Air Cushion Recovery Archives - Big Rig Towing & Recovery

Be proactive – take note of Big Rig’s toll free number (866) 398-7444

It’s only a matter of time before winter rolls in to stay for awhile and as Canadians we all know that winter weather can be a challenge to negotiate out on the highway.

Sometimes it is almost impossible to see where the road ends and the ditch begins. Add blowing snow to the mix and the situation can get pretty sketchy in a split second. Under extreme conditions it is a testament to the drivers of big rigs that more don’t end up in the ditch.

When temperatures go below -30 ending up in the ditch, whether its day or night, presents a whole new set of problems. Not just for the driver of the rig, but for the tow truck operators as well. Keeping warm and safe while working with thousands of pounds of frozen steel is a difficult process. Because the human body is mostly made up of water and we know that water freezes at -32C, getting stuck in the ditch on a -40 night becomes more of a rescue than a tow.

The temperatures haven’t dipped that low yet, but why not be proactive and take note of Big Rig’s toll free number (866) 398-7444. Anywhere, any time, we’re available 24/7 to service all of your heavy duty towing and recovery requirements.

Forklift Transport

Big Rig Towing not only rescues broken down rigs, but as heavy haulers, we have the heavy duty towing equipment to haul just about anything. In this case, our client had to relocate a forklift. The average forklift can weigh between 1800 to 4500 kg — just too big and heavy for a normal tow truck.

Transporting a forklift needs to be done safely & efficiently. It must be secured properly to the flatbed of the truck with wheels secured so it doesn’t tilt or even fall off the bed. This is important to keep the forklift from damage, but more importantly, securing the forklift properly protects the vehicle driver and any surrounding persons/vehicles during on-load, transport, and off-load.

Big Rig Towing has a solid reputation for doing heavy lifting and moving. We work with highly qualified and certified technicians who are reliable and experienced.

If you find yourself in a disabled situation or have a piece of heavy equipment to haul, give Big Rig Towing a shout. Call 1 (866) 398-7444. We’re available 24/7 for all your heavy duty towing and recovery requirements.

Make sure your load is secure!

The danger in trucking isn’t always with sketchy weather or poor road conditions. It can be as simple as just not tying down your load properly.

How many times have you seen a big truck with an even bigger load trying to negotiate around a tight corner looking like it was going to topple over? Or a flat deck with a load wider than the deck and not looking like it was centered? You can tie it down but if it’s not in the right place to begin with you’re going to have issues.

Big Rig Towing lifted this heavy 65,000 pound steel coil from it’s deck after it shifted during transport. Not an easy task to pick it up and transfer it to another trailer, but having state-of-the-art equipment makes a huge difference.

So why risk it? Know which tie-downs to use and how to safely strap down your load so it does not shift or affect your centre of balance.

In the event this happens to you Big Rig is here to help. Just call toll free 1 (866) 398-7444 for 24/7 service.
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Be safe – stay in your rig & call for a tow

Having your rig break down is always stressful. If you find yourself in this position, especially on a major roadway or jam-packed highway, look for an emergency lane to pull into so you can stop more safely or pull over onto the hard shoulder.

Being stranded on the shoulder of the road can be extremely dangerous so pull over as far to the right as safely possible. Traffic zooming by creates a whole new level of danger and is the most common cause of collision and other injuries.

If you find yourself broken down in any situation, high traffic or otherwise, be alert. Stay in your rig as long as possible & call for a tow.

The coronavirus continues to be top of mind as we practice physical distancing and try to keep each other healthy and safe. Big Rig Towing not only makes sure that its staff are fully trained in traffic safety and recovery methods when on the scene, but have been instructed on best hygiene practices to ensure the safety of themselves and our customers when called to a big rig break down.

To reach us toll free, call 1 (866) 398-7444.

Year round we get the job done!

Big Rig makes hundreds of rescues and recoveries every year and while they all present individual challenges they are all resolved at the end of the day.

Not all vehicles are made to tow and the safety considerations of properly towing another vehicle or object cannot be understated. Our professionally trained drivers and fleet of trucks are fully equipped to handle any towing situation.

Big Rig Towing & Recovery:

– Has two tri-drive wreckers specifically designed for rollover & recovery work
– Has a 75-ton sliding rotator for extra challenging wrecks
– Has a modern, state-of-the-art, fully equipped air cushion recovery unit to complement the wreckers for up-righting rolled over tractor trailer units
– Has replacement tractors to tow your trailers loaded or empty should the need arise
– Operators have a minimum 18 years experience in the heavy duty towing and recovery industry
– Operators have Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification and have completed our four-step training program
– Trucks are all Alberta Safety Certified

24 Hour Emergency Service 7 Days a Week. Call 866-398-7444 for immediate service!

Problems on the road?!

Big Rig specializes in, and is dedicated solely to, the heavy duty towing and recovery industry.

Over the years we have recovered and towed thousands of transport trailers, big rigs, transport trucks, 18-wheelers, coaches and buses, concrete mixers, cranes, motor homes and large equipment. Our professionally trained servicemen have been specifically selected for their knowledge in big rig towing and transport recovery, as well as their ability to use and manipulate their own heavy tow trucks.

We are licensed & insured in all U.S. & Canadian jurisdictions and our certified recovery technicians have Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification and have completed our four-step training program. All of our trucks are Alberta Safety Certified.

Based out of Calgary, Alberta, and with branch offices in Airdrie and Red Deer, Alberta, Big Rig Towing & Recovery has 24/7 dispatch service for all your heavy duty towing and recovery requirements. As we head into the winter season it’s critical to have a reliable service at your fingertips.

Keep this toll free number on hand: 1 (866) 398-7444

It’s unfortunate, but accidents do happen

From blinding sun, high winds, heavy downpours and slick road conditions, to wildlife, heavier summer traffic on the highway, and fatigue, unfortunately accidents happen.

Big Rig can tow anything from a 1-ton body job to a large multi-axle crane. Our heavy duty towing and recovery division consists of sixteen units, thirteen tandem axle, two tri-drive units, and a 35- ton Metro. All trucks are equipped with under reaches for damage-free towing.

Towing services we provide include, but not limited to:

Coach, Motorhome, Bus Towing & Hauling
Crane Service
Air Cushion Recovery
Trailer Lifts
Winching
12 and 24 Volt Boosts
Tractor Swaps
Tractor Service

In addition to our towing services, we offer indoor and outdoor secure storage. We are licensed and insured so rest assured that while your rig is in our control it is covered by the most comprehensive insurance available to our industry.

Keep our number on hand. Big Rig Towing & Recovery is available 24/7 to come to the rescue. To reach us toll free, call 1 (866) 398-7444.

Top 7 reasons to call Big Rig Towing

Big Rig Towing doesn’t tow cars, but if it’s a big rig, truck or something that’s heavy enough to need a crane, we can get the job done! We make hundreds of rescues and recoveries every year and while they all present individual challenges they are all resolved at the end of the day.

Big Rig Towing & Recovery:

Is your #1 source for heavy duty recoveries as they are the only towing company in Alberta with two tri-drive wreckers specifically designed for rollover & recovery work
Has added the province’s only 75-ton sliding rotator to their fleet for extra challenging wrecks
Has a modern, state-of-the-art, fully equipped air cushion recovery unit to complement the wreckers for up-righting rolled over tractor trailer units
Has replacement tractors to tow your trailers loaded or empty should the need arise
Operators have a minimum 18 years experience in the heavy duty towing and recovery industry
Operators have Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification and have completed our four-step training program
Trucks are Alberta Safety Certified

Remember that not all vehicles are made to tow and the safety considerations for properly towing another vehicle or object cannot be understated. Our professionally trained drivers and fleet of trucks are fully equipped to handle any towing situation.

24 Hour Emergency Service 7 Days a Week. Call 866-398-7444 for immediate service!

Big Rig Towing to the rescue 24/7

If you’ve inadvertently ended up off the hardtop and are carrying a heavy load, you’re likely in trouble!

Spring snow and rain can make roadsides and fields soft and wet, turning them into mud traps. If your rig gets stuck in the mud, it can be a real hair puller to get it “unstuck”.

Mud likes to suck in and trap axles from forward or backward movement. When you spin the tires in an attempt to free them, they will only sink the truck further and deeper into the mud and make the situation worse. You can try to dig some mud from the front end of the leading wheels and then nudge the rig forward slowly until you gain solid ground, but if that fails you can save yourself a whole lot of effort and back pain by contacting the professionals. Big Rig Towing is available 24/7 to come to the rescue.

In the image below this trailer slid off the road loaded with a 40,000 lb packer. Big Rig lifted both the machine and the trailer, placed them back on the road, and got them back on their way safely and quickly.

If you find yourself in a desperate situation give us a shout at 1 (866) 398-7444 for immediate service!

Big Rig Towing — your #1 source for heavy duty recoveries

If you’ve had an accident and your unit needs to be up-righted and removed from the road quickly and safely give us a call. Big Rig Towing has the solution, the trained operators, and the right equipment!

Big Rig Towing:

Is the only towing company in Alberta with two tri-drive wreckers specifically designed for rollover and recovery work
Has the province’s only 75-ton sliding rotator in their fleet for extra-challenging wrecks
Has a modern, state-of-the-art, fully equipped air cushion recovery unit for up-righting rolled over tractor trailer units to complement their wreckers
Has replacement tractors to tow your trailers loaded or empty should the need arise
Has operators with a minimum 18 years experience in the heavy duty towing and recovery industry
Has operators with Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification and who have completed our four-step training program
Has Alberta Safety Certified trucks

Big Rig Towing & Recovery is available 24/7 to service all of your heavy duty towing and recovery needs. Call 866-398-7444 for immediate service!