Will your business need in the near future a flatbed in Louisville KY for freight shipping anywhere in US and to Canadian delivery locations?
Need an instant freight quote for your flatbed shipment?
Numerous businesses located in Louisville KY require hauling services that are competitive in pricing plus provide timely pick ups and deliveries .
Some of the major companies and businesses situated in the Louisville KY area are:
- Asxco Industries Inc
- Cornerstone Industries Corp
- Emerson Industries LLC
- Fetter Manufacturing Inc.
- Harbor Industries
- Lotek Industries
- Mussler Industries LLC
- Progress Rail Services
If you are a newbie or a once a year flatbed tractor trailer shipper here are some tips we would like to offer you to make your shipping experience with Great Western Transportation the best possible and ensuring your shipment is within your budget and that you receive the best possible service.
Flatbed Trailer Hauling FAQ
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.
Can you provide trailers with ramps?
Yes, we can get a tractor-trailer with ramps, you must tell us this when booking the trailer.
Please understand that ramps have a maximum weight rating capacity.
Therefore provide accurate freight weight.
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 length, width and height of the freight.
Our freight specialist will explain the difference between Curtain Van and Conestoga trailer at booking time.
Can you provide a Landoll type of trailer?
Yes we can, however , we must know this well in advance.
These types of trailers are not so common, but are available with advance notice.
Can your company get additional insurance for expensive freight?
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 required.
Flatbed Trucking Load Securement
Various devices ranging from straps to heavy duty chains are used to secure flatbed freight. 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.
Removable Goose Neck Trailers – Can your company provide RGNs and more info on RGNs?
RGNs are primarily for wheeled equipment or machinery. Our staff will provide all information regarding the Removable Goose Necks’s weight capacity and loading capabilities. You must provide accurate weight and dimensions of the machinery or equipment.
Flatbed Trailer Selection
- Conestoga
- Double Drop or Lowbed – ie: Rogers
- Extendable Flatbeds
- Flatbed 48′ or 53′
- RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
- Specialized Multi-Axle Trailers for Heavy Haul
- Step Deck
- Stretch Double-Drop
- Stretch RGN
Important Shipment Details:
- Dimension L x W x H
- Weight (Total) – Always Round Up Numbers
- Number of Pieces
- Pick-up Time and Date
- Pick-up Address
- Contact Person
- Office and Cell Phone Numbers
- Delivery Address
- Contact Name
- Office and Cell Phone Numbers
- Important Details Regarding the Shipment
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.
Hot shot trucking is also available for freight that is in the 5,000 to 15,000 pound range.
