Heavy Haul Permitting
When it comes to heavy haul permitting and safety, experience and information are the keys to a successful transport. For more than 25 years Stein Transportation has handled everything from pilot cars to routing and commissioning the manufacture of special equipment.
Permitting is an important part of transporting heavy haul freight. Yes, each state wants their fair share of revenue from the wear and tear that is put on their roads due to the immense weight of the freight, but it is also very important for safety reasons as well. So, when you request a quote, please be sure to tell us as much as possible able about the over-dimensional freight. Inacuracies can slow the quoting process and even result in more fees down the road. It is imperative to learn as much as you can about the freight to be transported first. If you do not know what questions to ask, do not hesitate to call us. There are many items you may not think of, and we have enough experience to know the quesitons you should be asking.
If you are moving over-dimensional heavy machinery, the weight, width and height can be found in the "transport spec's" section of your owners manual. Or, you can simply give us the make and model of the equipment, and we can look it up for you.Since no one likes surprises, you should be aware of the most common types of fees and permits associated with permitting over-dimensional freight:
- Oversize and / or Overweight Permits
- Single Trip / Registration or Fuel / IFTA
- Superloads
- KYU Number
- 30/60/90 Day Permits
- Annual Permits
- Individual State Permits
- Pilot Car / Escort Fees
- Manufacturing of Special Equipment to Handle Heavy Loads
Furthermore, some states may charge more for a particular type of freight or weight classes may be different from state to state. It is not uncommon for one state's permit for the same item be twice as much or more than that of another state.
Again, information is the key when it comes to safety and to heavy haul permitting. You want the process to be as smooth as possible and to have no worries. Your small amount of research coupled with our experience can make a 200 ton shipment seem like a breeze.
To ask a question about your heavy haul permitting, call us today at: (800) 803-5439