.dawsontrk.com

Fort Garry Industries

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

St. Laurent

Truck Trailer Transit Parts 1223 Montee de Liesse St-Laurent, QC H4S 1J7 Tel: 514.331.6662 www.fleetbrake.com

truck parts & supplies

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

TRUCK EXHAUST SALes & Service Alberta

calgary

Fort Garry Industries Texis Truck Exhaust

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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Since 1982 we have been a one stop exhaust shop for the trucking industry as well as the heavy duty exhaust needs of industrial, farming, manufacturers and mining industry.

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

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

2200 Drew Road Mississauga, ON L5S 1B1 Tel: 905.670.2784 www.fleetbrake.com QuÉbec

Dawson International Inc. We sell aftermarket replacement hoods, bumpers, doors, grills, headlights, fenders, and skirts on trucks from manufacturers such as Ford, Freightliner, GMC, Mack, International, Kenworth, Mack, Peterbilt, Volvo, Western Star, and more.

The Truck Exhaust Place

705 Henderson Drive Regina, SK S4N 6A8 Tel: 306.347.3470 www.fleetbrake.com

truck parts & supplies

1625 Stone Church Road East Hamilton, ON L8W 3Y5 Tel: 289.285.3022 Fax: 289.285.3026 Toll Free Fax: 866.425.4440 sales@drive-star.com www.drive-star.com

Regina

Truck Trailer Transit Parts

Kamloops

Calgary

Drive Star Shuttle Systems Ltd.

truck delivery

British Columbia

Alberta

truck delivery

“Diesel Performance Specialists”

Manitoba

Star Van Systems

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Let US see to your Repair Needs!

Just minutes off Hwy 401 @ Exit 526.

2 Foster Stearns Road Trenton, ON K8V 5R8 Tel: 613.394.5005 Fax: 613.394.2736 Brian.Greig@bellnet.ca or Derrick.Greig@bellnet.ca

Truck Trailer Parts & Service

Truck Trailer Transit Parts & Service

Truck & Trailer Parts & Service

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

Alberta

Lethbridge

Modern equipment for your refrigerated transportation needs.

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Truck & Trailer Repairs

Greig Truck & Trailer

HanM Transportation Management Services Ltd.

3701 Chesswood Drive, Suite 320 North York, ON M3J 2P6 Toll Free: 888.473.5557 Tel: 416.787.3213 Fax: 416.787.6819 kevin@hanmtransportation.com www.hanmtransportation.com

Truck & Trailer Parts & Service

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 Alberta

grande prairie

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

lloydminster

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

red deer

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

Grote Industries Co.

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

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

truck parts & supplies

truck parts & supplies

truck sales, leasing, parts & service

Truck Storage Rentals

truck transmissions, differentials & pto’s

truck Wash Systems

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Manitoba

brandon

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

winnipeg

Fort Garry Industries 2525 Inkster Blvd.

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 Ontario

Mississauga

Fort Garry Industries

Diesel Truck Parts Inc. Saskatchewan

regina

Morgan’s Diesel Truck Parts & Service Inc.

Fort Garry Industries

1248 McAdoo’s Lane, R.R. #1

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

Glenburnie, ON K0H 1S0 Tel: 613.546.0431 Fax: 613.546.4206 www.morgan-diesel.com

Truck, tractor & trailer storage with 14 acres of metal fencing & asphalt base. (3 minutes to the Linc & Red Hill Expressway).

721 Mud Street East

Stoney Creek, ON Tel: 416.801.3142 Fax: 905.643.8256 psims0307@yahoo.ca Truck tire sales & service

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Fort Garry Industries 3455 Miners Avenue, P.O. Box 1848 Saskatoon, SK S7K 7K9 Toll Free: 800.772.4599 Tel: 306.242.3465 Fax: 306.933.4850 saskatoon@fgiltd.ca www.fgiltd.com truck sales, leasing, parts & service

“Your Complete Transportation Business

thunder bay

Partner.”

Fort Garry Industries

4049 Eastgate Cres.

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

Surgenor Truck Centre

13 Anderson Blvd.

Stouffville, ON L4A 7X4 Toll Free: 888.297.0682 Tel: 905.642.4556 Fax: 905.642.2293 manager@crtransmission.com www.crtransmission.com

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

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affiliates (Belleville, Pembroke, Gatineau, & 2 in Cornwall) providing regularly scheduled maintenance as well as on-call 24/7 for roadside assistance, & parts delivery.

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

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

2211 Brant Street, P.O. Box 20070 Burlington, ON L7P 0A4 Toll Free: 800.265.7405 Tel: 905.662.2662 Fax: 888.407.9498 info@awashsystems.com Video recording equipment

Windshield Cam

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

Awash Systems Corp.

Automatic Wash Systems & Water Authorized Allison overhaul dealer, authorized Funk Service Centre & clutch Treatment Recycling Systems customized service. Call or visit web site for details on to your requirements. how to get FREE clutch adjustments.

Benson Tire

one in Kingston, as well as five service

Gerry’s Truck Centre

C & R Transmission Service Ltd.

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saskatoon

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

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

Toll Free: 800.267.0633

Barry Humphrey Enterprises Ltd.

Windshield Cam is the leading Professional Vehicle Video

Gear Centre Group Ontario “

Mississauga # 3, 7337 Pacific Circle Mississauga, ON L5T 1V1 Toll Free: 877.564.3116 Tel: 905.564.3116 Fax: 905.564.3119 sales@gearcentregroup.com www.canadawideparts.com

Recording System available.

4949 Barlow Trail S.E. (Road King Truck Stop) Calgary AB T2B 3B5 Tel: 403.616.6610 windshieldcam@hotmail.com www.windshieldcam.com

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New Brunswick

Moncton 15745-118th Avenue Edmonton, AB T5V 1B7 Toll Free: 800.665.7671 Tel: 780.454.5115 Fax: 780.453.3460 sales@gearcentregroup.com www.canadawideparts.com

SR Lubricant Solutions

SR Lubricant Introduces Its Mycroleum Brand

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ionsville, Indiana – SR Lubricant Solutions, LLC, is excited to announce the launch of a full line of state-of-the-art lubricant products under its new Mycroleum brand.

The Zionsville, Indianabased company is focusing on commercial and industrial uses for the Mycroleum line, which initially consists of Mycroleum Engine Oil Treatment; Mycroleum Gear Treatment; a full complement of greases, including EP2, EP1, EP0 and 00; and two fuel treatments: Mycroleum Fuel Solutions Diesel Treatment

and Mycroleum Fuel Solutions Gasoline Treatment.

Mycroleum lubricant products contain patentpending Mycroleum technology utilizing micrometallic particles. None contain lead, PTFE, chlorinated paraffins or antimony components.

“We’ve proven in the lab and in independent testing in the field that Mycroleum products will greatly benefit commercial and industrial companies that are looking for ways to make their equipment last longer and increase production over similar periods of time,” said Rick

Maas, SR Lubricant Solutions co-founder.

Scott Deslippe, the company’s co-founder along with Maas, is heading the brand’s launch in Canada.

“Mycroleum is going to be a strong brand in Canada as well as the United States because it uses the highest quality base products available,” Deslippe said.

“Our top priority right now is building our distribution network across the country and working with our distributors to penetrate the market in their verticals.

The foundation is set to really grow this brand in Canada. There is a need for

quality products like these that provide results, and I look forward to growing the brand in Canada with great enthusiasm.”

Deslippe, an Amherstburg, Ontario, resident, brings extensive knowledge of the market and products to Mycroleum’s North American customer base.

Chief Chemist Bruce Wells was instrumental in developing the Mycroleum line.

“The use of quality base products, finding experienced, professional companies to blend and bottle our formulas, and pre-

senting a first-class product make all the difference in the world,” Wells said.

“The Mycroleum brand has been built on the basis of providing a quality, value-added product at a reasonable price,” Maas said. “Using premium base materials and remaining competitively priced means there will be less margin, but there will be more satisfied customers in the long run, and that is our goal.”

In addition to extensive testing in the lab and in the field, SR Lubricant Solutions conducted a research and development program

in motorsports to fine-tune its formulas for Mycroleum products. “We’ve already tested Mycroleum products in several different NASCAR series’ race cars, World of Outlaws winged sprint cars and in IndyCar with promising results,” Maas said. “It’s a natural fit for the Mycroleum products to be actively involved in motorsports, and it won’t be long before you see the Mycroleum brand more prominently at the track.”

More information is available at Mycroleum. com and on its social media sites.

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Alberta

Airdrie

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

Brooks

Flying J Fuel Stop

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

Cinnabon location.

Calgary

Flying J

11511 – 40th Street SE, Calgary, AB T2H 1L4 Tel: 403.720.0904 Fax: 403.720.4937

Alberta

Alberta

British Columbia

Grassland

Sherwood Park

New Westminster

Flying J

Flying J Cardlock

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

Whitecourt

Hwy 9 & Hwy 36 South, Hanna, AB T0J 1P0 Tel: 403.854.5000

Hwy # 43 & West Mtn. Road, Whitecourt, AB T7N 1S9 Tel: 780.778.3073

3 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 100, Showers (2).

British Columbia

Hinton

Abbotsford

Flying J Cardlock

Lethbridge

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

Lloydminster

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Flying J Cardlock

Flying J Cardlock

5109 – 63rd Avenue, Lloydminster, AB T9V 2E7 Tel: 780.875.2990

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

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Flying J Dealer

4949 Barlow Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2B 3B5 Tel: 403.273.4949 Fax: 403.235.5095 7 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 80, Showers (9), CATScales.

Drayton Valley

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: 780.413.9116

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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

Fort McMurray

Flying J Cardlock

345 Sakitawaw Trail, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 4E4 Tel: 780.743.3556

Grande Prairie

Flying J Cardlock

9212 – 108th Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4C9 Tel: 780.532.2378 36 April 2015

Flying J Fuel Stop

Flying J Cardlock

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5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 15, Showers (2), TripPak. Hot food avalable.

8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 140, Showers (9), Denny’s/Pepperoni’s, CAT Scales, TripPak & Bulk Diesel.

Hanna

8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 130, Showers (9), CAT Scales, TripPak. Hot food available. Denny’s.

Flying J Fuel Stop

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

Flying J Dealer

294 Kelly Road, Hinton, AB T7V 1H2 Tel: 780.817.1150

4216 – 72nd Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2C 2C1 Tel: 403.236.2404

50 Pembina Road, Sherwood Park, AB T8H 2G9 Tel: 780.416.2035 Fax: 780.416.2084

Parking for 12, Showers (2).

Nanton

Flying J Fuel Stop 2810 – 21st Avenue, Nanton, AB T0L 1R0 Tel: 403.646.2810 Fax: 403.646.2872 3 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 130, Showers (3), Humpty’s Restaurant and Papa Johns, CAT Scale.

Nisku

Flying J Fuel Stop 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

Flying J Cardlock

929 Coutts Way & Sumas Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 4N2 Tel: 604.855.0665 Showers (1).

Annacis Island

Flying J Fuel Stop

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

Chilliwack

Flying J Dealer

7970 Lickman Road., 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

6607 – 67th Street, Red Deer, AB T4P 1A4 Tel: 403.346.2785 Fax: 403.346.2852

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

5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 26, Showers (4), Pizza and other hot food available.

Flying J Dealer

Redcliff

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

Rycroft

Flying J Fuel Stop

hope 63100 Flood Hope Road Hope, BC V0X 1L2 Tel: 604.860.4601 Fax: 604.886.6821 8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 50 Showers (4), CAT Scales, Subway and other hot food available.

Kamloops

Flying J Dealer

Hwy #49 & 2, Box 73, Rycroft, AB T0H 3A0 Tel: 780.765.3740 Fax: 780.765.3748

175 Kokanee Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 6Z2 Tel: 250.573.3032 Fax: 250.573.7820

Parking for 8, Pizza and other hot food available.

8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 125, Showers (5).

Prince George 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

Ontario, Northern

KAPUSKASING

Flying J Fuel Stop

5906 Oil Heritage Road, Wyoming, ON N0N 1T0 Tel: 519.854.3249

5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 40, Showers (4) and hot food available.

Québec

Sault Ste. Marie

Flying J Cardlock

Berthierville

Schreiber

1181 Ave. Gilles Villeneuve, Berthierville, QC J0K 1A0 Tel: 450.836.6581

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

Flying J Cardlock

Manitoba

HEADINGLEY

Flying J Cardlock

Flying J

8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 150, Showers (9), Denny’s/Pizza, CAT Scales & Bulk Diesel.

Portage La Prairie

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

Winnipeg

Flying J Fuel Stop 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

Bainsville

Flying J Dealer

Wyoming

Flying J Dealer

410 Government Road East, Kapuskasing, ON P5N 2X7 Tel: 705.337.1333 Fax: 705.337.1208

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

4100 Portage Avenue, Headingley, MB R4H 1C5 Tel: 204.832.8952 Fax: 204.832.9104

Ontario, Western

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

AyR

Flying J

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.

BranTford

Flying J Cardlock

11 Sincair Blvd., Brantford, ON N3S 7X6 Tel:

Etobicoke

Flying J Fuel Stop

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

London

Flying J

3700 Highbury Ave. South, London, ON N6N 1P3 Tel: 519.686.9154 Fax: 519.686.8629

Flying J Dealer

2 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 10.

Napierville

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

Sainte Helene de Bagot

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

Saskatchewan

Davidson

Flying J Dealer Hwy 11 & Hwy 44 Junction, Davidson, SK S0G 1A0 Tel: 306.567.3222

Moose Jaw

Flying J Fuel Stop 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.

6115 4th Line Road, Bainsville, ON K0C 1E0 Tel: 613.347.2433

12 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 230, Showers (15), Denny’s/Pizza, CAT Scales, TripPak, Bulk Diesel.

Cardinal

Mississauga

Flying Fuel Stop

Flying J Fuel Stop

1511 Ross Avenue East Regina, SK S4R 1J2 Tel: 306.721.0070

Flying J Dealer 2085 Shanly Road, Cardinal, ON K0E 1E0 Tel: 613.657.3155

Lancaster

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

Flying J

Pickering

20382 Old Highway #2, Lancaster, ON K0C 1N0 Tel: 613.347.2221 Fax: 613.347.1970

Flying J Dealer

2000 Clements Road, Pickering, ON L1W 4A1 Tel: 905.428.9700 Fax: 905.428.9633

11 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 110, Showers (9), Denny’s, CAT Scales, Bulk Diesel.

5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 50, Showers (7).

Napanee

Tilbury

Flying J

Flying J

628 County Road #41, RR 6, Napanee, ON K7R 3L1 Tel: 613.354.7044 Fax: 613.354.3796

19325 Essex County Road 42, Tilbury, ON N0P 2L0 Tel: 519.682.1140 Fax: 519.682.9221

12 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 165, Showers (15), Denny’s/Pizza, CAT Scales, TripPak, Bulk Diesel.

6 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 150, Showers (6), Subway, CAT Scales, Bulk Diesel.

REGINA

Parking for 12, Showers (3).

Saskatoon

Flying J 3850 Idylwyld Drive 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 191 York Road West, Box 794, Yorkton, SK S3N 2W8 Tel: 306.782.2645 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

Sherwood Park

Golden

Morris

Grand Falls

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

Calgary

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

RoadKing Travel Centre

Exit 191, 198 Beardsley Road

RoadKing Travel Centre Strathcona Inc.

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

Strathmore

436 Ridge Road Strathmore, AB T1P 1B5 Tel: 403.934.3522 Fax: 403.934.3555 Email: hk7969@popmail. huskyenergy.com Web: www.myhusky.ca

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

Leduc

Chilliwack

British Columbia

Woodstock, NB

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.

Strathmore Husky Travel Centre

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

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

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

61850 Flood – Hope Road R.R. #2, Hope, BC V0X 1L2 Tel: 604.869.9214 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.

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

Chilliwack Petro – Pass

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

Cool Creek Agencies

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

Delta

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

Husky Travel Centre

Open 24-7, restaurant (6 am – 10pm), convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, parking, photocopier, oil products, ATM & fax machine.

Manitoba

Brandon

Petro Canada Southcoast Petroleum Ltd. 10178 Nordel Court, Delta, BC Tel: 604.581.3835 Fax: 604.581.3850 nordel@southcoastpetro.ca

Canopy, fax, photocopier, nearby gov’t scale, restaurant & ATM.

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

lounge & game room, restaurant, facilities, parking & CAT scale & tire sales

facilities, internet services, showers,

& service.

Winnipeg

parking & CAT scale.

Nova Scotia

Truro Heights

Truro Heights Circle K

Petro Canada – Petro Pass 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.

Petro Canada 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 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

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

Ontario, Eastern

Arnprior

Tobique One Stop

Antrim Truck Stop

Exit 115, Perth – Andover, NB Tel: 506.273.9682 Fax: 506.273.9682

580 White Lake Road, Arnprior, ON K7S 3G9 Tel: 613.623.3003

Open 24-7, full-service islands, drivers’

Fax: 613.623.1003

Aulac

lounge with large screen, restaurant,

Toll Free: 866.334.4775

Aulac Big Stop Circle K

satellite TV, convenience store, showers,

jack@antrimwesternstar.com

170 Aulac Road Aulac, NB E4L 2X2 Tel: 506.536.1339 Fax: 506.536.0579 aulac@eastlink.ca

laundry, parking & free high-speed

Open 24-7, full-service islands,

internet.

restaurant, convenience store, showers,

Salisbury

overnight parking, drivers’ lounge, CAT

Sicamous

1340 Trans Canada Hwy. Sicamous, BC V0G 2V0 Tel: 250.836.4675 Fax: 280.836.2230 Contact: Shelley Arvandel www.myhusky.ca

Open 24-7, full-service islands, drivers’

convenience store, showers, laundry

Petro Canada – Petro Pass Nisku Truck Stop

gmail.com www.murraystruckstop.ca

convenience store, showers, laundry

Dogwood Valley Husky Services

Flood Hope Husky Travel Centre

Driver’s Fax: 506.325.2148 calving.murraystruckstop@

Drivers’ lounge & game room,

Moncton 27051 Baker Road Hope, BC V0X 1L3 Tel: 604.869.9443 www.myhusky.ca

Tel: 506.328.2994

Open 24 hours, 7 days, restaurant Mon. – Fri. 6am – 1pm, Sat. & Sun. 7 am – 11pm, cardlock, ATM, convenience store with lottery, showers.

Osoyoos

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

Woodstock

Murray’s Truck Stop

Hope

Calgary Husky Travel Centre

New Brunswick

Open 24-7, full-service islands, drivers’ lounge, restaurant, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, parking & CAT scale.

EDMUNdstON

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scale, garage service facilities, tire service, Western Star truck dealer.

Belleville

Salisbury Big Stop 2986 Fredericton Road Salisbury, NB E4J 2G1 Tel: 506.372.3333 Fax: 506.372.0083 Open 24-7, drivers’ lounge & game room,

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

10 Acre Truck Stop

restaurant, convenience store, showers,

902 Wallbridge Loyalist Road

laundry facilities, parking & CAT scale

Belleville, ON K8N 5A2

Waasis

Tel: 613.966.7017

Lincoln Big Stop Circle K

Fax: 613.962.4495 or Office at

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,

613.966.4740 jtombs@gmail.com www.10acre.com Restaurant & Store: Mon-Fri 6 am – 11 pm, Sat 7-8 pm, Sun 7-10 pm, convenience store, hair salon, drug

drivers’ lounge, restaurant, convenience

testing, showers, parking, Esso Card

store, showers, laundry facilities, free

Lock & Retail Diesel, Wifi & Fax, laundry

overnight parking.

facilities & CAT Scale.

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Ontario, Eastern

Ontario, Eastern

Ontario, Northern

Ontario, Western

Ontario, Western

Ontario, Western

Belleville

Ottawa

Sudbury

Drumbo

LEAMINGTON

Woodstock

Trucker’s Haven

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

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 & short-time parking

Spencerville

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.

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

Fort Erie

Timmins

Ultramar 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.

Deseronto

Esso Truck Stop

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

Vankleek Hill

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

Dunvegan

Esso – Dunvegan 1515 County Road #20, (Hwy 417 Exit 51) Dunvegan, ON Tel: 613.527.1026 or 613.627.2100 Fax: 613.527.2726 Open 24-7, full-service islands, restaurant (Tim Horton’s), convenience store, parking & ATM.

Joyceville

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

Ontario, Northern

Bradford

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

Kingston

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

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Open 24-7, restaurant, convenience store, ATM & showers.

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

Beamsville

Fifth Wheel Truck Stop 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

Beamsville Relay Station 4673 Ontario Street, (Exit 64 off QEW) Beamsville, ON L0R 1B4 Tel: 905.563.8816 Fax: 905.563.4770 relaystation@bellnet.ca

Open 24-7, restaurant, convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM, showers & parking

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).

Hamilton

Belmont

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

Jeremy’s Truck Stop & Country Restaurant 220 Highway 17 West Nairn Centre, ON P0M 2L0 Tel: 705.869.4100 Fax: 705.869.6796

North Bay

Bay Truck 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.

London Husky Travel Centre

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

Bowmanville

336 Kenora Avenue Hamilton, ON L8E 2W2 Tel: 905.561.4712 Fax: 905.561.7757 wayne@marshalltruck.com Web: www.marshalltruck.com Open 24-7 for cardlock, open 7 am – 12 am Mon – Fri, 7 am – 5 pm Sat, closed Sunday, full-service islands, drivers’ lounge, restaurant, showers & parking

Fifth Wheel Truck Stop

2475 South Service Road, (Exit 431, Hwy 401, Waverly Road) Bowmanville, ON L1C 3L1 Tel: 905.623.3604 Fax: 905.623.7109 Open 24 hrs., diesel fuel, convenience store, CAT scale, gasoline (self service), ATM, propane, convenience store at fuel bar, Sunoco fleet fuel cardlock, full-service fuel islands, restaurant, private showers, laundry facilities, drivers’ lounge & arcade room, 100+ truck parking capacity, motel (smoking & non-smoking), Bell Canada internet kiosk, Irving cardlock.

Kitchener

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

Quebec

Montreal

Irving 24

lounge.

Grimsby

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

London

Flying M Truck Stop

Waubaushene Truck Stop

Ontario, Western

Card lock open 24 hours, 7 days, convenience store, cash discount, diesel exhaust fluid and coloured fuel.

Open 24 hrs, restaurant, washrooms,

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

448 Talbot Street West Leamington, ON N8H 4H6 Tel: 519.326.5231 Fax: 519.322.0189 inbox@johnnysgasbar.com www.johnnysgasbar.ca

showers, overnight parking & drivers’

Marshall Truck & Trailer Repair & Truck Stop

Nairn Centre

Kingston Husky Truck Stop

2154 Riverside Drive Timmins, ON Tel: 705.268.3400 Fax: 705.267.7231 bgagnon@krebenterprises.ca

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

Johnny’s Gas Bar

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

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

Saskatchewan

Estevan

Milton

Estevan Husky Travel Centre Fifth Wheel Truck Stop 40 Chisolm Dr. (Hwy 401 Exit 320) Milton, ON L9T 3G9 Tel: 905.878.8441 Fax: 905.878.9376

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

Regina

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

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 & nonsmoking), & lottery tickets.

Regina Husky Travel Centre

Port Hope

Saskatoon

Ultramar 2211 County Road 28 (Hwy 401 Exit 464) Port Hope, ON L1A 3W4 Tel: 905.885.4600 Open 24 hrs, lunch counter, convenience store, washrooms, showers, drivers’ lounge & short-time parking.

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.

Swift Current

Windsor

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.

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

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

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Parts for Trucks Pro Stock Tour

Lucas Oil to Sponsor Three Pro Stock Tour Events in 2015

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alifax, Nova Scotia - The Parts for Trucks Pro Stock Tour is pleased to announce that Lucas Oil Prod-

ucts will be returning as a major sponsor for the 15th anniversary season. This is the ninth season Lucas Oil has partnered with the

Parts for Trucks Pro Stock Tour. Lucas Oil will be the title sponsor for three races during the 2015 season including the season opener at Scotia Speedworld on Saturday, May 23rd, the eighth race on the series at Oyster Bed Speedway on Saturday, August 1st, and the penultimate event at Riverside International Speedway on Saturday, September 12th.

“We’re thrilled that Lucas Oil is partnering with the Parts for Trucks Pro Stock Tour again in 2015,” said Ken Cunning, General Manager of the Parts for Trucks Pro Stock Tour.

“Lucas Oil is a strong sponsor of motorsports in North America and we are proud to be associated with them.”

“Lucas Oil is proud to announce our renewed sponsorship agreement,

for the ninth consecutive year, with the Parts for Trucks Pro Stock Tour,” commented John Coyle, Territory Manager for Lucas Oil Products. “We couldn’t be more excited about the upcoming anniversary season, with so many young drivers mixed among the current veterans on the tour, it simply isn’t duplicated anywhere in Canada.

Lucas Oil also continues to raise the bar and set the standard for high quality

motor oils, gear oils and additives sold the world over and we appreciate the ongoing customer loyalty in our brand throughout the region. As a major sponsor of all types of local racing events in North America, we believe the partnership with the Parts for Trucks Pro Stock Tour is a definite win-win for both of us!”

The Lucas Oil 100 will officially open the 15th season of the Parts for Trucks Pro Stock Tour on Saturday,

May 23rd at 4:00 PM at Scotia Speedworld located just outside of Halifax, Nova Scotia. The event will be broadcast worldwide via www.racetimeradio.com.

Stay tuned to www.maritimeprostocktour.com for all the latest news and event details.

You can also follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/prostocktour and like us on Facebook at w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / prostocktour.

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Government of New Brunswick

Veteran’s Motorcycle Plates Now Available

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redericton, New Brunswick - Special licence plates are now available to New Brunswick’s veterans who ride motorcycles.

“These plates are being offered as an expansion of our existing veterans’ licence plate program,” said Public Safety Minister and Solicitor General Stephen Horsman. “Veterans have had access to special licence plates that display the poppy for a number of years and they had asked government to extend that program to motorcycle plates.

“It’s another small way we can show our respect and appreciation for the courageous and selfless service the men and women of the Armed Forces have provided our province and our country,” said Horsman, who also serves as the provincial government’s liaison with the military.

The new plates are now available at Service New Brunswick locations throughout the province.

Veterans who want one of the new plates should pick up an application form at their local Service New

Brunswick office. Upon completion, it should be sent to the New Brunswick Command of the Royal Canadian Legion.

The legion will authorize the application according to their records and return it to the veteran. The veteran should then take the approved form to any Service New Brunswick office, where the licence plate will be issued. Veterans can exchange existing motorcycle plates for the new special plates at no charge.

The form is also available online.

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Government of New Brunswick

Spring Weight Restrictions for Roads

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redericton, New Brunswick - Spring weight restrictions for truck traffic will come into effect at midnight on Sunday, March 15, throughout New Brunswick, continuing until midnight on Sunday, May 10, in southern New Brunswick and midnight on Sunday, May 17, in northern New Brunswick.

These dates are dependent upon weather condi-

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tions and are subject to change.

For the purpose of these restrictions, northern New Brunswick includes: • the area lying within the counties of Northumberland, Gloucester, Restigouche, Madawaska, and Victoria; • the portion of Route 108 within York County; • the portion of Gordon Vale Road and Holtville

Road within York County; • the portion of Route 123 within Sunbury County and Queens County; • the portion of Bloomfield Ridge Road between Holtville Road and Route 625; and • the portion of Route 625 between Gordon Vale Road and Route 8.

A detailed list of affected highways will be available online at that time.

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Accutrac Capital Solutions Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 7 AirTab, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Atlantic Truck Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

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Bee Line Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 4-5 Bedard Tankers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Bennetts Service Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Benson Tire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Brian Pite Freight Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Brookville Carriers Flatbed LP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Bryson & Assoc. Insurance Brokers Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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C.U.T.C. Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Canadian Fleet Maintenance Seminar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Carmen Transportation Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Chrome for Kids Truck Show & Shine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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Dawson Truck Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 DiCAN Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Diesel Spec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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Expeditrans Solution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Express Waybill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Expocam 2015. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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FLO Components Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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

Gear Centre Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Grand Financial Management Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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ITR Canada Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Ingersoll Axles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 International Truckload Services Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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J D Factors Corporation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 3, 55 J-Line Transport Limited. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 JZB Road Lines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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Kärcher Pressure Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Keypoint Carriers Limited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Kindersley Transport Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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Laidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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MacDavid Wellness Solutions Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 MacEwen Petroleum Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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Pat´s Driveline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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RM2J Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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ServiceStar Freightways Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Shell Lubricants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Sirius XM Canada Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Star Van Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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T. E. Smith Transport & Logistics Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Texis Truck Exhaust. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 18 The Fuel Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 The Rosedale Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Traction Truck Parts & TruckPro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 16 Transcourt Tank Leasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 56 TransX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Tremcar Industries Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 TTSAO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

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Vapeman Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Vulcan On-Board Scales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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Wilson Instruments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Wilson Truck Lines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Windshield Cam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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Xan Systems Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

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A dv e rti s e r s by Product or S e rv ice Advertiser page publications Alignment Systems Bee Line Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 4-5 Automated Lubrication Systems FLO Components Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Diesel Performance Products Diesel Spec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Drivetrains Gear Centre Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Pat´s Driveline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Employment Opportunities Brian Pite Freight Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Brookville Carriers Flatbed LP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Carmen Transportation Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 G. Zavitz Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 GTI Specialized Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 HanM Transportation Management Ser. . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 International Truckload Services Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 J-Line Transport Limited. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 JZB Road Lines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Keypoint Carriers Limited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Kindersley Transport Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Laidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 ServiceStar Freightways Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Star Van Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 The Rosedale Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 T. E. Smith Transport & Logistics Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 TransX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Wilson Truck Lines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Xan Systems Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Factoring & Finance Accutrac Capital Solutions Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 7 Grand Financial Management Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 J D Factors Corporation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 3, 55 Fuel Additives Bennetts Service Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Fuel Card MacEwen Petroleum Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Fuel Economy Products AirTab, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 RM2J Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 GPS Systems DiCAN Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 ITR Canada Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Heating & A/C Sales & Service Wilson Instruments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Insurance Brokers Bryson & Assoc. Insurance Brokers Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Hallmark Insurance Brokers Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Lubricants Shell Lubricants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Mattresses For Bunks MacDavid Wellness Solutions Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Permits & Waivers C.U.T.C. Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Pressure Washers Kärcher Pressure Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Satellite Radio Sirius XM Canada Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Tanker Leasing Transcourt Tank Leasing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 56 Tanker Manufacturing, Sales & Service Bedard Tankers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Tremcar Industries Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Theft Prevention Products The Fuel Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Tire Sales & Service Benson Tire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Trade Shows Atlantic Truck Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Canadian Fleet Maintenance Seminar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Chrome for Kids Truck Show & Shine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Expocam 2015. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Transport Logistics Expeditrans Solution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Truck Axles Ingersoll Axles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Truck Driver Training TTSAO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Truck Exhaust Texis Truck Exhaust. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 18 Truck Parts & Accessories Dawson Truck Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Traction Truck Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Truck Repairs TruckPro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 16 Trucking Dispatch Software Express Waybill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Video Recording Equipment Windshield Cam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Weigh Scales (On Board) Vulcan On-Board Scales. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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Classy Soulmates: Man vs. Truck

By Wendy Morgan McBride

S

pring is one of our temperate seasons, following winter and preceding summer.

There are various technical definitions of spring, but local usage of the term varies according to local climate, culture an d c ustom. When i t is spring in the Northern Hemisphere it will be autumn in the Southern Hemisphere. At the spring equinox, days are approximately 12 hours long with day length increasing as the season progresses. Spring and “springtime” refer to the season, and also to ideas of rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal, resurrection and regrowth.

As we enter into the season of show and shines I have to remind myself why I do what I do.

Well it makes me smile, it is exactly like the definition

of spring, a rebirth and renewal with longer days, warmer climate and a reminder of our history and how it too reflects this definition.

Approachable. Kind.

Gentle. Relaxed. Industrious. Storytelling.

Soft. Confident. Fun loving. Proud. Personality.

Tough. Addictive. Badass.

Dependable. Charismatic.

Tidy. Adaptable. Patient.

Sensible. Perfectly predisposed. Award winning.

All these words describe the truck featured this month. Each is strong and stands alone, but these designations also describe the owner. When I think of this truck I feel fun, sun and warmth, being outside, enjoying life all wrapped up in a pretty bow. But this truck, despite the affectionate descriptions, is still a manly truck.

Donny Muldoon of Brighton, Ontario, loves to talk about his truck, loves to travel with his truck, but most of all he loves to show his truck.

This 1958 Mercury Side Step ½ To n has just o v e r 90,000 original miles, but the

stories it can tell would probably be 10 times that.

Donny purchased and started working on the truck in 1988. He restored and built the truck over time and by 2011 it was actually road and show ready. He fondly refers to it as “My Merc”. His co-workers would laugh at him when returning to the job after a long weekend. “I would rattle out the work I had got done over the weekend.

Everybody there said, ‘oh you will never finish.’ I said I would have it ready by the time I was 58 years old. Well, here I was approaching 64, about to retire and I said that I am finishing it. I guess I kind of missed the mark but hey, Life Happens,” Donny explained with a chuckle and huge grin.

He has every reason to be proud. With help from Gerry Frost and Chris Whaley everything was restored or rebuilt. There was some tinkering when the ratio was lowered in the rear end that helped the truck go from 50 mph and get to top speed of 60 without too much strain for highway driving.

The interior is 1958 white and school bus yellow with vinyl covering the original seats of the cab. The exterior is a beautiful banana cream with colonial white. This 3 speed standard is original from top to bottom and, where possible, the 292 V8 engine was completely re-built with a ram horn exhaust manifold from a cab over truck and the original chassis.

“The truck belonged to a member of the Air Force on the East Coast, when purchased. When the soldier was notified of his shipping orders he decided to sell it. It was brought to Ontario where its restoration story begins.

The truck has a long legacy of parts. The cab was purchased in Saskatchewan while t h e w i f e, o u r t w o daughters and I were on vacation. After 6 months, by chance my brother had made a deal with a boat company to get a boat from Picton out there, so on Thanksgiving weekend I took off and drove out and back doing a delivery and pick up,” Donny explained, adding, “The fenders came from Arizona and the step from Colorado. I paid $750.00 for the truck, have put about $15,000 in it over the years and the insurance has appraised it for $31,000.00, so all in all I get to drive an amazing truck with a good return.”

The truck recently won the Ford and Mercury National class for 1957-1966 in Arthur, Ontario.

Donny’s final words were: “well it was a DYI for me. I wanted to keep it a low budget project and with talent, knowledge and learning, and the experience of others. It has become so much more. I know it took longer than planned, but the adventure was so worth the ride.”

So, as you might reflect on the descriptive words of this truck, think also of these as well: Honor.

Classy. Perfect. Dependable. Positive.

Compassionate. Determined. Adventurous. Friendly. Optimistic. Passionate.

Romantic. Ambitious.

Addictive!

I hope you enjoy my articles, and be sure to check out my fan page on Facebook, “A Drive Back in Time.” I feature

the monthly articles with additional photos, and I have a great archive if you missed anything important. If you wish to contact me

please drop me a line at cwmcbride@cogeco. ca, or call 877.225.2232 extension 304.

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Canadian Trucking Alliance [CTA]

Transport Committee Recommends Electronic Stability Control for Trucks

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he Canadian Tr u c k i n g A l l i ance (CTA) is applauding the recommendations contained in a report from the House of Commons all-party Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities on the transportation of dangerous goods and safety management systems in Canada.

David Bradley, CEO of the alliance, who appeared before the committee last year, said “the report takes a balanced, fact-based approach to issues relating to the transportation of dangerous goods by truck.”

Not surprisingly, seven of the 10 recommendations were directly related to rail safety. As it pertains to trucking, the standing committee made two rec-

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ommendations, both of which are long-standing positions of CTA and the provincial trucking associations: • That Transport Canada implement regulations to require the use of Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs).

• That Transport Canada implement regulations to require Electronic Stability Control on new trucks (ESC).

Both recommendations are long-standing positions of CTA and the provincial trucking associations.

In its report, the committee highlighted the fact that trucking, which transports about 70 per cent of all dangerous goods (by weight) and 77% of which 77% involve shipments of crude petroleum, oil, gasoline and fuel

oils, is subject to a “level of enforcement, on-road, real-time enforcement, that is different from that in any other mode.”

In its testimony, CTA argued that the current regulatory environment and the level of enforcement governing the safe transportation of dangerous goods by truck overall work very effectively.

While it suggested that perhaps the committee might look at whether people conducting dangerous goods training should be required to have some sort of training qualifications, CTA’s main argument was that the best way to avoid crashes involving dangerous goods on the highway - which is where the interaction of trucks and the public is most concerning - or any other commodity

for that matter, would be to introduce ELDs and ESC requirements.

On the issue of Safety Management Systems (SMS) the Committee again heard that the Canadian trucking industry operates safely. According to CTA’s testimony the industry has achieved a low accident rate of 0.27 accidents per 10,000 shipments on Canada’s highways, and aims for continuous improvement.

Transport Canada also reported that commercial vehicle safety is continually improving, citing a 12% decline in both casualties and fatalities between 2008 and 2009, the most recent year for which statistics are available.

While there are no specific SMS requirements for federally-regu-

lated trucking companies, Transport Canada testified that SMS principles are incorporated in a number of the performance criteria set out in the National Safety Code. That combined with a more effective enforcement/sanction regime than exists in other modes, the use of other risk management tools and the fact that about 71% of trucking companies already have some form of voluntary SMSs in place, left the committee with no reason to mandate SMSs in the trucking industry.

In its report, the committee also discussed things like speed limiters, shipper responsibility and indemnification clauses but made no recommendations.

The review, which took 16 months to complete

was spawned by the 2013 rail accident at Lac Megantic, QC. The committee’s final report, released today contained recommendations for all modes - rail, air, marine and truck. In total, the committee - which heard testimony from over 50 organizations or individuals - made 10 recommendations. In addition to CTA, the committee also heard from the Alberta Motor Transport Association, the Manitoba Trucking Association, the Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association, RTL-Westcan Group of Companies and Gibson Energy Inc. A copy of the full report can be obtained at www. parl.gc.ca/Content/HOC/ Committee/412/TRAN/ Reports/RP7834953/412_ TRAN_Rpt04_PDF/412_ TRAN_Rpt04-e.pdf.

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Healthy Trucker

Break The Late-Night Eating Habit

By Melodie Champion

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or many people latenight eating is just a habit. It’s quiet at night, no one is around to see you eat, and it’s a peaceful time to enjoy your favorite foods. Chances are you satisfied your hunger at dinner, so these late-night munchies are not about being hungry. Instead, they’re a result of habit, boredom, stress, or fatigue after a long, hard day. No matter what the cause, eating at night usually leads to overeating and can wreak havoc on your weight-loss plan.

Keep in mind that it’s not necessarily the time you eat

that leads to weight gain, but the type of foods you tend to eat late at night.

Favorite snack foods may include ice cream, potato chips, chocolate, desserts - you get the picture. Your body does not process food differently after dark, but this is typically our least active time of the day when your calorie needs are decreased. Here are10 tips to help you get over late-night munching: Resolve not to eat past 8 pm (2 hours before bed for our late night drivers).

Try to distract yourself; first-go for a walk, drink a glass of water, or read a book. Between meals try to satisfy those cravings with low calories options like herbal tea, a handful of veggies, or a piece of fruit.

Increase the fiber in your diet. Try adding beans or whole grains to keep you feeling full. Increase the protein in your dinner. Research suggests that protein has the ability to keep hunger at bay.

When possible, limit eating to a designated area such as the kitchen or dining room. This helps avoid that mindless overeating in front of the television. Eat slowly and enjoy the taste of your food. Give yourself 15 to 20 minutes for your brain to get the signal that you have had enough.

Start your day with breakfast. People who skip

breakfast are more likely to snack on higher calorie foods later in the day. Be sure to use your food journal to help you track your meals and keep you on target with your eating plan.

Drink plenty of water throughout the day. The brain often confuses thirst for hunger.

When following these tips, also make sure you

have not cut your daytime calorie intake so low that you are starving at night.

You may need to increase the calories you consume during the day to avoid that late-night hunger. Another thing to consider is determining whether your urge to eat at night is really hunger - not boredom or simply just a habit.

If you’re plagued by mid-

night munching, do your best to get yourself into a regular meal routine. Keep it simple, and remember that your main goal is to get into the habit of not eating after dinner.

Melodie Champion, CHC, AADP, PTS, is a Nutritionist and Health Coach for Healthy Trucker. She can be reached at: www.healthytrucker.com.

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FTR

February Orders Meet Expectations

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loomington, Indiana (March 3, 2015) FTR has released preliminary data showing February 2015 North American Class 8 truck net orders at 30,900 units, in line with the company’s expectations.

February order activity was 12% below January settling into a more reasonable, seasonal level than the previous four months. However, it was still the best February since 2006, and a 7% y/y improvement. Orders have totaled 378,000 units over the last 12 months.

D o n A k e , F T R Vi c e President of Commercial Vehicles, commented, “Orders were spot on our expectations of 31,000.

The market has calmed

down but is still operating at a very healthy level. The economy and freight demand is more predictable, so orders should follow their cyclical trends for the next few months. However, it will be important to see how these orders are distributed throughout the year. There are still build slots that need to be filled in the first half of the year in order to keep build rates up. January orders were skewed for more deliveries in the second half of the year. It will be interesting if this “speculative” order pattern repeats in February.”

Final data for February will be available from FTR later in the month as part of its North American Commercial Truck & Trailer Outlook service.

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Sleep Issues

Dreamers Are Probably Safer Drivers

By Robert Macmillan

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ost would agree that driver fatigue is a safety concern and that sleep is an antidote for fatigue.

However, it is not the length of sleep that causes us to be refreshed; it is actually the amount of complete sleep-wake cycles that we get!

We go through five sleep stages, referred to as the sleep cycle. The first stage of the sleep cycle is a very light sleep from which it is easy to wake up. The

second stage moves into a slightly deeper sleep; there is a drop in body temperature and relaxation of muscles. The body’s immune system gets working on repairing the days’ damage and blood is sent to the muscles to be reconditioned. By now, you are completely asleep. Stages three and four represent our deepest sleep. About 90 minutes after we go to sleep and after the fourth sleep stage, we begin REM sleep in which your mind is being revitalised and

Healthy Living

Pure Maple Syrup are niacin, B2, B5, B6, folic acid, and vitamin A. (Imagine, it is even good for your eyes).

There more than 20 compounds found that

By Brenda Ricker

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ure maple syrup is a signature of our great nation.

Canada produces 71% of the world’s pure maple syrup. Maple syrup has long been part of Canada’s cultural fabric. It is a very healthy alternate to sugar.

Not only is it a treat and sweetener that everyone can use, it has nutritional value as well. Pure maple syrup is evaporated tree sap and so contains many healthy nutrients. The syrup is a 100% natural food. It contains minerals like manganese, zinc, low sodium, calcium and numerous trace minerals that the body requires. Some of the vitamins it contains

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are important to human health. The University of Rhode Island researchers inform us that the antioxidants in the syrup have anti-diabetic and antibacterial properties.

This is good.

Good news for anyone who is diabetic. Maple syrup can be used in place of sugar in coffee or tea, on cereals both cold and cooked, shakes, smoothies, glazing vegetables, fruit salads, salad dressings, pancakes, and waffles. Your imagination is the limit.

It is one of the most versatile sweeteners. As promised in previous columns I said I wouldn’t take away your sweets.

Imagine fried bananas in butter and de-glazing the pan with maple syrup.

How about maple French toast or maple syrup barbecue sauce for the upcoming season? Jazz up a cocktail instead of using simple syrup.

Here is a link with some g r e a t r e c i p e s . w w w. purecanadamaple.com/ maple-syrup-recipes.

I can be reached at: health_you_deserve@yahoo.ca.

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your emotions are being fine-tuned. The majority of dreaming occurs in this stage.

Undisturbed sleep allows for completed sleep cycles which are essential for next-day performance.

What is not good is to have our sleep disturbed. Most drivers, trucking companies and/or regulators

would undoubtedly agree that noise, light, hot or cold temperature, diet, and medical conditions such as sleep apnea can all be sleep disturbers. It seems, however, that many do not realize that a poor mattress means uncomfortable body pressure points for the sleeper which results in a disturbed sleep.

A person who only experiences 4 cycles of undisturbed sleep (6 hours) will actually be much more rested than a person who has slept for 8-10 hours but who has not been allowed to complete any one cycle because of being awakened or disturbed before the cycle was completed.

Dreaming indicates undisturbed sleep. To dream you need to sleep on a quality mattress. And the more you dream the safer a driver you will be.

Robert Macmillan is President of MacDavid Wellness Solutions and can be reached at: BobM@MacDavidInc. com.

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Employment

Eastern Report

Health & Wellness Conference

By George Fullerton

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f you were disappointed that you missed the Health and Wellness Conference presented by Trucking Human Resources Sector Council - Atlantic, you have another chance. The conference, originally scheduled for late March, was rescheduled to April 22 at the Holiday Inn in Truro, Nova Scotia. The cancellation was a result of nasty winter weather which has repeatedly shut down highways across Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and New Brunswick. Rather than having attendees risk travelling through a forecasted storm, THRSC decided to cancel and reschedule in April when weather should improve.

Kelly Henderson, Executive Director THRSC-A, outlined the day-long conference. “Health and Wellness: Myth, Tools and Opportunities,” was

structured in response to a health and wellness survey of trucking companies enrolled in THRSCA Employer of Choice program. A high portion of the 1,000 respondents indicated that having the tools to effectively manage stress is the number one health concern in their daily lives.

“It was the convincing number of responses citing stress management as one of the most important health concerns that led us to seek out experts on the issue and have them share their expertise with human resource people and other leaders in the trucking industry,” said Kelly Henderson.

A comprehensive health and wellness program is much more than fitness, nutrition, exercise and other physical choices.

Balancing the mental health of the workforce is at least equally important

to workforce wellness and productivity.

Increasingly, employers are recognizing that stress management is a very important workplace concern, and managing that issue is critically important for productivity and success of their business.

Beverly Beuermann King is a nationally recognized stress and wellness expert. Her interactive presentation, “Making Wellness Work” will evaluate workplace structures, supports and strategies to recognize the symptoms of stress and take measures to deal with it.

Kimberly Pochini with Patterson Law will review the complexities of dealing with mental health issues in the workplace, and review employers’ rights and responsibilities.

The conference will also host an Industry panel with members who will share their best practi-

ces for health and wellness. Pat Armour, Armour Transportation Systems, Stan Sarty, Eassons Transport, and Elaine Sode, Keltic Transportation will participate in the panel and share how their innovative health and wellness priorities work in their companies.

Industry leaders are in a position to identify high stress in the workplace and they are in a position to ensure their companies have tools on hand to help employees deal with stress.

This conference will help managers recognize the warning signs of productivity loss as a result of high stress in the workplace and offer effective tools to create a healthy and more supportive work environment while maintaining high productivity.

The conference luncheon will celebrate trucking companies from across the Atlantic regions who have achieved recognition in the Employer of Choice

program. The Employer of Choice program relies on employee evaluation to recognize companies that provide positive work places.

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Transport for Christ

Overlooking the Reverence of Our Awesome God

By Chaplain Len Reimer

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n today’s discussions we frequently hear God referred to with low reverence, maybe even as a curse; this, sometimes even among those who profess to know Him. The occurrence is certainly much too frequent. It would appear that many may be overlooking reverence for Him. If, or when, we take time to say grace at mealtime, do we realize we are speaking to the almighty Creator? He is the One who made us and rules over all things.

When we come across a special need in our life we usually find someone we have confidence in and our discussions grow into enriching exchanges.

This gives incentive to trust and depend on such persons. In fact, we may even begin to think and act alike.

As with people, the more time we spend with God the better we learn to know Him, and the more likely it is to develop our confidence in Him. With him we can accomplish big things. The stronger we work at respecting Him the better our chances will be to enjoy who He is, and the less time we are going to spend abusing Almighty God. More of our life will become pleasing to God. The more respectful we can be, the more of Him we will understand. Remembering His great work will further build

our confidence in Him. Lest we forget or overlook, April is Easter month. For many it is simply a long weekend and its purpose gets overlooked. Let’s remember John 3:16, For God so loved the world (you & me) that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

I wish all of you a happy Easter.

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Employment

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems

Bendix Marks 35 Years In Huntington, Indiana

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lyria, Ohio (March 5, 2015) In March 1 9 8 0 , B e n d i x ’s then-named Heavy Vehicle Systems Group began operations in Huntington, Indiana, employing 30 people at its newly built warehouse and distribution center. This year, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC celebrates 35 years as a community and industry leader in Huntington, with 450 workers employed across four growing high-tech facilities.

“Bendix’s growth and success here in Huntington have been built on the strength of our talented and innovative workforce,” said Fred Stevens, interim plant manager for Bendix at Huntington. “The work they do in producing, distributing, and supporting our leading-edge commercial vehicle safety technologies makes a positive impact every day on highways across North America.” Huntington’s plant manager, Mike Pogorelc, is currently completing a short-term international assignment for Bendix’s parent company, the Munich, Germany-based Knorr-Bremse Group. He is leading the transformation of a manufacturing facility in India as part of the company’s commitment to offer opportunities for strong professional growth and global learning to its leadership.

Bendix’s Huntington operation includes manufacturing and assembly facilities, as well as Bendix’s primary North American distribution center.

Together, the four locations cover 547,000 square feet. Plant I is the largest at 311,000 square feet, and primarily handles Bendix’s air compressor remanufacturing operations and electronics assembly. Plant I is also home to Bendix’s primary distribution center. The other three facilities consist of Bendix’s 100,000-square-foot Post-Sales Center, which provides remanufactured part inspection and war50 April 2015

ranty support work; the Modules Center (62,000 square feet), housing three production lines for commercial vehicle control modules; and the Bendix Brake Shoe Remanufacturing Center, opened in 2012 and expanded in 2014 to 74,000 square feet, which can produce several million remanufactured commercial vehicle brake shoes annually.

Work done at the Huntington campus has consistently been recognized by high-profile commercial vehicle manufacturers.

Most recently, in 2014, the operation received prestigious quality manufacturing awards from PACCAR – maker of Kenworth® and Peterbilt® trucks – and Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), which builds vehicles under the Freightliner, Western Star, and Thomas Built buses nameplates.

Milestones in the Huntington operation’s development include: 1 9 8 0 – H u n t i n g t o n ’s Plant 1 Distribution Center opens with 30 employees.

1984 – Air compressor remanufacturing operations begin.

1997 – Second Huntington facility opens, adding original equipment manufacturing capabilities.

2000 – Huntington’s third facility opens to support manufacture of pre-tested sub-assemblies known as integrated modules.

2002 – Bendix becomes a member of the KnorrBremse Group.

2003 – Huntington’s Plant 1 Distribution Center undergoes a 63,000-square-foot expansion to support business growth.

2005 – Huntington begins inventory management and distribution for Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake, a joint venture of Bendix and Dana Commercial Vehicle Products, LLC. 2008 – Bendix announces an $8.3 million expansion of Huntington operations and opens

its Sabine Street facility, which houses the Huntington operation’s second modules production plant.

2012 – The Bendix Brake Shoe Remanufacturing Center begins serial production at the Sabine Street facility, launching Bendix’s brake shoe remanufacturing operations.

2013 – Bendix opens an on-site healthcare center

for Huntington employees, offering workplace access to primary care, health assessments, health coaching, and disease management.

2014 – With a $3.2 million capital investment, Bendix expands Huntington’s brake shoe remanufacturing capabilities and capacity.

2014 – Bendix’s Hun-

tington manufacturing operations earn the Daimler Trucks North America 2013 Masters of Quality Award, as well as a place on PACCAR’s list of premier suppliers that meet demanding quality expectations.

2015 – The Bendix Brake Shoe Remanufacturing Center marks 2.5 million shoes assembled since its

opening.

As one of Huntington County’s top employers, Bendix contributes approximately $19 million per year to the area’s economy through payroll, taxes, and payments to local suppliers.

For more information, call 800-AIR-BRAKE (800.247.2725) or visit www.bendix.com.

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Employment

Canadian Trucking Alliance

Canada-US Sign Border Preclearance Agreement

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ashington, D. C . - C a n adian Trucking Alliance President David Bradley commended the preclearance agreement between Canada and the U.S. as a positive step towards achieving the promises of a freer flowing, more efficient border under the Beyond the Border Action Plan.

Canada’s Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, the Honourable Steven

Blaney and U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, Jeh Johnson, signed a formal preclearance agreement, paving the way for changes to the way goods and people move across the border.

B r a d l e y, w h o w a s present in Washington, DC for the signing, expressed support for what the trucking industry hopes will be an opportunity to redefine commercial truck processing. “Today’s news is a major step forward for both governments and

the trucking industry,” said Bradley. “While legislation is required in both countries to fully implement the agreement, we’re now on a path toward a fullyfunctioning pre-clearance policy where and when it makes sense.

“The agreement reflects the hard work of many people in the Canadian and U.S. Governments,” he said. “The yardsticks have definitely moved down the field.”

The Beyond the Border Action Plan of 2011

committed both governments to consider such an agreement, although plans stalled more than once. Nevertheless, two pre-inspection pilots conducted in B.C. and Ontario acted as precursors to this agreement, signalling commitment on both sides to explore whether or not preclearance is technologically and operationally possible.

The first, at the Pacific Highway crossing in 2013, required trucks to stop twice - once in Can-

ada to engage with US CBP and again on the US side. While the pilot was touted by governments as a success, industry was concerned the two-stop scenario created redundancy and traffic delays.

The second pilot in Fort Erie, Ontario instead established two pre-inspection booths on Canadian soil, dedicating resources from USCBP and Peace Bridge Authority to mitigate traffic delays.

To this point, CTA has maintained that the two pilots primarily tested “pre-inspection” rather than full pre-clearance.

“True pre-clearance would see a truck fully cleared by customs before arriving at the border,” said Bradley.

“This would allow a truck that has been pre-cleared to cross the border without having to stop at all.

This is where the potential for real-world efficiency lies.

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Phillips Industries

String of Trucking Awards

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anta Fe Springs, California - Electrical and Air Assemblies are among Heavy Duty Trucking’s 2015 Top 20 Products.

The list includes products introduced in 2014 and chosen by HDT editorial staff based on level of innovation, if it addresses significant industry issues or concerns, and has potential to improve a trucking operation’s bottom line.

A Phillips Industries product has made HDT’s Top 20 list in four of the past six years, and for three years in succession reflecting the company’s

commitment to solving industry problems as communicated to them by fleet representatives.

The new Phillips 4-in-1 spiral wrapped assemblies, with hanging clamp and clip, keeps cables kink free and organized for a clean look. They combine the Phillips straight ABS LECTRAFLEX™ cable, two rubber air lines and the option of a second electrical cable to operate a lift gate (single or dual pole) or other auxiliary equipment (ISOFLEX™ cable). The 4-in-1 ABS LECTRAFLEX™ cable is available with a variety of plug options including the STA-DRY® QCMS2™ or WEATHERTITE™ PERMAPLUGS™ which seal and lock out road contaminants, or the QCP™ (Quick-Change Plug) that makes field repairs simple. The ABS LECTRAFLEX™ is available with our standard zinc die-cast plugs as well.

The rubber air lines in the 4-in-1 assemblies have large grips for easy coupling and uncoupling with swivel fittings included on the tractor end for easy installation.

Visit us at www.phillipsind.com to learn how Phillips products can make a difference in your operation.

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Employment

The Complacency Coach

You Can’t Make Money by Avoiding the Bad Places

By Bruce Outridge

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ocial Media can be great story material for authors, and this article is no different.

Recently on a popular social media platform a story was told from a trucking friend of mine about some of the worst places for truckers to deliver to. At first the post caught my attention because it mentioned a Canadian city on the list.

There were five places

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on the list and three of them I had been to and were able to agree that two were bad. The other two were in California and I had never been there because I ran mostly East and South during my driving career. The truth is that you may never know they are the worst places for truckers if you haven’t been there. The five places listed were Gary, Indiana, Camden, New Jersey, Blythe, California, Fontana, California, and Brampton, Ontario. Now Gary and Camden are just slum areas, the California locations were known for enforcement harassment, and Brampton was known for Insurance fraud due to bad driving behaviour. Don’t tell your dispatch department about these cities if you don’t want to go there.

Often drivers don’t have a choice as to where they

go if they are running on an open board situation.

We have all been to bad places and whether you agree with the list or not there are bad places all over the world. There are also many good places and as drivers the freight dictates where we go. As a professional driver you may not be able to avoid the bad places and maybe you shouldn’t if you want to make money. Have you ever noticed that the bad places such as New Jersey, New York and the like pay better to drivers willing to visit businesses in their states? Are those the only five places that are bad in North America? Not a chance! How many of us know drivers that refuse to go to certain places out of fear of problems or stories they have heard from others?

Those drivers may be leaving money on the table because they are choosing their delivery locations based on comfort and safety.

Now, I certainly don’t want anyone to have problems or get harmed on the road, but the truth is that just being a professional driver will put

you into bad situations.

I agree that Hunts Point Market in New York, for example, is no picnic and that it is obvious by the sign on the Receiver’s door that says, “Lock your truck, this ain’t Disney Land.” Good professional drivers over time will build up their street smarts and the more you travel into bad areas, the more you learn to adjust how you do things to keep yourself

safe. You will never be able to avoid all the bad areas so you need to learn how to handle yourself in those areas. For me it was creating certain rules for myself such as being willing to go out of my way to sleep in a safe spot should I be required to stay over. Every driver is different and has their own system for protecting themselves, and that is the secret to staying safe. Develop

your street smarts and you will go further in your career. We can’t avoid all the bad places!

Bruce Outridge has been in the transportation industry for over 30 years and is the author of the books Driven to Drive and Running By The Mile. He has also released a new video series for drivers and owner operators. Learn more about Bruce and his products at www.outridgeenterprises.ca.

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Employment

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From the

Driver’s Seat By: Carl McBride carl@woodwardpublishing.com

Women Truck Drivers

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here has been a lot of discussion, meetings and articles written on the transport industries shortage of long haul truck drivers in Canada. Overseas, drivers have been recruited but this has still not solved the problem.

One area that is not being looked at hard enough is bringing more women on board as truck drivers.

This month the question is: “With the driver shortage in Canada, should we encourage more women into the industry as truck drivers?”

Sylvain Cayer drives for Benny Jo Transport out of St. Albert, Ontario: “Yes! Why not? I have yet to meet a lady driver who couldn’t drive as well as a man. Most lady drivers have an old school asset that a lot of new drivers don’t have. That is called common sense. No load is worth more than their life.”

Al Hicks drives for Jackson Transportation Systems from Orillia, Ontario: “As a driver trainer, I can say women in most cases are easier to train than men. Once they have finished their training, they are not afraid to take charge of their rig. If questions arise after training and they do, women drivers are quick to ask and get these questions answered, so they don’t make the same mistake again.”

Dave Benson drives for La Sera Transport from Alliston, Ontario: “Yes indeed, ladies make good drivers. Some areas may be more difficult than others. I have yet to see a lady walk away from a problem. Somehow they always seem to get the job done.”

Alain Jacobs drives for St. Michel Transport out of the St. Michel, Quebec terminal: “Yes! Ladies do have a place in the business as truck drivers.

Maybe not in all areas, such as flatbeds, the tarping is very difficult, but women behind the wheel are very good.”

••• If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, contact me at carl@woodwardpublishing.com or call me at 877.225.2232, ext. 304.

Remember, stay safe out there.

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