Essential Guide to Hazardous Material Shipping: 9 Key Classes & Regulations
Discover the 9 critical classes of hazardous material shipping and the vital FMCSA regulations that ensure safe transport. Stay compliant and avoid hefty penalties.
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Top 5 DEF Fluid Disposal Methods for Optimal Efficiency
Discover the most efficient DEF Fluid Disposal Methods to ensure proper handling, regulatory compliance, and minimal environmental impact.
Cold Weather Stresses Truck Components
Cold weather can cause headaches for drivers and maintenance managers alike. Most industry veterans are familiar with the havoc that winter can cause for a truck’s fundamental components. However, many are not as comfortable with…
Preventing Truck Collisions
by Samantha Tung T ruck-related accidents are a real risk for any truck driver. The only thing one can do is decrease the chances of an accident. Thankfully, there are a number of things tank-truck op…
DEF requires proper handling
Editor’s note: What follows is a quick tutorial on what diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) is and how truck operators should use it. What is DEF (diesel exhaust fluid)? DEF is the reactant necessary for the f…
Caution Required When Operating Vacuum Truck
When operating any type of heavy duty equipment, safety should always be a top priority, especially when the equipment being used is a massive extracting machine such as a vacuum truck. These vehicles…
Septic Trucks Need Daily Care
Septic vacuum trucks used to suction out septic tanks are highly specialized industrial vehicles, designed to withstand the rigors of this unsavory job. Daily maintenance and inspections are a priorit…
Time has arrived to winterize trucks
You can almost hear the cooling systems of the nation’s tank trucks heaving a sigh of relief as warm weather abates. Winter, however, isn’t any easier on a truck’s cooling system. It’s time, then, for…
Water trucks require regular inspection
How equipment operators haul and apply water can significantly impact overall safety and productivity. Though water trucks seem pretty basic in application and design, several factors have a significa…
Today’s diesel vulnerable to microbes
When the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) mandated a change to ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) in 2007, it caused some significant problems for fleets. The majority of fleet managers are not aware…
