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Great Western Transportation’s expertise in flatbed trucking will provide you stress-free experience of shipping your goods at a fraction of the cost. Call 1-800-972-8484 or request a flatbed trucking quote online.

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Great Western Transportation’s expertise in flatbed trucking will provide you stress-free experience of shipping your goods at a fraction of the cost. Call 1-800-972-8484 or request a flatbed trucking quote online.

Three Things Every Importer Should Know About Picking Up Cargo At The Port

Many companies import products and components into the United States every year. These importers must arrange to have their cargo transported from the port to a storage facility, processing center or retail outlet. Some own and operate their own fleet …

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January 6, 2017 | | Category: Flatbed, Heavy Haul

Special Considerations When Transporting Heavy Machinery In The Winter Months

Transporting heavy machinery is a difficult task in the best of conditions, but, winter brings a whole other set of complications to the table. Extreme cold temperatures, ice, snow and salt all wreak havoc on the process, making it more …

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November 21, 2016 | | Category: Flatbed, Heavy Haul

How Hiring Flatbed Trucking Services Ensures Winter Shipping Profits

Have you noticed that your profits dip in the winter due to transportation issues related to extreme storms?  When you are considering making an improvement with your shipping and receiving during the cold, icy months of the year, outsourcing flatbed …

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October 25, 2016 | | Category: Flatbed

Why Your Construction Company Needs A Reliable Flatbed Trucking Company as a Partner

There’s nothing easy about construction, from harvesting the lumber to forging metals to the actual build, every aspect of this industry is difficult. One challenge that all construction companies face is the logistics of moving materials and equipment to job …

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October 13, 2016 | | Category: Flatbed, Heavy Haul

Flatbed Trucking 101: Federal Regulations for Proper Load Securement

Flatbed trailers are used to transport a variety of cargo like building materials and heavy equipment. They offer a great deal of convenience in loading and unloading these large, often unruly items. Flatbed trucking companies must follow strict federal regulations …

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September 20, 2016 | | Category: Flatbed

Load Securement Devices Required When Transporting Heavy Machinery

Transporting large, bulky equipment such as backhoes, earth movers, cranes and other construction equipment is no easy task. These loads often require special flatbed trailers called lowboys because they are so large. Due to their weight, shape and size, they …

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September 1, 2016 | | Category: Flatbed, Heavy Haul

The Process of Transporting Equipment Bought at an Auction

When you buy equipment, whether light or huge, at an auction, you will always face the challenge of how to carry the equipment to your yard or factory. Described below is a process you can follow to transport equipment bought …

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July 28, 2016 | | Category: Flatbed, Heavy Haul

Flatbed Trucking Companies Keep Summer Construction Projects On Track

You’ve noticed an increase in the amount of road construction that is happening in your city. You’ve probably also seen large scale commercial construction projects and backyard projects being executed in and around your neighborhood. All of the work that …

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July 19, 2016 | | Category: Flatbed