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Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Quantix SCS, LLC, a Leader in the Chemical Space, announces opening of Port Allen, LA location
Quantix unveils its new location, supporting tank wash, dry bulk, and liquid solutions. HOUSTON, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantix, North America's leading supply chain services company to the chemical industry, announces the opening of their new Port Allen, Louisiana location. Located at 1737 Highway 190, Port Allen, LA, broadens Quantix's already expansive network. The Port Allen location boasts a state-of-the-art tank wash facility, and full-service maintenance facility featuring trailer service and repairs for wash customers. "Expanding our network to better serve our customers is always front of mind for us at Quantix," says John Labrie, CEO & president at Quantix. "The key success metric for our customers has always been access to locations and services that allow them to move their products safely and efficiently. This location's tank wash allows just that by reducing turn-around time for trailing assets" says Labrie. The opening of this facility brings with it 15 jobs and has the capacity to wash over 30 trailers a day. Uniquely, Quantix also offers the ability to wash tanks for carriers outside of their network. The facility is equipped to provide tank wash services for general chemicals and more. About Quantix Quantix is the leading supply chain services company to the chemical industry. It provides the world's largest chemical providers with end-to-end support through a nationwide network and comprehensive suite of services including transportation, 3PL solutions, distribution centers, export/import, in-plant and resin enhancement services, and Eco-Recovery. Headquartered in The Woodlands, TX with over 80 locations across the U.S., Quantix is committed to providing the highest level of safety, quality, compliance and integrity across its entire operation. Learn more at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Quantix Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
09-03-2025
- Climate
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Drowsy driving poses risks during Daylight Savings
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – As Daylight Saving time begins, you may feel tired after losing an hour of sleep, and traffic safety experts shared the risks associated with drowsy finally time to spring those clocks ahead. Starting Sunday, the sun will both rise and set an hour later, giving us more daylight as we approach the official start of spring. Women share breast cancer experiences at Thunderbirds 'Pink in the Rink' event 'I feel good, I know spring is coming,' said Juan Rivera of East Hartford, Connecticut. 'I love this time of year,' said John Labrie of did lose an hour of sleep overnight Saturday, and you may feel the effects, especially if you're hitting the road. AAA is reminding drivers just how important it is to catch up on rest before getting behind the wheel. According to the latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were nearly 700 fatalities from crashes involving drowsy driving in 2022. New research suggests drowsy driving is a factor in 10 times as many traffic fatalities as traditional crashes. To protect yourself and others at a time your sleep pattern may be disrupted, remember these important tips: Stay alert and rested Travel at a time when you are normally awake Avoid distractions like cellphones Obey speed limits Speeding significantly increases the severity of a crash. And of course, make sure to buckle up for every ride. As Daylight Saving time begins, it's encouraged to take advantage of that extra hour of sunlight. 'Spring is coming, a lot of people are gonna do gardening,' Rivera said. 'A lot of people are gonna be happy.' ''Cause it's lighter later in the day, I'll spend some more time outside after work,' Labrie said. This time of year is a true sign that spring is on its way. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
