Trailer axles play a significant role in ensuring the smooth operation of your trailer, yet they are frequently disregarded. When conducting inspections for rust on trailers, most individuals tend to focus solely on the external appearance, completely overlooking the condition of the axles. This oversight becomes even more critical during the scorching summer season, characterized …
Semi-trailers have a larger mass and greater inertia, requiring longer braking distances than other vehicles. However, if any component of the braking system of a semi-trailer malfunction, it can further extend the braking distance and increase the risk of accidents. It is the responsibility of every driver to ensure that the semi-trailer’s braking system is …
Hot shot trucking is the process of transporting small quantities of freight using flatbed hotshot trailers and “medium duty” pickup trucks. In many cases, hot shot trucking offers a time and budget friendly solution for shippers who choose to send their trucking via less-than-truckload (LTL) or partial truckload (PTL) service. Today, Hot trucking is very popular in the transportation services for …
When you see supermarkets, malls, etc., you think of the retail industry; when you see fruits and vegetables you think of the agriculture industry; when you see houses and buildings you think of the construction industry. There is one industry that supports all industries-the transportation industry. Each industry uses various types of trailers, but today …
Driving a trailer is not an easy task. Without prior practice and knowledge of relevant safety tips, driving a trailer can be dangerous. It is not as simple as driving normally; you also need to consider many other things. 1. The size and weight of the trailer The first thing you need to know is …
If you want to transport sensitive cargo but can only use a Conestoga trailer or use a tarp, how do you choose? We have summarized the advantages and disadvantages of these two methods to help you choose a better way of transportation. Transportation with a tarp Advantages Cost-effective Tarp charges usually range from $50 to …
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Reefer trailers look almost identical to dry van trailers, but the cargo they transport is different. Reefer trailers are often used to transport agricultural products, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and other goods that require refrigeration. Dry van trailers are usually used to transport clothes, beverages, etc. with regular shapes, and can be loaded in pallets. Can a …
Flatbed trailers are the most common type of open trailers. There are many types of items that it can transport, but it is usually used to transport goods that cannot be put in a dry van trailer, such as wood, steel, machinery, etc. According to the different transported goods, flatbed semi-trailers have also evolved into …
When the flatbed trailer is used for transportation and the goods cannot be divided, the goods may be too long, causing them to overhang. This is a dangerous phenomenon, so most countries have laws governing the size of overhangs. But in each country, state, or province laws are different. Before you get into other questions, …
If you have questions about whether your cargo needs heavy-duty trucking services, then you’ve come to the right place. What are heavy-duty freight dimensions? What are heavy-duty weights? Which trailers are used for heavy-duty freight and how much does it cost to ship? We’ll answer these questions for you so you can ship heavy loads …
