INTRODUCING THE SAV TRANSPORTATION GROUP S FLATBED AND SPECIALTY SERVICES DIVISION

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1 INTRODUCING THE SAV TRANSPORTATION GROUP S FLATBED AND SPECIALTY SERVICES DIVISION It takes a special kind of provider to help you with your flatbed and specialty service moves and the SAV Transportation Group is proud to announce that we now have the experts who can get the job done! That s right we have the experts in-house and they have relationships with thousands of flatbed, specialized and heavy haul carriers help you. Our team has decades of experience on both the customer and the carrier side of flatbed and specialized transportation. They know what you need and work with only the best carriers who know how to get the job done correctly. You save time and money when you access our expertise Our team has decades of experience on both the customer and the carrier side of flatbed and specialized transportation Our flatbed and specialized carriers are held to the highest standards of safety and professionalism, mitigating the risk in transit for your freight We know what equipment will be needed and what carriers are best suited for your freight, minimizing load time and eliminating delays. The biggest thing we deliver to you is continued peace of mind We are picky about our flatbed and specialized carriers and only work with the safest, most professional, most experienced carriers in the business. We monitor your flatbed freight and require daily check calls, ETA assessments and continuous contact throughout the move. Our carriers know how to move your freight, what equipment they need, and they come prepared to help your team load it and take it off the trailer once the load is safely delivered. The following pages include a flatbed selection guide. The trailer specifications listed in this guide will assist you determining the type and size of equipment that is required for your specific need. The total freight weight and dimensions each trailer type can typically transport legally (ie. without the need for state highway permits) is also shown within this guide. Since there are variations within each trailer type, the information shown should be used as a general guideline. Most of these platform trailers have the capacity to handle freight exceeding these weights and dimensions for a premium charge and require state(s) permit authority to be obtained prior to shipment. Please contact your account rep for specific details they be able to advise you what type and size of equipment is ultimately needed and what permits will be required for your specific move.

2 BASIC FLATBED The basic flatbed s the most commonly used trailers due to its overall versatility. A flatbed trailer can be loaded from the top, sides, or rear of the trailer making it a primary and common asset to the flatbed trucking industry. This trailer can accommodate freight with the maximum legal weight and dimensions shown below. Max. Freight Weight = 48,000lbs Max. Freight Dimensions Length = 48ft.or 53ft. Width = 8ft. 6in. Height- 8ft. 6in. EXTENDABLE FLATBED Extendable Flatbeds are also known as flatbed stretch trailers. They are designed for loads or freight that is too long to transport on a standard flatbed trailer, and that require the support of this trailer so there is no overhang. This trailer accommodates freight with the maximum legal weight and dimensions shown below. Max. Freight Weight = 43,000lbs Max. Freight Dimensions Main Deck = Length ft. Width- 8ft. 6in. Height- 8ft. 6in.

STRETCH SINGLE DROP DECK Stretch single (extendable) drop decks are designed for loads or freight that are too long to transport on a standard step deck, and that require the support of this trailer

3 STRETCH SINGLE DROP DECK Stretch single (extendable) drop decks are designed for loads or freight that are too long to transport on a standard step deck, and that require the support of this trailer so there is no overhang. They are also designed to haul freight that cannot be transported on a standard step deck. This is usually due to length restrictions. This trailer accommodates freight with the maximum legal weight and dimensions shown below. Max. Freight Weight = 45,000lbs Max. Freight Dimensions Main Deck = Length- 35ft. to 63ft. Width- 8ft. 6in. Height-10ft. Front Deck = Length- 10ft. Width- 8ft. 6in. Height- 8ft. 6in. STRETCH REMOVABLE GOOSNECK Stretch RGN s are designed for loads that are too long to haul on a standard RGN trailer. Stretch RGN s range from a 3 axles, and up depending on freight weight. The more axles on the trailer, the heavier the load or freight can be. Standard Freight Weight = 42, ,000lbs and up Max. Freight Dimensions Main Deck = Length- 29 to 65ft. Width- 8ft. 6in. Height-11ft. 6in.

Freight Dimensions Main Deck = Length- 48 or 53 ft. Width- 8ft 2in. Height- 8ft.

4 CONESTOGA TRAILER Conestoga (which is a brand name) trailers have a rolling tarp system that can quickly cover and uncover a flatbed trailer. This system provides protection form the elements of the road and weather for products, loads, freight or equipment that require flatbed transport. Max. Freight Weight = 42,000-45,000lbs Max. Freight Dimensions Main Deck = Length- 48 or 53 ft. Width- 8ft 2in. Height- 8ft. SIDEKIT A Sidekit is a flatbed trailer equipped with either fiberglass or plywood panels mounted in a vertical fashion giving a sidebody effect. This allows for the shipment of loads that may not be crated or packaged. Examples of loads transported in sidekits are watermelons, scrap metal, steel or aluminum coils, and engine blocks. Sometimes these trailers are equipped with a tarp and bow system designed to keep the freight dry. When viewed from the rear, these rounded tarp systems remind one of the wagons used by pioneers. A slang term for a sidekit trailer is a covered wagon. Max. Freight Weight = 42,000-45,000lbs Max. Freight Dimensions Main Deck = Length- 48 or 53 ft. Width- 8ft. 4in. Height- 8ft. 6in.

POWER ONLY Power only units are used for towing all different types of trailers.

Normally trailers are equipped with a 5th wheel hitch, ball and hitch, or a pintle hitch.

If the trailer type is overweight a 4 axle power only may be needed. Max.

Freight Dimensions Wide Open- State requirements must be followed.

Some oversized and over dimensional pieces simply will not fit any other standard trailers.

5 POWER ONLY Power only units are used for towing all different types of trailers. They can haul most trailer types depending on the hitch hookup. Normally trailers are equipped with a 5th wheel hitch, ball and hitch, or a pintle hitch. A standard power only usually has 3 axles. If the trailer type is overweight a 4 axle power only may be needed. Max. Freight Weight Wide Open -State requirements must be followed. Max. Freight Dimensions Wide Open- State requirements must be followed. SPECIALTY TRAILERS There are some types of jobs that require specific specialized trailers. Some oversized and over dimensional pieces simply will not fit any other standard trailers. Some trailers are specially designed for these pieces. These types of trailers are those such as perimeter trailers, perimeter frame double goosenecks trailers, dolly trailers, etc. All of these are used in specific jobs that would require that specific type trailer.

Your Guide to Shipping Flatbed A STRIVE TRANSPORTATION BRIEF

Your Guide to Shipping Flatbed A STRIVE TRANSPORTATION BRIEF IT S ALL IN THE DETAILS A lot of planning and thought goes into flatbed shipping - from load requirements like tarping and dunnage to the specific