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There’s a story that gets told around Verduyn Tarps — one that anyone who has spent time with founder Lloyd Verduyn has probably heard at least once. It’s about a man driving through Hamilton, Ontario, knocking on doors and asking if anyone needed their tarps repaired for months on end, before a single person said yes.  That story matters — not as […]

Every year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) coordinates International Roadcheck — a massive 72-hour enforcement blitz spanning the United States, Canada, and Mexico. During those three days, CVSA-certified inspectors at weigh stations and pop-up inspection sites across the country conduct North American Standard Level I Inspections on commercial motor vehicles and their drivers. With nearly 15 trucks inspected every single minute across

The Ultimate Trailer Showdown Is Here  To celebrate 40 years of innovation, reliability, and partnership in the trucking industry, Verduyn Tarps is proud to launch the Eagle Tarp All-Star Showdown — a bracket-style competition inspired by March Madness that puts some of the most standout trailers from our archives head-to-head.  This exciting campaign highlights the durability, performance,

Winter is hard enough for adults, but for children without proper outerwear, the cold can be dangerous. Thankfully, organizations like Knights of Columbus Council #3615 in Trenton, Michigan, are stepping in to ensure kids have the warmth and protection they need. Their signature Coats for Kids program provides new coats, hats, and gloves to children

At Verduyn Tarps, we believe in progress — both in business and in the communities we serve. Our Gary, Indiana location recently received a small but meaningful change: the street we’re located on has been renamed to honor one of the city’s most influential leaders. While our address has been updated, everything else remains exactly

When it comes to cargo, safety and compliance come first. Follow these practical cargo securement tips to protect your load and stay inspection-ready:  Quick Cargo Securement Tips for Truckers:  Verify Working Load Limits (WLL): Ensure the combined WLL of your straps meets or exceeds your cargo weight.  Inspect every strap: Remove any strap that is

It’s that time again—CVSA’s Operation Safe Driver Week runs from July 13–19, 2025, across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Law enforcement agencies are on the lookout for unsafe driving behaviors, issuing warnings or citations to commercial motor vehicle (CMV) and passenger vehicle drivers alike (CVAS, 2025).    ???? Why This Matters for Truckers  Primary Focus:

In the fast-paced world of US trucking and freight logistics, reliable partnerships built on trust and quality are key to sustained success. One standout example is the decade-long collaboration between Verduyn Tarps and ET Transport, delivering premium tarping solutions tailored specifically for ET Transport’s Conestoga trailers.  Built on Quality and Innovation  For over ten years,

At Verduyn Tarps, your safety and trust are our top priorities. We want to inform you about a serious issue that may affect your shopping experience—copycat websites pretending to be us by unlawfully using our brand’s likeness and assets.  What’s Happening?  Fraudulent websites are mimicking Verduyn Tarps by using our logos, images, videos, product names,