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Ever wondered how they transport large farm equipment or those massive pipes used in construction? Well, that's the job of a flatbed trucker.

Flatbed trucking is a challenging, yet rewarding type of trucking. But, with that comes a level of danger. You need considerable skills to carry on this job load.

So are you interested in flatbed trucking? Well, from realistic expectations to required skill sets, here's everything you need to know.

Some of the most interesting questions we receive from customers are related to our dry vans. These questions include:

• “What is a dry van?”
• “Aren’t all vans dry?”
• “Are there wet vans?”
• “Why does the dry van look exactly like a transport truck? Are they the same?”

Thus, we thought it was only fitting to dedicate a blog post to our dry van trucks.

“One of the top trucking companies in North America.” It's a statement any company can claim. But it's also one only a select few have actually earned.

This is what makes choosing the right trucking company so difficult for customers. At CSA Transportation, we often hear clients saying “It's hard to know which claims are true and which are false.”

What is a TMS?

A Transportation Management System is software designed to support and improve the process of shipping. A typical TMS system simplifies transportation management by helping you compare routes and carriers so that you can find the right service provider for your needs. It offers price comparisons so you can find the best rate.

If, like most people, you are busy doing what you do best, running a successful business, involving a lot of toll, sweat and blood to achieve what you have. Having a portfolio of happy, satisfied customers is your reward.  Sometimes though, getting into the bureaucratic nitty-gritty of supplying your end product to the keen client, can be more complicated than the task of running your business and the day to day sweat.