Ballard Forest Transportation is an established leader in flatbed shipping because we ensure our drivers have everything they need to safely transport flatbed cargo across the country. We provide the proper equipment, training, and support so that freight is delivered on time and undamaged. Whether you have traditional or oversized, over-dimensional loads, our flatbed shipping services are designed to meet the unique needs of every customer.
Ship With Ballard
Services
Providing Safe, Efficient, and Flexible Flatbed Services
We provide flatbed services to customers across the nation. Long haul or regional, we are authorized in 48 states with a strong presence in the South, Central, and Mid-Atlantic areas of the country. In addition, we’re not limited to fixed lanes of traffic; we can deliver to any irregular flatbed route across the country. We also specialize in oversize, over-dimensional flatbed services, and can deliver up to 80K pounds.
Ballard can ship a variety of products from all types of industries including construction, oil and gas, steel, military equipment, landscaping, and more. Loads can be tarped, strapped, chained or any other method of securing your freight.
Steel plates, rods, I-beams, tubes, and rolled steel
Drywall, lumber, vinyl sheets, bricks
Concrete slabs, cable reels, compressors
We haul any cargo that doesn’t require an escort. Questions? Check out our FAQs.
Equipment Capacity
Over-length
Steel beams, tubing, rebar, joists, pipe, poles, and more
Wide Loads
Steel plates, structural steel, and more. Widths up to 12′ max
Heavy Haul
Steel coils, rebar, gypsum, lumber, and more…up to 80K pounds.
Why Ballard?
We Drive Excellence.
Customer service is our passion. We do whatever it takes to ensure on-time delivery and the safe passage of your freight. In short, we are committed to delivering the very best shipping experience. We treat customers like family. We get to know you…and your kids.
Why Choose Ballard?
Not Too Big. Not Too Small. Just Right!
Flatbed freight is our expertise. We build long-term relationships with customers who need help with the challenges of moving flatbed freight. We focus on your needs and that’s why you should ship with us. We listen, communicate, and do what it takes to resolve issues and get your freight delivered.
Safe, On-time Delivery
Ballard is equipped with a fleet of late-model, fuel-efficient trucks, and all-aluminum trailers to ensure your shipments are secured and delivered on time. We procure the proper permitting to get shipments of all shapes and sizes delivered safely.
Customer Centric Service
Our priority is building long-term relationships with our customers. We listen, communicate and do what it takes to resolve issues quickly. Need a new delivery date? Need to make changes to a route? Our mission is straightforward…customer service excellence.