Freight Shipping and Heavy Haul Blog
A Guide to Specialized Shipping Services In the world of heavy-duty machinery and equipment, the successful transport of large vehicles, agricultural tools, and construction equipment is crucial for ensuring seamless operations from construction site to construction site, storage yard to building site, or even during the process of buying or selling bulky equipment at an auction. Transporting these heavy-duty pieces requires specialized large vehicle shipping services that are tailored to the un
In the world of industrial and commercial operations, the efficient and safe transport of equipment plays a pivotal role in ensuring smooth business operations. Whether you are moving heavy machinery or small equipment, the need for reliable transportation services cannot be understated. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the intricacies of equipment transport, highlighting the importance of expert drivers and a dedicated support team for safe and timely transportation. The Importance of
In the ever-evolving world of logistics and supply chain management, dedicated truckload transportation plays a pivotal role in ensuring efficient and reliable shipping solutions for businesses of all sizes. This comprehensive guide aims to enlighten you on the nuances of dedicated truckload transportation, its benefits, and how it can transform your shipping operations. Understanding Dedicated Truckload Transportation Dedicated truckload transportation involves the exclusive use of a single tru
1. TEXAS Most common transported items are products derived from petroleum and coal, electronics, chemicals, machinery, transportation equipment, and agriculture. 2. california Most common transported items are airplane components, electric cars, rough diamonds, telecommunications equipment, almonds, petroleum liquids, and integrated circuits. 3. Georgia Most common transported items are automobiles, ores, slag, construction equipment, iron and steel. 4. Illinois Most common transported items ar
Anything larger than 8.6 feet in width, taller than 13.6 feet in height, longer than 53 feet, or that exceeds 80,000 pounds of gross weight is generally considered a heavy load. Heavy haul transport includes heavy equipment, wide loads, and oversized freight. “Anything larger” certainly opens the door for some pretty incredible hauls at times! Here’s a few of the most notable heavy hauls in history... Heaviest “heavy haul” ever recorded: 4,800 ton water desalination unit. The tractor-trail
Sometimes you will see flatbeds and stepdecks using heavy duty tarps. This keeps the commodity protected from rain, snow, wind, road debris, and sometimes even thieves. The most common commodities that are regularly tarped are lumber and steel. Due to how common that is, the tarp types are named after them but not restricted to use on them. Lumber Tarps These are used to protect lumber and any other commodity suited for its size and features. They are generally 24’ x 27’ and two will cover a 48’
During certain times of year (September through May) many states have “chain laws” in effect. This means that when you pass through these states while the chain laws are in effect, you must have chains on your tires. You can be sure these laws are in effect when snow is covering the road especially on roads with ascending grades. But so as not to guess, drivers are notified via 511 traveler information, electronic message signs and other media outlets. States That Have Chain Laws Each of these s
Because winter presents road hazards like no other time of the year, heavy haul trucking companies must be extra skillful in providing safe and effective hauling. It is crucial that you consider and understand these hazards when hiring any heavy haul trucking company. 1. Extreme Cold This is, by far, the greatest hazard to heavy haul trucking in the winter. Choose a heavy haul trucking company that has temperature control for the goods they are hauling. At the very least, make sure their trucks
Next time you complain about those nasty pot holes and bumps in the road, know that there’s actually certain state laws designed to limit some of that damage caused by heavy vehicles. Commonly referred to as Frost Laws, these seasonsal restrictions on traffic weight limits and speeds are generally enforced in the months of March, April and May and sometimes June. Why? It’s all about thaw weakening during Spring months. This statement released by the County Road Association of Michigan explains t
Just about any freight shipment can benefit from FTL services, but the most common ones include commodities such as: Farming and/or construction equipment: tractors, combines, cranes, excavators, etc.Grains: wheat, oats, etc.Gravel and crushed stoneCoalSandGasolineCrude Oil As you can see, the list above includes mostly items that can only be shipped FTL such as gasoline and crude oil which are transported by tanker. Another common example is coal and sand which is impractical to ship through an
