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Tuesday, February 28th, 2023
transport trucking statistics

Trucking transportation is one of the most important industries in the United States and is the engine that keeps the national economy running. Here is a quick guide on some of the most important transport trucking statistics that give us a snapshot of the current industry. 

Saturday, December 31st, 2022
flatbed truck maintenance

Performing routine trailer maintenance is an essential part of flatbed trucking. It enhances trucker safety while ensuring the haul reaches its destination blemish-free. Performing the following flatbed trailer maintenance tips will help your trailer maintain its integrity while potentially elongating its lifespan, allowing you to get the most out of your flatbed trailer.

Monday, October 24th, 2022
deckmate ladder

As a professional truck driver, you need tools that make your life easier and safer. The Deckmate Ladder accomplishes both tasks through innovative design and useful features. But is it worth the buy? Let’s take a look!

Tuesday, September 27th, 2022
Deckmate Ladder - Gateway Supply

Truck drivers know that life on the road includes potentially dangerous situations. Truck breakdowns, accidents, load problems, or hazardous material spills happen quickly and require fast response. With the right truck driver safety equipment, you can prepare to handle any situation without endangering yourself, your truck, or others on the road.

Monday, December 27th, 2021
Flatbed truck in snow

Winter weather brings with it many hazards that can affect your day-to-day driving if you’re not used to it. Each winter, flatbed drivers spend countless hours behind the wheel in awful conditions – everything from heavy snow to sleet to rain. Even if you don’t live in an area where winter weather is common, trucking companies will often place their inexperienced employees on routes through these areas during the winter months. Here are some tips and tricks to help you drive this winter.

Monday, November 8th, 2021
trucking in the winter

Winter is right around the corner, and with it comes the snow, ice, strong winds and subzero temperatures. Truck drivers have to travel long distances and deliver cargo no matter what the weather is, so they should be prepared for anything. Here are some items every truck driver should have in case of emergency during the colder months. Most of these items are good to keep in your truck year round, but are especially useful during extreme weather.

Thursday, September 2nd, 2021
truck driving

As a new truck driver, it’s important for you to learn as much as you can before you start driving. New drivers don’t have any experience to help out on the road, unlike truck drivers who have been doing their jobs for years. Here are some tips and tricks every new truck driver should know.

Friday, August 6th, 2021
Semi truck

Truck drivers do more than sit behind the wheel and ship goods all over the country. They operate some of the largest vehicles on the planet, while navigating through inclement weather and cities not designed for their weight or size. These drivers operate under a comprehensive regulatory regime managed by federal and state governments and insurance companies.

Friday, June 12th, 2020

There is no precise guide for all truck drivers to follow when loading and unloading cargo off or on a flatbed truck. Despite this, a few comprehensive procedures can be followed to make these processes safer. The variety of loads transported on these trucks varies, so every truck driver should understand their own procedures. The following are four important safety measures that should be put in place when loading and unloading flatbed trailers.

Tuesday, May 12th, 2020
securing loads on a flatbed trailer safely with a flatbed safety ladder

Trailer ladders are relatively simple tools to use. Injuries from falling off a ladder are unfortunately quite common, with more than 100,000 people treated for them each year. With such alarming numbers, you cannot assume that your workers are familiar with their safety ladders. The following are some tips to help you instruct your workers on how to safely and effectively use these important tools.