Troy Heyne

Troy is the director of global accounts at ATS and has been at the company for over 25 years. He has extensive experience in heavy haul and specialized transportation, works closely with many Fortune 500 companies and is responsible for a good customer experience.

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Using Multi-Axle Trailers for Heavy-Haul Freight

Posted by Troy Heyne on Nov 27, 2023 1:24:38 PM

Roads and bridges are engineered to support a specific amount of weight. Exceeding this weight limit can have disastrous consequences, including bridge collapse or permanent road damage. 

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What Is a Step-Deck Trailer? Definition, Alternatives, Pros and Cons

Posted by Troy Heyne on Aug 4, 2023 8:00:00 AM

So you’ve contracted with a freight carrier, and they have indicated that they will be using a step-deck trailer. What does that mean? Will the freight arrive safely to your destination? How does the..

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7 Common Construction Equipment Transportation Mistakes (& How to Avoid Them)

Posted by Troy Heyne on May 18, 2022 10:00:00 AM

We all make mistakes sometimes. In 1920 the Boston Red Sox traded 24-year-old Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees in exchange for $125,000. That deal, which is widely considered one of the biggest mistakes in..

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[Video] How to Tie Down a Front-End Loader

Posted by Troy Heyne on Jun 10, 2021 11:37:38 AM

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What is Digital Freight Matching? [Definition + Common Problems]

Posted by Troy Heyne on Mar 23, 2021 10:30:00 AM

Finding trucks to pull your freight in the current market is continuing to prove difficult. That’s forcing you to get more creative in the way you find capacity for a reasonable price. 

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The Pros and Cons of Spot Rates Vs. Contract Rates

Posted by Troy Heyne on Jan 12, 2021 10:00:00 AM

Depending on how frequently you ship freight, you've probably had the debate on whether you should use the spot market versus the contract market. After all, they are two of the most common pricing..

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Heavy Haul and Flatbed Shipping: How to Find the Right Trailer for Your Load

Posted by Troy Heyne on Oct 1, 2020 9:03:07 AM

When you need to ship freight that won't fit within the enclosed dimensions of a dry van, you know you need an open deck trailer. However, you might not know there's a wide variety of open deck trailers..

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