Do you require in the near future a 48′ or 53′ flatbed trailer in Fort Wayne IN for delivery anywhere in the continental US and into Canada?
Fort Wayne IN has numerous companies and businesses that require flatbed trucking services that are competitively priced and provide on time deliveries and pick ups.
Several of the major companies and businesses located in the Fort Wayne IN area are:
- CNC Industries
- Dana Corp.
- International Paper
- Steel Dynamics Inc.
- Shambaugh & Son, Inc.
- Stuart Manufacturing
- Parker Hannifin Corporation
We at Great Western Transportation work with shippers that ship 5 times a day and shippers who ship twice 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 offer the following flatbed trucking tips.
Flatbed Tractor Trailer Shipping Q & A
Do you provide tarps and tarping over freight?
Yes, as long as you tell us this when booking the truck.
Do you provide trailers with side-kits?
Yes, we can get a tractor-trailer with side-kits, you must tell us this when booking the trailer.
Do you have trailers with ramps?
Yes, we can get a tractor-trailer with ramps, you must tell us this when booking the trailer.
I require a Conestoga trailer, can you provide this type of trailer?
Yes, we can get a Conestoga trailer, you must tell us this when booking the trailer and tell us the exact length, width and height of the freight.
Can you provide a Landoll trailer?
Yes we can, however, we must know well in advance at booking time.
Do you provide forklift service?
The driver or we do not provide forklift services.
If my equipment is very expensive, are you insured for expensive freight?
Yes, we can always get supplemental insurance. At trailer booking time our freight consultants always ask the value of the freight and recommend an appropriate insurance coverage option.
Do you provide crating services?
The driver or we do not provide crating services.
Do you have an LTL option for flatbed trailer transport?
Yes, less than truckload is an option. Call us with your freight dimensions and we will confirm LTL availability.
Flatbed Trailer Types
- Conestoga Trailers
- Double Drop / Lowboy
- Extendable Flatbeds
- Flatbed 48 foot or 53 foot
- RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
- Specialized Heavy Haul Trailers
- Step Deck
- Stretch Double-Drop
- Stretch RGN
Include Complete Shipment Details:
- Dimension L x W x H
- Weight (Total) – Round Up Numbers
- Item Count
- Pickup Time and Date
- Pickup Address
- Contact Name
- Office and Cell Phone Numbers
- Delivery Address
- Person Name
- Office and Cell Phone Numbers
- Other Important Information Regarding the Load
Expedited Flatbed Freight:
This is always important to determine beforehand, as it will increase 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 per mile rate difference will be significant as opposed to a standard time frame delivery. Plan ahead for expedited shipments.
