STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC

AUTHORIZED

DBA: RIPPLE GLASS

17220 KATY FRWY SUITE150, HOUSTON, TX, 77094|(281) 647-2700

USDOT

167751

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

25

Total Drivers

25

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Safety overview

STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in HOUSTON, Texas, operating 25 power units with 25 drivers. 1 of their 5 BASIC scores sits above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 20 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
81%
HOS / Fatigue
8%
👤Driver Fitness
8%
Controlled Substances
9%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
67%

Out-of-service rates vs. national average

An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.

Driver OOS rate0.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate9.1%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Texas is 13.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.7% across 174,809 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

What are BASIC scores?

FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.

A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.

Unsafe driving
Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
HOS / Fatigue
Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
Driver fitness
Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
Controlled substances
Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
Vehicle maintenance
Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
Crash indicator
Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.

Inspections

20

Total

65%

Driver %

Driver Inspections20
Vehicle Inspections11
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate9.1%

Insurance on file

No insurance records on file with FMCSA.

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC authorized to operate?

Yes. STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC (USDOT #167751) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC's safety record?

STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC has 1 BASIC score above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.

How many trucks does STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC operate?

STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC operates 25 power units with 25 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC transport hazardous materials?

No. STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC located?

STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC is based in HOUSTON, Texas at 17220 KATY FRWY SUITE150, 77094. Phone: (281) 647-2700.

What are STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC's out-of-service rates?

STRATEGIC MATERIALS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 9.1% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.