September 28, 2023Un-Stacking Chassis Chassis is a building block for the commercial vehicles. The vehicles like trucks, trailers etc are assembled on the base called chassis and then the structure installed for the vehicles. On a dewy rainy day, step deck trailer got stuck in the mud and broke down in the yard. The driver of the step deck truck called our team for the rescue. Once the call was received by our dispatch team, Sam & John from our team went at the breakdown location with NRC Rotator and Wrecker. When operators arrived on scene, the new two chassis were stacked on each other on a flat deck trailer. Moreover, the truck was broke due to transmission. This was a challenging job as the chassis needs to be shifted on the other flat deck trailer and then the unit to be towed at repair shop. Firstly, the chassis load was shifted with the help of rotator. The chassis were un-stacked and then moved to another trailer. Following this, once the chassis were shifted safely and securely. Secondly, the truck was winch out from the mud and then towed to the repair garage. The customer was very glad as the services were provided at its best with no damage. Lastly, the team came back at the headquarters office and dropped off the required documents as the proof and documentation to process the invoices further. [...] Read more...
September 22, 2023Countryside : Dump Truck Rescue There are number of reasons why individuals find up in ditches. These factors could be speeding, inattention and some more unexpected factors beyond their control. Many people are unaware that, depending on where you are, this type of deed might possibly put you in danger. Especially, if you try to assist without the proper equipment. Similar incident happened last evening; loaded dump truck got stuck in ditch. Pacific Towing’s dispatch department got a call from the driver and he elaborated the situation about the truck. Fortunately, no one got injured and the other vehicles were safe as well. Once they confirmed us the situation, our two heavy tow rescue trucks showed up on the scene in 30 minutes to bring the truck back on road. Mark & Sam performed the job. They used all their skills and experience to take the truck back safely and securely. Two trucks were used for this winch out services. Firstly, the heavy tow wrecker was used to hold the loaded dump and the rotator was used to winch it out from the ditch. It was like, another day & another challenge which is team accepted and succeeded. The truck was securely out from the trench without any damage. The customer was very happy as his truck was on road by our team without any single damage. So, this was how we got it covered as our fame is customer’s satisfaction. [...] Read more...
September 21, 2023On Saturday mid-night, Volvo truck along with several more trucks caught fire. This was unexpected incident which resulted wholesome damage of the several other trucks and trailers. The main reasons of fire could be brakes, wheel bearings, air leaks, engine or tires. Proper maintenance can reduce the risk of fire. The numbers of trucks were parked at yard on Howard Road, Burlington. Suddenly, one of the trucks caught fire due to some mechanical spark out which resulted in the huge fire resulting the massive damage of all the trucks and trailers present on the site. Emergency crews were called after receiving reports of thick black smoke coming from the area. Pacific Towing And Recovery provided an immediate response. Joe and Mark reached on scene at an appropriate time with the NRC Rotator and NRC 50 Ton to recover the units and ensure the further safety. It is unclear what started the blaze or if there were any injuries. We cover all types of accidents, rollovers, or any urgent situation. We have fully certified and trained staff with a quick response team. [...] Read more...
September 18, 2023Transportation Carriers are the lifeline of our interconnected world, seamlessly facilitating the movement of goods and services across vast distances. With their extensive networks and state-of-the-art infrastructure, they underpin the global economy, enabling trade, commerce, and cultural exchange. Their pivotal role in driving socioeconomic growth cannot be overstated. From transporting the automobile parts to moving containers across the world, Pacific Towing got you recovered. A new day, new opportunity came as a challenge for our team to move the cleaner machine from Mississauga ON to Thunderbay ON on float. The weep truck was non driveable with flat tires, open hood & broken cab. John & Patrick from our team who are fully experienced and certified performed this challenging task and succeeded. Firstly, our team need to lift the truck with HD Rotator and heavy duty tow wrecker by securing it with chains. Then, kept the cleaner truck on flatbed trailer to deliver it to its final destination where it would be repaired. [...] Read more...
September 12, 2023On Friday Evening (September 08, 2023) at around 7 pm, a heavy-duty loaded commercial vehicle slid into the ditch on the highway and two people got injured. The trailer was loaded with produce. When Pacific Towing arrived on the scene, they found a chaotic situation requiring immediate attention. The injured individuals were quickly assessed for any life-threatening injuries and provided necessary medical aid. Meanwhile, our team commenced the process of securing the accident site, ensuring the safety of all involved. The truck in the ditch was safely secured with chains and lifted up. Law enforcement personnel established a temporary traffic control zone to divert vehicles and maintain the smooth flow of traffic. Skilled technicians deployed specialized equipment to extricate the commercial vehicle safely, minimizing the risk of further damage. To ensure a thorough investigation, traffic investigators arrived promptly to collect evidence, examine the crash site, and interview witnesses. Their meticulous efforts aimed to determine the causes and contributing factors behind this unfortunate incident. This information will aid in enhancing safety measures on highways, minimizing the likelihood of similar accidents in the future. At all times, the safety and well-being of the injured parties and crashed vehicles remained the top priority for Pacific Towing. We worked diligently to stabilize the situation. [...] Read more...
August 31, 2023OPP contacted us, having called us first, in regard to a pressing situation on Highway 401 E, near to Mississauga. A serious accident involving three transport trucks had occurred, requiring immediate assistance from a heavy tow. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) explicitly instructed us to clear the highway due to its obstruction caused by the collision. Moreover, a diesel fuel leak from the tank was reported, further compounded by the widespread spillage of transmission and engine oil across the entire stretch of the highway. The occurrence of the accident caused a significant disruption in the flow of traffic, primarily due to the fact that it resulted in the obstruction of the middle lanes on the highway. It became apparent that taking swift and safe action was crucial in order to address the situation effectively and restore the roadway to its normal capacity. Consequently, our dedicated crews promptly mobilized and arrived at the scene with specialized recovery units to commence the process of recovering the trucks involved in the accident, while also ensuring the removal of debris and pollutants from the area. The objective was to facilitate the reopening of the highway as soon as possible. Upon arrival at the location, our Hazmat team swiftly took action to address the occurrence of the hazardous fluids spillage, aiming to restrict and inhibit any potential further spread along the highway. To effectively achieve this, we promptly deployed speedy dry absorbent material to form containment barriers around the areas where the fluids were leaking; efficiently creating dikes that enclosed the pools of hazardous substances. Our immediate response and implementation of these containment measures were vital in containing the spill and minimizing its impact on the surrounding environment. After the entire fuel was extracted, our HAZMAT truck was relocated at the scene to allow for the subsequent recovery units to carry out their tasks effectively. We positioned our NRC Rotator and NRC Slidder for operation. Firstly, we successfully dislodged the first truck, which had become tightly wedged under the cement truck and had caused extensive damage to its front portion. Subsequently, we had to carefully remove the obstructing truck from the path and proceeded to connect the tractor-trailer by detaching the axles. For securing the load, we utilized a combination of chains and straps. Furthermore, to address the remaining oil and fuel, additional absorbent materials were applied across the entire affected area. These absorbents were specifically chosen for their high absorption capacity. Once the contaminated speedy dry absorbent had absorbed the oil and fuel, it was diligently gathered by sweeping and then carefully deposited into designated HAZMAT Drums for proper disposal. [...] Read more...
August 26, 2023In today’s contemporary world, companies need to be prepared for any difficult or emergency situation. Truck Rollovers are one of them. Truck rollovers occur in distinct circumstances linked to a truck’s stability during cornering or turning, influenced by factors like its center of gravity and track width. Truck rollovers are unique accidents that occur in specific circumstances related to a truck’s stability when navigating corners, curves, or making turns. The stability of a truck is influenced by factors such as its center of gravity and track width, which is the distance between its right and left wheels. A few weeks ago, a similar rollover happened where Pacific Towing And Recovery provided an immediate response to fix the pinch. The live bottom rolled over in a gravel pit which was jeopardy. Team members of Pacific Towing reached on scene at an appropriate time with the NRC Rotator and NRC 50 Ton to recover the unit. As such, it was of utmost concern to recover the truck and live bottom trailer and remove the debris and pollutants as quickly and safely as possible. Once on the scene, our Hazmat crew members immediately began dealing with the spill of hazardous fluids in order to contain them and prevent them from spreading any further down in the gravel pit. Speedy dry absorbent was spread underneath the leaking areas to create dikes around the pools of hazardous fluids. After all of the fuel was removed, our HAZMAT truck was relocated to the scene in order to allow for further recovery units to perform tasks. Our NRC rotator & and NRC Slidder were set up. Firstly, we have unloaded the live bottom as it was loaded with gravel. Then hooked up the trailer by removing the axles in order for secure recovery. Chains and Straps were used in order to secure the unit. In addition, several more absorbants were used over the entire affected area where there was still oil & and fuel. All the contaminated speedy dry absorbant was swept up & and placed into HAZMAT Drums to be disposed of. As unfortunate incident preparedness is critical today, Pacific Towing covers you with immediate response, 24 hours a day & and 7 days a week. We cover all types of accidents, rollovers, or any urgent situation. We have fully certified and trained staff with a quick response team. [...] Read more...
August 24, 2023Pacific Towing got your back from towing to service calls in need. Yesterday, our dedicate team members provided service at Toronto Pearson Airport, Mississauga to the broke down unit of Air Canada Straight truck that serves the food for the flights. The truck that become down, transports the food from food warehouses to flights in order to feed the passengers. Unfortunately, while delivering the food at Air Canada Cargo towards Airplane, the truck broke down and needed immediate assistance without any delays. The customer requested highly emergency service with analyzing any delays. The call was received by our 24 hour in-house dispatch team. Arnold and Campbell of roadside service team made their efforts to reach the location. The truck experienced some technical issues which resulted in error to start. Then, the team diagnosed the trouble and fixed it up. Team was able to complete the job in tight time frame. After the completion, the team headed towards the main office and completed all the required documentation for the invoicing and filing. Thus, our experienced team member helped the Air Canada at Pearson Airport to serve the passengers on time. [...] Read more...