Flatbed Trucking Salt Lake City UT

Will your business be booking a flatbed tractor trailer in Salt Lake City, UT for freight transport anywhere in the US and to Canadian destinations?

Do you need an instant freight quote for your flatbed shipment?

The flatbed trucking specialists at Great Western Transportation are here for you.

Numerous companies located in Salt Lake City, UT require flatbed trucking services that are competitive in pricing, plus provide on time deliveries and pick ups.

Some of the key companies and businesses operating in the Salt Lake City, UT area are:

Flatbed Tractor Trailer Shipping Q & A

If I do not need the whole 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 load.
Flatbed LTL is always a freight cost savings option.

Does your company provide tarps and tarping over loads?
Yes, as long as you tell us this when booking the truck. Tarping will require extra time during loading and un-loading of the freight.

How soon can you pick up our freight?
We have an availability of trucks across the US, thus 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.

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.

How big a shipment can we fit on a double-drop deck trailer?
The following are general measurements of the deck dimensions and capacity of a double drop deck trailer, and may vary slightly. The lower deck is usually 24 inches high and 29 feet, 6 inches long. Therefore the maximum height allowable on this type of trailer is 11 feet, 6 inches. The upper front deck is 5 feet high and 10 feet long. The upper back deck is 40 inches high and 8 feet, 6 inches long.

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.

What are multi-axle trailers?
These high weight capacity trailers are for overweight loads or freight. These trailers are available in many combinations of axles, decks and capacities. Our heavy haul consultant will immediately know what kind of trailer and axle configuration your load will require.

I require 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 specify 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.

I need an RGN type trailer and more information on RGN trailer capabilities.
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 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 used.
At flatbed trailer booking time please notify us that strap protection will be required for the freight.

What transportation services does your trucking company provide?
We offer full truckload, partial truckload, LTL motor freight, expedited freight and port delivery for international services.

Flatbed Trailer Capability

• Conestoga (for additional cargo protection)
• Double Drop or Lowbed – ie: Heil Trailer
• Extendable Flatbeds
• Flatbed 48 ft. or 53 ft.
• RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
• Specialized Heavy Haul Trailers
• Step Deck
• Landoll
• Stretch Double-Drop
• Stretch RGN

Great Western Transportation aims to provide the best possible service at the best possible market based price. We understand that some shippers have vast shipping experience with flatbed 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 commercial addresses, however, your boxes should be palletized, crates should be fork-lift-able or packaging must be appropriate 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 book any additional services required for your load.

Weather Factors When Shipping Machinery
When shipping machinery or parts during the winter months or through freezing weather 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.

Time Critical Shipments
When your shipment has to be expedited 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 tractor-trailer rig. The Department of Transportation (DOT) regulates how many hours a truck driver can legally drive per day. Thus having team drivers allows for the tractor-trailer to be on the road longer versus single driver.

Crucial Shipment Details:

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

Flatbed Freight:

Examples of the various types of freight flatbed trailers can transport: building materials, prefabriacted concrete pieces, industrial machinery, metal pipes, boat parts, farm equipment, oilfield equipmnet, metalworking equipmnet and all other flatbed trailer suitable commodities.