Anywhere, any time, Big Rig Towing & Recovery is available 24/7 to service all of your heavy duty towing and recovery requirements.
In this case a car inexplicably fell through the ramp of a car carrier transport. Fortunately we have some of the most specialized, modern, state-of-the-art equipment in our fleet and had just the solution with one of our fully equipped recovery units.
Using our 75-ton sliding rotator and by attaching a heavy-duty sling to the vehicle, with a few safety adjustments and a big heave-ho the job was finally done.
To reach Big Rig Towing & Recovery call us toll free at 1 (866) 398-7444.
Towing heavy-duty trucks, trailers and equipment is significantly different from towing smaller vehicles such as cars, trucks or SUVs.
Big Rig Towing offers the option of modern, state-of-the-art air cushion recovery for up-righting rolled over trucks and trailer units.
What are the benefits of air cushion recovery?
Air cushion recovery can be completed in a much shorter amount of time
Air cushion recovery eliminates the need for removing your cargo before lifting the truck which protects your cargo from excessive damage
Air cushions allow for vehicle removal in tight corners or in areas where uneven topography makes heavy-duty recovery impossible
Air cushion recovery provides a controlled and balanced lift which makes the recovery process much safer for everyone involved
How does air cushion recovery work?
With air cushion recovery, large inflatable air cushions are strategically placed under the overturned side of the heavy-duty truck or trailer. An air compressor is then used to gradually pump up the cushions which allows the vehicle to be slowly lifted off the ground, allowing a crane to lift it into its upright position.
Big Rig Towing is ready to handle all heavy-duty and emergency towing situations. For 24/7 towing assistance or to learn more about our services call 1 (866) 398-7444.
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.
Remember that 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.
Top 7 reasons to call Big Rig Towing & Recovery:
• Big Rig Towing 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
• Big Rig Towing has added the province’s only 75-ton sliding rotator to their fleet for extra challenging wrecks
• Big Rig Towing 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
• Big Rig has replacement tractors to tow your trailers loaded or empty should the need arise
• Big Rig operators have aminimum 18 years experience in the heavy duty towing and recovery industry
• All operators have Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification and have completed our four-step training program
• All of our trucks are Alberta Safety Certified
24 Hour Emergency Service 7 Days a Week. Call 866-398-7444 for immediate service!
If you’re looking for a solution to a heavy lifting job you should definitely call Big Rig Towing. We do heavy lifting every day. We have a number of rigs equipped with heavy duty rotator cranes that can lift just about anything. We can be on the spot quickly rain or shine with minimal set-up time and experienced drivers and operators.
Towing & hauling services we provide, but are not limited to:
Coach, Motor-home, Bus
Trailer Lifts
Winching
Tractor Swaps
Tractor Service
12 and 24 Volt Boosts
Crane Service
Air Cushion Recovery
Indoor Secure Storage
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.
We carry some of the most specialized equipment in our fleet. In fact, we are the only towing company in Alberta with a 75-ton sliding rotator — ideal for moving heavy equipment.
Big Rig’s high performance vehicles provide easy-to-move handling for a wide variety of heavy tasks and requirements, specifically, loading and unloading large conveyor belts.
To complement the 75-ton sliding rotator, we have two tri-drive wreckers, a modern, state-of-the-art, fully equipped air cushion recovery unit for up-righting rolled over tractor trailer units. Should the need arise we also have replacement tractors to tow your trailers, loaded or empty.
Call Big Rig Towing at 1 (866) 398-7444 for IMMEDIATE 24/7 service!
No matter how careful we try to be, accidents happen. When it’s a big rig travelling with a heavy load at great speeds on the highway it can make for an unpleasant disaster.
The good news in this accident is that the driver wasn’t hurt (unbelievably) but can’t say the same for the thousands of popsicles on board. Heatwave or no heatwave frozen popsicles on a stick will never survive!
If your rig has had an unfortunate rollover and needs to be uprighted, it’s time to call Big Rig Towing – always prepared for the challenge of a big rig rescue and recovery.
Call Big Rig Towing at 1 (866) 398-7444 for IMMEDIATE 24/7 service! .
Even in the most challenging situations Big Rig is here to help get you back on the road again.
We are experienced and each one of our operators has a minimum 18 years’ experience in the heavy duty towing and recovery industry and all operators have Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification, and have completed our four-step training program.
We carry some of the most specialized equipment in our fleet.
We are the only towing company in Alberta with two tri-drive wreckers specifically designed for roll over and recovery work! For extra challenging wrecks, Big Rig Towing has the province’s only 75 ton sliding rotator in our fleet!
To complement the wreckers we have a modern, state-of-the-art, fully equipped air cushion recovery unit for up-righting rolled over tractor trailer units. Should the need arise we also have replacement tractors to tow your trailers, loaded or empty.
Call Big Rig Towing at 1 (866) 398-7444 for IMMEDIATE 24/7 service!
Easy does it! Somehow this truck got turned over in the process of dumping its load of sand. Fortunately, this was one of the few times when all that was required was to right it and tow it back to the yard.
Just goes to show you though, how critical it is to make sure you’re absolutely certain that you know how your load and truck are positioned. If you’re not confident, don’t head out! Always take the time to reset. Better to take a little more time to unload and reload than to risk an accident and lose valuable income-earning time.
If you find yourself in a challenging situation on any Alberta road call the experts!
Big Rig Towing 1 (866) 398-7444for IMMEDIATE 24/7 service.
The Deerfoot Trail transects the city of Calgary. A busy 3-lane freeway with a 100 km an hour speed limit, it takes traffic south to north across the city and onto Edmonton. The city of Calgary has a great safety feature, that is, free service to all those who break down or run out of gas along this crowded stretch of road.
That’s right, if your car breaks down or has a flat, or even if you run out of gas, the city has tow trucks patrolling 24/7 and will aid or tow you to one of the safety zones created every so many kilometres along the route.
While this is a fantastic service it unfortunately does not include big rigs and other heavy equipment.
Big Rig Towing & Recovery specializes in this type of tow. Even though it may seem benign compared to rescuing big trucks from icy mountain passes or dragging them out of watery irrigation ditches and rivers, hooking up and towing on a busy highway at rush hour can be equally as dangerous as any mountain road.
If your rig is stranded on any Alberta road call the experts – Big Rig Towing 1 (866) 398-7444for IMMEDIATE 24/7 service.
