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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!

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:

• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC©) Card for our truck drivers grants special security clearance to secure areas of US maritime facilities and vessels
• SeaLink® card through the NJ and NY Port Authority gives our truck drivers access through marine terminal gates
• Our status as a Bonded Carrier and Warehouse with U. S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) allows us to streamline the customs process for our customers when passing through ports and other strategic access points

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.

Servicing Companies During Summer SurgesFrom May to August, when the A/C is on and the pressure to deliver is high, our expertise becomes even more critical. As temperatures soar and utility bills spike, water and power companies face increased operational demands. At All Chemical, we understand (and anticipate) these seasonal challenges and are committed to providing reliable and efficient support to these companies to keep essential services running smoothly. This is your behind-the-scenes guide to the types of demand we experience, and our expert levels of preparation.

Rising Resource Demand in the Heat of Summer

During the summer months, the demand for water and power surges. Public pools open, air conditioners run nonstop, and overall consumption peaks. This time frame also sees an uptick in the need for maintenance and repairs, especially for power transformers that need oil removal for disassembly and reassembly. Similarly, water companies require more process chemicals (such as fluorosilicic acid, ferric chloride, and bleach) to ensure safe and clean water supplies. We consistently observe heightened activity by our water and power customers from late spring through the height of summer. Unique requests, quick turnarounds, or specific needs… we’ve got all the tools we need to be a partner ready to jump into action.

Ensuring Employee Safety in High Temperatures

At All Chemical, we prioritize both the safety of our personnel and the integrity of the chemicals we transport.

Here’s how we manage:

• Hydration and Cool Down Protocols: Around our terminals, we maintain hydration stations and ensure our team stays cool and hydrated, taking breaks from the heat as needed.
• Extended Transit Times: On the road, we allow extra transit time to account for potential issues caused by the heat. This ensures a safe journey without compromising delivery schedules.

Temperature-Controlled Storage and Transport

For temperature-sensitive loads, we use advanced insulation techniques that function like a thermos, maintaining a stable temperature throughout the transport. This ensures that the chemical properties remain unaffected, even in the sweltering summer heat.

Regulatory Compliance in Extreme Heat

Compliance with regulations is non-negotiable, especially when transporting hazardous materials in extreme temperatures. We employ virgin tires—avoiding recapped tires that can fail under heat stress—and perform rigorous inspections to prevent mechanical issues. By using high-quality tires and equipment, we minimize risks associated with excessive heat.

Safety Protocols and Emergency Preparedness

Safety is our top priority. To prevent heat-related incidents:

• Avoiding High-Risk Routes: We steer clear of notoriously congested and hot routes.
• Enhanced Equipment Checks: Our maintenance checklists are more thorough during extreme temperatures, with a strong emphasis on tire pressure and coolant levels.
• Flexible Delivery Schedules: We may adjust our delivery schedules as allowable by customer demand to avoid unsafe conditions and communicate changes with our customers.

Ensuring Reliable Deliveries During Peak Summer Months

High demand and challenging conditions can strain delivery schedules, but our commitment to reliability never wavers. Our customer service team works closely with our logistics department to adjust routes and schedules as needed, ensuring timely deliveries.

Why All Chemical is Your Trusted Partner in the Summer Surge

When the summer heat makes you sweat, choose a partner who can handle the increased demand with expertise and reliability. With our advanced safety protocols, meticulous equipment maintenance, and flexible delivery options, we ensure that your operations run smoothly, no matter how high the mercury climbs.

Discover the peace of mind that comes with using All Chemical for your summer transportation needs. From bulk liquid transport to comprehensive chemical management, we’ve got you covered. Reach out to us today – or request a quote – and let us help you navigate the summer surge with confidence!