Tank Transport Trader July 2019

The PT Chem System has united PT, a liquid and dry bulk transferring manufacturer, and Carbon Express, a tank truck fleet, with a common purpose of creating a smoother, safer and faster loading and unloading process for chemical media in the transportation industry. PT’s Chem System brings a new era of safety to the chemical transport field. Utilizing a four-way valve system, the 100-percent American-made Chem System reduces the potential for spills and puts the control back in the hands of the driver by putting their “feet on the street” — not in the cab of the truck — while loading and unloading hazardous chemical liquids. The Chem System provides protection for both the environment and the driver. It’s the solution to: “Never Blow A Hose Again.”™ “That pump is a phenomenal setup, it really truly is,” said Steve Rush, president of Carbon Express and former president of the National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) association. “I’ve been doing this a long time and I wish I would’ve had that 50 years ago. That’s a great setup.” In addition to his many years as a transportation industry executive, Rush was a truck driver for 19 years. Carbon Express primarily pumps the liquid media that is hauled daily throughout the continental U.S. and Canada. (Chemical media continued on page 12) (Chemical transporters continued on page 10) The National Newspaper of the Liquid and Dry Bulk Transportation Industry www.TankTransport.com [email protected] 1-800-537-1320 Fax: 817-348-0289 www.twitter.com/tanktransporter www.facebook.com/transporttrader http://www.tanktransport-digital.com/tanktransport/2017_product_service_directory_and_buyers_guide Since 1986 AUGUST 2017 COMING IN SEPTEMBER ACIDS / CHEMICALS ADVERTISING DEADLINE: AUG 21st VIEW AND DOWNLOAD OUR 2017 PRODUCT SERVICE DIRECTORY AND BUYERS GUIDE\" PRST STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Dallas, TX PERMIT No. 2874 TANK TRANSPORT TRADER 1011 W. Bluff St. Fort Worth, TX 76102-1810 CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED FREE SUBSCRIPTION UPDATE FORM In order to continue receiving Tank Transport Trader, please check a box in the boxes below and mail, fax or email this form to: TANK TRANSPORT TRADER 1011 W. BLUFF ST. FORT WORTH, TX 76102-1810 FAX:817-348-0289 / EMAIL: [email protected] Yes! Continue sending me Tank Transport Trader . No. Discontinue sending Tank Transport Trader. I am interested in the Liquid Waste market place . Please send me your Waste pumper information. Ammonia spill sends 37 to hospital Ammonia spilling from a valve hooked to two tanks being pulled by a farm tractor in Beach Park, Ill, in April released gas that sent at least 37 people to hospitals, including seven who were reported to be in critical condition. Witnesses and victims of the gas spill described being blinded or quickly overwhelmed by the toxic plume. Driver’s lawsuit brings $75 million A multimillion-dollar award in punitive damages against the owners of a small South Texas trucking operation was intended as a warning to the industry about overworking drivers, the defendant’s lawyer said. The $75 million punitive award against Jorge Marin and his wife as owners of three McAllen, ($75 million lawsuit continued on page 16) (Ammonia spill continued on page 16) (Oil spill violations continued on page 17) 4 companies settle oil spill violations The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced four settlements with companies in Connecticut and Maine for violations of federal oil spill laws. The three companies in Connecticut and a company in Maine have all created oil spill prevention plans and come into compliance with federal oil pollution prevention laws, Chemical transporters focus on safety As U.S. chemical production grows, chemical shippers and their partners refine their strategies to ensure trouble-free transportation, secure sufficient capacity, and navigate the regulatory landscape. Thanks to an improved economy, the U.S. chemical market has been gaining strength in recent years and continues to grow. The word “chemical’’ covers a vast array of substances, including many that are sitting in kitchen cabinets. But when people talk about the challenges of chemical logistics, they're often referring to substances that must be treated with special care. Such hazardous products include substances that might explode, ignite, emit toxic gases, corrode the skin, or otherwise cause serious harm if not handled properly. The risk of danger is what makes chemical logistics different from most other branches of supply chain management. “The safety programs of the companies you're dealing with need to be impeccable,’’ said Tom Voelkel, president and chief operating officer of Dupre Logistics of Lafayette, La. Anyone who transports or stores a hazardous chemical must thoroughly understand how to handle that product. The consequence of any error can be grave. 1. Safety Training Because of the potential danger involved, employees at companies that move and store hazardous chemicals require special training. The National Newspaper of the Liquid and Dry Bulk Transportation Industry Since 1986 COMING IN AUGUST 2019 GASOLINE / DIESEL / DEF / CRUDE OIL / ETHANOL TRANSPORTERS OF GASOLINE, DIESEL, DEF, CRUDE OIL AND ETHANOL HAVE MANY CONCERNS AND REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS IN ORDER TO OPERATE SAFELY AND EFFICIENTLY. DISTRIBUTION AT: PACIFIC OIL CONFERENCE-SEPT. 3-5: MANCHESTER GRAND HYATT, SAN DIEGO, CA www.twitter.com/tanktransporter www.facebook.com/transporttrader ADVERTISING DEADLINE: JUL 23RD www.TankTransport.com [email protected] 1-800-537-1320 Fax: 817-348-0289 JULY 2019 2019 PRODUCT SERVICE DIRECTORY AND BUYERS GUIDE IS NOW LIVE! INCLUDES TANK TRUCK SERVICE FACILITIES • TANK CLEANING FACILITIES • BUYERS GUIDE • WASTE PUMPER VENDORS SEE THE DIGITAL ISSUE AT http://pubhtml5.com/cgnb/dicf 2 family-owned companies unite to reduce spills, streamline processes for chemical media Joe at Carbon Express worked closely with Dave Palmer, OEM Channel Manager at PT, to install the PT Chem Systems on a series of new Mack Trucks. The PT Chem System is fully installed on the Carbon Express Mack Truck

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10/3/18 9:49 AM QUICK CONNECT/DISCONNECT COUPLINGS CASTINGS HEAT TREATING • • • FABRICATION MACHINING INJECTION MOLDING CLAMPS AND BANDING • • • PT’s Chem System brings a new era of safety to the chemical transport industry. Utilizing a four-way valve system, the Chem System greatly reduces the potential for spills and puts the control back in the hands of the driver by putting their boots on the ground while loading and unloading hazardous chemical liquids. The Chem System provides protection for both the environment and the driver. Toll Free: 1 (800) 654-0320 [email protected] www.ptcoupling.com PO Box 3909, 1414 E. Willow, Enid, OK 73701 FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL OR EMAIL TODAY! PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT. DRIVER SAFETY. PT CHEM SYSTEM ITEM #: 140400

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New Trailking dry bulk trailers, 1033 cu ft., air ride, aluminum frames. New 7000 gallon DOT 407, spring ride suspension, aluminum frames. New Bulk 5600 gallon, 30” deep drop, air ride. 2003 Polar pneumatic trailer, 1660 cu. ft. 2017 Tremcar 6200 gallon, air ride, aluminum wheels. 2015 Tremcar 1000 cu. ft., aluminum air ride, aluminum wheels, sand ready. 2012 Heil 1040 cu. ft., air ride, aluminum wheels, sand ready. 2004 Polar Petroleum Trailer, 9600 gallon, 3 compartment, air ride. New Tremcar dry bulk trailers, 1000 cu. ft., air ride, aluminum wheels. Some training is dictated by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), which regulates how companies prepare hazardous materials (hazmat) for transit. At Pacific Coast Warehouse Co.’s (PCWC) chemical third-party logistics distribution center in Chino, Calif., each employee takes one full day of DOT hazmat training every three years, plus an in-house course on hazard awareness, said Mark Burks, the facility's manager. PCWC's chemical distribution center (DC) provides third-party warehousing services for companies that use hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals in manufacturing. PCWC also handles various finished goods chemical products for retailers, distributors, and other customers. At distribution centers owned by chemical distributor Brenntag North America in Reading, Pa., some employees require specialized training in handling chemicals. Brenntag buys chemicals in bulk from manufacturers, then repackages them in smaller containers – ranging from 55-gallon drums to 1,000- gallon bulk tanks — for delivery to local customers, using a private fleet. “Employees who load the trucks learn to segregate materials that aren't supposed to come into contact with one another,’’ said David Garner, senior vice president of operations. They also learn to affix the correct placards, indicating which hazardous materials the truck is carrying, according to the DOT's hazmat regulations.’’ Workers who repackage chemicals take a further level of training, focused on personal protective gear. DC staff follow rules laid out by DOT and OSHA, as well as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which governs cleanup in case of a spill. 2. Be Reasonable Beyond adhering to the letter of the law, many chemical distributors ensure safety by complying with the Responsible Distribution program, developed by the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD). This program, which is mandatory for NACD members, stipulates a series of safety measures every three years. A third-party auditor, chosen by the NACD, visits the company to make sure it's following those procedures to the letter. Another safety program, called Responsible Care, is mandatory for ACC members. (Chemial transporters continued from page 1) (Chemical transporters continued on page 12) 10 TANK TRANSPORT TRADER I JULY 2019 www.TankTransport.com

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(Chemical transporters continued on page 15) After the first Chem System installation on a Carbon Express truck, Rush’s veteran driver of 24 years called to inform the president it was “the best piece of equipment you’ve added to my truck.” Currently, two dozen of PT’s Chem Systems are on Carbon Express trucks with plans to install a system on each of the individual 72 trucks in the fleet over the next few years. When asked why Rush chose a PT product and specifically the Chem System, he praised the safety and ease of use. “It’s safer, it’s more efficient, it’s easier to operate, it’s equivalent in my opinion to having a vacuum truck, which is kind of dummy- proof. Where now the operator is pulling and controlling, you can go forward, you can go backward, and it’s just a great pump.” Based in Enid, Okla., PT is a fourth-generation family business that was founded in 1951. The company’s manufacturing capabilities include castings, heat treating, fabrication, machining, and injection molding. Safety is PT’s first priority for its customers, which is why the company offers liquid and dry bulk transfer products such as quick connect/disconnect couplings, Safety Pumping Systems® (SPS), PT Chem System; Safety Bumps®, Safety Locks®, hose retention products such as PT Punch-Lok® clamps and banding, sleeves, ferrules and more. “The feedback we’re receiving from major tank-truck haulers is that our Chem System is a game changer for the transportation industry,” said Matt Parrish, PT president. Dave Palmer, PT’s OEM Channel Manager, travels the country to show customers how easily the Chem System is assembled and installed on tank trucks. Palmer worked closely with Rush and Carbon Express managers during the installation of the dozens of systems installed on their trucks. “This is the future of tank-truck hauling,” Palmer said. “Safety should always be the first priority and our Chem System ensures just that. Each Chem System puts the driver’s boots on the ground, not in the cab of the truck, and provides exact tactile feedback for the flow in his or her hand.” Carbon Express, based in Wharton, N.J., transports liquid bulk products across the United States and into Canada. Established in 1983, the company is a leader in the transport of lubricant base oils and other petroleum products. Carbon Express’ value proposition is simple, Rush said. “We believe in serving our customers first and foremost. Our goal is perfect service, with every load delivered on time. We track our on-time performance and we view all service failures as serious disconnects to our customers.’’ Further information may be obtained by contacting PT at 1-800-654-0320 or [email protected]. You may also visit www.ptcoupling.com. Information about Carbon Express is available at 973-328- 0050 or [email protected]. The company can also be reached at www.carbonexpress.com. During the PT Chem System installation on Carbon Express’ new Mack truck the system is fully assembled then mounted on the truck prior to testing. (Chemical media continued from page 1) (Chemical transporters continued from page 10) “To conduct business in the chemical industry, you need to be up to speed with the Responsible Care program,’’ said Glenn Riggs, senior vice president, corporate strategy at Odyssey Logistics and Technology (OLT) in Danbury, Conn. Like Responsible Distribution, this program requires careful monitoring to make sure a company adheres to all of its standards. Another practice for companies that ship via common carrier is to vet the firms that will transport hazardous chemicals. “About 10,000 truck suppliers are out there,’’ Riggs said. “How do you screen that huge supplier base and create a list of carriers you can rely on to deliver your chemicals across the public domain?’’ One best practice is to conduct regular carrier surveys. “We send carriers a form that asks questions about how they train their people. Do they keep records? Do they do background checks? How about security? What kind of training do they offer, and how often are drivers trained?\" said Douglas Brown, president of Brown Chemical Co. in Oakland, N.J., and vice chairman of NACD. If a carrier doesn't give satisfactory answers, doesn't have adequate insurance, or just isn't making the right effort, Brown won't use that company. Brown's employees also check carriers' safety records on federal websites. Many safety procedures are designed to keep hazardous chemicals from spilling or leaking – events that cause enough disruption and trouble to leave a strong impression on everyone involved. PCWC is focused on safety and preventive measures. Chemical haulers must know regulations Lab chemicals are an essential part of many research laboratories, and chemical transport is often a component of laboratory moving and maintenance. While many chemicals are harmless, some fall into the category of hazardous materials. Legal compliance when relocating potentially hazardous chemicals requires planning, care and expertise in U.S. Department of Transportation regulations. 1. Many Common Laboratory Chemicals Are Classified as Hazardous: Any chemical with the potential to cause harm to living things, the environment, or property can be classified as hazardous. Typically, this includes any liquid, solid, or gas with properties that are flammable, combustible, toxic, pathogenic, corrosive, oxidizing, unstable, or irritating to the eyes, lungs, or skin. Federal and state laws carefully control the transport of these chemicals over public roads to reduce the risk of spills or accidents. 2. U.S. Government Regulates Transport of Hazardous Chemicals: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) enforces the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act (HMTA) to control how potentially dangerous chemicals are moved across the United States. The HMTA includes detailed provisions for procedures, labeling, packaging requirements, employee training, and operational rules involved in chemical transport. Violations of the HTMA are federal offenses and can carry serious criminal penalties including jail time and fines up to $75,000. 3. It Can Be Difficult to Ship Chemicals with Standard Shipping Services: Many researchers find that it is a hassle to ship hazardous chemicals with USPS, FedEx or UPS due to extensive paperwork and packaging specifications. The average shipping company employee may not be trained in chemical transport, so general purpose shipping companies are often subject to additional regulations when accepting hazardous materials. Utilization of a shipping service that specializes in chemical transport can save time and headaches when moving hazardous chemicals. Chemical transport professionals have the trained employees, specially designed chemical-safe vehicles, and chemical logistics experience to move hazardous materials rapidly and safely. 4. Hazardous Chemical Transport Requires Permits: In addition to federal regulations, many hazardous chemicals cannot be transported across state lines without proper documentation. Unique permits may be required for each state that a chemical shipment travels through, and some states require a permit for the transport of hazardous chemicals within the state. Companies that specialize in chemical transport can help with the extensive paperwork that is often required for chemical shipments. 5. Only Trained Drivers Should Transport Hazardous Chemicals: Drivers that are transporting hazardous chemicals are typically required to have specific safety training for the chemicals in their care, for the safety of both the driver and anyone they may encounter on their route. For large or complex chemical shipments, it is often advisable to employ a professional chemical transport company with drivers that have both the training and the equipment to properly handle chemical spills in the event of an accident. Further, professional chemical transport drivers often have additional training and knowledge in planning routes for optimal safety and experience to work quickly and efficiently while observing proper safety protocols. The transport of chemicals and hazardous materials carries many unique requirements that should not be attempted without consideration for proper safety, training and federal regulations. Planning chemical transport with a company that specializes in hazardous material transportation can save time, stress and money, and ensure the safe and prompt delivery of chemical shipments. 12 TANK TRANSPORT TRADER I JULY 2019 www.TankTransport.com

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NEW PRODUCTS - MANUFACTURING- INDUSTRY NEWS Riggs hires marketing director Boswell, Pa.-based Riggs Industries, a family-owned business in Somerset County, has hired Eric Knopsnyder as director of marketing. He replaces Shahira Hoffman, who will be retiring later this year after serving 20 years with the company. Knopsnyder has more than 20 years of experience in journalism, including editor, sports editor and digital media. He will work closely with the management teams of each of the divisions within the company to oversee the development and delivery of a fully integrated marketing strategy for the businesses, the company said in a press release. Knopsnyder will also oversee marketing communications, social media activities, print and email communication, and advertising. “We are excited Eric has joined our team,” said Dan Yunetz, president of Riggs Industries. “We are confident his experience will help grow our organization through effective marketing strategy execution and implementation. On his first day, he put together an entertaining video for our social media outlets. I am impressed with that kind of initiative and enthusiasm.’’ Eric holds bachelor’s degrees in English writing and communication and rhetoric from the University of Pittsburgh. He’s a former amateur wrestler and is co-operator of PA Power Wrestling, an online publication dedicated to coverage of the sport in Pennsylvania. Founded in 1958, Riggs Industries employs about 500 workers. Its divisions include Somerset Steel, Lincoln Contracting and Equipment, James A. Redding, J&J Truck Bodies and Trailers, J&J Truck Equipment, and Somerset Welding and Steel. Further information may be obtained by contacting Shahira Hoffman at 814-444-3452. Team Logistics wins carrier award Murphy USA recently honored Team Logistics, a fuel delivery provider, as “2018 Carrier of the Year.’’ Murphy USA, based in El Dorado, Ark., operates a network of convenience stores. Murphy USA’s award recognizes Team Logistics for its “leadership in the carrier performance rating system. Team Logistics excelled in all evaluation criteria for compliance, safety, dependability and accuracy,’’ Team Logistics said in a press release. “We are honored to receive this award in recognition of our commitment to delivering fuel solutions safely, reliably and accurately as Murphy USA expects,” said Josh Henderson, president of Team Logistics. “Aligning our shared values creates a mutually beneficial partnership and is recognized by Murphy USA through this award. We congratulate our entire team on this achievement.’’ Team Logistics is a joint venture between Mansfield Systems Inc., a subsidiary of Mansfield Energy Corp., and Lincoln Transportation Inc., a subsidiary of Lincoln Energy Solutions. Mansfield Energy Corp is an energy and logistics provider and Lincoln Energy Solutions provides petroleum and alternative fuel delivery. The formation of Team Logistics “creates a fuel delivery solutions provider offering safe, efficient and reliable service based on a solid foundation of market leadership and expertise,’’ the companies said in a press release. Further information is available at www.myteamlogistics.com. Trailstar expanding Ohio plant Trailstar International Inc. of Smith Township, Ohio, broke ground in May on an 85,000-square-foot manufacturing facility that is expected to add about 50 jobs. It is located at 20700 Harrisburg-Westville Road. “This is a tremendous achievement,” said Trailstar President Tom Hahn as he welcomed honored guests and employees, along with government officials who helped secure the project and the construction workers who will all have a hand in the expansion. Hahn thanked his employees, his wife Amy and all those who have supported his business endeavors through the years. The expansion project is valued at about $9.3 million, company officials said. “Growth is what we need to bring jobs into the community,” Hahn said. The project adds production space, an office and showroom. Located east of the existing plant, the facility will house the company’s manufacturing operations for its line of custom aluminum and steel dump trailers. “We had simply outgrown our existing capacity in the facility, and this expansion allows us to continue to meet our customers’ ever-growing demands,” Hahn said. “This project has been a long time in development, and we are truly excited to finally be breaking ground on this investment.” The company’s general contractor, Tucker Cope of C. Tucker Cope and Associates, attended ground-breaking ceremonies along with Anthony Trevena, director of Economic Development at NEO Development and Finance Authority, a division of the Western Reserve Port Authority. Other attending were Walter M. Good, of Jobs Ohio, Jonathan Bridges, director of Ohio’s Economic Development Corp., and Lauren Johnson, manager of 422 Corridor and Mahoning County Business Development. Recent rain has affected construction, company officials said. “Right now, crews are working on retention ponds,’’ Hahn said. “We hope to have the foundation pads and footers completed by the end of June. The building is coming sometime in July. Completion of the facility is expected in the spring of 2020. (from the Alliance Review) Werts Welding & Tank Service, Inc. hosts open house Werts Welding & Tank Service, Inc. recently hosted an open house for the expansion of their Birmingham, Alabama location. This extensive capital project included the expansion of their service department, parts warehouse and sales offices, more than doubling the total square footage of the facility while tripling the capabilities of their service department. The state of the art, full-service shop now has the capacity to house 12 trailers at any given time. The shop space along with the 10-acre lot the facility sits on, provide ample space for both short- and long-term parking. In addition to the sales office expansion, three separate rental offices were added to be used as dispatch centers for their fleet customers. Suppliers in attendance included Betts Industries, Dixon/Bayco, Civacon, MAC Trailer/MAC LTT, Blackmer, Fill-Rite, BTI, PT Coupling, Roper, Total Controls, Liquid Controls, M. Carder Industries, SpillTech, AMT Pump Company, Scully Signal, Semler Industries, Transportation Management CO-OP and Girard Equipment along with many of Werts Welding’s customers. The city of Birmingham Fire Department also made an appearance to commend Werts’ continued involvement in the community. In total, more than 200 people were in attendance to tour the new facility and enjoy a barbeque lunch. Several door prizes provided by Werts Welding and their vendors were awarded, among them a Yeti cooler and tumblers. Werts Welding & Tank Service, Inc. would like to extend their gratitude to all their customers and suppliers for their tremendous support over the years. For more information contact Jake McCormick at [email protected]. 618-255-7144. 14 TANK TRANSPORT TRADER I JULY 2019 www.TankTransport.com

Cummins, Isuzu formalize agreement Cummins Inc. and Isuzu Motors Limited have taken another step forward in their partnership by entering into the Isuzu Cummins Powertrain Partnership agreement. The agreement, announced in May, formalized a business structure for the two companies to evaluate and carry out opportunities to jointly develop and bring new diesel and diesel-based powertrains to global markets. Through this Powertrain Partnership, Isuzu and Cummings share the commitment to leverage both companies’ technical strengths to develop “market- leading architectures for customers around the world,’’ Cummins said in a news release. Cummins and Isuzu committed to form an alliance board and to assign a team of dedicated individuals from each company to continue the exploration of potential opportunities in product technology development, procurement and manufacturing. “As Cummins celebrates 100 years of innovation, we continue to look for opportunities to build global relationships with companies that share our values and our focus on innovation,” said Tom Linebarger, chairman and chief executive of Cummins Inc. “This partnership is a terrific opportunity for both companies to leverage our respective strengths and create new opportunities to grow and broaden the product portfolio we bring to customers.” Masanori Katayama, president and representative director of Isuzu Motors Limited, said: “Isuzu and Cummins recognize the advanced diesel engine is, and will continue to be, an important power choice for global customers in commercial vehicle and industrial applications. This is especially true in developed countries where power sources are used for high-intensity operations, as well as in emerging countries where social infrastructure conditions are severe.” Both companies continue to advance the diesel engine in terms of power, quality, emissions and fuel efficiency and expect diesel to remain a primary power solution in many markets, according to the press release. Ralph Nappi, 77, dies in N.J. Ralph L Nappi, a longtime leader in the tank truck-cleaning industry, died peacefully at his home in Jackson, N.J., on May 22 after a long battle with cancer. Nappi was 77. Nappi’s career in the tank-truck industry began in 1959 at the age of 18, cleaning tank-trailer interiors for the family trucking company. He quickly advanced through the industry, and later in his career worked successfully in executive capacities for a number of industry leaders such as Peerless Transport, Allwaste Container Services, Transport Resources Inc, Matlack Inc, and Niagara National Corp. He also served in leadership roles for many years on the National Tank Truck Carriers Inc. (NTTC) Tank Truck Cleaning Advisory Council. Like his father and grandfather, Nappi’s reputation of honesty and integrity encouraged his son and grandson to carry on in the tank-truck industry for a total of five generations, or 106 years. Nappi is survived by his wife of 57 years, Delores (Meglio) Nappi; his sons Louis Nappi and his wife, Dawn, of South Carolina; and Joseph Nappi and his wife, Victoria, of Jackson; and his daughter, Jacqueline (Jackie) Nappi Stump and her husband Donald of North Carolina; 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. (Chemical transporters continued from page 12) “That's a core reason why we continue to grow our business in the safety-conscious world of chemical storage, handling, and distribution,’’ Burks said. Besides giving employees safety training, and implementing meticulous procedures, chemical shippers and their partners use information technology to make sure chemicals flow smoothly and safely through the supply chain. “Having a good transportation management system (TMS) that allows us to receive rich information from our customers, provide the best information to our carriers quickly, and get updates from carriers as events happen, is a best practice,’’ said Mike Challman, vice president of North American operations at CLX Logistics in Blue Bell, Pa. “If the right information doesn't get to the right person at the right time, that can cause big issues.’’ 3. Procedures for Plastics Even chemicals that don't pose safety hazards require special procedures and careful handling. Consider plastic resin – a commodity well known to Houston-based A&R Logistics. Most of A&R's business involves dry bulk transportation, warehousing, packaging, and 3PL services for large companies that make plastic resins used in manufacturing. In its transportation business, A&R primarily provides last-mile services. It transfers bulk loads of resins, which come in the form of pellets, from rail cars to its own tank trailers, and then moves them to consignees' manufacturing plants. The big concern with resin is the risk of contamination. “All it takes to contaminate a load is a few pellets from a previous load that are a different color or a different type of chemistry,’’ said Mark Holden, A&R's chief executive officer. “We have to be very disciplined in our material handling and trailer cleaning.’’ 4. Complex Compliance The sheer number of government agencies that regulate chemicals turns compliance into an especially demanding job. “We have to directly interface with nine federal agencies just to open the doors every day,’’ Brown said “Along with OSHA, the DOT and EPA, those agencies include the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA), and the FBI,’’ he said. State agencies regulate chemicals, too. At Barton Solvents in Des Moines, Iowa, David Richards, vice president of regulatory compliance, oversees a staff of four people dedicated to fulfilling all regulatory requirements. “But even with a staff that size, it's difficult to do. Many companies are a lot smaller than ours, and I don't know how they do it,’’ said Richards, who chairs NACD's regulatory committee. 5. Wanted: More Space Chemical shippers might face an abundance of regulations, but in another realm, many struggle with continual scarcity. Tight capacity, exacerbated by the ongoing driver shortage, is an issue for all kinds of shippers. But some say the problem is especially tough for companies that move chemicals. Working for a 3PL that serves the energy market, as well as the chemical industry, Voelkel gets a firsthand look at the capacity situation for different commodities. “It's definitely harder to find trucks for the chemical loads,’’ he said. In part, that's because the chemical business often involves regional trips, and many drivers these days find those long-distance hauls unattractive. “Most professional drivers want to get home every night,’’ Voelkel said. For bulk deliveries to customers, Brenntag operates a private fleet with 750 tractors and 1,500 tanker trailers. “Some of those trucks are specialized,’’ Garner said “A company might need a lined tanker or a different setup involving valves.’’ In all, the fleet encompasses about 40 different types of equipment. Each of Brenntag's drivers is qualified to handle six to 10 of those varieties, but no one driver can handle them all. The need for specialized training reduces the pool of drivers in a market that's already constrained. Barton Solvents also operates its own trucking fleet. But for chemical shippers that rely on common carriers, things can get tough. “Shippers must allow for longer lead times as they work to secure the necessary equipment,’’ Richards said. To compound the problem, suppliers are also extending lead times, and putting tighter controls on how and when distributors can pick up their products. “It's a logistics nightmare trying to get all the shipments scheduled in a timely fashion,’’ Richards said. (Regional haul routes continued on page 17) ‘Roadshow’ highlighting regional haul routes A major and largely unheralded movement toward regional haul routes is taking place in North American trucking, according to Mike Roeth, executive director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE). To highlight this movement, and underscore the fact that these routes can be operated by tractor- trailers logging MPG numbers on par with long-haul fleets running advanced aerodynamic vehicles, NACFE has been preparing for its “Run on Less Regional’’ roadshow. Beginning on Oct. 8, 10 regional haul fleets from around the country will begin running real-world, www.TankTransport.com JULY 2019 I TANK TRANSPORT TRADER 15

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We’re lucky we (didn’t) die.”Pamela Burnett tried to avoid it, but ended up driving through the plume.“It wasn’t smoke,” she said. “I thought to myself this is some kind of chemical. The next thing I knew, I couldn’t breathe. It was such a strong smell. I thought to myself, ‘Lord this is it. I’m done now.’” The National Transportation Safety Board sent a team of four to investigate the incident. The spill began about 4:30 a.m. in the area of Green Bay Road and 29th Street, according to Sgt. Christopher Covelli, a spokesman for the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators think a tractor was towing a pair of two-ton tanks containing anhydrous ammonia when they began to leak. Covelli said investigators do not believe the vehicle was involved in a traffic collision. “Basically, it caused the substance to go airborne,” Covelli said, “which released the plume into the air, which is extremely dangerous.” That substance can cause “unconsciousness, and at worst case even death,” Covelli said. According to Covelli, among those injured were emergency personnel responding to the scene. “Deputies arrived on the scene — our first responding deputies — (and they) exited their vehicles to try to aid the individuals who were at the scene, including individuals who were lying on the ground,’’ Covelli said. “The deputies were immediately overcome by the fumes that were in the air. Those deputies had to retreat and get out of the area. Both of them were subsequently transported to a local hospital, treated and released.’’ Covelli said 37 people were transported to hospitals “due to breathing in these toxic fumes. Of those 37, seven in critical condition with what was considered to be life-threatening injuries.’’ One of those listed in critical was the son of Ana Laura Garza, who lives on West Maplewood Road, just 20 yards away from ground zero for the leak near Green Bay Road and 29th Street. She said her son, Juan Jose Hernandez, 28, was in the intensive care unit at Vista Medical Center East in Waukegan. “It was so bad,” she said hours after the scene had been cleared. She said that, after the anhydrous ammonia began to leak before dawn, she and her fiancée, Elizonda, 53, could hear their neighbor yelling for help. “The smoke, it was so thick you couldn’t see, and we could hear our neighbor screaming,” she said. “We couldn’t see, so I went back inside,” Garza added, saying she gathered her two grandchildren, Isabel, 12, and Miranda, 8, and took them to the basement. The fire department came quickly and they had to walk down to 29th Street to get into an ambulance. “The smoke was following us,” Garza said. They were transported to Beach Park Middle School, about a half-mile down the road, where authorities had set up operational headquarters. From there, ambulances took arrivals to various hospitals, with Garza and her grandchildren heading to Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, while her son went to Vista Medical Center East in Waukegan. Burnett, 57, said she was driving to her job at a grocery store in Kenosha when she went through the cloud of toxic gas. Burnett, an unincorporated Warren Township resident, said she was on Green Bay Road when she saw the car ahead of her brake, and she started to slow down. She added that she could see a cloud, but she wasn’t sure if it was smoke or dust from someone peeling out on the shoulder of the road. “It kept on getting bigger and bigger — this wasn’t going away. I tried to slow down and not go through it,” she said, but it was too late. Speaking to a group of media assembled near the scene, Burnett said she pulled off the road while “spitting up and coughing” and called 911. She said she saw a man laying on the roadway nearby. Burnett was transported to Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville. Covelli said a total of 11 firefighters and three police officers were transported for treatment, including a firefighter/EMT from the Newport Township Fire Protection District who was in critical condition. According to Covelli, most of the victims had “non-life-threatening” conditions, and several dozen others had been evaluated by paramedics but not transported. U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider said he will also request the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency look into the incident to see if any needed updates to the Clean Air Act and Toxic Substances Control Act are appropriate. (from the Chicago Tribune) (Ammonia spill continued from page 1) Texas trucking companies was in addition to $5 million in compensatory damages in favor of Lauro Lozano, who had been one of Marin’s drivers, in a May 7 order filed in Hidalgo County, Texas district court. Lozano’s lawsuit, filed in 2017, stemmed from allegations that in 2015, Marin had pressured him to alter his logbook so that he could take on an 1,800-mile reefer haul from Texas to Maryland despite hitting federal hours-of-service (HOS) limits. Lozano fell asleep at the wheel early in the morning on the trip while traveling in Alabama, rear-ending another truck and suffering serious injuries. “This was a case where the plaintiff’s lawyer asked the jury to send out a message to the community and to the trucking industry that certain types of behavior would not be tolerated — overworking drivers and making them drive beyond legal limits,” said Hector Torres, who represented the owners. “We of course disagree that my clients engaged in that kind of conduct, but the jury chose to believe otherwise, and a large amount in damages resulted.” According to court documents, Lozano and his lawyer argued that the company he worked for, JNM Express, breached duties owed to Lozano and the general public, including using ordinary care in providing a safe workplace and in supervising an employee’s activities. The lawsuit pointed out that the defendants did not carry workers’ compensation insurance, and that they created JNM Express and two other companies, Anca Transport and Omega Freight Logistics, as a way to shield their personal assets “in a scheme to defraud creditors, including any employees injured or killed on the job.” Operating through several entities was also “part of a scheme to defraud regulators by evading safety regulations,” such as HOS, the lawsuit contended. Torres acknowledged that his clients’ choosing to not carry workers’ compensation insurance — which he said was voluntary in Texas — ended up being a major detriment for them. “If you opt out, then you lose certain common law defenses that you would otherwise have if you get sued by an employee,” he said. “In this case, we couldn’t argue that the accident was partially the driver’s fault. ($75 million dollar lawsuit continued from page 1) 16 TANK TRANSPORT TRADER I JULY 2019 www.TankTransport.com

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According to the agreements, the four companies will pay penalties ranging from $4,000 to $9,900 to settle claims by EPA that they each violated federal laws meant to prevent oil spills. These settlements were reached under an expedited settlement program whereby EPA agreed to resolve these cases for reduced penalties with companies that were able to quickly correct violations of the oil pollution prevention regulations. The companies involved in settlements were GCA Logging of Avon, Maine; Superior Fuel Oil Co., of Waterbury, Conn.; Academy Bus of Bridgeport, Conn., and GBC Metals of Waterbury. “Each of these companies stores oil in quantities that require plans to prevent spills and minimize damage from oil spills, so they need to have spill prevention plans that comply with federal clean water regulations,’’ said Deb Szaro, EPA’s New England acting regional administrator. “Companies that store oil must follow the laws designed to protect the public and the environment.’’ Federal oil spill prevention, control and countermeasure rules provide requirements for businesses that store oil and prevent oil discharges into nearby water resources. The rules require certain businesses to prepare, amend and implement oil spill prevention and response plans, which are part of the oil pollution prevention regulation requirements of the Clean Water Act. These cases include the following: • GCA Logging of Avon, Maine, on Sept. 20, 2018 agreed to pay a $4,000 penalty and to address violations of the Oil Pollution Prevention regulations of the Clean Water Act. In February 2018, a fuel delivery company over-filled an above-ground storage tank, causing a spill that resulted in oil discharging into a nearby stream that flows into the Sandy River. At the time of the spill, the facility did not have a required spill prevention, control and countermeasure plan. In a separate action, the Maine Department of Environmental Protection penalized both GCA Logging and the fuel delivery company for causing the oil spill. • Superior Fuel Oil Co. of Waterbury on Sept. 6, 2018, agreed to pay a $9,900 penalty and to address violations of federal oil pollution prevention regulations. During an inspection at the company, EPA saw that the facility did not have adequate spill containment for oil truck-loading racks and wasn’t fully implementing its oil spill prevention, control and countermeasure plan. • Academy Bus of Bridgeport, Conn., on Aug. 13, 2018, agreed to pay a $4,700 penalty and address violations of the oil pollution prevention regulations. The state responded to an oil spill at the company and referred the facility to EPA. During an inspection at the company, EPA saw that the facility did not have an adequate oil spill prevention control and countermeasure plan. Academy Bus amended its plan and put in place measures to prevent future spills. • GBC Metals of Waterbury, also known as Somers Thin Strip, agreed in June 2018 to pay a $6,100 penalty and to take measures to prevent future spills. In January, piping associated with an external valve on an oil cooling tower system at the facility failed, causing a release of about 5,790 gallons of oil from the system into a nearby storm drain. Between 625 and 650 gallons of oil was recovered from the Naugatuck River. The company responded promptly to the spill and did a cleanup, according to federal officials. (Oil spill violations continued from page 1) regional haul, freight routes to see how their equipment, drivers and operational models stack up against similar fleets – all with an eye toward boosting fuel economy and freight efficiency. “Run on Less Regional’’ will wrap up on the doorstep of the 2019 North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta, Ga., Oct. 28. NACFE has announced the 10 fleets it has selected to participate in Run on Less Regional, as well as the home bases the trucks and driver will be operating from during the event. They are: • C&S Wholesale Grocers — Hammond, La. • Hirschbach — Monterey, Tenn. • Hogan Transportation — St. Louis, Mo. • J.B. Hunt — Corsicana, Texas • Meijer — Lansing, Mich. (Regional haul routes continued from page 15) (Regional haul routes continued on page 21) www.TankTransport.com JULY 2019 I TANK TRANSPORT TRADER 17

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But we didn’t think there was evidence of that at all.” Torres said the judge has yet to sign off on the judgment, which he said will likely be lowered due to legal limits on jury awards. His clients will then have 30 days to appeal, for which he believes they have a good case. “I think there were problems during the trial with some of the rulings made by the judge on matters of evidence — what should have been admitted in the trial and what should have been excluded.” The owners’ other option is to seek bankruptcy protection, Torres said, or come to a settlement that can actually be worked out. As a small company with fewer than 20 trucks, “my clients don’t have the insurance to cover this award, and are never going to be able to pay even a fraction of this verdict. These numbers are astronomical.” (from FreightWaves) ($75 million dollar lawsuit continued from page 16) (Regional haul routes continued from page 17) • PepsiCo’s snacks and beverages division — Vancouver, Wash. • Ploger Transportation — Norwalk, Ohio • Schneider — Rockford, Ill. • Southeastern Freight Lines — Columbia, S.C. • UPS — Phoenix, Ariz. “Regional haul as a business model is kind of provocative now,” Roeth said. “I think there’s a real movement and change going on, and not everybody has noticed it yet. This move is being driven by e-commerce and a lot of new technologies coming together. And we think these 10 fleets that will be in “Run on Less Regional’’ really showcase all the different aspects of this application.” Regional is challenging, Roeth added. “In some ways, it’s tougher than a long-haul route where you drive 300 or 500 miles, sleep and then do it all over again. There’s a lot of diversity in regional haul. You often have multiple drops and hook-ups. Geography is often a major operational factor. Some drivers go out and come home every night. Others stay out a night, come home for a night, and then repeat. So there’s a lot going on, depending on where a fleet is and what their operations require.” Roeth said the fleets participating in “Run on Less Regional’’ run the gamut of common business models currently seen in regional haul. He pointed to Pepsi and UPS as examples of private retail or manufacturing fleets, while Southeastern Freight Lines, Hogan Transportation, Ploger Transportation and Hirschbach Transportation represent traditional regional haul fleets that have been doing this work for years. “And then we have two newcomers to this with J.B. Hunt and Schneider,” Roeth said. “Some people look at our list and see those two and wonder what they’re doing on it. They’re on there because this is what we’re talking about — a movement to this new way of hauling freight. And both of these fleet divisions have grown significantly over the past year. So it will be interesting to see how they’re coming into this with fresh ideas.” Like its predecessor, “Run on Less 2017,’’ “Run on Less Regional’’ will feature real-time monitoring of a number of factors, including miles traveled, fuel consumed, pickups and deliveries, elevation change, and vehicle speed. “With the growth of e-commerce, we are able to provide drivers with more opportunities to take on regional routes, which ultimately allows them to spend more time with their families,” said Craig Harper, executive vice president and chief operations officer at J.B. Hunt, in a press release. “With this program, we can learn how to make these routes more efficient and beneficial for our drivers, J.B. Hunt, and the customers we support.” Shell is the title sponsor of the event. “Shell consistently works to raise awareness about the energy challenges facing society,’’ said Annie Peter, fleet sector marketing manager for Shell Lubricants. “Whether supporting increased fuel efficiency or the adoption of alternative fuels, initiatives such as “Run on Less Regional’’ are a great way to showcase the advances in technology that help deliver fuel economy gains.” More details, such as introduction of the drivers, their exact routes, freight to be hauled, as well as details surrounding the Run’s technology days, will be announced in coming months. (from HDT Trucking) PNEUMATIC 2013 MAC 1050 Cube Pneumatic, Air ride, Aluminum Wheels, 5” Bottom Drop Tee’s. Was in sand service. Randy Cissell. Semo Tank/Baker Equipment Co. 800-264-8348. [email protected]. 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