Larry Labelle
On any given day, Larry is a wearer of many hats! A devoted employee, dad, husband, and award-winning chili maker, one thing is true about Larry: he is passionate about people. He strives to create genuine relationships that foster doing better business for everyone. Over the last 20 years, Larry has been instrumental in shaping the future of Verduyn Tarps. He is highly skilled in sales, negotiation, team building, and management, with a strong HR background and a bachelor’s degree focused on Labour Studies from McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. Currently, Larry leads in his role as the Director of Business Administration, overseeing the foundational departments and divisions of our organization. As a well-respected, people-first leader, Larry enjoys serving up success whether it is from the boardroom or the grill!
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The transportation industry frequently uses tarps and tarp straps to protect cargo from the elements. They include rolling tarp systems that are fully customizable for any type of trailer and capable of meeting the needs are various loads, including steel, lumber and irregularly shaped cargo. However, truck tarps represent only a small fraction of potential […]
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Want to make a comparison of not only steel tarps vs lumber tarps, but any other tarping solution? Let’s dive deeper into the world of truck tarps. To the uninitiated, a tarp might seem like just another piece of cloth. Yet, for those in the trucking industry, the choice of tarp is as crucial as […]
Read MoreTarps are an indispensable tool for truckers on the road. They serve as the first line of defense for cargo, protecting it from the elements, debris and gravel — and taking a lot of abuse along the way. Knowing how to care for truck tarps can be extremely important to ensuring how long they last and whether […]
Read MoreAs a carrier, your customers count on you to do everything you can to protect their precious cargo. That’s why proper tarp maintenance is an element of your job you can’t ignore. Any holes, rips or tears can expose loads to the elements. This opens the door for damage to shipments as well as your […]
Read MoreDrivers rely on tarps to keep their cargos safe and clean while in transit. Once the run is completed, many truckers simply stash them away until it’s time to hit the road again. But tarps can do so much more than cover shipments. From home improvement projects to recreational purposes, a heavy-duty vinyl tarp comes in handy […]
Read MoreThere’s no question: A tarping system is a big investment. It’s no wonder some outfits say tarp system price is their #1 factor when buying a system. But buying based on price alone can be a costly gamble. Here are three reasons not to cut corners when buying a retractable tarp system. Reason #1: With Tarp Systems, […]
Read MorePreventing tarp system wear and tear is the best way to extend the life of your investment. While you can’t avoid wear and tear completely, there are steps you can take to reduce tarp damage. Most tarp systems are damaged by misuse, not by road hazards or Mother Nature, so here are three steps you can take […]
Read MoreWhen do you have to tarp a load? Tarping isn’t just a way to protect loads from environmental factors such as rain, wind, or dust, but it’s a crucial part of ensuring cargo safety. In fact, in the truck driving industry, safety always comes first. And at Verduyn Tarps, safety comes first with us. Take […]
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Learning how to tarp a load can be a challenge. Additionally, whatever you’re hauling, it won’t matter how fast you get your load to its destination if it’s damaged in transit. That’s why tarping is such an important component of the shipping process. It’s also why knowing how to tarp a load is a vital […]
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A question we often hear from our customers is whether or not they can get a new tarp system on a used trailer. There seems to be a misconception out there that you can only install new tarp systems on new trailers. This is not the case. We have customers that have been flatbedding for […]
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