The History of Roeder Cartage Company

Founded in 1974 by Calvin E. Roeder, Roeder Cartage Company began as a dry and refrigerated van freight transporter. As the transportation industry evolved, RCC expanded into specialized bulk liquid transportation, including chemical commodities such as sulfuric and hydrochloric acids.

That transition helped shape Roeder Cartage into the company it is today: a family-owned transportation company focused on safety, specialized training and dependable service throughout the United States and Canada.

In the late 1900’s, Cal met Mr. Dave Lovell from Coulton Chemical Co. who assisted him in obtaining the authorities to haul bulk liquid hazardous chemicals throughout the United States and Canada. Trucking companies that haul such materials are required to implement comprehensive safety and training programs for their drivers. Roeder Cartage is no exception. Frequent and ongoing driver training, not to mention a well-maintained fleet of vehicles, have helped Roeder Cartage Company achieve and maintain one of the highest safety records among trucking companies our size. Our employees are the backbone of this company. They are dedicated and highly specialized in what they do. Roeder employees share the company’s concern for safety and excellent customer service. Cal stresses to all employees and especially the drivers that “We operate this business like a family in that every employee is an important and vital part of the RCC family business.”