Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Midwest Trucking Solutions
Ren Potterfield Trucking has been a trusted name in Midwest transportation since 1959. Our family-owned business began with a single truck and has grown into a fleet of 23 trucks and 63 trailers, serving diverse industries with reliability and expertise. We specialize in hauling hazardous materials, freight, and bulk liquids while maintaining a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. Our decades of experience navigating regulatory challenges and adapting to industry changes have solidified our reputation for dependable service.We prioritize transparency, timely communication, and community relationships, values instilled by our founder and upheld by three generations of the Potterfield family. Our team combines technical proficiency with personalized service, ensuring safe and efficient delivery from origin to destination. Through diversification and strategic growth, we continue to meet evolving customer needs while maintaining the integrity that has defined our business for over 60 years.
Services
Trucking Services
Hazardous Material Transport
Freight Hauling
Bulk Liquid Transport
Aggregate Material Transport
Retail Landscaping Materials
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of specialized trucking expertise in the Midwest region
- Our family-owned business maintains generational commitment to service excellence
- Diverse fleet handles hazardous materials, freight, and bulk liquids with equal proficiency
- Three generations of operational experience ensure deep industry knowledge and stability
- Proven track record navigating regulatory challenges while maintaining timely service
Services
Trucking Services
Our comprehensive trucking solutions serve Midwest businesses with precision and reliability. Specializing in hazardous materials, bulk liquids, and general freight, we maintain a modern fleet of 23 trucks and 63 trailers. With expert drivers and advanced logistics systems, we ensure timely deliveries across diverse industries while adhering to strict safety and regulatory standards.
Hazardous Material Transport
Certified transportation of anhydrous ammonia and other hazardous materials using specialized 22 bottle trailers. Our drivers undergo rigorous safety training to handle agricultural chemicals and industrial materials, maintaining compliance with EPA and DOT regulations while ensuring secure, leak-proof transport for sensitive cargo.
Bulk Liquid Transport
Dedicated liquid tank trailers designed for transporting bulk liquids including fertilizers and industrial chemicals. Our equipment meets ANF qualifications and DOT standards, with temperature-controlled options available. Experienced operators handle loading, transport, and unloading procedures with precision to maintain product integrity.
Aggregate Material Transport
Class 8 Capacity dump trailers for transporting aggregate materials like gravel, sand, and construction supplies. Our fleet handles dry fertilizers and bulk construction materials with ANF-certified equipment, supporting agricultural and infrastructure projects across the Midwest with reliable delivery schedules.
Retail Landscaping Materials
On-site retail of landscaping materials including decorative rock, sand, and mulch. Our inventory supports residential and commercial landscaping projects with quality materials available for pickup or local delivery. The office staff manages sales and provides product recommendations for optimal project outcomes.
People
Ren Potterfield
Founder
Established the company in 1959 with a single truck after military service. Pioneered Midwest transportation solutions while maintaining family values and community connections throughout decades of industry changes.
Judy Potterfield
Treasurer
Served as bookkeeper during the company's early years and continues as corporate treasurer. Maintains financial oversight while preserving historical records and business continuity through three generations of leadership.
Phillip Potterfield
President
Second-generation leader who joined operations in 1978. Expanded the fleet and diversified services while navigating regulatory challenges. Emphasizes innovation and maintains core values of timely communication and business transparency.
Stone Potterfield
Dispatcher/Driver
Third-generation team member who joined in 2017. Combines driving expertise with modern dispatch responsibilities, ensuring operational efficiency while continuing family traditions of hands-on involvement and customer service.
Questions
What regions do you serve?
We primarily serve the Midwest United States, with specialized routes for agricultural and industrial clients across Missouri and surrounding states.
What types of materials can you transport?
Our fleet handles hazardous materials (including NH3), bulk liquids, freight, aggregates, and construction materials using specialized equipment for each cargo type.
Are you a family-owned business?
Yes, we've been family-operated since 1959, with three generations maintaining hands-on involvement in daily operations and customer service.
Do you offer retail product delivery?
Yes, we deliver landscaping materials like decorative rock, sand, and mulch locally in addition to our commercial transportation services.
How do you handle regulatory compliance?
We maintain strict adherence to EPA, DOT, and state regulations through regular equipment upgrades, driver training programs, and documentation systems that track compliance metrics.
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