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The 2025 International Roadcheck is fast approaching! From May 13 to 15, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will carry out this high-visibility inspection event across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. During this 72-hour blitz, inspectors will focus on ensuring commercial vehicles and drivers are adhering to safety regulations, while also promoting education and […]
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The Gordie Howe International Bridge project, a pre-pandemic, monumental infrastructure endeavor connecting Detroit, Michigan, to Windsor, Ontario, promises to reshape the future of cross-border trade between the U.S. and Canada. Located within 10 miles of the Verduyn Tarps Detroit location, the new bridge brings hope and relief to the Metro Detroit area. While the bridge […]
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The US Trucking Industry Outlook for 2025: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities The U.S. trucking industry is a vital component of the nation’s economy, responsible for moving the vast majority of goods across the country. Looking at 2025, several key trends, challenges, and opportunities will shape the future of the industry. From technological advancements to regulatory […]
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The Devastation of Hurricane Helene: A Tragic Reminder of Nature’s Power In the Fall of 2024, the world witnessed the fury of one of the most devastating hurricanes in recent history—Hurricane Helene. The Category 5 storm, which rapidly strengthened in the Atlantic Ocean, left a trail of destruction across coastal areas, bringing with it winds […]
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Truck ramps are inclined platforms used to load or unload vehicles, equipment, or other heavy items onto or off of a truck bed. They are handy for loading low-clearance vehicles (like cars, motorcycles, or ATVs) or heavy machinery onto pickup trucks, trailers, or other transport vehicles. Types of Truck Ramps: Single Ramps: A single ramp […]
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What are V-boards for Flatbeds? One of the very basic priorities of truckers worldwide is to protect their cargo. This is why corner protectors are a part of every trucker’s standard toolkit. There are various corner protectors, and one of the most common is the V-board for flatbed trucks. V-boards, also known as Vee boards […]
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Whether you are a long hauler, flatbedder, or dry van trucker, you are definitely familiar with tie downs, especially transport chains and binders. Simply put, chains and binders are used to secure a variety of load sizes on trucks, which is something you’ll do every day. Briefly, here are the steps: Be familiar with local […]
Read MoreWhat’s This About Roadchecks? The CVSA 2024 International Roadcheck is an annual event organized by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) aimed at promoting commercial vehicle safety. During this event, inspectors across North America conduct inspections on commercial vehicles, focusing on critical safety items to ensure compliance with regulations. Typically, the International Roadcheck involves: Safety […]
Read MoreSafety is always a top priority at Verduyn Tarps. With that being said we hope that everyone is staying safe and taking all necessary precautions during the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Our thoughts are with those in the affected areas, and we urge everyone to follow local authorities’ guidance, stay informed of weather updates, and […]
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As we previously mentioned in our blog, “Reaching New Heights: A Track Record of the Eagle Tarp System,” it has been well over 20 years since we last put our Eagle Tarp System’s track though any sort of testing. We knew our next evolution of testing had to be major to make up for lost […]
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