Winches are synonymous with cargo control in the flatbed trucking industry. No matter what kind of open-deck trailer is being used, a truck driver relies on strategically located winches to tie down the cargo using webbing straps. A trailer needs enough types of trailer winches to meet federal tie-down standards dictating the required number of […]
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What Could Be the Good & Essentials Cargo Control Equipment For Truckers
America’s truck drivers rely on Mytee Products for high-quality cargo control equipment and supplies. Why? Because we have everything that the average truck driver needs to get the job done. Furthermore, we might be able to find a unique piece even if it is not included in our standard inventory. If you are building an […]
Trucking Way St. Patrick’s Day: Top 10 Green Cargo Control Products
It’s that wonderful time of the year again where shamrocks, horseshoes, and leprechauns decorate every store shop window! Some folks go all out in their celebrations of St. Patrick’s Day, from making meals with corn beef to hitting the bars after work; here at Mytee Products, we want to spread the luck of the Irish […]
5 Things to Have on Hand for Winter Flatbed Driving
Severe winter weather is just weeks away in parts of the country where storms can begin in late November and last all the way through March. In the past, we have written articles on safe winter flatbed driving tips and how to apply tarps in winter and other cargo control components in cold weather. In […]
6 Important Things to Know about Tire Chains for Winter Snow
Do you routinely drive in regions requiring snow chains during the winter? If so, you know all about what it means to chain up before heading into bad weather. If you are new to trucking or winter driving, tire chains may be foreign to you. One thing is for sure in either case: chains can […]
Make Your Truck Winter Ready with Winter Truck Equipment
Winter is fast approaching and will be here before you know it! Truck driving in harsh, cold, icy weather can send a cold shiver down any driver’s spine. However, if a trucker prepares with winter equipment check, they can not only make it through the winter months but excel in strides. The first step a […]
Types of Ratchet Straps: Choose the Best Suitable Tie-Down Straps to You!
Ratchet straps are known as cargo tie-down straps and are made of polyester webbing. There are various types of ratchet straps as they are run through a buckle that lets you loosen and tighten the strap, so you can lengthen the strap until you can pull it across your entire load, then tighten the strap […]
Horizontal vs Vertical E-Track: How Do You like Your E-Track Straps?
When you walk into a store that sells cargo control supplies and ask for e-track straps, and you’ll have to choose between horizontal and vertical. Yes, there are two kinds of e-track for different types of cargo control strategies. Here you can find the needful help on horizontal vs vertical e-track straps. Both work the […]
How to Secure Cargo with an E-Track System: Enclosed Trailer Tie-Down System
Most of what we talk about in terms of cargo control pertains to flatbed trailers. That said, we do not want to leave dry goods trailers out. Although cargo control to a certain extent pertains to trailers with four walls and a roof (enclosed trailer), cargo still needs to be kept in place during transit […]
Why Winch Straps and Ratchet Straps are Crucial for Flatbed Load Shifting
For both new and pro flatbed haulers, the risk of flatbed load shifting can range from a minor annoyance to major calamity. Ensuring the safety of your cargo is of utmost importance during deliveries, and the use of winch and ratchet straps to prevent load shifting may be one of your easiest options! These tie […]
11 Tools To Ramp-Up Your Cargo Hauling Career
When you’re just starting out, it can be easy to get overwhelmed by all the flatbed trucking products out there. Fortunately, when it comes to cargo hauling, you can cut through the BS. If you’re not sure what’s a true hauling “need” versus something that’s merely a “want,” we’ve got you covered! 11 Important Tools […]
Why Truckers Choose Durabilt Binder Product over Other Load Binder Product
When flatbed loads require chains for cargo protection, binders become a necessary piece of equipment to have on board. Binders make it possible to tighten chains down with the appropriate amount of force. In light of that, Mytee is proud to announce that we have added a selection of four binder products from Durabilt to […]