Oversized Cargo Shipping in Houston, TX
Flat racks and open-top containers are the ideal choice when it comes to transporting heavy, bulky, or irregularly shaped loads. Multiple industries like construction, energy, mining, and heavy machinery routinely rely on them to deliver goods that traditional shipping solutions are no match for. Both options are uniquely versatile.
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Secure Cargo: We conduct thorough pre-transport inspections and use the best load-securing techniques to ensure your cargo doesn’t move and remains stable throughout its journey.
Route Planning: We identify weight-restricted roads, narrow bridges, and other bottlenecks to minimize travel time. We also take advantage of designated oversized load corridors for optimal efficiency.
Permits and Clearances: Oversized loads are typically subject to numerous permits and approvals before they are allowed to travel on public roads. We take care of all such requirements.
Understanding Flat Racks and Open Tops
Flat racks can be loaded from the top or either one of the sides, which is why they are indispensable in the transportation of oversized loads. That’s why they are frequently used to carry giant wind turbine parts and prefabricated homes, for instance. Open-top containers, on the other hand, make it easy to transport loose materials like minerals and rocks, among others. They also make it easy to transport a wider variety of goods in one shipment, including loads that are too tall for standard containers.
Types of Cargo Flat Racks and Open-Top Containers can Accommodate
Flat racks and open-top containers are used to carry loads that do not fit into standard containers due to their size, shape, or weight.
Here are examples of specific loads transporters use these two types of containers for:
- Heavy machinery used by construction, oil & gas, and other industries.
- Boats, marine vehicles, and their parts.
- Turboprop and jet engines.
- Power generators.
- Industrial boilers.
- Construction vehicles.
- Trucks, buses, cars.
- Military equipment like tanks and armored personnel carriers.
- Pipes and steel beams.
- Lumber.
- Coal, sand, iron ore, and other mined products.
- Scrap.
FAQ's
What types of cargo require flat racks or open tops?
Any shipment that does not fit standard shipping containers requires flat racks or open-top solutions. That could include everything from heavy industrial machinery and irregularly shaped loads like wind turbine blades to prefabricated construction parts and lumber.
How does Tigerhawk secure oversized shipments in transit?
We utilize the best load-securing techniques and equipment to ensure oversized shipments are safe and secure. We conduct thorough pre-transport inspections of the load, the securing mechanisms, and towing equipment to eliminate potential issues during transit. We also conduct regular inspections at pre-set points along the journey to ensure the safety of your shipment.
What regulations apply to oversized shipments?
Multiple regulations apply to oversized shipments. First, they are subject to length, width, and height limitations. This is in addition to weight restrictions. Some jurisdictions require oversized loads above certain limits to operate with front and/or rear escort vehicles. Second, carriers must apply for and obtain applicable permits and approvals to ply on certain public roads and bridges. Third, carriers may also have to obtain other documentation based on the nature of the goods being shipped. Consult with a logistics partner to ensure compliance with all rules and regulations governing oversized shipments.
What Our Clients Say
I have worked with Tigerhawk over the last 18 months. Every project we have worked on, the team at Tigerhawk has delivered as promised. Dedication to the customer's needs is Tigerhawk first priority. I highly recommend this logistics provider for any and all needs in the Houston region.
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