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Verduyn Tarps at the Canadian Concrete Expo 2025: Innovation Meets Industry

By Dana Cantelo / January 28, 2025
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Verduyn Tarps is thrilled to announce its participation in the highly anticipated Canadian Concrete Expo (CCE), set to take place on February 12th-13th, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario. The event, renowned for showcasing the latest innovations and technologies in the concrete industry, is the perfect opportunity for us to highlight our high-quality, durable, and reliable tarp […]

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Ice Rink Tarps: A True Gift with Purchase

By Dana Cantelo / December 13, 2024
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Exciting Holiday Giving: 10% of All Ice Rink Tarp Sales Going to Gore Park Community Outreach!  This December, we are celebrating the season of giving in a special way—by donating 10% of all ice rink tarp sales to the Gore Park Community Outreach. As winter approaches and outdoor ice rinks start to pop up in […]

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What Is a Dry Van?

By Dana Cantelo / November 28, 2024
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A dry van refers to an enclosed trailer used for transporting a wide variety of goods, ensuring protection from external elements. These vans have solid walls, a roof, and a floor, shielding cargo from harsh weather conditions like rain and extreme cold. Unlike refrigerated trailers equipped with temperature control systems, dry vans are designed for […]

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What to Expect from Verduyn Tarps and The Trucking Industry in 2025

By Dana Cantelo / November 21, 2024
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Looking at Canada’s trucking industry in 2025 through a broad lens, we will likely see a blend of traditional operations and innovative technologies. While full automation is not yet a reality, there will be significant advancements in electric trucks, AI integration, and smart technologies. The industry’s ability to adapt to regulatory pressures, workforce challenges, and […]

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Find Us At The Building Show!

By Dana Cantelo / November 21, 2024
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It’sss SHOWTIME!!!    Mark you calendars! Verduyn Tarps is rolling into town…  Returning for its 36th year, The Buildings Show is North America’s largest exposition, conference, and networking event for construction, building design and property management communities taking place December 4 – 6, 2024 in downtown Toronto, Ontario.    Our team is excited to be participating […]

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What are Glad Hands on a Truck?

By Dana Cantelo / November 7, 2024
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What Are Glad Hands on a Truck? What are glad hands, how do they work, and why should Canadian truck drivers and fleet managers invest in them? Operating heavy-duty or commercial trucks requires trailers to be properly equipped to meet the demands associated with these vehicles. Essential for maintaining safety and compliance, the glad-hand connection […]

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Next Stop: 2024 CVSA Roadcheck Results!

By Owen McGivern / October 31, 2024

What Is the International Roadcheck? The International Roadcheck, organized by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), is an annual event focused on improving road safety and compliance for commercial vehicles. During this event, which typically lasts 72 hours, enforcement officials conduct inspections on commercial vehicles across North America. The goal is to ensure that vehicles […]

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Bulletproof Reliability: The Eagle Tarp System

By Owen McGivern / September 27, 2024
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We are continuing our series of bringing you the most up-to-date Track testing news and just have posted a new blog on VerduynTarps.com that is a must read!…   At Verduyn Tarps, we know that our Eagle Tarp System has the strongest and most durable track on the market, but it is important that we back […]

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All About Heavy Duty Tarpaulins and Tarps

By Owen McGivern / September 25, 2024
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Canada has diverse and challenging weather conditions, making it harder for truckers to transport cargo. This is why truckers rely on durable tarps to safeguard cargo from snow, wind, rain, and other harsh environmental factors. All about heavy duty tarpaulins and tarps, these essential tools provide reliability and strength to keep cargo safe and secure. […]

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A Track Record of the Eagle Tarp System: Reaching New Heights

By Dana Cantelo / September 24, 2024
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At Verduyn Tarps, we believe your track should be the strongest part of your system. Since our bays opened in 1986, we knew we had a pretty great product on our hands – our Eagle Tarp System. Confidence grew over the years as the positive feedback from our customers poured in.   The Next Best Thing  […]

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