NORTH AMERICAN METALLURIC SOLUTIONS
Specialty Driver ProgramIndiana, INSAFRAN LANDING SYSTEMS WALTON KY
Assigned a specialty driver to haul Safran Landing Systems Walton Ky's shipment to North American Metalluric Solutions in Indiana.
Why You Can Trust Us
Founded in 1989
98.8% CLAIM FREE SERVICE
DOT's highest rating
FMCSA classified as one of the safest carriers on the road
American Trucking Association member
Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber member
CVSA (Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance) member
75+ truck fleet
140,000 square foot facilities
Why Choose Us
- Drivers trained in oversized cargo securement beyond CDL requirements
- Same driver handles pickup through delivery on dedicated routes
- Direct communication with receiving team at every delivery
- Photo documentation of cargo condition included
Specialty freight deliveries require drivers who understand oversized cargo. You're dealing with aluminum poles, steel beams, lighting equipment, or heavy machinery that standard trucking can't handle properly. The loads are longer than normal trailers, heavier than typical freight, and need specific securement methods that regular drivers don't know.
Regular freight drivers drop your cargo and leave. Your receiving crew stops their work to help unload because the driver doesn't know your equipment or dock setup. Damaged cargo arrives because the securement wasn't right for that specific load type. Your project timeline gets pushed back waiting for replacement materials.
Gateway Distribution assigns trained drivers to specialty cargo routes. The driver secures your poles or steel using load-specific tie-down methods and protective padding. Gateway Distribution coordinates with your receiving team before arrival to confirm dock access and unloading equipment. The same driver who picked up your cargo delivers it and assists with unloading using the right equipment for that load type.
Your oversized freight arrives on time with the same driver every route. Your receiving team knows what to expect and has the right equipment ready. The cargo comes off the truck properly secured and undamaged so your project stays on schedule.
Our process
- 1Load securement trainingDrivers learn proper tie-down techniques for poles, steel, and oversized freight beyond standard CDL requirements.
- 2Customer site coordinationDriver calls ahead to confirm receiving dock access and unloading equipment availability.
- 3Professional delivery executionDriver assists with unloading using proper equipment and communicates directly with your receiving team.
- 4Delivery documentationDriver provides complete paperwork and photos of cargo condition upon delivery.
Our Work
Trusted Partners
American Trucking Association
AssociationIndustry association dedicated to serving and representing the interests of the trucking industry with one united voice.
Better Business Bureau
AssociationMembership organization that lets customers know the business is worthy of their trust.
Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber
AssociationThe nation's fifth largest chamber providing economic development, government advocacy, and business growth support.
CVSA
AssociationCommercial Vehicle Safety Alliance promotes commercial motor vehicle safety and security.
Common questions
My freight shipment is too big for regular trucksYou have oversized machinery or equipment that needs to ship. Regular trucking companies keep saying no. You're not sure who handles cargo that doesn't fit in a standard trailer.Flatbed trucks handle oversized cargo like machinery, steel beams, and construction equipment. Get the exact dimensions and weight before you call. Gateway Distribution specializes in flatbed transport for oversized freight that won't fit in enclosed trailers.
My driver doesn't know how to handle the customer handoffYour driver drops off the shipment and leaves. The customer is confused about what they received. You get angry calls about poor service even though the freight arrived on time.White-glove delivery means the driver stays to help unload, explains what's being delivered, and makes sure the customer is satisfied before leaving. This protects your reputation and keeps customers happy.
My drivers don't know how to secure oversized loads properlyYour freight keeps shifting during transport or arrives damaged. Regular drivers don't know the right way to tie down poles, machinery, or oversized cargo.Oversized cargo needs specialized securement training beyond basic CDL requirements. Look for drivers certified in load securement for your specific cargo type. Proper tie-down techniques prevent damage and DOT violations.
My shipment needs to be there tomorrowYou have urgent freight that has to arrive fast. Production is stopped without this part. Regular shipping takes too long and you're losing money every day.Expedited freight gets priority handling and faster transit times. It costs 50-100% more than standard shipping but can turn a 5-day shipment into next-day delivery. Gateway Distribution offers expedited services for time-critical freight.
How much does expedited freight shipping costYou need something shipped fast but expedited quotes are all over the map. Some companies want triple the normal rate. You don't know what's reasonable to pay for speed.Expedited freight typically costs 50-150% more than standard shipping, depending on how fast you need it. Same-day service costs the most. Get quotes from multiple carriers and ask exactly what expedited means - some just mean faster loading, not faster transit.
My freight company's drivers don't represent my brand wellYour freight drivers show up looking unprofessional or act rude to your customers. This reflects badly on your company. You're losing business because of how the delivery went.Find a freight company that trains drivers on customer interaction and brand representation. Gateway Distribution's Specialty Driver Program includes customer service training so drivers represent your business professionally at every delivery.
I need the same truck every weekYou ship the same route regularly and keep getting different drivers who don't know your operation. You want consistency but don't know if that's possible with freight companies.Dedicated trucking gives you the same driver and equipment on a schedule you set. It costs more than spot freight but less than owning trucks. Gateway Distribution offers dedicated services for businesses with regular shipping needs.
Will the driver help unload at the job site?You ordered light poles or fixtures shipped to an active job
site, not a warehouse dock. The lot is gravel, the crane is
staging an hour later, and the load needs to be positioned for
a specific lift sequence. Most carriers drop curbside and
roll, which leaves your foreman rerigging a load the driver
could have placed in two minutes.Hire a carrier whose drivers are trained to work the
destination, not just hit it. Gateway Distribution's Specialty
Driver Program drivers stage the trailer for crane or
boom-truck access, talk to your on-site foreman before backing
in, and stay through the offload to release straps and tarps
as the crew rigs each pole. Tell us what equipment will be
waiting and we match the driver to the job before dispatch.
Specialty Driver Program by area
The specific situations we handle in each area.
Alabama, AL
Arizona, AZ
Arkansas, AR
California, CA
Cincinnati, OH
Colorado, CO
District of Columbia, DC
Idaho, ID
Illinois, IL
Indiana, IN
Wytheville, VA