The standard flatbed and step deck flatbed trailers are the most common trailers used today to ship all sizes and weights of cargo. In the shipping sector, they are the most adaptable to move heavy haul and oversize shipping loads. When these trailers are protected, loaded, and secured properly there are almost no limits to the cargo that can be transported. Because of the many configurations in these types of trailers the flatbed is the shipping tool of choice to move heavy transport and oversize shipping. There are many regulations in place that monitor the safety of moving these customized loads.

 

 

Any loads over a standard size would require special permitting and certain regulations such as routes and times of day to travel. A usual load that would not require permitting are less than forty-eight feet long and less than eight and a half feet wide and no more than eight and a half feet tall. This standard size allows for four hundred square feet of cargo floor space. Because a usual trailer is five feet above the road surface standard clearances are just under thirteen and a half feet. When coming up with over-dimensional freight quotes these dimensions must be documented for the appropriated pricing.

 

 

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A steerable 13 axle trailer is a common solution to move specialized heavy haul machinery. To eliminate any damage to these special types of heavy equipment hauling, precautions are the key. Featuring a totally enclosed environment adequate protection for example to machinery roll faces is achieved meeting the engineering specifications for transporting these types of machinery.

 

The most advanced controlled heating systems are also part of the features of these types of trailers enabling an environment that may be required for special types of heavy haul freight. Climate control specifications meeting engineering criteria is often a requirement for transporting such specialized freight to safely protect the integrity of the cargo, especially during harsh weather.

 

 

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Specialized cargo may need a nine-axle trailer. We can outfit your cargo with the flatbed trailer that is needed for the configuration of your shipment. These heavy haul transportation loads can weigh up to seventy-five tons. A nine-axle heavy haul transport flatbed trailer can transport your cargo safely and within all state and federal regulations. These features allow your cargo to be shipped in one piece most of the time without having to incur additional costs to break down the load. They can be moved using as few trailers as possible to meet these weight regulations.

 

 

You will see the difference moving a load with the correct equipment in one piece vs. several in the bottom line of your budget. Cumulative savings will be quite evident in savings for labor, fuel, and dismantling and reassembling times. This reduction in cost using our concise logistics can reflect a savings of as much as $5,000 to $10,000 per trailer load.

 

Please make it a point to check into our heavy haul transporting quotes today where an experienced, knowledgeable, and professional staff can help you work through the logistics and budget of your shipping project. Call us at (844)337-4909 to work through any heavy transport load questions.

 

 

 

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Oversize truckloads are nothing new. They’ve been overstuffing trucks with stuff for as long as there have been trucks. You have probably seen a bright, black and yellow banner that bears the words “oversize load” on a truck before. This type of truck usually carries industrial equipment, a mobile home, or a steel shipping container. Some of these trucks exceed their capacity. Due to the varying sizes and weights of industrial equipment and homes, this is bound to happen from time to time.

 

 

This can result in accidents, injuries, and even deaths in some cases. It also causes millions of dollars’ worth of losses as well when taken together. However, we have learned many things over the hundred years that trucks have been on the road. Hence, we can now identify the dangers associated with overstuffing trucks. So here are a few practices that you should watch out for and protect yourself and your cargo.

 

Increased Stopping Distance

 

Increased stopping distance is a problem that is inherent to oversize hauling in general. Larger mass means greater momentum, which means a greater force needed to stop a moving body. The average stopping distance for a loaded tractor-trailer is 196 feet. This is compared to 133 feet for a passenger vehicle. In general, stopping distance increases by 25%  for every 20,000 pounds added after the first 80,000 pounds. That’s the upper legal limit for normal load sizes. Hence, it shouldn’t ever be exceeded without proper precautions.

 

 

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More than half a million trucking accidents occur in the US every single year. Heavy equipment hauling, thus, comes under one of the most dangerous professions out there. Hence, truckers, especially those that are getting on in years, need to adhere to safety precautions.

 

 

So here are 10 tips that can make heavy equipment hauling much safer.

 

1.     Seatbelt First

 

A 2013 study by the CDC showed that 1 in 6 truck drivers don’t wear seatbelts, which can cause a lot of preventable injuries. More than 40% of crash-related deaths can occur if the driver isn’t wearing a seatbelt. So wear your seatbelt to protect yourself.

 

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Flatbed trucking companies play an essential role in maintaining supply chains across America. They are reliable for transporting large items across long distances safely; however, some items may be too large or heavy for normal shipping companies to transport.

 

 

These items could be transported using a heavy haul company instead. Most people outside of the trucking industry are unfamiliar with these companies and are hesitant to try their specialized services. So here are some reasons to use a heavy haul company to transport your oversized freight.

 

1.      Specialized vehicles

 

Items that are too large or too heavy to be transported on regular flatbed trailers will need to be transported using specialized heavy haul vehicles. Some of these trucks are built for towing heavy freight, while others feature stepped flatbeds for transporting tall items safely.

 

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Drivers who are interested in trucking flatbed vehicles should learn about the different skills required to succeed in this occupation. Trucking flatbed across the country comes with many challenges, so drivers need to be ready to face these obstacles with the right mindset and skill set.

 

 

This guide aims to familiarize prospective flatbed truck drivers with the formal requirements they will need to possess, as well as the activities they will be performing on their day-to-day.

 

What are the driver requirements for trucking flatbed?

 

To become a CDL flatbed truck driver, you will need:

 

. High school diploma or a GED certificate.

. Class A commercial driver’s license that permits you to operate a flatbed truck. This can be obtained by passing a knowledge test and a driving test.

. Passing training courses at a professional truck driving school. Trucking flatbed companies usually pay to enroll their drivers into these 3 to 6-month courses.

 

Once you pass these formal requirements, you can start performing your duties trucking flatbed trailers.

 

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Do you have heavy, over-dimensional, or wide load freight to transport? If yes, then you require heavy haul trucking services. Heavy hauling may seem like a daunting task. Plus, the cost of heavy hauling trucking services may surprise you. Your heavy hauling trucking is not trying to rip you off. Heavy hauling is generally more expensive than regular goods transportation. Scroll down to take a look at the top five factors that contribute to the cost of availing heavy hauling trucking services.

 

 

1.     Trailer and Equipment

 

The kind of equipment you require plays a big part in determining the overall cost of transportation. The kind of trailer that you choose will depend on the size, weight, and dimensions of freight. The type and number of trailers you require will be added to the base rate.

 

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Large freight is usually transported across the country with the help of over-dimensional shipping services. These companies routinely transport oversized freight across state lines and often have to abide by the unique guidelines in each state.

 

 

Oversize load shipping companies need to know about these rules beforehand, or they could end up paying heavy fines. Here are some things to check before transporting over-dimensional freight across state lines.

 

1.      Size restrictions on oversized loads

 

Freight typically needs to exceed certain dimensions to be classified as oversized. Each state has its own guidelines for classifying oversized loads, so a shipment that is considered oversized in one state may not be considered oversized in another.

 

 

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