Flatbed Hauling & Heavy Equipment Transport Services

Flatbed hauling is open-deck freight transportation for cargo that cannot easily fit inside a standard enclosed dry van. It is commonly used for machinery, construction materials, building products, oversized equipment, and freight loaded by crane or forklift from the side or top. Proper securement, trailer selection, permits, and route planning are essential for safe delivery.

Flatbed trailers work well for freight that is large, heavy, long, awkwardly shaped, or requires side or overhead loading. Common examples include steel, lumber, pipe, industrial machinery, forklifts, generators, construction equipment, and building materials. Step deck, RGN, lowboy, multi-axle, and double drop trailers may be used when height, weight, or loading requirements exceed standard flatbed capabilities.

Heavy equipment transport typically involves reviewing the equipment dimensions, weight, pickup access, delivery access, loading method, and route restrictions. Sims Global Solutions can coordinate specialized trailers, chains, binders, straps, permits, escorts, and route planning when required. Customers also receive shipment visibility through technology-supported tracking and updates throughout the move.

An oversized load is freight that exceeds legal limits for width, height, length, or weight on standard roadways. These loads may require permits, approved routes, travel time restrictions, escort vehicles, or specialized trailers. Sims Global Solutions works with permitting and route planning teams to help ensure oversized and overweight freight moves safely and in compliance with applicable regulations.

Trailer choice depends on the freight’s weight, height, length, ground clearance, loading method, and legal route limitations. Flatbeds suit open freight loaded from the top or sides, step decks help with taller cargo, and RGN or lowboy trailers are often used for heavy machinery. The team evaluates shipment specs before recommending the most practical equipment.

Yes. Sims Global Solutions supports nationwide transportation across all 50 states, with service capabilities extending across North America and international logistics where needed. The company uses an extensive carrier network, asset-based heavy haul resources, and multi-modal capabilities to match each shipment with reliable transport options for the required lane, equipment, and timing.

Costs are based on lane distance, freight dimensions, weight, trailer type, permits, escort needs, loading requirements, delivery timing, and market capacity. Oversized or overweight freight can require additional planning that affects pricing. Accurate quotes usually require equipment specifications, photos when available, pickup and delivery addresses, and any job-site access details.

Sims Global Solutions uses proper load securement methods such as chains, binders, straps, and other equipment to reduce shifting or damage during transit. The company also offers enhanced handling procedures for high-value freight, real-time GPS tracking, and A+ rated supplemental cargo insurance options for shipments requiring additional protection and monitoring.