Flatbed Trucking Cary NC

Reliable and market priced flatbed transport is crucial for all companies that require freight movement which can not be handled by a regular dry van. When your manufacturing business will need in the near future a 48′ or 53′ flatbed trailer in Cary, NC for freight movement anywhere in the US and to Canadian destinations, get a flatbed quote from Great Western Transportation.

The flatbed trucking experts at Great Western Transportation are here for you! Just a call or click away.

In today’s competitive business environment shipping of commodity or operational supplies and equipment is an important factor for a businesses’ financial success. Diverse businesses located in Cary, NC require hauling services that are competitive in pricing, plus provide on time deliveries and pick ups.

Several of the major companies and businesses situated in the Cary, NC area are:

Flatbed Trailer Trucking FAQ

How soon can you pick up our freight?
We have an availability of trucks nationwide, this means 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.

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 foot, 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, which means the maximum height of freight on this deck is 8 foot, 6 inches.

Do you provide trailers with side-kits?
Yes, we can provide a tractor-trailer with side-kits, you must specify this when booking the side-kit flatbed trailer.

Can 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 solutions.

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 tell us this when booking the trailer and tell us the exact dimensions of the freight.
Our freight specialist will explain the difference between Curtain Van and Conestoga trailer at booking time.

Flatbed Trailer Selection

• Conestoga (for additional freight protection)
• Double Drop or Lowbed – ie: XL Specialized Trailer
• Extendable Flatbeds
• Flatbed 48′ or 53′
• RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
• Specialized Multi-Axle Trailers for Heavy Haul
• Step Deck
• Stretch Double-Drop
• Stretch RGN

We at Great Western Transportation work with shipping departments that ship 4 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 infrequent shippers, from our experience we would like to provide the following flatbed trucking tips.

Proper 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 service or complete rigging services. Allow for ample time in advance to reserve any additional services required for your shipment.

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 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 stated 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 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) regulates how many hours a truck driver can legally drive during a certain period of time. Thus having two drivers allows for the tractor-trailer to be on the road longer versus single driver.

Load Delivery Information:

• Dimension Length-Width-Height
• Weight (Total) – Always Round Up Numbers
• Item Count
• Pick-up Time and Date
• Pick-up Address
• Office and Cell Phone Numbers
• Delivery Address
• Contact Name(s)
• Additional Info 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.