What Are the Legal Axle Weight Limits for Commercial Trucks?

Posted by Adam Koopmeiners on Apr 26, 2024 12:00:00 PM

Every state has different regulations for the maximum gross vehicle weight (total weight of the loaded truck and trailer) allowed on their roads. These weight regulations are based on the state’s..

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Tarping Flatbed Freight In Winter: Problems, Alternatives and Other Ways to Protect Your Freight

Posted by Charlie Conlin on Dec 11, 2023 8:34:30 AM

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Using Multi-Axle Trailers for Heavy-Haul Freight

Posted by Troy Heyne on Nov 27, 2023 1:24:38 PM

Roads and bridges are engineered to support a specific amount of weight. Exceeding this weight limit can have disastrous consequences, including bridge collapse or permanent road damage. 

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The Trucking Industry in November 2024: What You Should Know

Posted by Aaron Winter on Oct 18, 2023 9:23:00 AM

November represents a period of transition between fall and winter, but also between regular ol’ business-as-usual and the holiday season. 

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Safely Shipping Metal Coils: Eye to the Sky vs. Eye to the Side Securement

Posted by Nicholas Hargrove on Aug 8, 2023 4:04:00 AM

Long strips of metal, including steel, aluminum and fiber optic cable, are often wrapped around a coil or spool for shipping. Coiling this type of material saves space and keeps it manageable during..

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Construction Season: When it Starts and How it Impacts Open-Deck Freight Shipping

Posted by Zach Pardoe on May 29, 2023 10:00:00 AM

It’s frustrating when your freight rates change — especially on short notice. Freight transportation isn’t your company’s only expense, but the more you pay these bills the more you realize how volatile..

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[Video] 3 Ways to Save Money on Your Flatbed Freight Rates

Posted by Tyler Turn on Dec 15, 2022 10:00:00 AM

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[Video] How Much Weight Can You Ship On a Flatbed Trailer?

Posted by ATS on Sep 22, 2022 10:00:00 AM

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Tarping 101: What You Need to Know When Arranging Tarps For Your Freight Shipments

Posted by Adrian PufPaff on Sep 21, 2022 10:00:00 AM

Companies that ship freight using open-deck trailers are no stranger to the realities of doing so. The impact natural elements (wind, snow, rain, etc.) can have on the products transported on open-deck..

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An Overview of Dunnage in Freight Shipping: Definition, Common Types and How to Make Sure You Have Enough

Posted by Andy Folz on Sep 14, 2022 10:16:52 AM

Whether you ship open-deck freight or commonly use a dry van, there’s always “something else” to consider. Even if your company moves cargoes regularly, it’s nearly impossible to learn everything there is to..

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