tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16688535639488789772012-01-30T01:32:57.846-08:00Blogging the Road AheadUnited World Cargo brings you market news and insights from the constantly evolving produce and trucking industries.United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.comBlogger921100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-37776759124145756492012-01-19T11:44:00.000-08:002012-01-19T11:44:49.478-08:00New Year, New PlaceBlogging the Road Ahead has moved!!!! Our blog is now fully integrated with our website, http://www.unitedworldcargo.com/blog/!! We have also made some great visual upgrades to our website, so please visit us there, have a look around and let us know what you think!!!!
United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-30763289301007333252012-01-12T10:19:00.000-08:002012-01-12T10:19:48.708-08:00Accurate and Steady Wins the DeliveryLet’s get the New Year started with the right temp!! Although it’s cold outside for most of us and we are eagerly awaiting the return of those sunny & warm days, we can control some of the temperatures we deal with on a daily basis. That’s right, the setting of reefer running temperatures!!!
This is a topic we like to revisit on a regular basis, as the impact of improper reefer temperature United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-50575800473264539462012-01-05T10:43:00.000-08:002012-01-05T10:43:10.658-08:002011 ~ A Year in Review
Now (unbelievably!!) in our first week of 2012, it’s time to take stock and review 2011. It was, as always, an eventful year for the trucking and produce industries. In particular, there have been many factors that have affected truck movement, availability, and capacity. Most notably, 2011 will probably go down in history as what many are calling the turning point in the regulation of the United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-66831484088861481322011-12-22T09:31:00.000-08:002011-12-22T09:36:53.154-08:00~ HAPPY HOLIDAYS ~
2011: what a year!!! Many new faces and going new places, and we all can say that we have much to be grateful for during this eventful year in the refrigerated produce transportation industry, and are looking forward to continued success for our Customer and Carrier Partners.
Once again this year, we have decided to offer our best wishes by way of a charitable donation to families through United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-64141159909925989522011-12-21T09:53:00.000-08:002011-12-21T09:53:04.285-08:00The Festivities Have Begun!!!!!
Busy week here at UWC! Yesterday, we held our first annual gingerbread people decorating contest. There were 10 teams in total, and each person had their own gingerbread to decorate; then a vote was cast.
And the winners were… the Coconut Team!!! Here, a sample of their work:
A great job was done by everyone! Today, the festivities continue with a Secret Santa gift swap!!!!
United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-31638572358113402412011-12-15T09:59:00.000-08:002011-12-15T09:59:48.771-08:00Safe TravelsWinter road conditions are in full effect, especially in the Pacific North West. Rain, sleet, black ice, slush, and snow are going to be regular road conditions for this winter season. As drivers know, these are especially prevalent on mountain passes.
Below some tips on how to be prepared for winter driving conditions:
1. Make sure to do a pre-trip inspection before each trip. Although this United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-11303176473687043242011-12-08T09:16:00.001-08:002011-12-08T09:56:18.204-08:00Pulp Thermometers are Here!!!
The second shipment of UWC pulp temperature thermometers have arrived at TC Trans in Blaine, WA!
A pulp temperature thermometer is one of the most necessary items in a driver’s toolkit, along with a pen, notepad, and camera equipped mobile phone. A pulp temperature thermometer is a mandatory tool for all produce loads; All UWC loads MUST be pulped at pickup and delivery!
Pulp at United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-8533382089907256432011-12-01T09:27:00.001-08:002011-12-01T09:37:22.286-08:00The Way of the Smart
For a few years now, the California Environmental Protection Agency has been working on initiatives to reduce climate changing emissions from tractor-trailers and refrigerated trailer units. UWC has been closely monitoring all initiatives in order to provide information and updates to our followers, which can be found published in various posts on this blog, and in various editions of our United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-53175331041314469522011-11-24T09:25:00.000-08:002011-11-24T09:25:00.118-08:00Giving Thanks
Happy Thanksgiving to all our US Customer and Carrier Partners!!
We hope you have a great long weekend! We would like to take this time to thank each and every one of you for your business and support, and we look forward to continuing long term business relationships!
~~ Have a great turkey day!! ~~
United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-13975124017143961302011-11-17T09:08:00.001-08:002011-11-17T09:12:49.480-08:00In the Running!
Recently, UWC applied for an award program offered by the international accounting firm, Deloitte & Touche. The program, Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies, also runs in several European Countries, Asia, and Mexico. The Canadian division of the program was established back in 1993, and is recognized as one of the country’s leading business award program. The Best Managed designation United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-83651961710345965482011-11-10T08:54:00.001-08:002011-11-10T09:21:01.724-08:002007 or Newer? You're In... 2006 and Older? You're Out!
The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have announced that trucks older than 2006 will be banned from entry to port terminals beginning in January 2012. Back in January 2010, ports banned trucks with 1993 or older engines. This latest step, which is part of the Clean Trucks Program introduced in October 2008, is the last phase in the planned progression to disallow older trucks into the portsUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-36128220432010730982011-11-03T09:20:00.000-07:002011-11-03T09:20:53.807-07:00Revisiting.... Refrigeration!!!Trailer refrigeration is one of, if not, the most important factor in ensuring the delivery success of fresh fruits and vegetables. The object of trailer refrigeration is to prolong storage and shelf life, and to maintain quality by lowering the commodity temperature so that respiration, metabolic deterioration, and decay are slowed down. One of the most important things to remember is that the United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-33728497121945306592011-11-01T07:36:00.000-07:002011-11-01T07:36:41.341-07:00And the Winners Are.....Yesterday, UWC had our 2nd Annual Pumpkin Carving Contests. Teams of 3 or 4 were randomly selected, and 8 pumpkins in total were carved! At the end of the day, a vote was taken. Below, the pumpkin of the winning team, yoU Will Cry:
Great pumpkin team, and great name too!!!! Head over to our facebook page to see all 8 great pumpkins!!! Hope everyone had a safe and fun Halloween!United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-52112201749856481732011-10-27T09:01:00.000-07:002011-10-27T09:01:18.283-07:00First Mexican Truck Crosses into US, Tariffs Dropped
The produce industry has celebrated the news that Mexico has officially lifted tariffs that have amounted to more than $900 million of US agricultural products since 2009; this helps to settle a costly dispute over the Mexican trucking pilot program. We discussed this topic back in a post in April; as a review, Mexico is the United States third largest trading partner, and the Mexican tariffs United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-90670692169820418512011-10-20T10:58:00.000-07:002011-10-20T10:58:25.295-07:00Oktoberfest
October: the start of Fall, and for the refrigerated produce industry in North America, the time when produce starts transitioning to ship out new areas. UWC closely follows these transitioning trends, as it allows us to plan for lanes and anticipate truck demand. So, let’s look at 4 full truckload products and how they are transitioning.
Avocadoes: The season in California has concluded. United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-87131295532353773442011-10-13T09:45:00.000-07:002011-10-13T09:46:10.163-07:00Get a Load of This!!! Tips to help you get you on the Road
Temperature, Equipment, and Loading Procedures & Guidelines are topics that we revisit regularly here. One of the reasons why is that we recognize that these factors are critical to the successful delivery of any shipment, and we strive to constantly share our wealth of knowledge with our followers!!!
Today, let’s review some essential loading tips. More information on loading can be found inUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-21813007047414800832011-10-06T09:39:00.000-07:002011-10-06T09:39:29.057-07:00Newsflash!!! Shields Up!!!!
UWC increases its TIA Surety Bond to $100,000!!!
The TIA Performance Certified Program is an industry recognized Best Practices program of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) with guaranteed levels of freight payment. The Program offers a competitive advantage to transportation brokers and provides a guarantee of payment in excess of the $10,000 surety bond that is required byUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-67146890183910232472011-09-22T09:25:00.000-07:002011-09-22T09:25:21.907-07:00Revisiting… Truck Insurance
Having the right insurance policy with the right coverage is one of (if not) the most important factor for any trucking company.
The most common terms you will hear in coverage are the following (along with basic definitions):
- Automotive Liability Insurance: coverage if an insured is legally liable for bodily injury or property damage caused by an automobile.
- Physical Damage Insurance: United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-31672722482803600482011-09-15T10:46:00.000-07:002011-10-03T15:13:38.930-07:00Fruits and Veggies - Yes, They're Special!!!
As we look at the final days of summer, and head into fall, we will see an increase in harvesting, imports, and exports. Washington is steadily increasing its apple harvest, and brazil is now the hot importer for mangoes. There are some specialty produce items that are increasing in popularity throughout the continent that may be little known.
Today, we look at an A to Z of United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-10881537301780381702011-09-08T10:06:00.000-07:002011-09-08T10:06:25.147-07:00GET TWIC’d & COMPLIANT NOW!Increase your probability of steady, year round business!
Want to ensure you and your truck have the possibility of year round, steady business in the produce trucking industry? Well, drivers with TWIC cards operating trucks that are port compliant greatly increase those chances! A lot of year round produce trucking business relies on the import and export of fruits and vegetables from various United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-80189436492717196952011-09-01T10:10:00.000-07:002011-09-15T16:05:32.905-07:00Can You Contain It??? - Load Compatibility - Part 4
As we have reviewed over the past few weeks, there are many factors to consider to ensure that produce can be safely shipped in a single trailer. We have so far reviewed odor absorption tendencies, ethylene sensitivity, and optimal product temperature.
But what about packaging??? Different products require different types of packaging for transport to ensure that they will look their best inUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-90662786871785659172011-08-25T09:40:00.000-07:002011-08-25T10:06:02.375-07:00The Dog Days of Summer – Managing the Temp – Load Compatibility – Part 3 We are now fully into the dog days of summer; temperatures seem to be staying warm around the continent, and it reminds us of how important it is to manage the temperatures of the produce we carry! Now into the 3rd week of our series on Load Compatibility (take a look at 1 and 2!), we take a look at managing in-transit temperature settings of various fruits, vegetables, and nursery products. UWCUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-533852349909398692011-08-18T09:40:00.000-07:002011-08-18T10:04:01.236-07:00C2H4 – Are You Sensitive? Load Compatibility – Part 2
Welcome to part 2 in our series on Load Compatibility for shipments of fresh fruits and vegetables! Today, we take a look at ethylene sensitivity.
Ethylene – the basics:
Ethylene is a colorless gaseous organic compound with the chemical formula C2H4. It is the most produced organic compound in the world, with global production of ethylene exceeding 109 million tonnes in 2006! Ethylene also United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-24040904173347396772011-08-11T09:53:00.000-07:002011-08-11T10:20:43.704-07:00Some Produce Just Doesn’t Mix – Load Compatibility – Part 1Many shipments of fresh fruits and vegetables are what is known in the industry as “mixer loads,” meaning there is a variety of product in the trailer. When preparing mixer loads of varying commodities, many factors must be considered in order to ensure that the products can be safely shipped in a single trailer. Most importantly, odor absorption tendencies, temperature, relative humidity, United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-3305704165273797012011-08-04T09:37:00.000-07:002011-08-04T09:44:25.249-07:00Time for a little Q&A - CSA Style! Did you know that the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) website has been launched for 3 years now?? And the CSA program was officially rolled out over 6 months ago now? Taking all this into account, we thought it would be a good time to go over some Q&A’s on the CSA. We have chosen the top three Q&As from the CSA website that we find most useful for drivers:Q: How does the Safety United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-76362510523008017242011-07-28T09:47:00.000-07:002011-07-28T11:44:09.146-07:00Money TalksAre you new to driving with UWC? If you are, or even if you have been partnered with us for some time now, we thought it would be a good time to review our methods of payment, and payment terms!UWC has some of the best payment terms in the refrigerated produce transportation industry!! They are flexible, and have been designed to save you money and offer favorable additional benefits. Cost United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-68007435153519401772011-07-21T09:58:00.000-07:002011-07-21T10:03:45.884-07:00Setting the TempRefrigerated trailer temperature settings are critical to understand in order to ensure the success of any perishable shipment. All refrigerated trailer units have a “Set Point” that sets the temperature inside the trailer, and this number is shown on the reefers Set Point digital display. Drivers have to physically set the temperature of their refrigerated trailer, and must also select the “modeUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-52204996806763304932011-07-14T08:23:00.000-07:002011-07-14T09:10:44.128-07:00Calling All Drivers!!!How Your Camera Phone Can Help YouThese days, it is standard for most cellular phones to be equipped with a camera. This is definitely one of the most critical tools available for a driver. Below, we outline some key ways that a camera phone can be used to protect a driver, and reduce the occurrence of claims and additional charges.• Photos of trailer condition inside, prior to pickup – take a United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-80704520539168263612011-07-07T09:18:00.000-07:002011-07-07T09:45:13.720-07:00Pulp!!!Pulp – not just great in orange juice – also an essential part of hauling any refrigerated produce load! Pulp at PickupsA pulp temperature thermometer is a mandatory tool for all produce loads. As per our Carrier Loading Guidelines, UWC instructs each and every driver to, at the point of loading, pulp the product that they are picking up and record the temperature on the bill of lading (BOL). If United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-80477402237259832292011-06-30T08:51:00.000-07:002011-06-30T09:08:09.905-07:00Welcome to July - Bring on the Celebrations!!!!Tomorrow is the start of July, and it’s hard to believe we are halfway through 2011 already!!! This weekend will be filled with National celebrations as Friday marks Canada Day, and Monday is the Fourth of July in the United States. The weekend is sure to be filled with plenty of barbeques and fireworks; so, let’s take a look at the movement of some of the July BBQ favorites that the produce United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-57279655160946917412011-06-16T08:19:00.000-07:002011-06-16T09:01:21.540-07:00And Now.... Some Acronyms to Look At!!! FMCSA, CSA, SMS & the CMV DriverWith the launch of the CSA (Compliance, Safety, Accountability) SMS (Safety Measurement System) in December 2010, the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) continues to receive questions from carrier companies, individual drivers, and general stakeholders in the transportation industry. One of the most frequently asked questions is related to how CSA affects a motor carriers’ United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-30035034240803814162011-06-09T09:02:00.000-07:002011-06-09T09:54:20.409-07:00The Power of the Pen UWC wants to take an opportunity to get back to basics and reinforce the power of the pen. Documentation is critical in our industry, and can provide one of the best proofs available when issues arise upon delivery. Below, some key points to remember regarding documentation:- Double check pulp temperatures, pallet & case counts, product descriptions, and temptale serial number(s) – if what is United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-71136087592067030942011-06-02T08:36:00.000-07:002011-06-02T08:43:12.743-07:00The Blitz is on!!!!!!The CVSA annual Roadcheck safety blitz is happening this Tuesday June 7th to Thursday June 9th, 2011. Much of the focus of this year’s Roadcheck (similar to past years) will be enforcing HOS and logbook violations. One of the other primary reasons cited by inspectors for placing vehicles and drivers out of service is brakes.Have some questions about Roadcheck? Read on to find the answers!So, who United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-41802734435185773142011-05-26T09:21:00.000-07:002011-05-26T09:24:38.262-07:00Fueling Your Memorial Day The Memorial Day Weekend is upon us once again! Like most out there in the transportation industry, UWC’s office will be open and we will be working through the long weekend. We thought we would share some fun facts and news on the topic of this Memorial Day:According to AAA, the number of Americans driving during the Memorial Day Holiday weekend will drop this year (for the first time in 3 United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-63588588677400728092011-05-19T09:53:00.000-07:002011-05-19T10:00:31.202-07:00N….T….W…..Any ideas what that stands for? Well, it’s happening this week! Sunday May 15, 2011 to Saturday, May 21, 2011 is designated as National Transportation Week in the United States! NTW gives an opportunity for all of us in the United States (and why not extend that to Canada and Mexico too!) to take time and join together for greater awareness and appreciation of the transportation industry. It is United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-33841935000641838582011-05-13T11:53:00.000-07:002011-05-13T11:59:05.781-07:00Checking the Temperature….. Getting in touch with UWC2 of UWC’s 10 Guiding Principles are to be Accessible and Responsive. So… we wanted to check in with our Customer and Carrier Partners to see how we are doing on these two points. First, a brief review:How to contact us:- Phone: toll free – we have dedicated toll free sales line: 1.877.273.7470, and a dedicated toll free carrier line: 1.877.273.7400 – both are free from the United States and United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-28125061348323026052011-05-05T09:24:00.000-07:002011-05-05T10:12:08.585-07:00Wired Wheels - Technology and the Trucking Industry Day after day, technology seems to be becoming more prevalent in both our personal and professional lives. Personally, many people are finding technology is making the world a smaller place, with ample opportunities and channels available to connect and keep in touch with family and friends, no matter how far away they may be. Professionally, technology is hailed as the great efficiency maker. United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-62865718040896369522011-04-28T08:02:00.000-07:002011-04-28T09:50:05.372-07:00Guide to.... Trucking InsuranceHaving the right insurance policy with the right coverage is one of (if not) the most important factor for any trucking company.Automotive Liability Insurance, Physical Damage Insurance, Cargo Insurance, and all the jargon and legal language that comes along with these policies, can be complicated and difficult to fully understand, and many companies pay their monthly premium without fully United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-37249772331827523532011-04-21T09:43:00.000-07:002011-04-21T09:51:09.790-07:00Industry Hot Point – Update: United States & Mexico Cross-Border Trucking AgreementOver the past few weeks, the Obama Administration has further revealed its plan to forge ahead with opening up the US-Mexico border to long-haul trucks from Mexico. In our previous post, we outlined how the basics of the program and what it will change. Today, we will go into more details regarding the plan, and some important time frames.So, what are the plan details?As outlined by the United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-86563214741994451762011-04-14T09:38:00.000-07:002011-04-14T09:49:56.502-07:00Going Green - What it Means to Us, and What Does it Mean to YOU UWC has been promoting Green Initiatives for a few years now. An interesting fact: With all the office paper used in America every year, we could build a 12-foot high wall of paper from New York to California! Here are various ways we are contributing to a greener environment; - UWC is a SmartWaySM Transport Program Partner! SmartWaySM is an innovative collaboration between the U.S. United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-65133144267229352722011-04-07T09:03:00.000-07:002011-04-07T09:24:59.996-07:00How To.. Pre-Load Equipment Check Today, we look at an excerpt from UWC’s Carrier Loading Guidelines. UWC introduced the first version of the Guidelines back in 2007 (wow, time flies when you're driving the road ahead!); they were designed to assist drivers in the proper procedures for the pre-loading, loading, in transit, and delivery stages of transporting goods. They reference many points that are established USDA and DOT United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-55978046409692853702011-03-31T09:47:00.000-07:002011-03-31T10:57:35.085-07:00Revisiting..... Load Locks Back in September, we discussed the topic of load locks. To review, load locks are used to secure cargo, and are telescoping bars that have ratcheting mechanisms inside, and are typically made of steel or aluminum. To set load locks into place, you telescope the bar until the ends contact the wall or the floor and the ceiling, then flip the tension handle to lock it in place. Today, we will United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-86622169249422117132011-03-24T09:14:00.000-07:002011-03-24T09:22:11.219-07:00Carrier Loading Tip - Do the Math and Show Your WorkWhen it comes to loading, one of the best ways to protect yourself as a driver is to observe the loading of your trailer, for not only for product quality and condition, but also for quantity.Here are some tips on how to keep track of what is being loaded in your trailer:- If you are not sure of how many pallets/cases are supposed to be loaded on your trailer, call UWC immediately and we will United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-67105481251692953862011-03-17T09:04:00.000-07:002011-03-17T10:42:08.117-07:00How it works - Refrigerated Trailers - Part IIIn a post back in February, we introduced the topic of how refer units work that outlined some facts what will help us better understand and clarify their operation.This lead us to ask the question, exactly how do reefer units work? So, we did some research to find some more technical explanations.As a review, the idea of refrigeration is to remove heat, and thus, maintain temperature of productsUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-3365377215361573362011-03-10T08:28:00.000-08:002011-03-10T08:37:09.848-08:00Industry News Alert - United States, Mexico Reach Cross-Border Trucking Agreement On March 3, in a joint news conference, United States President Barack Obama and Mexican President Felipe Calderon announced that both countries have reached a preliminary agreement set to resolve the long-standing dispute over cross-border trucking.What does the agreement outline?The agreement aligns with previous requirements that Mexican motor carriers will be required to apply for authority United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-84589324996483307462011-03-03T08:28:00.000-08:002011-03-03T08:42:32.672-08:00CSA - New Warining Letter Tipsheet Now Available!!!The FMCSA sends warning letters to motor carriers whose safety performance data indicates that they are not complying with the applicable regulations. Warning letters are often the first step in the intervention process. Below, some helpful information on these letters, and tips on how to take action to improve your safety operations.So, what exactly is a warning letter?A warning letter is a United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-36960253748752142852011-02-24T08:55:00.000-08:002011-02-24T09:17:05.813-08:00Tips for Improving Your Fuel EfficiencyOn-highway diesel prices continue to rise this week, and no one is more affected than the commercial vehicle operator. With oil prices reaching a US average of $3.573/gallon (the highest it has been in 2 years), it is crucial for drivers to get the most out of their fuel. Further unrest in the Middle East – notably, this week’s revolt in Libya – is the source of the latest market swing. Now more United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-54885786964155432922011-02-17T08:52:00.000-08:002011-02-17T09:03:06.069-08:00CSA 2010 and HOS - The Perfect Storm for the Trucking Industry New CSA regulations regarding the BASIC of Fatigued Driving and the proposed changes to the Hours of Service Regulations has the potential greatly affect many operations in the produce industry. This month, UWC reviews some of the primary principles of this topic.A review The Fatigued Driving BASIC measures the operation of Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV) by drivers who are ill, fatigued, or in United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-10762604483066031562011-02-10T08:41:00.000-08:002011-02-10T09:09:43.743-08:00Did you know??? You can keep more of your money – Just use TRANSFLO!!In the truck driving industry, there are many periphery operating costs that can add up and amount to hundreds, if not thousands of dollars a year. One of these costs is faxing/sending paperwork. Many truck stops and other companies you work with may charge up to $2.50 per page to fax or send paperwork. Now, think about how many pages a year you fax while on the road?? That sure can add up, and United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-74924610771643469362011-02-03T08:52:00.000-08:002011-02-03T09:02:10.336-08:00How it Works - Refrigerated TrailersReefer units are often misunderstood, and this misunderstanding can lead to misguided performance expectations. Today, we will outline some facts that will help us better understand how reefer units work and clarify their operation. One of the most important elements to keep in mind when thinking about reefers is that they are designed to maintain temperature of the product inside them, not cool.United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-9312886158272870332011-01-27T08:12:00.000-08:002011-01-27T08:26:02.722-08:00How To - the 4 P's of Temptale RecordersToday, we thought it would be great to re-visit the topic that we started our Blog journey out with: temptale recorders. Temptale recorders, also commonly referred to as ryan recorders, are one of the most crucial elements of the produce loads that UWC specializes in. Temptale recorders keep a record of the in-transit temperature for the duration of a trip.Now, let’s explore the 4 P’s of TemptaleUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-78767459346419089092011-01-20T08:54:00.000-08:002011-01-20T12:06:54.085-08:00Industry Hot Point - Driver Health Driver health is a continual point of concern in the trucking industry, and there is a constant need to address the need to improve the health of professional drivers. Sitting for long periods of time coupled with lack of regular exercise, stress, smoking, and poor diet choices put truck drivers more at risk than the average North American for a number of health problems. These health problems United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-42397589156618467052011-01-13T09:17:00.000-08:002011-01-13T09:24:12.068-08:00Checking the Temperature - UWC's Payment TermsDid you know….United World Cargo has some of the best Carrier Payment Terms in the industry!!! Our terms are flexible and have been designed to save you money, and offer favorable additional benefits!We offer various payment method options in order to suit our Carrier partners’ specific requirement. Choose the option that best suits your cash flow needs: Check – paper checks that are sent by United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-59659821761081942642011-01-06T08:43:00.000-08:002011-01-06T09:53:29.277-08:00Canadian Border - Processing of Fresh Fruits and VegetablesAs of late 2010, products moving into Canada have been subject to new regulations and changes, particularly to border processing of fresh fruit and vegetables. Here is a review of the changes: Release requests presented in paper form must have a Confirmation of Sale (COS) presented, which is the importer's evidence that there is a firm purchase agreement. The form is reviewed by a Customs officerUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-90992016002624326852010-12-30T08:43:00.000-08:002010-12-30T08:55:34.733-08:00~~ 2010: A Year in Review ~~2010 has been an eventful year for the trucking and produce industries. In particular, there have been many factors that have affected truck movement, availability and capacity this year more than ever. We wrap up our 2010 editions of Blogging the Road Ahead with a discussion and review of these factors below: The Economy: The number of trucks on the road has declined significantly. Many driversUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-53123657256529110682010-12-21T08:14:00.000-08:002010-12-22T08:18:31.759-08:00Holiday Greetings from UWC!!!~ Greetings!!! ~In reflecting on 2010, we all can say that we have much to be grateful for during this eventful year in the trucking and produce industries, and are looking forward to continued success from our Customer and Carrier Partners.Once again this year we have decided to offer our best wishes by way of a charitable donation to families through the North Shore Christmas Bureau as our way United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-75987684702601066302010-12-16T08:20:00.000-08:002010-12-16T08:44:36.920-08:00New CSA 2010 Program LaunchedThe U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has officially launched the CSA 2010 program. The program will now be referred to simply as the CSA (Compliance Safety Accountability) program, and will drop the 2010. As we have reviewed in previous blog postings, the cornerstone of CSA is the Safety Measurement System (SMS), which will analyze all United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-2217122224508193902010-12-09T08:21:00.000-08:002010-12-09T09:00:56.379-08:00Focus on.... Product RespirationThis week's blog post focuses on one segment of UWC's document entitled Interactions between Refrigerated Trailers and Product. Product respiration is a crucial factor at work in any perishable load, and its actions influence fruit and vegetables products upon delivery.What is Respiration?Respiration is the process by which plants take in oxygen and give out carbon dioxide. In basic terms, the United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-2626122018809421462010-12-02T08:32:00.000-08:002010-12-02T09:02:01.568-08:00Updates on CSA 2010There have been some updates and news on the CSA 2010 front that we would like to share with our Customer and Carrier partners.The first piece of news is that the FMCSA has announced some CSA Safety Measurement System (SMS) improvements. At the end of this past summer, the FMCSA began providing Carriers with information about where they stand in each of the new CSA BASICs (Behavior Analysis and United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-61232167099145595212010-11-25T08:57:00.001-08:002010-11-25T09:00:46.482-08:00Happy Thanksgiving!!!Happy Thanksgiving to all our US Customer and Carrier Partners!! We hope you have a great long weekend! In addition, we would like to take this time to thank each and every one of you for your business and support, and we look forward to continuing long term business relationships! ~~ Have a great turkey day!! ~~United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-76611319330977771022010-11-18T08:24:00.000-08:002010-11-18T08:49:17.046-08:00Winter Driving and Mountain PassesSome mountain passes are now experiencing winter weather conditions! Drivers: please be reminded to call ahead for current road conditions or contact the UWC Customer Service Department on our trucker dedicated line - 1.877.273.7400 - for up to the minute highway condition updates!!Also, it is important to be prepared for winter driving. Below are some tips to help with winter driving this seasonUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-22431294753347900332010-11-11T08:26:00.000-08:002010-11-11T08:57:40.247-08:00More CSA 2010 -CSA 2010 Countdown - Check your Score Today!! The kickoff for CSA 2010 going live is now less than one month away!! Here is a quick review of what is going to happen:Comprehensive Safety Analysis 2010 (CSA 2010) is a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) initiative to improve large truck and bus safety and ultimately reduce commercial vehicle (CMV)-related crashes, injuries, and United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-84084166778472341042010-11-04T08:34:00.000-07:002010-11-04T09:12:40.264-07:00CSA 2010 - Dispelling Myths - Part 2 We are now in the countdown stages to CSA 2010, with one month to go until public launch date!!! Similarly to our post from Sept 30th, 2010, this week's blog post will look at the CSA 2010 information titled CSA 2010: Just the Facts. UWC has picked out another 5 from this list that we find to be interesting and informative. They are listed below:1. Carrier companies will not inherit any of a United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-13428358241814829762010-10-21T11:28:00.000-07:002010-10-21T11:31:06.701-07:00The Commercial Vehicle Pass SystemWhat is the Commercial Vehicle Pass System?Keeping freight moving during major transportation disruptions is essential to supporting the economy and jobs, and to ensure that the public’s needs are met. Therefore, the Washington DOT is introducing the new Commercial Vehicle (CV) Pass System intended to support freight moved by authorizing emergency, essential, and other goods delivery throughout United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-25179831472678941352010-10-14T08:45:00.000-07:002010-10-14T08:56:58.783-07:00Are You Ready For La Nina??!! * Image source: www.farmersalmanac.com. Accessed on Oct. 14, 2010Weather forecasters are predicting a La Niña winter this year, and have suggested it is building into the strongest one since 1955. La Niña will bring weather conditions such as increased rainfall, snow, and colder temperatures. Storms are expected to grow more severe in winter months as the La Niña climate phenomenon strengthens.United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-40360528511377775922010-10-07T10:11:00.000-07:002010-10-07T10:55:25.452-07:00Operation Safe Driver Week is Coming Up!Alert: October 17-23 is Operation Safe Driver Week!!The mission of Operation Safe Driver week throughout North America is to improve commercial and non-commercial driver behaviour and performance through effective enforcement, education and awareness strategies.Why? Improving highway safety for commercial vehicle operations starts with the driver. Highway crashes related to large trucks account United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-66874270863582904522010-09-30T09:19:00.000-07:002010-09-30T10:08:51.963-07:00CSA 2010 - Dispelling MythsIn this week's blog post, we look at the CSA 2010 information titled CSA 2010: Just the Facts. We have picked out 5 that we find to be interesting and informative, and they are listed below:1. All inspections and crashes that a commercial motor vehicle driver receives while under the authority of a carrier will remain part of the carrier's Safety Measurement System data for two years unless United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-58583601975692734362010-09-23T08:42:00.000-07:002010-09-23T10:37:51.848-07:00National Truck Driver Appreciation Week!! The United States is currently celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week! The event is an annual occurrence, and will end this year on September 25th. The American Trucking Association reports that there are more than 3.4 million professional truck drivers throughout the United States, who drive more than 431 billion miles per year!UWC recognizes that the dedication and success of our United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-84634207715339758582010-09-16T09:27:00.000-07:002010-09-16T09:34:32.130-07:00CSA Spotlight - BASICS: Driver Fatigue, Driver Fitness & Vehicle MaintenanceCSA 2010 implementation is fast approaching!CSA 2010 is the FMCSA’s Comprehensive Safety Analysis System; its purpose is to achieve a greater reduction in large truck and bus crashes, injuries, and fatalities in the United States by identifying individual drivers and motor carrier companies that pose safety problems and intervening to address those problems as soon as they become apparent.Within United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-10432557852666021672010-09-09T08:24:00.000-07:002010-09-09T09:05:13.440-07:00CVSA Brake Safety Week is September 12-18th, 2010!!Alert: The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's (CVSA) annual Brake Safety Week begins this Sunday, September 12th, 2010. The program will run until Saturday, September 18th, 2010. Any drivers who haven't checked their brakes in a while might want to do so this week in preparation for the kick-off of this program. Below is a run down of the program and answers to some commonly asked United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-39116004973815742842010-09-02T09:05:00.000-07:002010-09-02T09:21:24.284-07:00Carrier Loading Tip - Load Lock ReviewLoad locks play one of the most important roles in ensuring the safe and secure transportation of goods. Did you know that all roadways are engineered with a center crown for water run-off? This causes all vehicles on the road to lean slightly to the right. Because of this, reefer and other truck/trailer units must ensure that whenever possible:The rear four pallets of every load should be United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-86744378888130243552010-08-26T08:40:00.000-07:002010-08-26T08:54:32.692-07:00Communication with UWCCommunication is one of the most important components of any load. UWC has taken the following measures to ensure that we have numerous communication options available for our Customer and Carrier partners:We have a TOLL FREE Customer dedicated line: 1.877.273.7470, and a TOLL FREE Carrier dedicated line: 1.877.273.7400 - both these lines can be called from anywhere in the United States or United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-25644358361569514512010-08-19T09:18:00.000-07:002010-08-19T09:34:41.863-07:00Maintenance Tips for DriversMaintaining your truck and keeping your equipment in good order will keep you and others safe on the road, which is becoming a topic of increasing importance and government focus in light of CSA 2010. Maintaining your truck also keeps operating costs down and your Carrier rating with UWC in good standing!!!!Basic daily procedures should be performed at the start of every trip. They include United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-75503280026899968952010-08-05T09:58:00.000-07:002010-09-08T12:12:39.856-07:00"Mix It Up" Campaign!!!What is "Mix It Up"?"Mix it Up" is a campaign and marketing initiative targeted at helping Canadians of all ages eat more fruits and vegetables. It focuses on simple and piratical ways to add variety to your fruit and vegetable diet. The CMPA (Canadian Produce Marketing Association), the Heart and Stroke Doundation, and the Canadian Cancer Society are just some of the great associations that are United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-75714622161521998992010-07-29T08:37:00.000-07:002010-07-29T09:08:43.463-07:00Temperature Recorder PlacementWelcome to the third installment on our series on the Interactions between Refrigerated Trailers and Products.Temperature recorders are also commonly referred to as TempTales or Ryan recorders. Their proper use (placement, position, and performance) is critical to ensure that the temperature recorder provides an accurate reading of the ambient temperature inside the trailer during transport.So, United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-13870452169849433152010-07-22T08:40:00.000-07:002010-07-22T08:47:58.848-07:00Newsflash!!!! TRANSFLO Acquires Flying J's Scan&Go Assets!Pegasus Transtech, the owners of the TRANSFLO system, acquired the Flying J Scan & Go assets on June 30, 2010. TRANSFLO Express will be deployed at all Scan & Express Express locations in the United States and Canada! There is also an agreement to install TRANSFLO Express at the remaining Flying J sites, excluding Quebec, within the next 60 days.So, what does this mean? There will now be over 775United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-25661878622297544962010-07-15T09:03:00.000-07:002010-07-15T09:18:46.902-07:00Loading Guidelines: Spotlight On.... Pre-Cooling TrailersWhy is pre-cooling so important?Pre-cooling is one of the most important steps in the pre-loading stage of produce. It is absolutely essential for a refrigerated trailer to be pre-cooled. This becomes especially important during the summer months when temperatures, especially in the southern United States, can reach in the 100s °F. Failing to pre-cool a trailer will result in residual heat in theUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-46267761763136308962010-07-08T08:20:00.000-07:002010-07-08T08:48:32.342-07:00Pallet Configuration in Reefer UnitsProper trailer loading and pallet configuration is critical to successful deliveries. Trailer pallet configuration and loading specification can affect the temperature of the product inside the reefer, and subsequently, can affect temptale recorder readings. Trailer loading and pallet configuration becomes even more critical when the outside air temperature rises. Centerline vs. Wall LoadingA United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-69509826119047358692010-07-01T14:19:00.000-07:002010-07-01T14:33:12.702-07:00Continuous vs. Cycle SentryRefrigerated 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 moreUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-11332740019640042162010-06-24T08:41:00.000-07:002010-10-11T11:14:50.478-07:00UWC has improved its SmartWay Score!In 2009, UWC joined the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SmartWaySM Transport Program. SmartWaySM is an innovative collaboration between the EPA and the freight sector. By joining, UWC is showing that we are committed to promoting greater energy efficiency and air quality within the freight transport sector. As a Carrier & Logistics Partner, we are assisting our drivers in making better United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-80026966256437052162010-06-17T09:04:00.000-07:002010-06-17T09:23:24.308-07:00Notification: Full interstate closures on I-90The Washington State Department Of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced that beginning on June 14th, rock blasting activities and full interstate closures will occur on the I-90 east of Snoqualmie Pass.HYAK - WSDOT and contractor crews will begin the first of a series of controlled blasts on Interstate 90 this week near the Keechelus Lake Snowshed (located at Milepost 58), forcing up to one hour United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-75793942161035640712010-06-10T09:01:00.000-07:002010-06-10T09:52:21.526-07:00Spotlight on..... TomatoesTomatoes are one of the most widely consumed produce items in North America. Our blog entry this week pays homage to this, and is all about the tomato, from less known facts, market info, and handling tips.Did you know?The tomato is also known as the love apple, and one pound of its seed can produce up to 140,000 plants. One of the most debated questions regarding the tomato is if it is a fruit United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-56754870363461926222010-06-03T10:00:00.000-07:002010-06-03T10:27:05.143-07:00New Cell Phone Enforcement in Washington StateLast week, the Washington State Patrol announced that it will not offer a grace period when texting while driving and failure to use a hands-free device become primary traffic offenses on June 10.Making the change....It is common for the state patrol to offer educational grace periods when a new law requires a change to a long-standing behavior. However, it has been determined that drivers have United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-76624075945521328482010-05-27T08:57:00.000-07:002010-05-27T09:17:13.874-07:00Alert: Roadcheck 2010 to be held June 8, 2010Roadcheck is known as the largest targeted enforcement program on commercial vehicles in the world, with an estimated 14 trucks or buses being inspected every minute from Canada to Mexico during the designated 72 hour period.Who and When?The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance will hold Roadcheck 2010 on June 8th throughout Canada, the United States, and Mexico. It will be the 23rd international United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-63336664296404347322010-05-20T10:08:00.000-07:002010-05-20T10:45:07.291-07:00CPMA 2010 in ReviewGreat location, great weather, great show!!!The CPMA 2010 Annual Convention & Trade Show held last week at the Vancouver Convention Center has been hailed as a great success, with nearly 3,300 people in attendance. This was a record turnout for the Canadian show, and yet again, the city of Vancouver did not disappoint its visitors. Highlights from the show included:CPMA's new marketing campaign, United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-77874724613776830182010-05-13T09:56:00.000-07:002010-05-13T10:14:34.104-07:00Insurance - Do you know what you're covered for??Insurance policies can be convoluted and difficult to understand, especially if, like most of us, you are not well versed in legal language. However, it is crucial that carrier companies read and understand their insurance policy in order to be aware of what they are covered for. The “exclusions” portion of any policy is one of the most important sections since it will let you know what your United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-55333330829131696632010-05-06T09:34:00.000-07:002010-05-06T10:30:25.438-07:00CPMA 2010 is Almost Here!!!UWC is proud to have experienced and participated in the excitement that surrounded our home city during the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games!! The city was alive with crowds enjoying the many attractions in what is undoubtedly one of the best cities in the world. We are equally excited that CPMA Fresh Excellence Convention and Trade Show taking place in Vancouver this year! The CPMA Trade United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-88243048069532497502010-04-29T08:50:00.000-07:002010-04-29T09:16:26.657-07:00Introducing... Fax4Free with UWC!A question for our Carriers: Have you ever thought you should have more options to be able to send your paperwork to UWC for FREE?Well, now you can!! United World Cargo is please to announce that we have introduced a UWC TRANSFLO ExpressTM Program! So, what is it all about?The TRANSFLO Express system operates out of several truckstop networks at over 500 travel centers across the United States - United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-24923196093883740372010-04-20T15:00:00.001-07:002010-04-20T15:06:50.797-07:00Stay Tuned!! Lots to come on the Road AheadUnited World Cargo is committed to posting a new blog entry on Thursday of every week (this one is being expedited). Our regular entries will be commentary, description of events, or perhaps even other material such as graphics or video. Our blog will focus on the industry we serve, with topics centering primarily around the produce and trucking industries. We are most excited about being able toUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-60615545489862805272010-04-15T08:51:00.000-07:002010-04-15T09:03:47.356-07:00Back to BASICs - Cargo-Related Component - Load LocksLoad locks, or cargo bars are a crucial component of any load. They are critical in making sure that the load is safe and secure for transit, and when used properly, can greatly reduce instances of leaning or tipped pallets which may result in product damage and additional charges.Why load locks?Load locks are among the most common restraints used because they are inexpensive and versatile. Most United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-61565254224516296152010-03-22T12:17:00.000-07:002010-03-22T12:18:15.116-07:00Comprehensive Safety Analysis (CSA) 2010CSA 2010 is the FMCSA’s Comprehensive Safety Analysis system. Its purpose is to achieve a greater reduction in large truck and bus crashes, injuries, and fatalities in the United States by identifying individual drivers and motor carrier companies that pose safety problems and intervening to address those problems as soon as they become apparent. Starting in Summer, 2010, FMCSA will implement theUnited World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1668853563948878977.post-81462465708398264102010-02-17T11:51:00.000-08:002010-02-17T11:59:47.536-08:00Temperature RecordersTemperature recorders (also commonly referred to as temptales or ryan recorders) are one of the most crucial elements of a perishable load. Often, they are of great assistance when temperature issues arise, as they advise of the in-transit temperature history. Find some key elements of temperature recorders below:Remember the 4 P’s when dealing with temperature recorders: Presence, Position, United World Cargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16155825421900337837noreply@blogger.com0