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RDF FREIGHT GUIDE

Flatbed Shipping Guide

A practical guide to preparing open-deck freight for equipment matching, securement planning, and delivery.

THE PRACTICAL CHECKLIST

What to confirm before the move.

Good freight execution usually starts before the truck is assigned. Use these points to make the requirement clear and surface constraints early.

  1. 01

    Confirm exact overall dimensions

    Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.

  2. 02

    Document weight and center of gravity

    Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.

  3. 03

    Explain loading and unloading methods

    Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.

  4. 04

    Identify tarping or weather-protection needs

    Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.

  5. 05

    Share job-site access constraints early

    Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.

Turn the checklist into an operating plan.

Send RDF the available shipment details, including anything unusual about the commodity, sites, timing, or handoff. The team can identify remaining questions and recommend the next step.

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