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Why Is Local Oversize Permitting So Hard?

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Sending valuable freight across the country is a stressful experience for shippers — and that’s before factoring in the extra time, effort, and cost to obtain over-dimensional (OD) freight permits. 

Which States Have Oversize Freight Restrictions For The 2024 Eclipse?

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On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. 

The path of totality — areas that will experience a total eclipse of the sun — will cross into the U.S. in southern Texas and travel through 12 additional states before entering Canada. 

As a huge swath of the country braces for a major surge in tourist traffic, domestic shippers are wondering how the eclipse will affect their freight. Some states in the path of the totality have implemented eclipse-related travel restrictions. 

How Can I Track My Freight? Load Tracking 101 for Shippers

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It’s true: I’m a package-tracking enthusiast. I get a thrill when my email inbox pings with that all-important tracking information. I delight in watching my parcels move through the country, and I eagerly anticipate their arrival at my doorstep. 

How to Ship a Crane (4 Things to Prioritize)

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One of the most intriguing things about working in the transportation industry is the sheer diversity of products transportation companies, like Anderson Trucking Service (ATS), get to move. In fact, every product on earth is touched by the transportation sphere in some way during its lifecycle. 

8 Red Flags to Watch For When Choosing a Heavy Haul Carrier

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Whenever you ship heavy haul cargo, safety is a significant concern. Keeping your freight secure, your reputation clean and, most importantly, the motoring public safe as cargo transits from A to B, takes expertise, planning and robust protocols. 

Detention Fees: Who Pays?

Posted by Derek Ertl on Jul 3, 2024 9:00:00 AM

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Why Is Local Oversize Permitting So Hard?

Posted by Joanna Jungels on May 28, 2024 10:00:00 AM

Sending valuable freight across the country is a stressful experience for shippers — and that’s before factoring in the extra time, effort, and cost to obtain over-dimensional (OD) freight permits. 

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Which States Have Oversize Freight Restrictions For The 2024 Eclipse?

Posted by Michael Carlson on Apr 4, 2024 9:39:27 AM

On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. 

The path of totality — areas that will experience a total eclipse of the sun —..

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Police Escorts 101: What to Know About Patrol Requirements for Freight

Posted by Leah Kuechle on Mar 22, 2024 10:00:00 AM

You watch a shiny new patrol car blaze past you, lights flashing. You catch a glimpse of the officer behind the wheel. The focused determination on their face never wavers as they escort a VIP down the highway.

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How Can I Track My Freight? Load Tracking 101 for Shippers

Posted by Tyler Turn on Mar 11, 2024 10:00:00 AM

It’s true: I’m a package-tracking enthusiast. I get a thrill when my email inbox pings with that all-important tracking information. I delight in watching my parcels move through the country, and I eagerly..

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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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How to Ship a Crane (4 Things to Prioritize)

Posted by Jake Black on May 15, 2023 10:00:00 AM

One of the most intriguing things about working in the transportation industry is the sheer diversity of products transportation companies, like Anderson Trucking Service (ATS), get to move. In fact, every..

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Engineering Services for Heavy Haul Permits: What They Are, How Much They Cost & When You Need Them

Posted by Leah Kuechle on Jan 4, 2023 10:00:00 AM

Heavy haul freight moves are intricate projects. The largest of these shipments can takes months to complete, requiring alignment and communication between a diverse group of experts. 

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8 Red Flags to Watch For When Choosing a Heavy Haul Carrier

Posted by Adam Koopmeiners on Oct 26, 2022 10:00:00 AM

Whenever you ship heavy haul cargo, safety is a significant concern. Keeping your freight secure, your reputation clean and, most importantly, the motoring public safe as cargo transits from A to B, takes..

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When Are Escorts/Pilot Cars Necessary For Oversized Freight Shipments? (Width, Height and Length Requirements by State)

Posted by Amy Studanski on Aug 29, 2022 10:00:00 AM

Over-dimensional (OD) freight shipments require a lot from the companies that manage them. Among other things, permits must be acquired, a route must be planned and the correct transportation solution must be..

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