Loading Procedures
Heavy haul trucking companies generally have several types of trailers to choose from. These include lowboys, goosenecks, drop deck trailers, and standard flatbeds. While the company will work hard to provide the correct trailer, the issue of loading is still your concern. Some trailers are equipped with ramps, others are not. You must ask about this, and plan accordingly. If a trailer is lacking ramps, you'll need to load with a crane, or other equipment. If it does have ramps, you'll need a heavy equipment operator on hand to load it. Don't wait until the company arrives to figure this out. Plan ahead and you'll save time, money and frustration.
Insurance Coverage …show more content…
However, to cover any potential claims, many companies carry as much as $1,000,000 in coverage. This helps to protect you, as the shipper, against loss or damage to your cargo. As you are well aware, however, the cost of replacement for a vital piece of heavy equipment can easily exceed this amount. Therefore, it's important that you verify the exact amount of coverage the company has. In some cases, you may need to cover the additional amount of coverage, other times, the carrier will. Never ship with any company until this issue has been resolved or you could face a devastating