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Thanksgiving 2021 Holiday Hours
Control Chief’s offices will be closed at 1PM EST Wednesday, Nov. 24th, Thursday, Nov. 25th,and Friday, Nov. 26thin celebration of Thanksgiving. We’ll re-open Monday, November 29th at 8AM EST Enjoy Your Holiday! Views: 0
The Ultimate Unofficial Guide to ASLRRA 2021 in Phoenix Arizona
The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association Annual Conference and Exhibition will be held at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix Arizona on November 16-19, 2021. Control Chief will be at the show at Booth 924 to showcase our Locomotive Remote Control Systems with our Locomotive Remote Control experts, Dave Tenney and Dan Sipko. […]
Control Chief is monitoring COVID-19
To our valued customers and partners: As the COVID-19 outbreak evolves and continues to impact the marketplace and the economy, Control Chief wants to reassure you that we are monitoring the situation with vigilance. We are doing all we can to safeguard our workforce, and to keep our manufacturing process running smoothly. We are pleased […]
Telechief™ Industrial Remote Controls
Product Spotlight: Telechief™ Series Industrial Remote Controls The Telechief series of industrial remote controls by Control Chief are our most affordable remote control system. The rugged, weather resistant remote controls give operators safe, convenient control from up to 328 feet, and can be used in many different applications. The Telechief remote control receivers can be […]
Product Spotlight: Locomotive Solutions
This month’s product spotlight is our Locomotive Series of industrial remote controls. Plus Enabled Technology utilizes a secure digital frequency hopping radio link that offers critical feedback to the operator in control. Our MU&Go®plus+™ is a single cabinet transportable receiver for multi-unit equipped locomotives, ideal for fleet locomotive operations. The MU&Go®plus+™ is a perfect solution […]
Industry News
Every Second Counts: How the Access 1000™ Helps Fire Departments Respond Faster and Safer
In the high-stakes world of firefighting, the difference between life and death can come down to mere seconds. When an emergency call comes in, fire crews must spring into action and get their trucks out of the station and on the road as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, one often overlooked obstacle that can significantly slow […]
Politics, Market Dynamics, and Weather: Navigating the Grain Industry in 2024
As the 2024 crop year approaches, a variety of significant factors are influencing the grain markets, particularly in the Corn Belt. Political Factors Impacting the Grain Market Political factors, particularly the upcoming elections, are significantly shaping grain trading dynamics. Market analysts observe that election outcomes can lead to shifts in agricultural policy, impacting tariffs, subsidies, […]
Low Mississippi River Levels Create Critical Shipping Bottleneck for Third Consecutive Harvest Season
The American agricultural industry faces mounting challenges as persistently low water levels along the Mississippi River continue to disrupt grain transportation during the crucial harvest season. This marks the third consecutive year that reduced water levels have impacted the movement of agricultural commodities along one of America’s most vital transportation corridors. Water Level Crisis According […]
US Farmers Raise Alarm Over Potential Tariffs and Soybean Selloff
American farmers, particularly soybean growers, are expressing growing concerns over the implications of rising tariffs and deteriorating relations between the US and China. The soybean industry, a critical pillar of American agriculture, is facing heightened uncertainty, especially following recent market trends that saw a significant selloff in soybean prices. This comes as the US exported […]
Canada Takes Firm Stance with Tariffs on Chinese Steel and Aluminum Imports
In a significant move to protect its domestic industries, Canada has introduced a 25% tariff on Chinese steel and aluminum imports, effective October 22, 2024. This measure follows a 100% tariff imposed on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), marking Canada’s alignment with the U.S. and European Union in addressing China’s overcapacity in global markets. Why Canada […]
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