Expert Flatbed Freight Shipping for Heavy Haul & Oversized Loads
We specialize and are the experts in flatbed shipping. But claiming we’re the leading experts in the field of flatbed service is one thing, proving it to our clientele, like you, is another altogether.
Whether it’s moving massive construction machinery or oversized loads, flatbed trucks are indispensable for managing complex and heavy-haul logistics. Our goal is to help you ship smarter.
For starters, you should know that we always double-check measurements and piece count to make sure that we are using the most cost effective trailer for that particular move and shipment. Furthermore, we offer load planning services for customers that don’t know how or need some assistance to ship their equipment. We offer turnkey solutions with services from loading and unloading flatbeds using cranes and forklift service, making access to a loading dock unnecessary. We use the right equipment to ensure safe transportation of your freight.
The result? High-quality flatbed logistics and freight shipping services that guarantee your cargo and flatbed shipment gets from point A to point B in the best, most efficient manner available.
What is Flatbed Freight Shipping?
Flatbed shipping involves using trucks equipped with open, flat platforms that lack sides or a roof. This design offers significant flexibility, making it easier to load and unload cargo using cranes, forklifts, or other specialized equipment. The open design of flatbed trailers allows for the transport of large and unconventional items, including wide loads and irregularly shaped items, that would be difficult to fit in a standard enclosed trailer.
What We Haul: Types of Flatbed Freight
Flatbed trailers are particularly suitable for transporting goods that are oversized, bulky, or do not require coverage. This makes them well suited for specialized freight. Common flatbed freight commodities include:
- Oversized and Bulky Items: Items such as construction machinery, large freight, and other heavy equipment.
- Building Materials: Due to their size and weight, lumber, steel, metals, and other construction materials are commonly transported using flatbeds to the job site.
- Specialty Cargo: Pipes, heavy tires, and large machinery also benefit from the ability of flatbed trucks to accommodate loads with large dimensions.
Industries We Serve with Flatbed Transport
Flatbed trailers are crucial across a variety of industries due to their unique capabilities. Some of the common industries relying on flatbed freight transport include:
- Construction: For transporting heavy equipment, building materials, and other large freight necessary for construction projects on any job site.
- Oil and Gas: Moving oversized loads and materials essential for oil and gas extraction.
- Heavy Machinery: Transporting large vehicles and industrial equipment that require open, accessible loading spaces.
Available Flatbed Trailer Types
Today’s flatbed shipping trucks come in a wide variety of available sizes and types. We are efficient and aware of what dimensions will and will not fit on a flatbed trailer to determine the correct trailer type. Real value for our clients is in the increased capacity in the open deck market for the right trailer for the right freight. We are one of the most reliable flatbed carriers.
Here at Next Exit Logistics, we offer a broad variety of trailer types, including:
- Standard Flatbed Trailers: 53’ and 48’
- Hotshot Trailers: 40’ for lighter loads
- Step Decks: 53’ and 48’, with and without ramps, for taller cargo. This is a popular step deck trailer.
- Lowboys: Ideal for transporting tall freight that needs to be closer to the ground on a lower deck. We offer various lowboy trailers.
- Extendable Flatbeds: Up to 65 feet in length for shipping large items.
- Removable Gooseneck (RGN): Allows for easy loading of oversized flatbed equipment. These are also known as double drops.
- Conestogas: A flatbed trailer equipped with a retractable cargo cover to protect expensive pieces from the weather.
- Sidekits: A trailer that features removable side rails for added flexibility.
As you can see, we’re not your typical flatbed hauling service. We ensure that you get flatbed solutions that are both cost effective and efficient, with no hidden fees.
Truckload vs. Less Than Truckload Freight Shipping
When it comes to flatbed transport, both truckload and less than truckload (LTL) provide excellent choices for your shipping needs. Any transport of freight that does not require the entire cargo space of a truck is referred to as less than truckload (LTL). A full truckload, conversely, is when shipments take up the entire cargo space or weight limit of the trailer.
Which one you choose depends on your specific needs. With an LTL freight shipping solution, multiple shippers can move product on the same truck, saving money. It’s a cost-efficient way to deliver goods under 15,000 pounds.
Alternatively, you may want to schedule full truckload logistics for your flatbed shipments if:
- You are shipping enough items to fill an entire flatbed trailer.
- You prefer a full truck dedicated to your products from a single carrier.
- Your flatbed freight is time-sensitive.
- The weight of your heavy freight exceeds the weight limits for LTL shipping.
Why Choose Next Exit Logistics for Your Flatbed Shipment Needs?
At Next Exit Logistics, we excel in facilitating flatbed freight shipping with unparalleled expertise. Our team prides itself on our proactive communication style, keeping all stakeholders informed for optimal collaboration. We are energized by excellence and driven to find creative solutions to address your unique challenges. Our commitment to precision ensures we take exacting measures to get the job done right, ensuring safe transportation and delivery.