When your manufacturing company will be booking a flatbed tractor trailer in Tampa, FL for freight shipping anywhere in the continental US and to Canadian delivery locations, get a flatbed quote from Great Western Transportation.
The flatbed trucking consultants at Great Western Transportation are here for you! Just call us or use our easy flatbed quote.
Flatbed trucking is one of the most important transportation services in all kinds of economy and for all 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 goods from point to point.
This is simply because freight that can not be loaded into a dry van has to hauled by a flatbed.
Some of the major companies and businesses situated in the Tampa, FL vicinity are:
- AAA Medical Fabricators
- Chariot Manufacturing Company
- American Carousel
- Nu-Air Manufacturing Company
- Robbins Manufacturing Company
- Marathon Service Incorporated
- TMG Mfg Corp
Flatbed trucking company case studies:
Amusement park rides shipped from Atlanta, GA to Phoenix, AZ that were 34′ x 7′ x 10′ (LWH) and 22,000 pounds.
43,000 pounds of architectural manufactured stone shipped on A-frames, with strap protectors from Phoenix, AZ to various points in the U.S.
55,000 pounds of new construction building supplies were shipped from Atlanta, GA to the state of Tennessee.
Railroad maintenance equipment was hauled from Atlanta, GA to Phoenix, AZ. The load was 64′ x 10′ x 12′ (LWH) and weighed 109,000 pounds.
An over dimensional load of CNC machinery was moved from Atlanta, GA to Northern California.
An asphalt drum was moved from Atlanta, GA to Phoenix, AZ.
A fiberglass wet well (used for a septic tank) was shipped from Atlanta, GA to Phoenix, AZ. The load was 14′ x 12’5″ x 12’5″ (LWH) and weighed 8,560 pounds.
Leased airport baggage carts that weighed 29,000 pounds shipped to McCarran International Airport (LAS) Las Vegas, NV.
A plastic sheet extrusion system was transported from Atlanta, GA to Phoenix, AZ the dimensions were 23′ x 10′ x 12′ (LWH) and weighed 22,000 pounds.
A 53′ oilfield safety shower trailer was hauled from Atlanta, GA to Newfoundland, Canada for remote drilling operations.
A legal flatbed load of metal structural pipe was picked up in Port of Tampa, Florida.
Harvesters and various farm equipment was shipped from Atlanta, GA to Phoenix, AZ.
Electrical switchgear was hauled to a local Hospital in Atlanta, GA that was 48′ x 12′ x 8.5′ (LWH) and weighed 22,000 pounds.
A water filtration system pump was shipped from Arizona to Oregon.
Flatbed Tractor Trailer Transport Q & A
What are the capabilities of RGNs?
RGNs are primarily for wheeled equipment or machinery. RGNs are low to the ground and can therefore carry higher machinery. Our staff will provide all information regarding the Removable Goose Neck’s weight capacity and loading capabilities.
You must provide accurate weight and dimensions of the machinery or equipment.
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 a Curtain Van and a Conestoga trailer at booking time.
We are shipping expensive equipment and we may need additional insurance, what can you do?
Yes, we can always get supplemental insurance. At trailer booking time our freight specialists always ask for the value of the freight and recommend an appropriate insurance coverage option if needed.
What shipping services does your trucking company provide?
We offer full truckload, partial truckload, LTL motor freight, expedited freight, power only and port delivery for international deliveries. Plus all trailer types: refeer, dry vans, flatbed and oversize / overweight.
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.
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 feet, 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 and the maximum height of freight on this deck is 8 feet, 6 inches.
Flatbed Trailers
- Conestoga (adds additional freight protection)
- Low Boys and Double Drop – ie: Talbert Trailer
- Extendable Flatbeds
- Flatbed 48 ft or 53 ft
- RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
- Specialized Trailers / Diamond / 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 vast 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 provide some flatbed trucking shipping tips.
Proper 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 appropriate for flatbed transport. In the case of large machinery, there may be a need for heavy duty fork lift service, crane services or complete rigging services. Allow for ample time in advance to book any additional services required for your shipment.
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 prior to shipping.
Expedited Shipments
When your shipment has to be expedited always make sure to let your freight consultant at Great Western Transportation know in advance!
Once 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 two drivers are needed for the truck. The Department of Transportation (DOT) mandates how many hours a truck driver can legally drive during a certain period of time. So having two drivers allows for the tractor-trailer to be on the road longer versus single driver.
Complete Shipment Details Should Be Accurate:
- Dimension Length-Width-Height
- Weight (Total) – Round Up Numbers
- Item Count
- Pick-up Time and Date
- Pick-up Location
- Contact Person(S)
- Delivery Location
- Office and Cell Phone Numbers
- Other Key Information Regarding the Freight
Flatbed Trucking Companies:
When your freight can not be loaded into a dry van you will require a flatbed trailer, so call Great Western Transportation Today.
