When your business will require in the near future a flat-bed trailer in Fremont, CA for freight movement anywhere in the US and to Canadian destinations, get a flatbed quote from Great Western Transportation.
The flatbed trucking specialists at Great Western Transportation are here for you! Just call us or use our easy flatbed quote.
The fact of the matter is that whatever the economy is, you will always need flatbed trucking services to move your bulky freight from point to point.
This is simply because freight that can not be loaded into a dry van has to ship via flatbed.
Some of the key companies and businesses located in the Fremont, CA vicinity are:
- Advanced Manufacturing Product
- D & H Manufacturing Company
- Bay Area Manufacturing
- Global Manufacturing Co
- L&M Industries
- Summit Manufacturing Incorporated
- Sonic Manufacturing Technologies
Flatbed carrier case studies:
63,950 pounds of platforms and ladders on a stretch trailer being shipped from Oklahoma City, OK to Cleveland, OH.
Water slide sections shipped from Oklahoma City, OK to Cleveland, OH that were 34′ x 7′ x 10′ (LWH) and weighed 22,000 pounds.
Railroad maintenance equipment was moved from Oklahoma City, OK to Cleveland, OH. The load was 61′ x 10′ x 12′ (LWH) and weighed 109,000 pounds.
An over dimensional load of woodworking machinery was moved from Oklahoma City, OK to upstate New York.
Oil field equipment that was 11 feet wide, 10 feet tall and weighed over 82,000 pounds. It was transported from Oklahoma City, OK to Cleveland, OH.
Iron latticework and woodworking machinery shipped from Kansas to Wisconsin.
An asphalt drum was moved from Oklahoma City, OK to Cleveland, OH.
A plastic sheet extrusion system was transported from Oklahoma City, OK to Cleveland, OH the dimensions were 20′ x 10′ x 9′ (LWH) and weighed 24,000 pounds.
A gear box was picked up in Cleveland, OH and delivered to a new petroleum plant in Oklahoma.
A perimeter trailer shipment was transported from Oklahoma City, OK to Cleveland, OH. The load was 63′ x 13′ and weighed 119,000 pounds.
An over-dimensional tube dryer that was 70′ long and 225,000 pounds was transported from the Port of Mobile to Oklahoma City, OK.
A legal flatbed load of metal structural pipe was picked up in Port of Huntington-Tristate, West Virginia.
Harvesters and various farm equipment were shipped from Oklahoma City, OK to Cleveland, OH.
Electrical switchgear was hauled to a local Hospital in Oklahoma City, OK that was 48′ x 12′ x 8.5′ (LWH) and weighed 24,900 pounds.
A reverse osmosis water filter was shipped from Massachusetts to Alabama.
Popular Flatbed Hauling Questions
I need an RGN type trailer and more information on RGN trailer capabilities.
RGNs are primarily for wheeled equipment or machinery. RGNs are low to the ground and can therefore carry higher 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 handle 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 advised of these charges at booking time.
Can your company get additional insurance for expensive freight?
Yes, we can always get supplemental insurance. At trailer booking time our freight consultants always ask for the value of the freight and recommend an appropriate insurance coverage option if required.
Can your company crate our freight?
The driver or our company does not provide crating services. However, when you call us we will advise you as to the best possible solution.
Flatbed Trucking Load Securement?
Various devices ranging from straps to heavy duty chains are used to secure flatbed freight. To protect loads from chaffing damage by straps: Vee Boards, Strap Guards, Corner Guards, Cargo Guards or corner protectors are used.
At flatbed trailer booking time please notify us that strap protection will be required for the load.
Can your company provide tarps and tarping over freight?
Yes, as long as you tell us this when scheduling the truck. Allow extra time for tarping when loading the freight.
Do you have trailers with ramps?
Yes, we can get a tractor-trailer with ramps, you must specify this when booking the trailer.
Please understand that ramps have a maximum weight rating capability.
Therefore provide accurate freight weight.
Do you provide trailers with side-kits?
Yes, we can get a tractor-trailer with side-kits, you must specify this when scheduling the side-kit flatbed trailer.
How big a shipment can we fit on a double-drop deck trailer?
The following are general measurements of the deck dimensions and capacity of a double drop deck trailer, and may vary slightly. The lower deck is usually 24 inches high and 29 feet, 6 inches long. Therefore the maximum height allowable on this type of trailer is 11 feet, 6 inches. The upper front deck is 5 feet high and 10 feet long. The upper back deck is 40 inches high and 8 feet, 6 inches long.
What transport 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. Additionally, we can provide all trailer types: temperature controlled, dry vans, flatbed and heavy haul.
Do you ship outside of the United States?
We ship to all 48 continental US states and freight originating in the US and delivering to Canada. Plus, we will gladly ship to ports, where material may be transferred to another mode of transportation and further shipped to global locations.
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 Tractor Trailers
- Conestoga (Curtain Van – provides freight protection from elements of the road)
- Low Boy or Double Drop – ie: Heil Trailer
- Extendable Flatbeds
- Flatbed 48 foot or 53 foot
- RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
- Specialized Overdimensional Trailers for Heavy Haul
- Step Deck
- Stretch Double-Drop
- Stretch RGN (Removable Goose Neck)
If you are a start up company or twice a year flatbed tractor trailer shipper here are some tips we would like to offer you to make your shipping experience with Great Western Transportation the best possible and ensuring your shipment is within your budget and that you receive excellent service.
Proper 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. Utilize shrink-wrapping when appropriate. In the case of bulky 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 load.
Cold Weather Issues When Shipping Machinery
When shipping machinery or parts during the winter months or through mountainous regions, note that there are special weather-proofing steps 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 the order prior to shipping.
Time Critical Shipments
When your shipment is time critical always make sure to let your freight consultant at Great Western Transportation know in advance!
Once 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) mandates how many hours a truck driver can legally drive during a certain period of time. So when having team drivers allows for the tractor-trailer to be on the road longer versus one driver.
Provide Complete Shipment Details:
- Dimension Length-Width-Height
- Weight (Total) – Always Round Up Numbers
- Item Count
- Pickup Time and Date
- Pickup Address
- Contact Person(s)
- Office and Cell Phone Numbers
- Delivery Address
- Other Crucial Details Regarding the Load
Flatbed Trucking Rates
Flatbed shipping rates vary because of some key factors: freight weight and dimensions, the requirement for oversize or overweight permits, shortages of flatbed trailers in specific geographic areas and the need for a specific type of not so common trailer type. For rate quotes, live support and a single contact person flatbed trucking solution call now.
