When your company will require in the near future a flatbed trailer in Clearwater, FL for freight shipping anywhere in the US and to Canadian delivery locations, get a flatbed quote from Great Western Transportation.
The flatbed trucking consultants at Great Western Transportation are here for you! Just call us or use our easy flatbed quote.
Flatbed trucking is one of the most crucial transportation services in all kinds of economies and for all kinds of businesses and industries.
The fact of the matter is that whatever the economy is, you will always need flatbed trucking services to move your products from location to location.
This is simply because freight that can not be loaded into a dry van has to be transported by a flatbed.
Several of the major companies and businesses situated in the Clearwater, FL vicinity are:
- Sundown Manufacturing, Incorporated
- Norris Precision Manufacturing
- N & D Manufacturing
- Arc Manufacturing
- North Coast Construction
- S B 1 Industries
- Sundown Manufacturing Inc
- Teal Industries Inc
- Water-Land Manufacturing Inc
Flatbed loads moved case studies:
Water slide sections shipped from Baltimore, MD to Portland, OR that were 34′ x 7′ x 10′ (LWH) and 22,000 pounds.
60,000 pounds of roofing supplies and building trusses were shipped from Baltimore, MD to the state of Alabama.
Railroad maintenance equipment was transported from Baltimore, MD to Portland, OR. The load was 64′ x 10′ x 12′ (LWH) and weighed 109,000 pounds.
Oil field equipment that was 11 feet wide, 10 feet tall and weighed over 82,000 pounds, was hauled from Baltimore, MD to Portland, OR.
An asphalt drum was moved from Baltimore, MD to Portland, OR.
A fiberglass wet well (used for a septic tank) was transported from Baltimore, MD to Portland, OR. The load was 14′ x 12’5″ x 12’5″ (LWH) and weighed 8,560 pounds.
A plastic sheet extrusion system was transported from Baltimore, MD to Portland, OR the dimensions were 20′ x 10′ x 9′ (LWH) and weighed 23,000 pounds.
A rotary steam tube dryer was transported from Baltimore, MD to Portland, OR.
A 53′ executive oilfield trailer was transported from Baltimore, MD to British Columbia, Canada for remote gas drilling operations.
A gear box was picked up in Portland, OR and transported to a new petroleum plant in Colorado.
An over-dimensional tube dryer that was 70′ long and 225,000 pounds was shipped from the Port of Savannah to Baltimore, MD.
A legal flatbed load of metal structural pipe was picked up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Harvesters and other farm equipment were shipped from Baltimore, MD to Portland, OR.
Electrical switchgear was hauled to a local Hospital in Baltimore, MD that was 36′ x 12′ x 8.5′ (LWH) and weighed 24,900 pounds.
A water purification system was shipped from North Dakota to New Jersey.
Flatbed Trailer Trucking FAQ
What are the capabilities of RGNs?
RGNs are primarily for wheeled equipment or machinery. RGNs are low to the ground and can therefore carry taller machinery. Our staff will provide all information regarding the Removable Goose Neck’s weight capacity and loading capabilities.
You must provide accurate weight and dimensions of the machinery or equipment.
Can you provide multi-stop or multiple delivery stops for my shipments?
Yes, we can transport shipments that have multiple stops or several delivery stops. Please be advised there are additional charges that may be assessed for multi-stop or multiple delivery stops loads. You will be notified of these charges at booking time.
Do you move combines?
Yes, we move all agricultural equipment and of course tractors too. Call us to get a competitive market rate to move your agricultural equipment.
Do you provide auto transport?
Yes, we move commercial trucks or vehicles for commercial purposes, we do not move personal vehicles or autos.
I require a Conestoga or Curtain Van trailer, can you provide this type of trailer?
Yes, we can get a Conestoga or Curtain Van trailer, you must tell us this when booking the trailer and tell us the exact dimensions of the freight.
Our freight specialist will explain the difference between a Curtain Van and a Conestoga trailer at booking time.
Can you provide a Landoll (tiltbed) type of trailer?
Yes we can, but we must know this in advance at booking time.
These types of trailers are not so common, but are available with advance notice.
Will your company provide heavy duty forklift services?
The driver or we do not provide heavy duty forklift services. However, when you call us we will advise you as to the best possible solution.
Can you provide trailers with ramps?
Yes, we can get a tractor-trailer with ramps, you must tell us this when booking the trailer.
Please understand that ramps have a maximum weight rating capacity.
Therefore provide accurate freight weight.
Are trailers available with side-kits?
Yes, we can get a tractor-trailer with side-kits, you must tell us this when booking the side-kit flatbed trailer.
What transportation services does your trucking company provide?
We offer full truckload, partial truckload, LTL motor freight, expedited freight, power only and port delivery for international deliveries. Plus all trailer types: refeer, dry vans, flatbed and over dimensional.
When can you pick up our freight?
We have an availability of trucks nationwide and we can usually have a truck at your location within a day. However, pick-up times depend on the availability of trucks in your specific area.
What are multi-axle trailers?
These high weight capacity trailers are for overweight loads or freight. These trailers are available in many combinations of axles, decks and capacities. Our heavy haul consultant will immediately know what kind of trailer and axle configuration your load will require.
How big a shipment can I fit on a stepdeck trailer?
Generally the lower deck of a stepdeck is 40 inches high. Which means the maximum height of the freight is 10 feet, 2 inches. Depending on the trailer manufacturer, the lower deck of the step deck is 37 to 42 feet long. The upper deck is approximately 11 feet long and the maximum height of freight on this deck is 8 feet, 6 inches.
Flatbed Trailer Capability
- Conestoga (for additional cargo protection)
- Double Drop or Lowbed – ie: Murray Trailer
- Extendable Flatbeds
- Flatbed 48 ft. or 53 ft.
- RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
- Specialized Heavy Haul Trailers
- Step Deck
- Landoll
- Stretch Double-Drop
- Stretch RGN
We at Great Western Transportation work with shippers that ship 3 times a day and shippers who ship twice a year, regardless we strive to provide the best possible service and experience at the fairest market based price. For once in a while shippers, from our experience we would like to offer the following flatbed shipping tips.
Freight Packaging, Crating or Palletizing
Great Western Transportation picks up and delivers to all non-residential commercial addresses, however, your boxes should be palletized, crates should be fork-lift-able or packaging must be appropriate for flatbed transport. In the case of large machinery, there may be a need for heavy duty fork lift service, crane service or complete rigging services. Allow for ample time in advance to book any additional services required for your shipment.
Cold Weather Issues When Shipping Machinery
When shipping machinery or parts during the winter months or through freezing weather regions, note that there are special pre-cautions to take if the machinery has water or other liquid that can freeze in it. If a flatbed type of trailer is utilized, the freight may have to be shrink wrapped for added protection from road debris, grime and moisture. Additionally, if tarps are required, this should be noted on order prior to shipping.
Team Driver / Expedited
When your shipment has to be expedited always make sure to let your freight consultant at Great Western Transportation know in advance!
When the shipment has been picked up, the process of getting it expedited is generally not possible. Initially you may have to pay a slightly higher rate, but this guarantees expedited service. The reason why expedited service must be noted up front is because team drivers are needed for the truck. The Department of Transportation (DOT) regulates how many hours a truck driver can legally drive per day. So having team drivers allows for the tractor-trailer to be on the road longer versus one driver.
Important Shipment Details:
- Dimension Length-Width-Height
- Weight (Total) – Always Round Up Numbers
- Item Count
- Pickup Time and Date
- Pickup Address
- Contact Name(s)
- Office and Cell Phone Numbers
- Delivery Address
- Important Details Regarding the Shipment
Over Size or Over Weight Permits:
Oversized or overweight permits will be determined by the dimensions and the weight of the load. Call a Great Western Transportation oversize and/or overweight load specialist now.
