LANCASTER, Texas - (NewMediaWire) - July 15, 2024 - Since its inception in 1997, Shock-Gard has made a significant impact in the cargo securement industry. Founded by Matthew Bullock in Philadelphia, ...

Severe weather, rough and steep roads, and congestion are just a few of the countless factors that can contribute to cargo becoming dislodged or shifting mid transit. Proper cargo securement is a must ...

Cargo securement is among the top five out-of-service violations for heavy haulers, according to US Cargo Control’s Business Development Consultant Alex Ledger. “Improper or inadequate cargo ...

According to U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) statistics, commercial motor vehicles transport an estimated 11 billion tons of cargo annually, which is approximately 71 percent of the nation’s ...

When it comes to cargo securement, having the proper type and quantity of tie-downs is only half the battle. In order to safely secure a load, tie-downs must be in good working condition without cuts, ...

Heavy Duty Trucking magazine is hosting a free webinar Apr. 29 tackling the challenges associated with meeting basic cargo control requirements faced by trucking companies. Last year, 67,000 roadside ...

During the 2018 Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s Roadcheck blitz, 13% of all the out of service violations were for insufficient cargo securement. We can all imagine the potential consequences ...

Central Oregon Truck Company's hands-on load securement training is very thorough. It has two trailers in its training bay. Cargo securement is one of two areas that is the focus of this year’s ...

Emily Newton is the Editor-in-Chief of Revolutionized. She regularly explores the impact technology has on the industrial sector. Whether you are a rookie or a veteran in the trucking industry, you ...

Though tailored for an audience of fleet managers and executives, Overdrive‘s and sister site CCJ‘s Equipment Editor Jack Roberts has an article on CCJ discussing cargo securement for flatbed ...