Monthly Archive: July 2019
Lab chemicals are an essential part of many research laboratories, and chemical transport is often a component of laboratory moving and maintenance. While many chemicals are harmless, some fall into the category of hazardous materials…
Penski Logistics recently celebrated the grand opening of its 606,000-square-foot, build-to-suit standard freezer-cooler distribution center in Romulus, Mich. The company said its new facility is responsible for bringing more than 400 new jobs to the…
Cummins Inc. and Isuzu Motors Limited have taken another step forward in their partnership by entering into the Isuzu Cummins Powertrain Partnership agreement. The agreement, announced in May, formalized a business structure for the two…
Murphy USA recently honored Team Logistics, a fuel delivery provider, as “2018 Carrier of the Year.’’ Murphy USA, based in El Dorado, Ark., operates a network of convenience stores. Murphy USA’s award recognizes Team Logistics…
by Carroll McCormick Years ago a trucker told me that if a fellow trucker was running low on fuel, he would ask to tailgate another truck. Sneaking along like this, tucked in out of...
One of the largest family-owned businesses in Somerset County today announced that it has hired Eric Knopsnyder as Director of Marketing for Riggs Industries, Inc. He will be replacing Shahira Hoffman who will be retiring…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has granted an exemption request from Groendyke Transport Inc. that allow the company to install amber brake-activated pulsating lights on the back of its trailers. Such lights...
Heniff Transportation Systems of Oak Brook, Ill., recently recognized five children of employees by awarding each a $5,000 renewable scholarship to pursue post-high school education at an accredited university or trade school. The selections are…
America’s trucker shortage is about to hit consumers right where it hurts: in the kitty litter. McDonald’s Corp. long-time distributor Martin-Brower Co. is raising delivery fees, imperiling low menu prices, and Procter and Gamble Co…
Until self-driving fuel-delivery fleets become a reality, human drivers will continue to have the bulk of the responsibility in ensuring that all unloading activities at the retail or commercial fueling site are conducted accurately...