Semi-trailer truck

XTM Signs Food Group, Foodtastic With More Than 21 Brands and 712 Locations

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

This group fits naturally into our ecosystem, said Marilyn Schaffer CEO, XTM Inc. Foodtastic is progressive, innovative and an industry leader and weve got the solution to support them.

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  • This group fits naturally into our ecosystem, said Marilyn Schaffer CEO, XTM Inc. Foodtastic is progressive, innovative and an industry leader and weve got the solution to support them.
  • XTMs Today program is a material way for us to continue to offer value to our franchisees, said Gerry Kakaroubus, VP, Operations, Foodtastic.
  • This will be presented to our franchisees at no cost for implementation, daily access to the payment platform and customer service.
  • Foodtastic is a leader in the restaurant franchising business, with over 700 restaurants and $700 million in annualized sales.

Spin Master Heads Into the Holidays with Five Toys on Walmart's 2022 Top Toy List

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Spin Master Corp. (TSX: TOY) ( www.spinmaster.com ), a leading children's entertainment company, is readying for a fun-filled holiday season beginning with five innovative toys makingWalmart's 2022 Top Toy List.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Spin Master Corp. (TSX: TOY) ( www.spinmaster.com ), a leading children's entertainment company, is readying for a fun-filled holiday season beginning with five innovative toys makingWalmart's 2022 Top Toy List.
  • Walmart's Top Toy List showcases the top 55 toys the industry has to offer, helping families plan ahead and save on their wish lists this holiday season.
  • "Our 2022 holiday toy line up is packed with innovation, and we are honored to have five of our toys on Walmart's Top Toy List this year," said Chris Beardall, Spin Master's President of Toys and Chief Commercial Officer.
  • Spin Master Corp. (TSX: TOY) is a leading global children's entertainment company, creating exceptional play experiences through its three creative centres: Toys, Entertainment and Digital Games.

Outrider delivers first-of-its-kind autonomous hitching technology

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

GOLDEN, Colo., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Outrider , the pioneer in autonomous yard operations for logistics hubs, today announced it is the first company to offer advanced, automated tractor-trailer hitching capabilities.

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  • GOLDEN, Colo., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Outrider , the pioneer in autonomous yard operations for logistics hubs, today announced it is the first company to offer advanced, automated tractor-trailer hitching capabilities.
  • This patent-pending technology is now available as part of the Outrider System, which automates distribution yards for large, logistics-dependent enterprises.
  • Outrider is focused on moving trailers in distribution yards, where autonomous hitching technology is critical to automating the entire operation," added Smith.
  • Outrider, the pioneer in autonomous yard operations for logistics hubs, helps large enterprises improve safety and increase efficiency.

ORBCOMM Announces Breakthrough in Total Tractor to Trailer Connected Intelligence

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

This latest innovation in ORBCOMMs smart truck solution is focused on bringing total tractor to trailer intelligence for enhanced visibility, efficiency, safety and experience to fleets, drivers and their customers.

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  • This latest innovation in ORBCOMMs smart truck solution is focused on bringing total tractor to trailer intelligence for enhanced visibility, efficiency, safety and experience to fleets, drivers and their customers.
  • The ORBCOMM Tractor ID sensors advanced Bluetooth and radar filtering technology ensures the tractor will connect to the desired trailer, while filtering out nearby trailers that could otherwise lead to inaccurate pairings.
  • The Tractor ID sensor immediately determines a correct or incorrect tractor-trailer pairing, the beginning or ending of moves and trailer connects or disconnects.
  • When the driver connects to a trailer, an automated notification is sent through the integrated ORBCOMM platform to the customers dispatch system to validate the proper trailer connection before the driver leaves the yard.

Gasoline Shortage Looms as Fuel Truck Driver Shortfall Worsens

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

The National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC), an industry trade group, has warned that a worsening semi-truck driver shortage could lead to higher fuel prices and even shortages at the pump this summer.

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  • The National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC), an industry trade group, has warned that a worsening semi-truck driver shortage could lead to higher fuel prices and even shortages at the pump this summer.
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  • "Shortage Of Tanker Truck Drivers May Lead To Higher Gasoline Prices This Summer."
  • "Truck Driver Shortage Is Impacting St. Louis Economy."

U-Haul of Forest Park in Kenosha Closes after 44 Years

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

KENOSHA, Wis., June 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- U-Haul of Forest Park at 6503 39th Ave. permanently closed its doors on June 24 after 44 years of serving the local community.

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  • KENOSHA, Wis., June 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- U-Haul of Forest Park at 6503 39th Ave. permanently closed its doors on June 24 after 44 years of serving the local community.
  • U-Haul Moving & Storage of Kenosha offers truck and trailer sharing, U-Box portable storage containers, moving supplies, towing equipment, professional hitch installation, bike racks and more.
  • Customers also have access to 716 indoor self-storage units with climate-control options and high-tech security features at affordable price points.
  • As a result of U-Haul of Forest Park closing, three U-Haul Team Members were let go.

Sustainability Impact: U-Haul Reuse of Vacated Kmart to Benefit Florence

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Monday, May 24, 2021

FLORENCE, S.C., May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --U-Haul is unveiling the sustainability impact for its adaptive reuse project at the shuttered Kmart store at 2020 W. Evans St. in Florence.

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  • FLORENCE, S.C., May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --U-Haul is unveiling the sustainability impact for its adaptive reuse project at the shuttered Kmart store at 2020 W. Evans St. in Florence.
  • Erected in 1968, the building was vacated in 2017 and has remained empty.
  • U-Haul Moving & Storage of West Florence will also offer essential moving services like truck and trailer sharing, moving supplies, towing equipment, U-Box portable storage containers, a retail showroom and more.
  • "U-Haul has been repurposing vacated buildings for decades, and we are excited to bring our sustainability model to Florence," stated Matt McCoy, U-Haul Company of Southern Atlantic Coast president.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Protective Accessory for Semi-Trucks (FLA-3384)

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Monday, April 19, 2021

My design could help to prevent damage and accidents associated with the buildup of debris and ice on a truck\'s fifth wheel plate and handle.

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  • My design could help to prevent damage and accidents associated with the buildup of debris and ice on a truck\'s fifth wheel plate and handle.
  • "\nThe patent-pending invention provides an effective way to protect the fifth wheel and handle on a semi-truck.
  • As a result, it helps to avoid unexpected trailer disconnection and it provides added safety and peace of mind.
  • Additionally, it is producible in design variations.\nThe original design was submitted to the Fort Lauderdale sales office of InventHelp.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Trailer Towing Accessory for Vehicles (SUU-656)

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021

My design enables you to safely transport a heavy trailer without damaging your vehicle."

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  • My design enables you to safely transport a heavy trailer without damaging your vehicle."
  • The invention provides an effective way to tow a larger trailer.
  • In doing so, it offers an alternative to using an additional or larger vehicle to tow a heavy trailer.
  • As a result, it increases safety and support and it reduces the risk of suspension system damage while towing.

InventHelp Inventor Invents Safety Accessory for Commercial Semi-Trailers (SKC-662)

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Thursday, March 25, 2021

The invention fulfills the need for a safety guard for the lower sides of large commercial trailers.

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  • The invention fulfills the need for a safety guard for the lower sides of large commercial trailers.
  • In doing so, it serves as a low-level physical barrier to prevent a car from striking the trailer at mid-windshield level in a side-impact collision.
  • As a result, it would absorb impact without allowing the vehicle to travel underneath the trailer.
  • The original design was submitted to the Missouri sales office of InventHelp.