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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
It All Started with A Dream… This summer Verduyn Tarps celebrated its 38th anniversary of business. What started as a one-man operation has grown into a multi-national, multi-bay enterprise with almost 150 employees across four locations! Lloyd Verduyn opened his first 2,000 sq. foot shop in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada on May 1, 1986, with his […]
What is an E-Track System? Ensuring efficiency, adaptability, and safety are essential in the Canadian trucking industry. Whether you’re a truck owner or a driver, getting the right equipment and tools for your needs should be a top priority. In today’s technology, there are many ways to maximize operational efficiency even in the trucking industry. […]
Located at 28 Roy Roche Drive in Centreport, Manitoba, Quality Trailers is a company that takes pride in the industrial-strength quality of their trailer systems. Quality Trailers specializes in trailer parts, service, and sales. They are the licensed vendor for BWS, Stoughton, Doonan, and Mac trailers, providing options in steel, aluminum, or combo materials. In […]
What Is A Headache Rack? One of the questions that might linger to those who are not familiar with a headache rack is “What is a headache rack?” Or “why is it called a headache rack?”. A headache rack is one simple, but highly functional, portion of a trucker’s essential equipment that provides safety for […]
When searching for a reliable tarp that can provide solid protection against the harsh weather conditions we have in Canada, canvas tarps never disappoint. Made with heavy-duty, water-resistant fabric, these tarps do an impressive job protecting personal items from dust and moisture. While there are many off-the-rack tarps you can purchase on the market, it […]
