When your manufacturing company will need in the near future a flatbed trailer in San Francisco, CA for freight transport anywhere in the continental US and to Canadian delivery locations, get a flatbed quote from Great Western Transportation.
The flatbed trucking experts at Great Western Transportation are here for you! Just call us or use our easy flatbed quote.
Flatbed trucking is one of the most important 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 goods from point to point.
This is simply because freight that can not be loaded into a dry van has to be transported by a flatbed.
Some of the key companies and businesses operating in the San Francisco, CA area are:
- Metkin Manufacturing Company
- Lansing Manufacturing Company
- Cleasby Manufacturing Company
- Declination Solar Construction
- Innovative Precision Manufacturing
- Kortick Manufacturing Co
- Technical Manufacturing Corp
- Wooden Window, Inc
Flatbed carrier case studies:
63,950 pounds of platforms and ladders on a stretch trailer being shipped from Waukesha, WI to Niagara Falls, NY.
43,000 pounds of architectural natural stone shipped on A-frames, with strap protectors from Niagara Falls, NY to various points in the U.S.
55,000 pounds of new construction building supplies were shipped from Waukesha, WI to the state of Kansas.
Railroad maintenance equipment was moved from Waukesha, WI to Niagara Falls, NY. The load was 64′ x 10′ x 12′ (LWH) and weighed 109,000 pounds.
An over dimensional load of industrial machinery was moved from Waukesha, WI to upstate New York.
Oil refinery equipment that was 11 feet wide, 10 feet tall and weighed over 82,000 pounds. It was hauled from Waukesha, WI to Niagara Falls, NY.
Iron latticework and industrial machinery shipped from Michigan to Wisconsin.
A fiberglass wet well (used for a septic tank) was shipped from Waukesha, WI to Niagara Falls, NY. The load was 14′ x 12’5″ x 12’5″ (LWH) and weighed 8,560 pounds.
Aircraft tugs that weighed 34,000 pounds shipped to Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) Charlotte, NC.
An extruder was shipped from Waukesha, WI to Niagara Falls, NY the dimensions were 24′ x 11′ x 11′ (LWH) and weighed 24,000 pounds.
A 48′ executive oilfield trailer was hauled from Waukesha, WI to Newfoundland, Canada for an oil companie’s remote drilling operations.
A gear box was picked up in Niagara Falls, NY and transported to a new petroleum plant in California.
A perimeter trailer shipment was hauled from Waukesha, WI to Niagara Falls, NY. 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 Tacoma to Waukesha, WI.
A legal flatbed load of metal structural pipe was picked up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Electrical switchgear was transported to a local Hospital in Waukesha, WI that was 48′ x 12′ x 8.5′ (LWH) and weighed 23,000 pounds.
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 advised of these charges at booking time.
We need 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 specify 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.
Does your company provide a Landoll type of trailer?
Yes we can, however, we must know this in advance at booking time.
These types of trailers are not so common, but are available with prior 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.
We are shipping expensive equipment and we may need additional insurance, what can you do?
Yes, we can always get additional insurance. At trailer booking time our freight specialists always ask for the value of the freight and recommend an appropriate insurance coverage option if needed.
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 loads. To protect loads from chaffing damage by straps: Vee Boards, Strap Guards, Corner Guards, Cargo Guards or corner protectors are utilized.
At flatbed trailer booking time please notify us that strap protection will be required for the load.
Will your company provide tarps and tarping over freight?
Yes, as long as you tell us this when booking the truck. Tarping will require extra time during loading and un-loading of the freight.
When can you pick up our load?
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 geographic 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.
Flatbed Trailer Types
- Conestoga (Curtain Van) Trailers – provide added freight protection.
- Double Drop / Lowboy – ie: Load King Trailer
- Extendable Flatbeds
- Flatbed 48 foot or 53 foot
- RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
- Specialized Heavy Haul Trailers
- Step Deck
- Stretch Double-Drop
- Stretch RGN
Great Western Transportation aims to provide the best possible service at the best possible market based price. We understand that some shippers have vast shipping experience with flats and other may be infrequent shippers or even new or first time shippers. To make the new or first time shippers experience with Great Western Transportation the best possible, we would like to provide some flatbed trucking shipping tips.
Remember to Consider 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 bulky machinery, there may be a need for heavy duty fork lift service, crane or complete rigging services. Allow for ample time in advance to reserve any additional services required for your load.
Note Weather Factors 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 may 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 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!
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 tractor-trailer rig. The department of Transportation (DOT) mandates how many hours a truck driver can legally drive per day. So having team drivers allows for the truck to be on the road longer versus one driver.
Freight Delivery Information:
- Dimension L x W x H
- Weight (Total) – Round Up Numbers
- Item Count
- Pick-up Time and Date
- Pick-up Location
- Contact Name
- Office and Cell Phone Numbers
- Delivery Location
- Office and Cell Phone Numbers
- Additional Information Regarding the Freight
Heavy Haul
Flatbed trucking companies provide heavy haul trailers for heavy equipment or heavy wheeled machinery such as: dozers, cranes, crawler tractors and off-road trucks. For your heavy haul moves call Great Western Transportation today.
