Triplex Plating INC
Phone (219) 874-3209Michigan City, IN
Find this carrier by: Triplex Plating · USDOT 397837 · 219-874-3209 · 2198743209 · Michigan City, IN
Carrier information from FMCSA records. See dates and record coverage. How to verify an FMCSA record.
- USDOT
- USDOT397837
- MC
- None
- Registered
- 1990 · 36 yrs
- Location
- Michigan City, IN
- MCS-150 filed
- Jul 22, 2025
USDOT registration
Active
Registration status; not operating authority
Authority record
No filing shown
Check current status in Motus
Insurance record
No filing shown
Does not establish uninsured status
Safety rating
Satisfactory
Passed an FMCSA review
Overview
The short version and the key numbers.
Triplex Plating INC is an active motor carrier based in Michigan City, IN, registered with FMCSA under USDOT 397837. Phone: (219) 874-3209. It reports 4 power units and 4 drivers on its MCS-150 (Jul 22, 2025). In the last 24 months it had 3 roadside inspections, a 0% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.9%) and no reportable crashes in the available records.
USDOT 397837 was first registered with FMCSA on Jun 22, 1990 (36 years ago), and its most recent MCS-150 filing is dated Jul 22, 2025. Its vehicles were inspected 3 times on record, most recently on Sep 9, 2026, most often in IN.
Equipment on record
VIN = decoded from the carrier's vehicles · Inspection = seen at roadside inspections · MCS-150 = filed by the carrier
Dates behind this profile
- MCS-150 filing
- Jul 22, 2025
- Registration record changed
- Oct 24, 2026
- Latest inspection recorded
- Sep 9, 2026
- Latest crash recorded
- Not available
- Latest vehicle observation
- Sep 9, 2026
Each date applies to its own record. A registration change does not mean every filing changed. An inspection or vehicle observation describes that date, not continuous operation today.
USDOT registration and operating authority are different records. A crash entry records involvement, not a finding of fault. Missing information is not a clean safety record.
Company details
Filed identity, officers, contacts and registration details.
Company identity & officers
- Company officer
- Jesse Baldwin
- Company officer 2
- James R Baldwin
- Legal name
- Triplex Plating INC
- Organization
- Corporation
- Classification
- Private (Property)
- Registered as
- Motor Carrier
Registration & filings
- USDOT number
- 397837
- Docket numbers
- None on file
- Registered
- Jun 22, 1990 (36 yrs)
- Last MCS-150
- Jul 22, 2025
- Usual MCS-150 schedule
- July 2027 (see temporary relief below)
- Operation
- Interstate
- Hazmat, as filed
- No
- Passenger carrier, as filed
- Not available
FMCSA currently provides additional time for biennial updates due on or after June 1, 2026 and suspends USDOT inactivation for those missed updates. The usual schedule above does not establish a violation. Read our update guide and the cited FMCSA notice (guidance checked October 20, 2026).
Carriers in Michigan City, IN
- USDOT registrations in Michigan City
- 525
- Currently active
- 181 (34%)
- One-truck operations
- 334 (64%)
- With for-hire authority
- 185 (35%)
- Registered in the last 12 months
- 21
From FMCSA census records as of Nov 13, 2026. This carrier reports 4 power units against a local average of 3.4.
Find this carrier by
- USDOT
- 397837
- Phone
- (219) 874-3209219-874-32092198743209
- Fax
- (219) 874-3209219-874-32092198743209
- info@triplexplating.com
- Website
- triplexplating.com
- Officers
- Jesse Baldwin, James R Baldwin
- Legal name
- Triplex Plating INC
- Address
- 1555 E US Highway 12, Michigan City, IN 46360-2003
- VINs inspected under this USDOT
- 3ALACXFC6RDVA5535, 3HSDJAPR6HN483979, 5V8VC5326RM406861
Available registration and contact identifiers. Vehicle identifiers below are a recent sample; open a VIN or plate to see its dated records.
Legitimacy check
A quick screen from public records. A flag is a reason to verify, not proof of wrongdoing.
- Pass: Not on the U.S. sanctions list
Name does not match the Treasury OFAC list.
- Pass: USDOT registration is active
FMCSA lists USDOT 397837 as active.
- No data: No authority filing shown
This is not a finding of unauthorized operation. Requirements depend on the operation; verify the current registration in Motus.
- Pass: No federal out-of-service orders
None on record for this USDOT.
- Pass: No prior revocation linked
No earlier revoked USDOT is linked to this one.
Connected companies
Other USDOT numbers that share an officer, phone or address with this carrier. A match is a lead to check, not proof.
- Iron Bull Bumpers LLCUSDOT 2107096 · Casa Grande, AZSame officerActivePossible link
Matched on FMCSA filings: company officer names, phone and physical address. Large fleets and shared office buildings can match by chance.
Authority & insurance
Stored filing details and guidance for checking current status.
FMCSA filing records
Authority, insurance and notice records can include earlier filings. Read each recorded status and effective date; a filing alone does not confirm current authority or insurance coverage. Missing records do not establish unauthorized operation or missing insurance.
Amounts are shown exactly as filed, without scaling or currency conversion. Confirm coverage and amounts with the insurer.
Operating authority
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 13, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Insurance filings
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 13, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Suspension and revocation notices
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 13, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Insurance history
0 available records · FMCSA release date: Nov 13, 2026. The release date applies to this collection, not the effective date of every filing.
No matching filings available here. This does not establish that no filing exists.
Earlier FMCSA filing records
These records may omit later filings. Their presence does not establish current authority or coverage. Missing records do not establish that a carrier is unauthorized or uninsured. Check current records in FMCSA Motus, then confirm coverage directly with the insurer. Follow the verification guide and its FMCSA sources. Guidance checked October 20, 2026.
Safety
FMCSA's rating and how this carrier compares with the national average.
Safety rating
- Rating
- Satisfactory
- Rated on
- May 13, 2005
- Last review
- May 10, 2005
- Driver inspections (24 mo)
- 3 (0 out of service)
- Vehicle inspections (24 mo)
- 1 (0 out of service)
Out-of-service rates (24 months)
FMCSA BASICs
| Category | Percentile | Measure | Inspections with violation | Acute / critical | Alert |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | Not public | 3.5 | 2 | No | Not available |
| Hours-of-Service | Not public | 0 | 0 | No | Not available |
| Driver Fitness | Not public | 0 | 0 | No | Not available |
| Controlled Substances | Not public | 0 | 0 | No | Not available |
| Vehicle Maintenance | Not public | 0 | 0 | No | Not available |
Percentile: 0 is best, 100 is worst. FMCSA flags an alert above its threshold (65–80% depending on category). Some property-carrier percentiles are not public.
Most-cited violations, in plain English
| Code | What it means | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|
| 390.21TB1-MC | — | 1 | 0 |
| 390.21TB2-DOT | — | 1 | 0 |
| 392.2-SLLLR | — | 1 | 0 |
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/local laws — Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 |
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/local laws — Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 |
| 396.17C-PI | — | 1 | 0 |
Inspections & crashes
Roadside inspections and reportable crashes in the last 24 months.
Inspection, violation and out-of-service counts: FMCSA 24-month inspection record, as of Nov 13, 2026.
Most recent
- Last inspection
- Sep 9, 2026
Latest inspections
| Date | Inspection ID | State | Location | Level | Driver viol. / OOS | Vehicle viol. / OOS | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2026 | 88943945 | MI | Mi | Walk-around (Level 2) | 2 / 0 | 0 / 0 | 2 violations
|
| Aug 29, 2025 | 85640173 | IN | Argos In | Driver only (Level 3) | 0 / 0 | 0 / 0 | 2 violations
|
| Nov 13, 2024 | 83176702 | IN | Plymouth In | Driver only (Level 3) | 0 / 0 | 0 / 0 | 2 violations
|
Latest crashes
A roadside out-of-service finding applies to the inspected driver or vehicle; it is different from a federal order against the carrier. Crash involvement does not determine fault or preventability. Counts cover the stated reporting period, not the carrier’s entire history.
Where its vehicles were inspected
| State | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|
| IN · Indiana | 2 | 0 |
| MI · Michigan | 1 | 0 |
The states where FMCSA recorded roadside inspections for this USDOT. A rough picture of where the fleet runs, not a list of lanes.
Inspections and crashes by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Out of service | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Fleet & drivers
Filed fleet and driver counts, cargo types, and vehicles observed at inspections.
Vehicles filed on the MCS-150
| Vehicle | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Tractors | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Drivers
- Total drivers
- 4
- CDL drivers
- 4
- Interstate, over 100 mi
- 0
- Interstate, within 100 mi
- 4
- Intrastate, over 100 mi
- 0
- Intrastate, within 100 mi
- 0
- Leased drivers / month
- Not available
Operations
- Power units
- 4
- Trucks
- 4
- Buses
- 0
- Annual miles
- 105,300 (2024)
- Seen at inspections
- 2 trucks · 1 trailer
Vehicles inspected under this USDOT
| VIN | Year | Make & model | Type | Plate | Inspections | Last seen | Violations / OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3ALACXFC6RDVA5535 | 2024 | Freightliner M2 | Straight Truck | 3520223 IN | 1 | Sep 9, 2026 | 0 / 0 |
| 3HSDJAPR6HN483979 | 2017 | International Lf687 | Truck Tractor | 3371366 IN | 2 | Aug 29, 2025 | 3 / 0 |
| 5V8VC5326RM406861 | 2024 | Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (Vntc) | Semi-Trailer | SP237RLF IN | 2 | Aug 29, 2025 | 0 / 0 |
Vehicles recorded at roadside inspections under this USDOT (the carrier operated them; this is not a record of ownership). Open a VIN or plate for its dated carrier associations and available history. Plates can change or be reassigned. Vehicle details reflect filed records and available VIN decoding; these observations are not a complete fleet or ownership history.
Equipment evidence
- Straight TruckInspection 1 straight truck recorded at roadside inspections
- Tractor-TrailerInspection 1 truck tractor and 1 semi-trailer recorded at roadside inspections (trailer body type not decoded)
Cargo carried, as filed
Changes & history
Dated changes, earlier values and filing history for this registration.
Timeline of this registration
- Most recent vehicle recorded at a roadside inspection.
- Most recent roadside inspection on file.
- MCS-150 filing on record.
- Earliest roadside inspection on file.
- First vehicle recorded at a roadside inspection under this USDOT.
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory.
- Registered with FMCSA as USDOT 397837.
Dates come from FMCSA filings and inspection records as filed; a filing date is when FMCSA recorded it, not when an event happened on the road.
MCS-150 filings on record
- MCS-150 filed
Registration
- First registered with FMCSA
- Jun 22, 1990
- Last MCS-150 update
- Jul 22, 2025
Questions & answers
Quick answers, written from this carrier's FMCSA record.
Is Triplex Plating INC an active carrier?
The available FMCSA record lists USDOT 397837 as active. Registration is separate from operating authority and insurance coverage.
What is Triplex Plating INC's USDOT number?
USDOT 397837. No MC, MX or FF docket number is on file.
How do I contact Triplex Plating INC?
As filed with FMCSA: phone (219) 874-3209; fax (219) 874-3209; email info@triplexplating.com; address 1555 E US Highway 12, Michigan City, IN 46360-2003.
Does Triplex Plating INC have a website?
Yes — triplexplating.com.
What is Triplex Plating INC's safety rating?
Satisfactory, rated May 13, 2005.
How many trucks and drivers does Triplex Plating INC have?
Power units: 4; drivers: 4, as filed on its MCS-150 (Jul 22, 2025).
What does Triplex Plating INC haul?
Its FMCSA filing lists these cargo types: metal/sheet/coil.
What equipment does Triplex Plating INC operate?
On government records: Straight Truck (1 straight truck recorded at roadside inspections); Tractor-Trailer (1 truck tractor and 1 semi-trailer recorded at roadside inspections (trailer body type not decoded)).
How many inspections and crashes has Triplex Plating INC had?
Inspections: 3; crashes recorded: 0, in the available 24-month records.
What is the usual MCS-150 update schedule for Triplex Plating INC?
The usual USDOT-digit schedule gives July 2027. The latest filing stored here is Jul 22, 2025. FMCSA currently gives extra time for biennial updates due on or after June 1, 2026 and has suspended inactivation for those missed updates. This calculated date is not a finding of noncompliance. Check the linked FMCSA notice for changes.
Reviews
From brokers, shippers and drivers who worked with this carrier.