August 6, 2021 5:12 pm
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It’s important that every company does what they can to protect the environment. Shipping can add pollution to the air, which is why trucking companies should take certain steps to make themselves more environmentally friendly. This might include providing regular maintenance to your flatbed trucks. If you’re interested in making your company a bit more environmentally friendly, read on to learn several eco-friendly trucking tips: Use less air conditioning: While this might be difficult during the height of summer, avoid using your air conditioning during certain points of your drive if possible. If you can get away with opening your windows instead, that’s usually the better option. A truck’s air conditioning system increases fuel consumption. Save money on fuel and... View Article
October 21, 2018 11:09 pm
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Correctly tarping a flatbed load is an extremely important process in making sure your cargo gets to where you need it to go safely and unaffected by the elements. With this in mind, here are the steps you’ll need to take to make sure you’re getting the job done right when you’re working with a provider of flatbed shipping in Houston, TX. First make sure you organize the load properly A failure to properly organize the load before you tarp it can result in the cover getting torn and the freight getting damaged. In organizing the load, make sure the weight is evenly distributed on the trailer, as much as possible. There should be no especially large or wide areas... View Article
September 4, 2018 9:19 pm
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You’ve probably seen giant commercial trucks pulling long flatbed trailers down the freeway. On the backs of these trailers are usually objects, boxes or crates of various sizes. Most of the time, these trucks are working for a shipping service that provides a flatbed trucking option. What is flatbed shipping exactly? Let’s take a look at the basics about flatbed shipping in Houston, TX. Here are some of the benefits, helpful tips and other must-know facts. Definition of flatbed shipping The shortest and simplest definition of flatbed shipping is that it’s a transportation option for cargo that isn’t usually required to be placed in a dry enclosure like a cab or box trailer, cannot be loaded or unloaded from a... View Article
July 6, 2018 10:56 pm
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Are you considering applying your skills as a driver to a career in flatbed trucking in Houston, TX, but are not sure if it’s the right choice for you? We understand. Flatbed trucking is challenging and is not a job that is for everyone. However, with the right skill set and proper training, flatbed trucking can be a rewarding job in many ways. As a trucking company in the Houston area, we hear a lot of opinions about the flatbed trucking industry, and at least some of what we hear isn’t quite true. So, to set the record straight, here are a few pros, cons and myths about flatbed trucking in Houston, TX. It’s dangerous All trucking jobs are dangerous.... View Article
February 21, 2018 7:26 pm
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No matter what line of business you’re in, you know that there can be a fine line between making a profit and taking a loss. Even small decisions about your day-to-day operations can make a huge difference in how successful and profitable you are. One of the more important decisions you need to make is choosing a shipping method. Having a successful shipping plan in place is essential to your business’ long-term success, but understanding the options that are available can seem overwhelming at first. To help make your decision a little easier, we decided to provide a quick overview of three methods of shipping: dry van, refrigerated and flatbed shipping in Houston, TX. Dry van shipping Dry van shipping... View Article
