Chemical transportation in bulk tanks and trailers is a different world from dry van and other types of truck transport. There are a host of regulations as well as product and equipment concerns that need to be navigated for product to move safely and
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Pneumatic trucking is a specialized method of transporting dry bulk materials such sand, flour, and plastic pellets. This process involves using enclosed tank trailers with a built-in system for loading and unloading materials through air pressure. It is
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For carriers and shippers in the bulk freight industry, the logistics of finding reliable tanker washout facilities is a vital part of planning efficient routes. Bulk Connection's tank wash finder tool has been a go-to resource for over five years,
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As 2024 draws to a close, the bulk trucking industry remains steady—with capacity holding strong and demand experiencing modest declines in both bulk liquid and dry bulk shipments. While these factors contribute to a stable operating environment, they
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Bulk liquid transport is a complex operation requiring careful planning, safety protocols, and attention to detail. At Bulk Connection, we understand that the secure loading of bulk liquid tanker trucks is essential for the safe delivery of materials to
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Rail service disruptions in North America are typically caused by weather-related events like hurricanes, flooding, and snowstorms that can wreak havoc on rail lines. With such events happening regularly across North America, it’s not a matter of ‘if’
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ISO 9001 is recognized as one of the most rigorous quality management standards in existence. But despite its benefits, many 3PL transportation providers shy away from adopting it due to the significant challenges it presents. At Bulk Connection,
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As we close out the second quarter of 2024, the bulk freight transportation industry has seen a steady continuation of trends established in the first quarter. Both liquid and dry bulk trucking volumes have remained consistent, providing a stable
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June marks the 5th anniversary of the Bulk Connection Tank Wash Finder, the bulk freight industry's most comprehensive tank wash location directory.
Since its launch in 2019, the tool has been used tens of thousands of time by dispatchers, drivers and
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Welcome to another installment of our series on getting to know the people behind Bulk Connection. Today, we're featuring Dan Cordock. Dan is a Customer Service Representative (CSR) who has been with Bulk Connection for over 20 years and has performed
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