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How to Choose the Right Chemical Transportation Partner

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How to Choose the Right Chemical Transportation Partner

Experience, safety, and compliance are the major factors you need to consider when enlisting the services of a chemical transportation company. Whether you’re transporting hazardous materials (HAZMAT), food-grade, or bulk chemicals, hiring the right chemical transportation company is critical.

With over 45 years of experience in chemical transportation, All Chemical Transport understands that transporting bulk chemicals requires strict safety protocols, full regulatory compliance, and unwavering attention to detail. If you’re currently looking for the right chemical transportation partner, here are key factors to consider when making your decision:

Compliance Knowledge & Industry Experience

Choosing a seasoned chemical transportation company is important but making sure that they operate in full compliance with local, national, and, when necessary, international regulations is vital. Make sure that your chemical transportation partner has deep knowledge and experience with:

  • Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
  • OSHA Safety Standards
  • EPA Guidelines
  • Hazardous Materials Qualifications

Risk Management & Record of Safety

Safety is the top priority in bulk chemical transportation. This includes protecting drivers and ensuring the safe handling of all chemical products. To ensure that you’re relying on a safe and secure transporter, check the safety record and their emergency response for issues in the past—if any.

A strong safety record, as well as regular drills and up-to-date training are a strong indicator that you’re working with a company that is devoted to safe transportation.

Look for:

  • Low Accident Rate
  • On-Going Driver & HAZMAT Training
  • Documented Safety Record & Audits

License & Certifications

When selecting a chemical and bulk liquid transportation provider, it’s essential to verify that they hold the proper licenses and certifications. These credentials ensure the company meets regulatory requirements and operates safely and responsibly.

Be sure that the company that you hire has the following licenses and certifications:

  • Active DOT Number
  • HAZMAT Certifications for Drivers
  • Endorsements for Liquid Tankers
  • Insurance Coverage Reflective of Industry Standards

Fully Transparent Communication & Real-Time Tracking

Given the critical nature of the chemical logistics industry, any delay or mishap must be communicated on a real-time basis. The best partner is one who communicates openly and transparently, as not only to provide reassurance, but to communicate the progress of the haul.

The right chemical transportation partner should have:

  • Clear and Consistent Communication Channels
  • Real-Time Load Status Updates
  • Proactive Issue Resolution & Updates
  • Flexible Scheduling and Load Coordination

Specialized Fleet & Equipment

 It’s important to choose a chemical transportation partner equipped to safely handle your specific chemicals or liquids—and one that also provides critical services such as tank washing, steaming, and routine fleet maintenance to ensure reliability and compliance.

You’ll want your chemical transportation to have:

  • Regular Maintenance Schedules
  • Tank Steam & Wash Stations
  • Spill Containment Systems
  • Certified Testing and Inspection Programs
  • A diverse fleet of well-maintained, modern tankers

Strong Reputation in the Industry

While having proper certifications, insurance, a dependable fleet, and certified drivers is crucial, a company’s reputation can be the deciding factor. Choosing a chemical transportation company with a strong reputation in the industry speaks volumes in terms of the quality of service, adherence to regulations, and the prioritization of safety in delivering both hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals.

Partner with All Chemical Today

If you’re looking for a chemical transportation partner that meets industry standards and goes above and beyond to understand and fulfill every unique customer need—no matter how specialized—you can trust All Chemical to be the best choice for the job.

With all the essential certifications, a versatile and well-maintained fleet, and a proactive approach that includes regular emergency preparedness drills and spill simulations, we’re committed to delivering safe, reliable service you can count on—no matter what. Let’s work together to keep your bulk chemical transport running smoothly and securely.

Contact us now to partner with a team dedicated to transporting your chemicals and bulk liquids safely, efficiently, and promptly.

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Meet the Team: Liquid Chemical Safety at All Chemical

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Meet the Team: Liquid Chemical Safety at All Chemical

Here at All Chemical, we’re always saying that our team is our strength. Chemical logistics isn’t a solo enterprise. In our over 45 years of stellar service in this industry, we’ve built a team of dedicated professionals whose passion and expertise have directly contributed to the success we’ve enjoyed as a company.

That’s why we like to celebrate our people by turning the spotlight on a few individuals. This time, we’re excited to introduce you to a few members of our safety team: Matt Quadrel, Gerard M. Madonna, and Don Wrege.

Meet Matt: Safety Manager

Matt was raised around trucks, coming to work with his father (our founder, Steve Quadrel). He learned about truck driver safety firsthand, working in the shop on the equipment, getting familiar with the industry’s mechanical side. After earning his bachelor’s, he entered the transportation industry, taking on a safety and compliance role.

“I knew I wanted to follow my family’s roots,” says Matt. “Working in this industry from a young age has given me lots of passion for the company, and that’s made my tenure a great experience.”

He especially loves seeing the complete lifespan of new drivers, from their first onboarding all the way through their All Chem driving career, as they bring their unique backgrounds to the team. “There’s nothing more rewarding,” Matt says.

As Safety Manager, Matt oversees all compliance related to NJ Department of Transportation (DOT) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. “Our focus is to lead employees to hold our workplace truck driver safety to a high standard,” Matt explains, “and to maintain a positive safety rating, which is provided by the FMCSA Safety Measurement System (SMS).”

His typical workday has him wearing many hats:

  • Overseeing vehicle maintenance
  • Addressing unsafe driving
  • Monitoring Hours of Service (HOS) regulations
  • Conducting crash investigations
  • Assessing driver fitness

Since his start in 2009, Matt has seen the advent of countless new technologies. “Technology has its own unique challenges, but there have been plenty of upsides,” he says. In pursuit of liquid chemical safety, All Chemical has taken advantage of many of these technological advances:

  • Dashcams
  • Asset tracking
  • Vehicle telematics
  • Driver coaching

Matt says that the chemical logistics industry is a side of the world a typical person wouldn’t even think about—yet the supply chain is a vital part of our economy and everyday lives. Household products like hairspray, toothpaste, cleaning wipes, and countless other must-haves are only accessible to consumers because of safe liquid chemical transport, delivering raw materials to manufacturing facilities to produce those necessary finished products.

What advice would he give someone pursuing a career in this field? “The industry will have its ups and downs, since it runs parallel with the economy,” Matt says. “Just know that liquid chemical safety plays a huge role in economic well-being. Our nation couldn’t exist without it!”

Meet Gerard: Driver Trainer

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Gerard Madonna (Gerry) was raised on truck driver safety. He learned to drive stick shift, forklifts, and load trucks at the tender age of twelve, and he’s never looked back. It’s in the family: His father still owns and operates his own trucking company, and his older brother launched one, too. As Gerry developed his career, he worked for both his father and his brother before looking for opportunities of his own, which led him to chemical logistics dispatching, running warehouses, and managing storage facilities.

The road to All Chemical was winding. “At 37, I enlisted in the US Army Reserves and spent 14 years as a part-time soldier,” says Matt. “That amazing experience opened my eyes to a new level of safety, leadership, and a greater ability to adapt to new things and better learn from those around me. It provided me the skills to conquer any adversity; it taught me to do anything with nothing.”

Eventually, eager to find work closer to home after a 75-mile commute each way, Matt’s resume landed on Don Wrege’s desk—and the rest is history.

“I’ve never been surrounded by such a high level of performers, outside of a military environment,” Matt says wonderingly. “Our entire team teaches me as much as I could ever teach them.”

His typical day involves plenty of responsibilities:

  • Ensuring the ability, knowledge, and proficiency of new drivers
  • Maintaining continuing driver familiarity with procedures and protocols
  • Troubleshooting deliveries, trailers, and liquid chemical safety issues
  • Cross-training shuttle drivers to ensure a versatile force on the roads
  • Using the Motive application to coach established drivers: tracking driving habits and mentoring for higher public safety and driver safety
  • Conducting the Smith System Advanced Driver Safety Training on a rotating basis
  • Performing alcohol and drug screening for the company through his Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) certification
  • Performing the safety inspections of emergency equipment (fire extinguishers, eye washes, safety lighting, etc.)
  • Keeping the team current with forklift certifications

“My job never really ends!” Matt laughs. “I speak to all of our drivers every day and night, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Every day truly is a blessing.”

As far as training and experience go, Matt says there are no limits with All Chem. “Don and Anthony consistently give me the opportunity for training and updates through organizations like the New Jersey Motor Truck Association (NJMTA), the National Safety Council, and Transportation Research and Education for Driving Safety (TREDS).” Experience opportunities abound, since the industry virtually guarantees what Matt calls “spicy” challenges.

“I remember one job especially,” Matt reminisces. “I needed to empty product from a customer’s tank that had already been contaminated by another carrier. When I showed up, there were 12 members of management and engineers waiting, looking over my shoulder as I worked. Let me tell you, I was so thankful that day for how thoroughly All Chem trains us!” The customer came away impressed and satisfied, and Matt advanced his career experience even further.

“If I could give any advice to someone interested in chemical transportation, I would say do not hesitate!” Matt says emphatically. “Without question, it can be very dangerous; but the rewards are significant. What we do affects just about every part of our lives: products to treat everyone’s drinking water, swimming pools, additives for pharmaceuticals and foods, you name it. This work matters!

“And I have to say, our All Chem company—our family—is head and shoulders above the rest. How lucky am I that my introduction into the chemical logistics industry has been with the best?”

Meet Don: Director of Safety and Maintenance

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“I’ve been in this business for over 50 years at this point,” Don Wrege grins. “Jim [Notarfrancesco] and I worked together at Linden Bulk back in the day, in fact! But I first started off as a driver at 19 years old—applied to drive a flatbed with a single-axle tractor, first time—and I said to myself, Boy, am I gonna be able to do this?”

So, Don went that night to a truck driver friend of his, Tommy Bellas. “Tommy, I need to ask a favor.”

“What’s that?” Tommy said.

“I need to learn how to drive a tractor-trailer over the weekend.”

“You what?”

Don laughs, remembering. “Well, turns out I had a natural gift for driving tankers! I liked it so much, I bought my own truck—I was an owner/operator for three years, in fact. Later, Tony Douglas at Quality Carriers was a mentor of mine as I got involved in the safety end of things, and I really credit him with the thoughtful management style I’ve tried to emulate. I honestly think being an ex-driver myself really helps, because I know firsthand the types of tanks, the protocols, and the issues that matter to drivers.”

Choosing All Chemical was a no-brainer for Don. “It’s the easiest place to work, with top-notch management, stellar safety records, and a team that really listens to each other,” he says. The company doesn’t even need to advertise for drivers; because they treat their drivers so well, the word spreads: All Chem is the place you want to work for.

“Our management philosophy is the reason for that,” Don explains. “We don’t nickel and dime our drivers, and we support them. Some places, they fire drivers at the first infraction, and they don’t pay them well, so drivers rush to make the money they need to make, and that leads to mistakes. We don’t do that at All Chem. Our founder, Steve Quadrel, always believed the employee is the company’s greatest asset—and he’s right!”

In Don’s view, people don’t realize the chemical logistics industry is by far one of the safest industries—because of oversight. As Director of Safety and Maintenance, he’s responsible for much of the oversight that happens at All Chem:

  • Managing compliance, recruiting, and truck driver safety training.
  • Working with the driver trainers to handle inspections.
  • Running safety drills with employees and the local community.
  • Coordinating with COO Anthony and Director of Operations Jim each week to keep the company running smoothly.
  • Keeping abreast of regulations through multiple outside sources, such as the Department of Transportation (DOT) or member organizations like the American Trucking Association (ATA) and National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC).

“I’d want people to know that this is a rewarding career,” says Don. “There’s real satisfaction in learning the complexities of the industry; you become in high demand as you increase your knowledge. It’s a good living, with good opportunity to climb the ladder long-term.”

When it comes to truck driver safety and chemical logistics, we’re a company led by our values—and our success comes from our team! Call us today to find out how we can service your transportation needs.

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All Chemical Hosts Multi-Agency Drill for Emergency and Safety Preparedness

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All Chemical Hosts Multi-Agency Drill for Emergency and Safety Preparedness

May 16, 2025

As part of its proactive approach to safety and emergency preparedness, All Chemical Transport led a joint hazardous materials drill alongside multiple regional emergency response teams at its Lakewood, New Jersey facility April 2025. The drill brought together the Lakewood Fire Department, Lakewood EMS, Berkeley Hazmat Team, and Point Pleasant Fire Department for a coordinated response to a simulated chemical spill.

The scenario, conducted during the evening to mirror a real-time HAZMAT emergency, involved a damaged ISO container leaking a simulated flammable substance. All Chemical Transport prepared the container by filling it with 2,000 gallons of water and placarding it as ethanol to create a realistic training environment. The unit was configured to leak from the valve, challenging response teams to quickly assess and mitigate the hazard.

“It is drills and exercises like this that allow our members to gain the valuable training and insight so they can better position themselves to operate effectively as a team to mitigate any emergency while safeguarding the lives of all affected and protecting the environment,” said Lakewood Fire Department Chief Jonathan Yahr.

Lakewood and Berkeley Hazmat teams worked together throughout the drill, gaining firsthand knowledge of each other’s equipment and operating styles. Lakewood EMS oversaw medical monitoring, while Point Pleasant Fire Department managed decontamination efforts. Teams conducted air monitoring, evacuation planning, hazard research, and leak mitigation, all under a unified incident command structure.

All Chemical Transport played a key role in both planning and executing the simulation. Don Wrege, Director of Safety and Maintenance, coordinated the simulation with the Lakewood Fire Department Chief and led All Chemical Transport’s internal efforts alongside colleagues Gerard Madonna, driver trainer and Bill Ranson, yard supervisor. The goal was to not only support emergency responders but also test All Chemical Transport’s own protocols and response capabilities in a collaborative setting.

“This was an excellent opportunity for us to evaluate how a nighttime emergency might unfold and understand how our site conditions would impact first responder operations,” said Don Wrege. “We’re proud to support this level of training and will use the experience to review our own readiness.” All Chemical Transport and these emergency service departments are committed to safety, preparedness, and collaboration with each other to ensure the protection of personnel, the community, and the environment.

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In the Cab with Anthony: How to Weather Uncertainty in Bulk Liquid Transport

Written by SysAdmin on . Posted in Anthony Coruccini, Chief Operating Officer.

Know those common phrases: “business as usual,” or “getting back to normal”?  I’ll let you in on a little secret: as a chemical transportation company with over 45 years of trusted service in this industry, we’ve learned something and it’s that there is no such thing as “business as usual.”

What’s usual is change. What’s normal is uncertainty. Resilient, wise leadership knows that. In our decades doing bulk liquid transport, we’ve seen all sorts of business disturbances, whether as regulation changes, pandemics, shortages, supply chain disruptions, and other business interruptions.

Turns out, when you’ve weathered storms often enough, you get steady in the face of them. You start to know how to navigate uncertainty in all its forms with clarity, strength, and adaptability. It’s important for companies to focus on their ability to stay the course while adapting to new situations. And we’re here to help you do the same.

Staying Alert to Changes: Practical Advice for Customers

If you’re in the chemical transportation industry long enough, you’ll see your fair share of business disruptions, and each one your business will face will have its own unique challenges to navigate. Depending on the nature of the disruption, certain industries get impacted more than others. Knowing the nature of the changes helps you assess the likely impact to your business, whether positive or negative.

When regulation or policy changes surface, dig into the details of whatever it is you’re facing.

  • Identify your pivot points. Uncertainty calls for adaptability. Bulk liquid trucking companies that can’t adapt to changing contexts won’t make it for the long haul. So, take an honest look at your business offerings: where might you need to pivot from a stagnant strategy or service? Maybe tank leasing makes good business sense now where it didn’t in the past. Where could you introduce some diversification? Perhaps you can leverage bulk liquid chemical storage services to your advantage while waiting for events to play out a bit more.
  • Understand how it impacts your business and your business ecosystem. Connect with your customers to learn how they may be impacted by recent changes. Uncertainty in the market may affect decision-making for your company, your customers, and your vendors.
  • Stay connected, and stay informed. Business disturbances call for coming together: sharing knowledge, resources, and strategies to weather the storm. At All Chemical, we’ve developed a deep bench of bulk liquid transport professional associations and memberships that we can draw on when we need. Organizations like Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) and National Tank Truck Carriers provide advocacy outreach, workshops and resources we use to stay informed of industry changes and strategic responses at our disposal. Take stock of your networks and start tapping into them!

The Big Picture for Chemical Transportation Companies: Steer by Your Values

Change happens. It’s the one thing we can all count on; yet most chemical transportation companies panic when there’s change approaching. As a growing organization, All Chem aims to avoid moving too fast when changes are occurring at a fast pace.

At All Chemical, we know there’s nothing abnormal about change, including rapid change, on the horizon. We’re constantly navigating weather changes, like summer surges and the hazards of winter driving, customers’ intricate and complex hauls, and the changing landscape of government regulations for trucking companies and the chemical industry.

In addition to our business operations know-how, we also rely on our company values during times of uncertainty. For us at All Chemical, it’s all about the people. We’re loyal to our customers and our team: always have been, always will be. Because we care about our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve, we hold to safety as our top priority, and we bring an unparalleled level of customer service to all our operations.

Because we’ve invested in our people over the years, in times of business disruptions, our team stays strong. We’ve seen a low turnover rate because treating our team well is a core value at our company, and that results in a loyal retinue of highly-skilled truck drivers who are less likely to leave.

And remember, when business changes happen, turn to a company you can trust. Call us today to discover how we can support you and your company in the midst of business disruptions.

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How All Chemical Ensures Product Safety During Liquid Transport

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How All Chemical Ensures Product Safety During Liquid Transport
For liquid transport trucking companies, safety is at the top of the importance list. That’s why we at All Chemical are always planning, training, and crafting protocols for maximum safety of the many products we transport. Safety is at the forefront of our minds at each stage of a haul: from the moment we receive an order, assign the truck driver, plan the route, and start loading, all the way to the delivery of the product.

As you might imagine, there are countless factors you need to consider when ensuring safety during liquid transport. In the end, they come down to three things:

  • Your tank
  • Your seals
  • Temperature control

Choosing the Right Tank for Liquid Transport

Your first step when ensuring safety is the vessel you’re using to transport the liquid product. Different products require different containment protocols, and it’s of crucial importance to know the chemical properties of each product. What type of product is it?

  • HAZMAT products
  • Non-hazardous materials
  • Kosher materials

Whatever your load, you’ll need complete familiarity with the product’s requirements in order to ship it in a tanker whose specifications will get the job done.

Liquid chemicals are often transported in tankers. Tankers are designed to handle the unique challenges associated with transporting liquids, including the need for secure containment and stability during transit. A tanker is used to transport varying types of liquid products.

In addition, All Chemical also has a small fleet of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) trailers. These trailers are constructed using fiberglass, and are known for its strength, durability, and lightweight properties.

Our dispatchers choose the best piece of equipment for the job based on specific demands of the job, the nature of the cargo (including weight and corrosion), and any regulatory consideration or specialized applications.

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The most common container is the ISO container (or intermodal container), which comes in a variety of sizes, though 20-foot or 40-foot lengths are the ones most shippers tend to use. These containers are standardized for convenience, safety, and cost-effectiveness, and they require proper handling and storage. They’re mandatory when shipping HAZMAT materials, due to their capacity for safety and secondary containment.

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Other options exist, though, and sometimes a product requires a different type of tank. For example, the Flexibag container available to shippers can be the best choice for certain hauls. Thanks to their versatile technology and straightforward construction, these tankers can offer cost savings and greater availability than ISO containers in some circumstances.

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Seals and Closure Systems

Next on the safety checklist: the seals and closure systems. These matter not just at the start of a haul, but at every stage, from transloading to transport to offloading. Product viscosity or problems with tank hoses and seals can lead to leakage and breaches of secondary containment—a liquid transporter’s nightmare!

  • Inspections and compliance scores tell the story of a company’s professionalism and commitment to safety, and we work to ensure that our tankers, facilities, trucks and truck drivers all adhere to our high safety standards.
  • Transloading puts a company’s safety standards to the test, as products must be transferred from one container to another without jeopardizing the product, the team managing the haul, or the surrounding community and environment. That’s why few companies offer transloading services, but our Lakewood facility does (with our fully contained, in-house transload stations).
  • Proper kosher seals for trailers are required to transport liquid, food-grade, and other types of kosher products. We also ensure all hoses, valves and recovery lines are bagged for additional security. Knowing the significance of regulations for Kosher-certified transportation, we made sure our kosher fleet and service offerings fully met and exceeded all requirements set out by trusted rabbinic agencies.

Staying on Top of Temperature Control

As if all of that weren’t enough, you also need to manage the temperature control requirements for each product you’re hauling. Getting these protocols wrong can spell disaster:

  • Secondary containment issues
  • Loss or spoiling of product
  • Lengthy shipping delays
  • Equipment malfunction or damage
  • Transloading gone awry

There’s a reason we at All Chemical are trusted by power, water, pharmaceutical, and Fortune 500 companies—as well as governmental agencies and even nuclear power plants—to safely handle liquid transportation all over the United States and Canada.

When the time comes that you need a product transported, give us a call. We’ve got the knowledge and expertise that will help you breathe easy, knowing your haul is in good hands.

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Finding Chemical Transport Success with All Chemical Employees

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Finding Chemical Transport Success with All Chemical Employees
At All Chemical, our power is our people. We know the way to succeed in chemical transport is to invest in our team and go the distance together. As our founder Steve Quadrel likes to say, “Building a team you can trust is what will make or break you in this business. People who think they can just lone-cowboy their way to the top . . . well, let’s just say, they don’t last long around here!”

We celebrate our successes as group efforts, and from time to time, we like to shine the spotlight on some of the impressive individuals who make what we do possible.

This time, we’re excited to introduce you to two remarkable team members: Marianne Marucci and Renee Crawford.

Meet Marianne Marucci, Terminal Manager – Delaware

Marianne Marucci is our dispatcher and terminal manager at our Delaware/Baltimore hub. After 34 years in the chemical transport industry, Marianne’s found her home base here with All Chemical.

She got her start back in 1991, doing general office duties for a trucking company. A hard worker, she made her way through log-checking, taking orders, and invoicing customers, all the way up to dispatch. She’d done business in this capacity with All Chemical for over 15 years before her company closed her terminal, and she seized the opportunity to officially join All Chemical, where she’s been for the past seven years.

Marianne always makes a point of learning each of the chemicals we haul, thoroughly educating herself on all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

“That’s the way to make a good place for yourself in this industry,” she says. “I always advise anyone pursuing this career to learn everything they can about the ins and outs of every product and regulation.” She takes yearly training to keep abreast of industry trends and safety requirements, staying sharp for her role as dispatcher.

“A typical day, for me, means solving issues with tractors, trailers, and truck drivers,” she says. “It means taking orders, inputting them into our system, setting up dispatch, assigning truck drivers and trailers for each delivery, and keeping track of every piece of equipment.”

What’s one thing Marianne wants everyone to know about the chemical transport industry? “It’ll be around forever,” she grins.

Meet Renee Crawford, Terminal Manager – Texas

“There’s never a dull moment in this business,” says Renee Crawford, the terminal manager at our brand-new Texas terminal. “So many moving parts! You’re never sitting around idle. That’s why I chose this career, actually.”

She started out in the logistics industry in 2008. Over the next 17 years, she expanded her industry expertise, handling containers on customs or USDA holds at ports throughout New Jersey, North and South Carolina, and Georgia, and working as a chemical logistics broker moving bulk and ISO containers for companies like Dow Chemical, Lanxess, Clariant, and Henkel.

With her impressive resume, Renee soon had her sights set higher. “All Chemical was one of my premier carriers. They were #1 on my list to call, due to their excellent customer service and flawless execution. When I gave them a job, I knew they’d make it stress-free: Jim Notarfrancesco stays on top of everything!

“Plus, I knew they ran a close-knit, family type of operation—very different from the corporate one I was in—and I wanted a change,” she says. “I asked Jim if he had any opportunities opening up. ‘Funny you’d ask,’ he told me. ‘We’re opening a new terminal in Texas and need a manager. Interested?’”

She shakes her head, smiling. “One thing you should know about me: I love a challenge. I snapped up his offer—and I guess you could say the rest is history!”

Her role delivers all the challenges she could want as she manages 10 truck drivers, expertly handling all issues that arise with hauls, truck drivers, and equipment. “I’m a people person,” she says. “Probably the most rewarding aspect of my job is working with such a variety of people from all walks of life to help our hauls go smoothly and without hiccup.”

What does she want everyone to know about the chemical transport industry? “How huge a role it plays in our everyday lives,” she says emphatically. “So many of the products we ship go into everything we come across in society as a whole. Without the many people that handle the different aspects of transport of these materials, we would not be able to function productively as a society.”

The fact that people don’t realize this sometimes leads to problems, Renee thinks. The industry is plagued with truck driver shortages as a result of young people underestimating the worth of the career. “Shortages used to be a real challenge for me in past positions,” Renee says, “but with All Chemical’s good reputation among truck drivers for good pay and fair treatment, they don’t have a problem finding truck drivers—and keeping them, too.”

How to Be Successful in Chemical Transportation

Both Marianne and Renee advise people interested in a chemical transport career to pay attention to industry trends and learn all they can. “You need to multitask at a high level and be flexible with changes,” Renee adds. “The All Chemical team does a great job of this. Don Wrege, our Director of Safety and Maintenance, keeps management informed of new safety concerns, equipment updates, and improvements needed, and the team as a whole works collectively to stay on top of trends and policy changes.”

“Bottom line?” Renee says. “I love how family-oriented All Chemical is, and I hope to be here for a long time.”

The next time you’re taking advantage of our wide array of chemical transport services, you might have Renee or Marianne to thank for your seamless delivery! Contact us today to handle your next haul with professional ease.

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All Chemical Gives Back to the 17th Annual Cupid’s Chase 5K

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All Chemical Gives Back to the 17th Annual Cupid’s Chase 5K
On February 8th, 2025, All Chem employee Mary Stowers joined runners, walkers, and community supporters gathered on the iconic Seaside Heights, New Jersey boardwalk for the 17th Annual Cupid’s Chase 5K, to support the non-profit Community Options, Inc. According to Community Options Inc, the Cupid’s Chase 5K fundraising race saw over 11,000 runners participate across 48 locations, and the event raised funds that directly benefit Community Options’ initiatives, including housing and employment opportunities for people with disabilities across 12 states.

Mary participated in the event, not only to support the cause but also to get back into running before an upcoming half marathon in April. Completing the race, she finished 35th overall and 3rd in her age group, showing her dedication both to fitness and to the mission of the event.

All Chem donated to the race to help make this event possible. It demonstrated our commitment to community support, and we supported Mary in her wellness journey.

At All Chem, we believe in giving back to the community and making a positive difference. Get in touch with us to explore opportunities for community support and collaboration.

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Leveraging Technology for Excellence in Fluid Transport Trucking

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Leveraging Technology for Excellence in Fluid Transport TruckingFluid transport trucking is one of those industries where “the magic is in the minutiae”— which is why we at All Chemical have always been champions of leveraging technology to improve safety, boost efficiency, and deliver successful outcomes to our customers.

From our start as a company over 45 years ago to today, we’ve made a name for ourselves as innovators and early adopters of new technologies that make each haul run even smoother than the last.

That’s why we’re proud to give you a peek behind the scenes of our company’s tech journey in fluid transport trucking!

A Snapshot of Our Technology Systems for Fluid Transport Trucking

With multiple terminals across the country, one-stop-shop transport and storage service offerings, and an enthusiastic customer base that includes Fortune 500 companies, you can bet we have countless data points to track and streams of information to process. Personnel files, invoicing, training procedures, fluid transport trucking inventory, you name it: we make it our priority to be prepared down to the smallest detail, keeping accurate, real-time records for every haul.

To do that, we leverage several technology systems and partnerships:

  • CSI Road: This Transportation Management System (TMS) is used to handle many vital aspects of our business. We use this system to input orders, to track assignment of loads to our truck drivers, and to document load completion for billing and rating.
  • Motive: Using their AI-powered fleet management platform, we gain access to a host of tools: an advanced GPS asset tracking system with geofencing, responsive AI dashcams, and even document storage.
  • Trainual: The comprehensive Trainual platform makes it possible for us to store company processes, procedures, and trainings across all of our systems, ensuring compliance and helping us achieve our stunningly low turnover rate from year to year.
  • Toolbox Forms: Using this platform, we keep comprehensive records of all of our vehicle and tanks’ inspections for the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Admin) and PHMSA (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration).
  • Tenstreet: This applicant tracking system helps us document all our future truck drivers’ applications and our current truck drivers’ impressive array of certifications and endorsements. This platform is also used by our truck drivers to complete a new hire orientation with additional industry trainings.

All these (and more!) play a role in our constant pursuit of excellence in liquid transport trucking.

How Technology Benefits Us—And You!

Long before the advent of AI-powered tracking systems, we were taking advantage of all the tools at our disposal to benefit our customers. Our 24/7 on-call dispatchers rely on weather and traffic reports to give our truck drivers real-time updates and insights for every haul, while our Customer Service team uses this information to keep each customer informed of their loads.

Our Robotic Process Automation (RPA) technologies mean that countless manual tasks once requiring many work hours can now be computerized. From mid-2020 to today, we’ve put 17 RPA processes into place, streamlining our operations and efficiency.

Take this one example of our weekly vendor invoice review process, which used to require 7–8 hours a month of complex financial reporting. Through RPA, this once-time-consuming task now takes mere minutes!

“We’re enthusiastic about our RPA tools,” said All Chemical’s COO Anthony Coruccini, during a 2024 panel discussion. “These processes have allowed us to grow while maintaining a level administrative cost.”

Plus, using asset trackers like those listed above helps promote data visibility and transparency. Not only does visibility promote efficiency, helping us to reliably capture revenue touchpoints that would otherwise be missed, but it also means we can maintain strong customer relationships. The platforms and RPA processes at our disposal give us historical and live/current data.

We maintain these tried-and-true tools while adding new ones, staying ahead of the curve so we can best serve you. In keeping with our reputation as early adopters of technology innovations in the fluid transport trucking industry, we’re leveraging these systems to increase effectiveness across the board.

So, what’s the bottom line? When you work with All Chemical, you’re working with a cutting-edge company whose sophisticated technology, RPA process efficiency, and transparency, make a reliable partner—for the long haul. Contact us today to manage your fluid transport trucking needs!

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All Chemical: Building Resilience in Chemical Logistics Supply Chains

Written by SysAdmin on . Posted in Service Capabilities, The All Chemical Way.

All Chemical: Building Resilience in Chemical Logistics Supply ChainsWhen it comes to hauling loads, customers have plenty of chemical logistics considerations to tackle. Where does their product originate? What ports will they need to clear to get their load from point A to point B, and what are the regulations and certifications those ports require? During transport, what temperature controls does their product need? What containment protocols must be in place during loading, transloading, and offloading?

Picture each of these factors as links in a chain. Each requires careful consideration and planning in order for that link to hold, and each link needs to hold if the chain is to remain unbroken.

The Many Considerations of Chemical Logistics

When planning a haul, you face many different logistics demanding your attention:

  • Product properties. Your product’s formula is unique and should be considered when arranging transportation. When transporting, your product will need to be compatible with the tanker or ISO container and necessary equipment (FRP versus stainless steel, Kosher tank and pump and other factors). What temperature range ensures stability for your product? What causes it to coagulate or congeal, making transloading impossible or spoiling the product for sale or use?
  • Transport logistics. Products crossing state or country borders, or passing through ports, are subject to the regulations and requirements enforced at those localities. Do you know them? Do your truck drivers and technicians hold the proper certifications for both the product handling and the route it will travel?
  • Contingency plans. Consider the unexpected and have plans in place if something does go wrong. Most hauls will go to plan and with minimal issues. But on the rare occasion things don’t go to plan, such as mechanical issues, driver health events, weather or road conditions, a contingency plan for chemical logistics issues is a must in this industry. Truck drivers can encounter adverse weather conditions, construction delays, or disruptions due to current events on the ground. Their safety as well as the safety of others and your product, may include a driver shutting down in the name of safety.
  • Containment protocols. Your plans need to account for environmental protection issues. What will you do if there’s spillage during offloading, or if your product leaks while in transit? Do you have a containment plan in place and ready to activate, should disaster strike?

All Chemical’s at the Helm

Here at All Chemical, we’re in the business of keeping supply chains together. We build resilience at every link in the chemical logistics chain that we have control over, ensuring a successful delivery, time and again!

These considerations—and many more—are our business. For our 45+ years in the chemical logistics industry, we’ve made it our mission to dot every I, cross every T, and plan for any and all contingencies along the way. We’re prepared down to the smallest detail, and we follow through.

Our truck drivers, thoroughly trained and vetted, hold full credentials for a wide array of loads, whether HAZMAT or kosher-certified. Plus, because we transport loads up and down the Northeast Corridor, across the nation, and into Canada, we’ve got the regulations down pat:

With our network of hubs across the country, we have local terminals and partnerships with local companies we can count on if we ever need to deal with the unexpected.

So, take it from us: you don’t want to cut corners when it comes to establishing your place in the supply chain. When chemical transportation logistics are this important, you want qualified, dedicated professionals tending to each link. Give us a call today, and our team can help you with every aspect of your liquid bulk transport needs.

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Troubleshooting in Chemical Logistics: All Chem Goes Back to School

Written by SysAdmin on . Posted in Jim Notarfrancesco, Director of Operations, Service Capabilities.

Troubleshooting in Chemical Logistics: All Chem Goes Back to School There’s no getting around it: chemical logistics calls for strategic troubleshooting. Hauls require forethought and ingenuity, and when the unexpected strikes, carriers need to think on their feet to orchestrate solutions.

In our four-decades-plus of experience doing just that, we’ve earned our reputation for creative pivots and smart troubleshooting on behalf of our customers. That’s why, when a complex project struck at an East Coast college for our transportation partner, Univar Solutions, they knew to call All Chemical to help!

Calling for Troubleshooters

It all started with a call from Univar. “Hey, we’ve got a half dozen loads we’re hauling out of Illinois. We need everything delivered to a local college this summer. Can you help?”

The Univar rep, Amanda Strohl, filled us in on the details: a strict timeline, plenty of restrictions and ordinances specific to college property, complex chemical logistics and terrain issues, plus a finicky product with some environmental risk.

As we gathered more information, we learned the college had recently installed a new energy system, and they needed this bulk chemical product offloaded safely in order to charge the system. But the more Univar told us about the restricted parameters of the job, the more we realized we needed to see for ourselves.

All Chem to the Rescue

Our Director of Operations, Jim Notarfrancesco, drove out, together with seasoned driver trainer Gerry Madonna, to get the lay of the land. Sure enough, the job came with a number of complications:

  • An insufficient offloading area with no space for a typical bulk chemical offload
  • Multi-level terrain barriers between the equipment and the offloading area
  • Tightly constructed, older architecture at the location making maneuvering difficult
  • Containment issues requiring customized pipe fittings to prevent spillage
  • Steam fitters on site who were unfamiliar with the tankers, pumps, and hoses the job required

But for us at All Chemical, troubleshooting complex chemical logistics is what we do. Our motto, “When in Doubt, Jim it Out,” was made for moments like this!

So, we got to work. We called on a couple of our most experienced drivers to navigate the tricky hairpin turns and corners it would take to get the tankers into place—even, at one point, parking a tractor at the base of a hill and running lengths of hose to it to pump the product up the hill, through a basement window, and straight up eight feet to reach a fitting in the ceiling.

Then, Jim came up with our next clever solution—using our own tankers with pump systems that would allow us to offload the product faster. We even retrofitted customized lengths of pipe with the elbows and valves (with the help of those onsite steam fitters) needed to create a closed fitting for the actual offloading process.

Once we’d picked up the product for them and transported it, we oversaw the offloading ourselves and installed drums and other spill prevention measures, disposing of any residual according to the highest level of environmental containment regulations.

Long story short, we got the job done in just three days during the summer term, and the whole endeavor went off without a hitch.

The college was thrilled, and so was Univar. Amanda said, “the customer was extremely happy and thankful that everything went as planned.”

The moral of the story? You can trust us to troubleshoot safe solutions for successful chemical logistics outcomes—not just once, but every time.

So, if you need a reliable partner for your bulk chemical logistics needs—one who’s resourceful and committed to the highest safety standards—don’t hesitate. Contact All Chemical today!