April 7, 2021 9:00 pm
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If you’re a small business owner who uses less than truckload (LTL) shipping for your goods, technology is rapidly changing how LTL trucking companies do business in Houston, TX. Most owners prefer to let the company determine how the goods are shipped, but new technological developments have made it easier for owners to keep track of their shipments as they make their way across the state or country. Other developments are good for the trucking companies themselves, helping them stay on top of federal and state trucking regulations or serving other useful functions. Here are some of the ways technology is changing LTL shipping: Staying on top of the ELD mandate: This federal mandate requires most trucks to have electronic... View Article
March 24, 2021 9:00 pm
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Many industries make use of flatbed delivery in Houston, TX. Because flatbed trucks have a simple shape, they’re great for transporting many different types of cargo. For example, oversized loads (like farming or construction equipment) are often carried on flatbed trucks. When you need to choose transportation options, consider the size, weight, shape and need for any loading or dumping aids. In most cases, flatbed trucks will be the best option for hauling construction, agriculture, manufacturing or other materials. Here’s a closer look at some of the most common uses for flatbed trucking services: Equipment: You’ve undoubtedly driven behind a flatbed truck hauling construction or agricultural equipment before. Flatbed trucks are a great way to transport these slow-moving pieces of... View Article
March 5, 2021 12:13 am
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As a small business owner, you’ve got a whole lot on your plate, so it helps to be able to offload some of your responsibilities to other sources and trust the job will get done correctly. Your shipping and logistics is one aspect of your business that’s best delegated to another team. When searching for an LTL trucking company in Houston, TX, or when you’re just getting started with LTL shipping services, it’s important you do your due diligence to make sure you’re getting the quality of service you need. Here’s a quick overview of some of the questions you should ask your chosen LTL shipper. Q: How do I track my shipments? One way small business owners can keep... View Article
February 19, 2021 12:13 am
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Hot shot trucking is a type of trucking service that involves carrying small, time-sensitive loads (usually LTL loads) within a specific timeframe to one customer or location. These loads are usually carried by medium-duty trucks hauling flatbed trailers. This is not to be confused with expedited shipping, a job that could involve vans, tractor trailers or pickup trucks ready to get the job done on a moment’s notice. With hot shot trucking in Houston, TX, there are no vehicles waiting on standby. Instead, the jobs are distributed to various drivers through load boards, making this an ideal service for owner-operators looking for some side gigs. The equipment Hot shot trucking involves the use of some particular types of equipment, both... View Article
February 4, 2021 12:34 am
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You’ve undoubtedly seen flatbed trucks on the roads hauling heavy-duty construction equipment, tons of building materials or other cargo that looks a little too large for the truck. In fact, if the load is wider than 8’6″ or taller than 15’, the Texas Department of Transportation classifies it as an oversized load. Although you need to be careful when you see any semi truck out on the road, special consideration needs to be taken when there’s an oversized load. This post will cover oversized equipment and trucking practices in Houston, TX that help keep you, the trucker and every other driver safe. Stay back Tailgating a vehicle is never a good idea. A collision is almost guaranteed if the driver... View Article
