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[Video] Step-Deck Vs. Lowboy Trailers: Which is best for you?

What Are Technical Services? How Logistics Companies Safely Transport Data Center, Wind, and Other Project Freight

If you’re in the early stages of planning a large project — like a new or relocating data center, wind farm, or grid-scale energy storage — you know that the more complex it gets, the more critical the details are.

6 Tips for Improving Transportation Processes In The Manufacturing Industry

In November 2021, the U.S.’ manufacturing output index — a segment of the Industrial Production Index (used to gauge the real economic production of national industries like oil & gas, mining, etc) —- increased to its highest level in over three years. 

What is GPS Trailer Tracking?

Sometimes peace of mind is difficult to come by in the transportation world. Every shipment comes with a unique set of variables and moving parts — each requiring attentiveness and careful management. Sure, there are plenty of more-than-capable transportation companies across the United States and the world.

The Top 5 Advantages of Working With Asset-Based Carriers

Look, the transportation industry is a funny place; trucking companies and freight brokerages stand shoulder to shoulder, jostling for each shipper’s attention by offering the best-in-class services that “only their company can provide.”

How Does Your Freight's Origin Impact Your Final Shipping Price?

Sometimes, it can feel like things are only getting more expensive. Especially when every freight rate you’re given seems steeper than the next. Just like other logistics professionals, using your shipping dollars correctly is what you do. It’s why you’re good at your job. 

What Trailer Types Are Used in Each Industry?

Unless you live off the grid, under a rock AND far from the beaten path, your day-to-day life is heavily influenced by countless industries. 

Peak Season Shipping: 5 Ways to Prepare For Your Busy Season

After a hard-hitting few months, sometimes it’s nice to have an off-season. A period of time dedicated to taking a step back, evaluating past performances and planning for the future. 

Common Flatbed Trailers [Alternatives and Differences]

The trucking industry is home to an extensive host of trailer types. From step-deck to lowboy trailers — designed to haul height-sensitive freight — to dry van and reefers commonly used to move food and beverage items. If you have freight to move, it’s likely that the trucking industry has the perfect trailer for you. 

How To Get Oversized Load Permits For Your Freight (3 Easy Steps)

You’re looking to nail down some permitting for an upcoming shipment. But you don’t know how to go about doing so, how much time it will take to obtain the permit, how long the load may take to move . . . 

About the only thing you know for sure? You have a lot of questions about what information you’ll need to facilitate the oversized load permit process. 

Since you’re hoping to make this process as smooth as possible, you already know this information is vital to the success of your shipment. Now, all that’s left is to get the facts and take the right steps.