Heavy Haul • Permitted Loads

Flatbed & Oversized

Heavy machinery, structural steel, and wide-load freight moved by seasoned heavy-haul drivers under full permit compliance.

Flatbed trailer hauling structural steel on a highway
Overview

Service Overview & Operational Capability

Open-deck freight is an engineering exercise as much as a transportation one. We assess dimensions, weight distribution, and lift points before a single strap is thrown, then build a route that clears every bridge, overpass, and restricted corridor along the way. From a single piece of construction equipment to a multi-load steel package, the plan is documented before the wheels turn.

  • Heavy machinery, construction equipment, and structural steel transport
  • Wide, tall, and overweight load handling with dimensional analysis
  • Rigorous permit application and provincial/state route approval
  • Escort (pilot) vehicle coordination where required
  • Specialized tie-down, blocking, and tarping protocols
Equipment & Technology

Equipment & Technology Standards

The right deck configuration is what keeps an oversized load legal and secure.

  • Standard flatbeds, step decks, and multi-axle configurations for heavy haul
  • Rated chains, binders, straps, edge protection, and coil cradles
  • Tarping systems for weather-sensitive open-deck freight
  • Real-time GPS tracking on every permitted movement
  • Documented pre-trip and en-route securement re-checks
Standards & Compliance

Industry Standards & Regulatory Compliance

Oversized transport is the most heavily regulated freight we move, and our paperwork reflects that.

  • Oversize and overweight permits secured for every jurisdiction on the route
  • Compliance with National Safety Code cargo securement standards
  • Travel-time and daylight-movement restrictions strictly observed
  • Escort vehicle and utility-coordination requirements met in full
  • Seasoned heavy-haul drivers with documented open-deck experience
Use Cases

Use Cases & Solutions

Construction site mobilization

Deliver excavators, loaders, and site equipment to remote or urban job sites on schedule.

Steel and building materials

Move beams, rebar bundles, and precast components with correct blocking and load distribution.

Plant and equipment relocation

Transport production machinery between facilities with rigging and route planning handled end to end.

Energy and utility projects

Handle oversized components where permits, escorts, and timing windows drive the schedule.

Our Process

Step-By-Step Logistics Process

  1. 01

    Booking & Rate Confirmation

    Dispatch captures your open-deck and oversized requirements, commodity details, and delivery window, then issues a written rate confirmation the same business day.

  2. 02

    Dispatch & Equipment Assignment

    We assign the right trailer and a qualified driver, pre-trip inspect the unit, and plan the route around weight limits, hours of service, and weather.

  3. 03

    In-Transit Monitoring

    GPS telematics and driver check calls keep you informed at pickup, en route, and on approach, with proactive alerts if anything shifts.

  4. 04

    Delivery & Proof of Delivery

    Freight is unloaded to your receiver's protocol and a signed, time-stamped proof of delivery is returned to you electronically.

Nationwide Network

We Work For You — Coast to Coast Across Canada

Nationwide reach, remote included

We provide services across all provinces and territories in Canada, with a network and partnerships that reach even the most remote locations.

Every freight type covered

Deep expertise in FTL, LTL, temperature-controlled goods, hazardous materials, oversized shipments, and specialized cargo.

Safety at every mile

We prioritize the absolute safety and security of your freight throughout every mile of the journey.

Vancouver
Calgary
Toronto
Montreal
Truro NS
Halifax
Testimonials

Trusted By Shippers Across Canada

We have used Melai Transportation for local cartage for years. The products always arrive in perfect condition and on time. Highly Recommended!

Jackson T.

Local Customer

Your ability to handle any size load, to-and-from anywhere and within any service time frame has made you our best and only choice for handling our shipments.

Enterprise Logistics Partner

Verified Client

Ready to Move Your Cargo? Connect Directly With Dispatch.

Our team is standing by to handle your local, nationwide, or cross-border freight.