Wheel-Ends: Torque Your Nuts - Maintenance - Trucking Info
WEBNov 2, 2010 · Hand tighten or use a low-torque nut runner to firm down the flange nuts. Lower the truck off the jack, and then tighten to the recommended torque following the proper sequence for your wheel type ...
Past Issues - Trucking Info
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Cargo Securement: What You Need to Know - Safety
WEBFeb 21, 2017 · As with straps, chain ratings must equal at least one-half the weight of the cargo. Heavy equipment over 10,000 pounds requires direct tie-downs, and a minimum of four per piece, though carriers ...
Kingpin Inspection and Maintenance Recommendations
WEBAug 31, 2020 · The following procedures are based upon recommendations outlined in SAE J2228. To assure proper and safe kingpin/fifth wheel coupling, kingpin inspection and maintenance should be conducted every ...
Hub Group Acquires Choptank Transport, Advances in Cold-Chain …
WEBOct 19, 2021 · Hub Group has acquired Choptank Transport, a provider of non-asset refrigerated transportation solutions with an expansive network of over 20,000 carriers throughout North America, specializing in ...
ATA, AMSA Join Forces for Conference, New Council
WEBAug 7, 2020 · The decision allows AMSA to begin the process of joining ATA as the newly established Moving & Storage Conference, as well as the creation of the Moving & Storage Council, both of which will serve ...
Understanding the New 30-Minute Break Rule
WEBJun 9, 2020 · Under the current rule, a 30-minute rest break is required in order to drive a CMV after going 8 consecutive hours without a break. Drivers must be off duty and/or in a sleeper berth for their ...
Paccar Unveils 2021 MX Engines - Equipment - Trucking Info
WEBMay 6, 2021 · The Paccar MX-11 can now be spec’d with a higher horsepower rating of up to 445 hp at 1,700 lb.-ft. of torque at 900 RPM. The Paccar MX-13 can be spec’d up to 510 hp at 1,850 lb.-ft. of torque ...
California Trucking Braces for AB5: Supreme Court Won't Hear …
WEBJun 30, 2022 · Photo: Supremecourt.gov. California’s AB5 law severely restricting the use of independent contractors will soon be enforced against the trucking industry after the U.S. Supreme Court declined to ...
Do Your Truck Drivers Know How to Descend a Mountain Grade?
WEBJan 7, 2022 · The manual says, “If your ‘safe’ speed is 40 mph, you would not apply the brakes until your speed reaches 40 mph. You now apply the brakes hard enough to gradually reduce your speed to 35 ...