Flatbed Freight Brokers — Professional Logistics Services

A flatbed freight broker coordinates open-deck transportation for freight that cannot move inside a standard dry van. This includes sourcing qualified carriers, matching the right trailer type, arranging pickup and delivery details, supporting route and permit planning when needed, and providing shipment updates. Sims Global Solutions adds visibility through SimsTrak and an experienced operations team.

Common flatbed freight includes construction materials, machinery, building products, steel, lumber, equipment, oversized freight, and loads that require loading by crane or forklift from the top or sides. Sims Global Solutions also supports step deck, RGN, lowboy, double drop, heavy haul, modular building, and power-only needs for more specialized open-deck moves.

Flatbed pricing is typically based on shipment dimensions, weight, lane, trailer type, urgency, tarping requirements, permits, escorts, loading needs, and current carrier capacity. Oversized or overweight freight may require additional planning and compliance costs. Sims Global Solutions focuses on cost-effective options by leveraging a broad carrier network and mode-selection expertise.

Yes. Sims Global Solutions coordinates oversized and heavy haul transportation, including loads that exceed standard legal dimensions or weight limits. Services may include specialized trailers, escort services, permit support, securement planning, and route coordination. The company’s heavy haul capabilities include tractors and specialized trailers capable of hauling 200k+ loads.

Flatbeds are ideal for freight loaded from the side or top and within standard height limits. Step decks, also called drop decks, have a lower deck height for taller freight that may exceed legal height on a standard flatbed. RGN, lowboy, and double drop trailers are used for heavier, taller, or more complex specialized freight.

Sims Global Solutions works with an in-house Carrier Procurement Team to vet carrier options and match shipments with appropriate capacity. The company has access to extensive truckload and specialized carrier networks, along with its own trucking assets, helping customers secure solutions that traditional brokerages may have difficulty accessing for complex freight.

Customers can receive regular updates through SimsTrak, the company’s Transportation Management System. The platform supports quoting, scheduling, real-time shipment tracking, consolidated billing, and customized reporting. Dedicated logistics coordinators also help monitor loads from pickup through delivery, giving shippers clearer visibility and proactive support when issues arise.

Yes. Sims Global Solutions supports nationwide freight services across all 50 states, as well as North America and international shipping needs through established logistics relationships. For flatbed and specialized freight, the team coordinates equipment, routing, carrier capacity, and documentation to help shipments move efficiently across regional and long-haul lanes.