The technological environment is rapidly evolving for those involved in the transportation industry ~ manufacturers, distributors and logistics companies. Recognizing trends and taking action in order to incorporate these measures into business practices is practically required in order to maintain … Continue reading
Category: Penn Intermodal News
What does it Take to Keep a Northern Port Running Optimally in the Winter?
Posted on Wednesday December 7, 2022 by
The Port of Chicago has been hailed the “greatest intermodal facility in North America ” by the publication, Freight Waves. In the early 1800’s, the Chicago “port” was a series of wharfs and piers serving manufacturing, trade and industry. By … Continue reading
The Challenges Facing Equipment Depots
Posted on Tuesday October 4, 2022 by
With all the talk about supply chain issues and port congestion, unless you’re in the transportation industry, you may not have given a lot of thought to intermodal equipment depots. These are the facilities and the people who work to … Continue reading
Some Common Elements of a Typical Chassis Inspection
Posted on Thursday May 5, 2022 by
Chassis inspections are currently in the spotlight as the American Trucking Association (ATA) alleges that some West Coast port chassis inspections are being illegally performed under the ratified ILWU/PMA contract. Since, by Federal law, chassis are required to be “roadable” … Continue reading
Recruiting Minorities and Women in the Transportation Industry
Posted on Wednesday February 23, 2022 by
When diversity and inclusion are a part of a company’s core values, it propels the company forward and helps the workforce, customers, and community thrive in a positive cycle that benefits all parties. The transportation industry has largely been dominated … Continue reading
The Transportation Equipment Outlook for 2022
Posted on Tuesday December 7, 2021 by
What trends are Shaping Transportation Equipment Availability for 2022? The economists have spoken. The US economy is heating up, people who stayed home and accumulated savings during the pandemic, now want to spend their cash. Consumer spending has mostly focused … Continue reading
Triaxle Drop Frame with Extendable Slider “a.k.a. A Slider Triaxle”
Posted on Tuesday September 21, 2021 by
Drop frame chassis, also called tank container chassis, or ISO tank chassis are the most common chassis model for the transportation and storage of bulk liquids. Use drop frame chassis in combination with tank containers to transport and store hazardous … Continue reading
Recent Model-Year Equipment Supports Manufacturers’ Efforts to Attract and Retain Drivers
Posted on Wednesday August 4, 2021 by
Transportation and logistics companies are taking aggressive steps to solve the current truck driver shortage in the United States. Offering better equipment, like the recent model year drop frame chassis is one strategy to attract a new generation of truck … Continue reading
Transportation Outlook for 2021
Posted on Thursday July 1, 2021 by
The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in rapid shifts in manufacturing, transportation, and logistics. As the country reopens and we return to more “normal” conditions, let us take a look at what lies ahead. The Economic Outlook According to the May NACD … Continue reading
How We Get An Apple Juice Box A Day – The Apple Juice Supply Chain
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2020 by
After orange juice, apple juice is the second most popular fruit drink in the world. The apple juice supply chain is crucial to bringing this beverage into US homes. The bulk of domestically harvested apples are consumed raw, therefore, most … Continue reading
