If you’ve ever used a closed trailer to transport cargo, you know that the movement of the vehicle on the road can cause the items within to shift in the trailer. Shifting cargo may create a disorderly mess out of your trailer, and it also can damage the cargo itself. Whether you are a […]
Truck Tie Down – Important Five Things to Consider Before Buying
Tie-downs are very important when it comes to securing the cargo in your truck. Neglecting their importance only leads to disasters and legal problems! With the rise in the number of truck accidents, the demand for truck tie-down straps has started going up. So, if you are about to purchase a tie-down, here’s what […]
Summer is Mesh Tarp Season at Mytee Products – High-quality Mesh Tarps
Some of the items we sell are considered seasonal for stocking purposes. Among them are mesh tarps. Although we sell these tarps year-round, we seem to sell more of them during the spring and summer months. If you are a regular mesh tarp buyer, you understand why. Mesh tarps are particularly good tools for […]
Bulkheads: A Better Choice than Penalty Straps
Every professional truck driver knows that he or she is responsible for making sure cargo is properly secured at every step of transport. Both federal and state laws require it. As such, drivers use everything from chains to ratchet straps to blocks to keep cargo in place. Even bulkheads are an important part of […]
Aluminum Tool Boxes: How to Fix Dents of the Trailer Tool Box
A trucker’s investment in aluminum toolboxes can be pretty significant. High-quality aluminum trailer toolboxes can run you upwards of $500 or more. The last thing you want is an accident that leaves dents in one of your trailer tool box. But things happen. A. What do you do if a toolbox is dented? First, […]
Smoke Tarps: Additional Usage and Benefits of This Tarps
Purchasing tarps can be a fairly substantial expense for the independent trucker. As with any other business owner, a responsible trucker wants to spend an appropriate amount on the tools of his or her trade without spending frivolously. In light of that, you might be wondering whether or not you should invest in smoke […]
3 Reasons to Use Edge Protectors with Parachute Tarps
The rip stop nylon fabric used to make parachutes is a great material for truck tarps. It is just amazing that it took so long for tarp manufacturers to figure it out. But that’s a different topic for a different post. We want to use this post to discuss the necessity of using edge […]
What is a Cargo Net? Know the Different Types of Cargo Nets
A heavy duty cargo net can be a useful tool when transporting items. Whether it be a semi truck trailer or a simple pickup truck, small items have a tendency to shift during transport. Cargo nets can help secure the items to reduce their movement and prevent them from being damaged. A heavy duty […]
Use of Tarps in Agriculture for Protecting the Livestock
Livestock is an important asset to the American farmer. Some farmers deal exclusively in livestock, including cows and goats, while others work with livestock as a complement to producing fruits and vegetables. In either case, livestock represents an important investment the farmer cannot afford to take lightly. They need to protect such livestock from […]
How to Clean and Store RV Cover to Extend Its Life
RV owners who choose to use a cover during the winter, normally do so with the expectation of extending the life of their trailer or motor home by protecting it from the harsh winter elements of snow, sleet and rain. Cleaning and storing your RV cover properly can extend its life as well. When […]
How to Use Load Height Measuring Stick to Measure Flatbed Load Height
It is common that the question arises in your mind, why trucker need this load height measuring stick? We have the answer, as we all know that truckers are hauling heavy loads on their flatbed like construction equipment and other oversize cargo, they can be the obstacle when to pass the under bridges or […]
Know How to Maintain Carports and Storage Structures in the Winter
Last month we introduced you to our new selection of carports and storage structures with a blog post offering general tips on how to use them. We discussed things such as positioning and local permitting issues. With winter setting in, we want to expand the discussion to specifically address winter concerns. Portable carports and […]