Long haul trucks fill the highways day after day, transporting large quantities of goods across North America. We are all aware that recent developments such as computers, satellite communications, and the internet have vastly improved the trucking industry by increasing productivity, saving time and providing peace of mind for drivers. But, the truck will always remain the pillar of the industry. Without a proper understanding of the mechanics of both the truck and the trailer, these technological advances will be irrelevant. Here are 10 quick facts that pay homage to the truck itself: The average semi engine is... Read More
When planning a load for refrigerated transportation, the type of shipping container used is a key factor in order to maintain quality of the produce being shipped and present the product in a visually appealing way to consumers, so that sales returns can be maximized. Common considerations include ensuring that the container type must is compatible with the product being shipped and confirming its ability to withstand the duration of the trip. Common shipper container materials that are used in the produce industry are: - Wood: nailed, stitched, wire bound crates. Commonly used for corn, apples, pears, and oranges. - ... Read More
Following up on yesterday’s Twitter and Facebook announcements, Canadian carriers can now receive direct deposit from UWT in Canadian Funds! As a review: We offer various payment method options in order to suit our Carrier partners’ specific requirements. You can choose the option that best suits your needs: Check – sent out via regular mail on Net 7 Day terms to the billing address we have on file for your company. Factor – if you Factor your invoice, you will need to provide us with your Factoring Company’s name and address. If you want to take advantage of our Quick... Read More
There is now less than two months until the compliance date for the Hours of Service Drivers Final Rule. On July 1, 2013 drivers will need comply with the following: Limitation on minimum 34-hour restarts: Must include two periods between 1am and 5am home terminal time. May only be used once per 168 hours (once per week). Rest breaks: Drivers may drive only if 8 hours or less have passed since the end of driver’s last off-duty period of at least 30 minutes. These provisions are a continuation of further rules that came into effect on February 27, 2012: On-duty time: Not to include any... Read More
We all know product temperature maintenance is key to successful deliveries of perishable products. Two tools that are often used in the industry to ensure perishables are loaded at the correct temperature and then maintained at the accurate temperature during transit are pulp temperature thermometers and temperature recorder devices. Pulp Temperature Thermometers Pulp temperature thermometers come in many configurations and at varying costs. It’s recommended that drivers have at least 2 on hand, and that they know how to calibrate them (check our blog post here on how to calibrate your thermometer). Prior to and during loading, drivers should... Read More
Only 3 days until Team UWT Running the Road Ahead participates in the 2013 Vancouver Sun Run! Our 17(!!!) runners have been busy preparing for their shoes to hit the streets. A few weeks ago, we discussed what to eat before and after running. Read up on that post here. So with 3 days to go, we are all feeling great and excited to complete the race, and carry on our team running tradition by sporting our company blue shirts. As the race is and will continue to be a positive experience that marks the start of spring... Read More
We all know smart phones are a necessity in today’s world, especially for drivers who are out on the road for days at a time; they allow us all to stay connected with our families, friends, and business contacts. Below, some tips on how to manage your smartphone more efficiently, so that you are getting the most out of it. Take the time to manage your wireless provider. Know how and what features you use and how often before you enter into a contract. Protect yourself against rate hikes by monitoring your usage. If it is available, it is... Read More
Good morning from Carrier Relations! When asked to do a guest post this week, we thought a review of the different settings on a refrigerated trailer would be great. So, let’s get down to it… Refrigerated trailer temperature settings are one of the most critical aspects that can influence fruit and vegetables products upon delivery. Below is a description of both settings and further information on their functions: Continuous: Continuous setting must be used for produce loads, as they need continuous air flow to handle the heat of product respiration. Continuous air flow allows for more consistent temperature throughout the trailer for... Read More
The MLB isn’t the only one practicing for their time to shine. Team UWT : running the road ahead is also back in training for our 2nd shot at the Vancouver Sun Run, taking place Sunday, April 21, 2013. Only 24 more days until our 17 person team gets out there and we are making sure we are in tip-top shape for the 10km run, which has become one of Vancouver’s traditional rites of Spring! A look at what we are up to and what we’re eating: Talks of 5km training runs on the weekends have become common lunchroom... Read More
The SMC is the tool behind the FMCSA’s investigative process. It was designed to help safety investigators and drivers improve safety by identifying and correcting safety performance and compliance issues. The SMC provides safety investigators and drivers with a step-by-step process that goes beyond identifying what the violation is to get at why the safety performance issue is occurring. The tool has 6 Safety Management Processes (SMPs) which are presented in a particular order to represent the areas of a carrier company’s operations: All 6 Processes listed above help to provide a framework for safety investigators and motor carriers... Read More
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