Heavy Loads, We Got You Covered

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Heavy Hauler

Heavy Hauler

A heavy hauler realizes every project is different and as such requires all involved to make decisions and review procedures and most importantly to communicate with everyone involved. We strive to excel in all these categories, but mostly we want to communicate so that we are clear with the customer, shipper, consignee, driver, and everyone else who needs to know...

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Tarping Systems

Tarping Systems

There is probably not a driver who enjoys tarping.  After all what is there to enjoy about lifting 60-100 lbs heavy duty tarps.  Compounding this difficulty is when a driver has to do it in weather that is not necessarily accommodating.  Unfortunately it's a necessary part of the flatbed and other platform trailer business and driver's perform this...

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Trailer Outriggers

Trailer Outriggers

Trailer outriggers are a useful feature for large equipment that have a wide separation between the wheels or tracks depending on the equipment. Pull OutSwing  OutAttached A pull out outrigger, as pictured above, does not require a board as does the swing outs or attached outriggers.  Ramps provide access for driving the vehicle right onto the trailer...

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Alberta Oversize Permits

Alberta Oversize Permits

ALBERTA OVERSIZE PERMITS & ESCORTS INFORMATION PERMITS: Permits valid for two consecutive days. Must have permit prior to entering Alberta. OPERATING TIME: Most vehicles can travel 24/7, but when over 12’6″ wide, travel is not allowed after 3:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and no Sunday travel is allowed. Over 14’6″, travel is allowed...

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British Columbia Oversize Permits

British Columbia Oversize Permits

BRITISH COLUMBIA O/D PERMITS INFORMATION PERMITS: Permits valid for one trip only, duration depending on length of trip. OPERATING TIME: Travel is permitted 24/7 when under the following dimensions: 10’6″ wide, 14’6″ high, and 82’ long. Otherwise, daylight hours only, no Sunday travel, and no travel during the summer (last Friday in June...

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