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The Internet of Things, also known as “IoT”, at face value doesn’t appear to give much context as to what that means exactly. In its simplest form, the Internet of Things is an idea that you can connect any device to the Internet. Your everyday appliances such as your microwave, lamp, coffee machines would be able to access the Internet. You may ask yourself why does something like my microwave need to have the ability to connect to the Internet, it works fine just fine the way they are. The potential for IoT is essentially limitless as most objects nowadays can have sensors and software installed into the devices allowing objects to connect to the Internet. Imagine if our traffic lights had the ability to see traffic coming in advance and be able to streamline transportation more easily via a network that can allow signals to communicate with each other to make our roads more efficient. Imagine IoT in your everyday life, your alarm wakes you up and as you prepare your morning routine, your car will have a message transmitted to it to start 5 minutes before you typically leave for work without you ever having to so much as touch your keys.

Continue reading “The Internet of Things Set to Revolutionize Transportation and Supply Chain Logistics in the Next Decade”

A coalition known as the I-10 Corridor Coalition applied for a grant to create a system that will inform truck drivers of parking available along a key interstate in the southwest region of the country. The coalition is made up of Department of Transportations in Texas, Arizona, California, and New Mexico. The coalition was formed in 2016 with the mission to improve the efficiency and safety of Interstate 10. This Interstate is a frequented lane for many drivers across the country as it runs from Los Angeles to Jacksonville, Florida. Continue reading “The Texas Transportation Industry Awaits the Federal Highway Administration’s Approval of Funds as States Coalesce to Improve Driver Parking”

Flatbed Hauling Quotes Inc. ships to and from the state of Alabama. Alabama is nicknamed after its state bird and is referred to as the Yellowhammer State. The capital of Alabama is Montgomery. The state has been known for its strong agricultural roots that date back to the Civil War era, where the state was a large producer of cotton. The state still has an active agricultural economy as the state has only recently begun to develop larger urban areas and shift from a largely rural population. With the decline of agriculture, there has been a rise in other industries across the board that includes finance, engineering, and manufacturing. The major urban centers in Alabama are its capital, Montgomery, Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile. Due to the state’s increased focus on expanding urban areas, there has been a larger demand for transportation into, out of, and within the area.

As a well-connected Alabama flatbed hauling company, we have access to a wide range of flatbed transportation equipment that includes but is not limited to; step decks, flatbeds, and removable goosenecks. Our large network of flatbed carriers means we have the capacity to serve your company’s flatbed transportation needs, whether that be into or out of Alabama.

Heavy Haul Transporting in Alabama

The philosophy of our company is that there are no loads that are too complex to handle. Whether your freight is over dimensional, overweight, fragile, or just downright complicated, we have the resources and capacity to fulfill your needs. As Alabama heavy haulers we are accustomed to handling the logistical planning needed to move complex equipment or commodities. Our expertise in this specialized area of transport has made us capable flatbed oversize shippers in the state of Alabama. Heavy haul and over dimensional transport can be expensive and complicated. The expertise we have gained through years in the industry enables us to secure the most affordable rates for our shippers while also providing the easiest and most timely method of flatbed transportation.

Flatbed Hauling Quotes Inc. is a US-based flatbed shipping company. Our company consists of a team of experienced flatbed transportation professionals. The experience our staff possesses provides customers with the insight and resources that are necessary to move their flatbed freight. Flatbed Hauling Quotes provides its customers with real-time, market-based flatbed shipping quotes. Our goal is to provide you with an accurate market-based rate for moving your freight in to or out of AL, provide you with a trusted network of carriers, arrange the on-time delivery of your freight, provide load tracking services, and ultimately make your flatbed transportation experience as easy for you as possible.