Flatbed Trucking Phoenix AZ

Will your company need in the near future a flatbed in Phoenix AZ for freight shipping anywhere in US and to Canadian delivery locations?

Do you require a quick freight quote for your flatbed freight?

Various businesses located in Phoenix AZ need flatbed trucking services that are competitively priced plus provide reliable on time deliveries and pickups.

Several of the key companies and businesses located in the Phoenix AZ vicinity are:

We at Great Western Transportation work with shippers 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 offer the following flatbed trucking tips.

Popular Flatbed Shipping Questions

Our company does not need the complete flatbed trailer can I pay for only a part of it?
Yes, using only a part 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 freight.
Flatbed LTL is always a freight cost savings option.

Are trailers available 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 you provide a Landoll (tiltbed) type of trailer?
Yes we can, but, we must know this well in advance.
These types of trailers are not so common, but are available with advance notice.

Will your company provide heavy duty forklift services?
The driver or we do not provide heavy duty forklift services.

Can your company get additional insurance for expensive freight?
Yes, we can always get supplemental insurance. At trailer booking time our freight consultants always ask for the value of the freight and recommend an appropriate insurance coverage option if required.

Can your company crate our freight?
The driver or our company does not provide crating services.

Flatbed Trucking Load Securement
Various devices ranging from straps to heavy duty chains are used to secure flatbed loads. 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 Tractor Trailers

• Conestoga (Curtain Van)
• Low Boy or Double Drop – ie: Fontaine Trailer
• Extendable Flatbeds
• Flatbed 48 foot or 53 foot
• RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
• Specialized Overdimensional Trailers for Heavy Haul
• Step Deck
• Stretch Double-Drop
• Stretch RGN (Removable Goose Neck)

Crucial Shipment Details:

• Dimension L x W x H
• Weight (Total) – Round Up Numbers
• Item Count
• Pick-up Time and Date
• Pick-up Location
• Contact Name
• Office and Cell Phone Numbers
• Delivery Location
• Person Name
• Office and Cell Phone Numbers
• Shipment Details the Carrier Should be Aware Of

Flatbed Trucking Rates:

Flatbed shipping rates vary due to some key factors: freight weight and dimensions, the requirement for oversize or overweight permits, shortages of flatbed trailers in specific geographic areas and the need for a specific type of not so common trailer type.
Call 1 (800) 972-8484 today for all your flatbed trucking freight needs.