When your manufacturing business will require a flatbed tractor trailer in New Orleans, LA for freight transport anywhere in the continental US and into Canada, get a flatbed quote from Great Western Transportation.
The flatbed trucking specialists at Great Western Transportation are here for you! Just a call or click away.
Flatbed trucking is one of the most important transportation services in various kinds of economies and for various kinds of businesses and industries.
The fact of the matter is that whatever the economy is, you will always need flatbed trucking services to move your bulky freight from location to location.
This is simply because freight that can not be loaded into a dry van has to ship via flatbed.
Several of the key companies and businesses located in the New Orleans, LA vicinity are:
- Abco Manufacturing Company
- Security Iron Co Incorporated
- Quality Metal Works
- Container Technology & Supply
- Texas Aluminum Industries Inc
- Universal Manufacturing Services
Flatbed trucking company case studies:
63,950 pounds of platforms and ladders on a stretch trailer being shipped from Wichita, KS to Pittsburgh, PA.
Water slide sections shipped from Wichita, KS to Pittsburgh, PA that were 34′ x 7′ x 10′ (LWH) and weighed 22,000 pounds.
43,000 pounds of faux architectural stone shipped on A-frames, with strap corner protectors from Pittsburgh, PA to various points in the U.S.
Railroad maintenance equipment was transported from Wichita, KS to Pittsburgh, PA. The load was 64′ x 10′ x 12′ (LWH) and weighed 109,000 pounds.
An over dimensional load of woodworking machinery was moved from Wichita, KS to upstate New York.
Iron latticework and commercial machinery was hauled from Alaska to Wyoming.
A fiberglass wet well (used for a septic tank) was hauled from Wichita, KS to Pittsburgh, PA. The load was 14′ x 12’5″ x 12’5″ (LWH) and weighed 8,560 pounds.
An ethanol DDGS dryer was transported from Wichita, KS to Pittsburgh, PA.
A 48′ oilfield safety shower trailer was moved from Wichita, KS to Ontario, Canada for remote gas drilling operations.
A gear box was picked up in Pittsburgh, PA and hauled to a new petroleum plant in North Dakota.
An oversize tube dryer that was 70′ long and weighed 225,000 pounds was shipped from the Port of Savannah to Wichita, KS.
A legal flatbed load of metal structural pipe that was picked up in Port of South Louisiana.
Combines and other farm equipment were shipped from Wichita, KS to Pittsburgh, PA.
Flatbed Trailer Hauling FAQ
Can you provide a Landol (traveling axle) type of trailer?
Yes we can, but, we must know this in advance at booking time.
These types of trailers are not so common, but are available with prior notice.
Does your company provide crating services?
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.
If I do not need the whole flatbed trailer, can I pay for only a portion of it?
Yes, using only a portion of a flatbed is possible and less expensive. This is also referred to as LTL, which means less-than-truckload. Our freight consultants will know and inform you if this is an option for your load.
Flatbed LTL is always a freight cost savings option.
Do you ship outside of the United States?
We ship to all 48 continental US states and freight originating in the US and delivering to Canada. Plus, we will gladly ship to ports, where material may be transferred to another mode of transportation and further shipped to global locations.
Flatbed Trailer Selection
- Conestoga (for additional freight protection)
- Double Drop or Lowbed – ie: Globe Trailer
- Extendable Flatbeds
- Flatbed 48′ or 53′
- RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
- Specialized Multi-Axle Trailers for Heavy Haul
- Step Deck
- Stretch Double-Drop
- Stretch RGN
Great Western Transportation strives to provide the best possible service at the best possible market based rate. We understand that some shippers have many years of shipping experience with flatbed tractor-trailers and other may be infrequent shippers or even new or first time shippers. To make the new or first time shippers’ experience with Great Western Transportation the best possible, we would like to offer some flatbed trucking shipping tips.
Remember to Consider Packaging, Crating or Palletizing
Great Western Transportation picks up and delivers to all non-residential 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 bulky 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 book any additional services required for your load.
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 noted on order 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!
When 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 truck. The Department of Transportation (DOT) mandates how many hours a truck driver can legally drive per day. So having team drivers allows for the tractor-trailer to be on the road longer versus single driver.
Include Complete Shipment Details:
- Dimension Length-Width-Height
- Weight (Total) – Always Round Up Numbers
- Number of Pieces
- Pickup Time and Date
- Pickup Address
- Office and Cell Phone Numbers
- Delivery Address
- Other Important Information Regarding the Freight
Flatbed Freight
Examples of the various types of freight flatbed trailers can transport: building materials, concrete products, heavy machinery, metal pipes, large artwork, farm machinery, oilfield equipment, woodworking equipment and all other flatbed trailer suitable commodities. For around-the-clock, live support, one-call, single contact person expedited flatbed trucking solutions, call Great Western Transportation now.
