Heavy hauling is more complex than regular truck transport and common freight transportation. Before even starting to load the equipment, several state DOT compliance checks regarding weight and dimensions have to be made.
Permits are required on a federal, state and local level for any oversize or overweight heavy hauling transport and other travel restrictions apply as well. Generally over-sized or overweight loads are referred to as non-legal loads. This simply means that the ordinary legal size and weight limits are exceeded for a road, highway or other transport infrastructure.
Permits are not issued by a Federal agency or department for OD or overweight heavy haul freight or loads. The state Department of Transportation is required to maintain their own set of state rules and regulations pertaining to oversize and overweight loads. The state DOT also issues overweight trucking permits on a case by case basis, based on numerous factors.
When you need to know state regulations or laws for oversize and over-weight shipping limitations or need general information about the limits and restrictions of these regulations, simply contact Great Western Transportation.
Great Western Transportation has the understanding of the laws and the transportation requirements of each state the tractor trailer will travel through. This provides you with the assurance that we will make sure all the necessary and appropriate permits for the legal transportation of your shipment are in place, in order to avoid any delays.
Heavy haul projects may seem difficult to most of the people out there, however consider the fact that heavy trucking companies move these over dimensional and overweight items every day. This should give you some assurance that these companies and their staff know what they are doing, simply because they have experience and background.
Heavy haul projects involve additional resources as opposed to regular freight moves. Generally the weight and dimensions require the use of lifting equipment such as a crane or rigging or any other device used for heavy lift. Generally these devices are not common and must be reserved well in advance. The second factor, due to the weight and dimensions of the freight, may require permits to be secured prior to transport over the road. These permits are mostly issued by the state DOT (Department of Transportation), however a local city or municipality may require local permits also.
Do you need to transport heavy equipment or a piece of heavy freight such as: Terex, Manitowoc or Mt Clemens cranes from Dallas, TX to Tacoma, WA
The success of any heavy haul project depends on the selection of an experienced and reputable heavy haul company.
Specialized heavy haul shipments are exactly that; “specialized”. It takes a specialized company to handle oversize shipments, only experience and quality service provides this. Some heavy haul projects may require several trailers, plus additional vehicles to support the heavy haul trailer. A great heavy haul trucking company handles the shipments many other companies do not have the equipment capacity for. No matter the size or weight, a reputable heavy haul company has the experience and knowledge of specialized transportation needed to offer a transport solution for your oversize shipment.
You will need a heavy hauler that has a flatbed fleet that includes not only traditional flatbed trailers, but also drop, double drop, step deck trailers and RGNs.
So if you need a heavy haul load to be transported to Phoenix, AZ or Tacoma WA and to any destination in the US or Canada, plus all port cities such as New Orleans, contact Great Western Transportation.
Heavy Haul Quote
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Our staff has extensive experience that allows us to haul virtually all heavy freight from Dallas, TX to anywhere in US and destinations to Canada. This includes: rail spurs or oceanic ports or warehouses, plus to various locations throughout the United States and freight destined to Canada.
Useful Heavy Haul Tips
Following are some tips to companies and individuals new to shipping an oversize/overweight item.
Load Details
Specific load details details such as whether the item is new or used takes only seconds, and will help ensure that appropriate cargo insurance exists to protect the load. This is especially important in LTL shipments, as the insurance provided on used machinery is generally pennies per pound when compared to that of new machinery. Always know the accurate value of the freight and convey this to your Great Western Transportation freight consultant when asking for a freight quote.
Tarping
Take the time to ask the extra question regarding tarping, especially if the load will require tarping. OD loads will often require more tarps than a typical flatbed truck carries. Make Great Western Transportation aware of this up front, and we’ll be certain to have the necessary tarps on hand. Large and/or odd-sized pieces will be difficult for even the best of drivers to tarp themselves. Any assistance your team can offer is much appreciated, even if it’s as simple as a place out of the elements.
Information
Information is crucial! Knowing the exact information regarding your OD/Heavy Haul shipment is extremely important, especially in regards to permits. You should know the verified length, width, height, and weight of the shipment. If at all possible, you should provide the make, model, and serial number if applicable. Providing accurate information will help expedite the permitting process.
Trailer Types
Popular heavy haul trailer types are: slide-axle, lowboys, lowbeds, RGNs and double drop-deck.
Over-weight shipments, commonly referred to as heavy haul, require careful planning to ensure safe, on-time delivery. For nearly 60 years Great Western Transportation Heavy Haul has been providing our clients with the best in heavy haul and heavy equipment transportation.
Heavy haul trucking demands attention to details, it is important to work with a trucking company accustomed to working with heavy haul requirements including permits, safety and equipment.
Great Western Transportation customers have unusually high expectations and we like that. It inspires us to achieve their goals; it motivates us to overcome challenges, big and small; and it drives us to success.
- Chillers and Rotors
- Pressure and Ethanol Vessels
- Industrial Boilers
- Storage Tanks
- Caterpillar D8T
A notable manufacturer of heavy haul trailers is Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
Other examples of projects that required extensive heavy transport:
- Bryan Municipal Service Center Fuel System
- Central Texas College Building 104 & 121
- Hendrick Medical Center Southside Medical Office
- Houston Intercontinental Airport WWTP
- MD Anderson Cancer Center 11th Floor Clark Clinic
Escort car services go hand in hand with heavy haul transportation. Escort cars, also referred to as pilot cars, are equipped with a variety of things that help make heavy load transportation safer. Pilot car service helps to ensure the safety of the equipment you have to transport, the heavy haul driver and the public.
Other Heavy Equipment Types
- Boom Lift
- Compactors
- Feller Buncher
- Forklift
- Loader Backhoe
- Log Skidder
- Pavers
- Pipe Layers
- Skid Steers
Virtually Anything We Can Get on a Utility Trailer
From Power Generation Components to Wind Turbines and Blades the Great Western Transportation company has moved all major heavy equipment at a market based flatbed freight rate.
At Great Western Transportation we move your heavy equipment like it was ours. Our dedicated staff will assign the ideal heavy haul trailer that will meet the requirements of most any heavy shipment.
1-800-972-8484 – Call your heavy haul trucking company for Dallas, TX.
