At CFG Hauling, Inc., we’re proud to offer a wide range of hauling services for professionals throughout our community, including heavy-haul trucking solutions. Heavy-haul trucking typically refers to moving oversized or overweight loads such as construction equipment, industrial machinery, and heavy building materials. Since these items often exceed the standard legal limits for transportation, we’re required to follow strict regulations to ensure oversized items reach our clients safely and in accordance with the law.
Here are some key differences between our standard trucking services and heavy-haul trucking:
- Heavy-haul trucking requires specialized trailers and equipment. Since overweight or oversized loads may have unusual dimensions, trailers may need extensions to safely accommodate the product.
- Drivers need to carefully map out their route. If you think that standard dump trucks look difficult to drive, heavy-haul trucking drivers have to take extra precautions to get to their destination safely. In addition to securing the proper permits, drivers need to consider weight limits on certain roads, low bridges, narrow roads, and other obstacles that they’ll need to avoid along their route.
- Some heavy-haul trucking jobs require pilot cars. In some cases, truckers rely on pilot cars or escort vehicles to warn oncoming drivers, guide the driver through more congested areas, and keep the cargo thoroughly protected.
- Drivers must have plenty of experience and the proper licenses. Not every truck driver can handle a heavy-haul trucking project. This kind of job requires a driver with lots of experience and the required licenses to safely and legally deliver the necessary materials.
If you need heavy-haul trucking services, we would be happy to tell you more about our capabilities and service offerings. Please reach out to us today to learn more or request an estimate.