Flatbed Trucking Bellevue WA

Will your manufacturing business require in the near future a standard flatbed in Bellevue, WA for freight transport anywhere in the US and to Canadian destinations?

Do you need an instant freight quote for your flatbed load?

The flatbed trucking specialists at Great Western Transportation are here for you.

Various businesses of all sizes located in Bellevue, WA need flatbed shipping services that are competitive in pricing plus provide on time deliveries and pick ups.

Examples of the key companies and businesses located in the Bellevue, WA area are:

Common Flatbed Trucking Questions

Will your company provide tarps and tarping over freight?
Yes, as long as you tell us this when scheduling the truck. Tarping will require extra time during loading of the freight.

How soon 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 is an RGN (Removable Goose Neck)?
These are known in industry jargon as a “detach”. These types of trailers are mainly used for hauling construction equipment, cranes, forklifts, and other self-propelled equipment that can be driven on and off. The goose-neck detaches and is pulled away from the lower deck along with the tractor, clearing the way to drive the load onto the trailer. The RGN is found in various configurations of deck types (flat floor, beam, or drop side), lengths, heights, and variable configurations of axles.

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.

We are shipping expensive equipment and we may need additional insurance, what can you do?
Yes, we can always get supplemental 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.

Flatbed Trailer Capability

• Conestoga (for additional cargo protection)
• Double Drop or Lowbed – ie: Heil 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 shipping departments that ship 3 times a day and shippers who ship once 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.

Remember to Consider Packaging, Crating or Palletizing
Great Western Transportation picks up and delivers to all commercial addresses, however, your boxes should be palletized, crates should be fork-lift-able, or packaging must be sufficient for flatbed transport. In the case of large machinery, there may be a need for heavy duty fork lift service, crane or complete rigging services. Allow for ample time in advance to book any additional services required for your load.

Consider Weather Conditions When Shipping Machinery
When shipping machinery or parts during the winter months or through mountainous regions, note that there are special pre-cautions to take if the machinery has water or other freezable liquid 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.

Expedited 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 almost impossible. 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) regulates how many hours a truck driver can legally drive per day. Thus having two drivers allows for the truck to be on the road longer versus one driver.

Shipment Info:

• Dimension L x W x H
• Weight (Total) – Always Round Up Numbers
• Item Count
• Pickup Time and Date
• Pickup Address
• Contact Person
• Office and Cell Phone Numbers
• Delivery Address
• Person Name
• Office and Cell Phone Numbers
• Additional Freight Information

Expedited Flatbed Freight:

This is always important to determine beforehand, as it will raise the shipping costs. You may need expedited service, or team-driver services if the freight has to deliver overnight or across the country in two days. The cost difference will be significant, as opposed to a standard time frame delivery. Plan ahead for expedited shipments.