Secure Your Load

Big Rig Towing Calgary Rig Towing Roll OverThe risks in trucking don’t always come from poor road conditions or harsh weather. Sometimes, it’s as simple as not properly securing your load. We’ve all seen it: a big rig trying to navigate a tight corner with an oversized load that looks like it’s going to tip over, or a flat deck trailer with cargo wider than the truck, off-center and looking unstable.

Securing a load isn’t just about tying it down. If the load isn’t positioned correctly from the start, no amount of straps or chains will prevent potential problems. Shifting loads can cause major issues, from damaging the cargo to destabilizing the truck, increasing the risk of accidents.

At Big Rig Towing, we recently handled a situation where a 65,000-pound steel coil had shifted on its trailer during transport. Moving that much weight safely required precision and expertise. We lifted the coil from its deck and transferred it to another trailer, ensuring both the load and truck remained stable. It’s a reminder of how important it is to secure loads properly before hitting the road.

For expert help when things go wrong, Big Rig Towing has your back. Visit us at www.bigrigtowing.com.

Got Something Big to Move

Big Rig Towing & Recovery Calgary Heavy TowingGot something big to move? Whether it’s an old motor home or a massive trailer that’s too large for a regular tow, Big Rig Towing has the equipment and expertise to handle it safely and securely.

We may not tow locomotives, but we’ve moved some pretty heavy rigs! If you’ve got a broken-down vehicle or need to get that old motor home to the wreckers, we’re here to help. Our team specializes in towing the “big stuff” — anything larger than your average car.

Ready to clear your backyard or get that rig moving? Give us a call and let the experts take care of it!

Strong Winds and Transport Trucks: How Big Rig Towing Can Help

Big Rig Towing & Recovery Wind Blow OverStrong winds can be a major hazard for transport trucks, sometimes causing them to blow over and create dangerous situations on the road. When this happens, Big Rig Towing is here to help!

Our experienced team can recover and upright overturned trucks using air bags and heavy-duty rotator cranes. These advanced tools and techniques allow us to handle these incidents safely and efficiently, getting you back on the road with minimal downtime.

If strong winds have taken a toll on your big rig, trust Big Rig Towing for professional recovery services.

When it comes to heavy lifting, having an expert rotator operator can make all the difference in getting the job done swiftly and safely.

For immediate 24/7 service, call Big Rig Towing & Recovery toll-free at (866) 398-7444.

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Precarious Situation? Give Us a Call

At Big Rig Towing, we’re not just called out to highway accidents with wreckage and broken rigs needing to be uprighted or towed. Sometimes, it’s a large piece of heavy equipment that finds itself in trouble.

Operating heavy machinery in unfamiliar or rugged terrain always comes with risks. This overturned steel loader ended up in an out-of-the-way location, demonstrating that recoveries often involve more than just hooking up machinery; it’s about the logistics of lifting and stabilizing heavy equipment. With our 75-ton sliding rotator and a heavy-duty sling, combined with a few safety adjustments, we successfully resolved the issue and got the loader back on its feet and ready for work.

Big Rig Towing offers more than just towing services for distressed rigs and heavy equipment. We have built a solid reputation for heavy lifting and moving. If you find yourself in a disabled or precarious situation, give Big Rig Towing a shout. Reach us toll-free at 1 (866) 398-7444. Our 24/7 dispatch service is always ready to assist.
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Heavy Equipment

Don’t Get Stranded

Being stranded on the side of the road can be extremely dangerous.

In the event of a breakdown, the stress can be overwhelming, especially on busy highways or in the dark of night. It’s crucial to seek safety by moving to an emergency lane or the hard shoulder. However, even these areas can be hazardous due to fast-moving traffic.

If you find yourself stranded, prioritize safety by pulling over as far to the right as possible. Staying inside your vehicle offers protection from potential collisions. In any breakdown scenario, vigilance is key. Remain in your vehicle and promptly call for towing assistance.

At Big Rig Towing, our team is highly skilled in traffic safety and recovery, ensuring the well-being of both our staff and customers during breakdown situations. We respond quickly to your location, providing towing and recovery services regardless of the weather or time of day.

For prompt assistance, call us toll-free at 1 (866) 398-7444. Stay safe and stay informed.
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Benefits of air cushion recovery

Air Bag RescueWhen it comes to towing heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and equipment, there are significant differences compared to towing smaller vehicles like cars, trucks, or SUVs. These types of heavy-duty vehicles require specialized equipment and expertise to ensure a safe and efficient recovery process. That’s why Big Rig Towing offers the option of air cushion recovery, a modern and state-of-the-art solution for up-righting rolled over trucks and trailer units. Air cushion recovery is a highly effective and safe solution for up-righting rolled over heavy-duty trucks and trailers.

How does air cushion recovery work? 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. This enables a crane to lift it into its upright position, ready for transport.

Air cushion recovery offers a range of benefits compared to traditional recovery methods. One of the main advantages is that it can be completed in a much shorter amount of time. This is due to the fact that air cushions can be inflated quickly and easily, reducing the overall recovery time.

Another benefit of air cushion recovery is that it eliminates the need for removing your cargo before lifting the truck. This is because the cushions are placed strategically under the overturned side of the vehicle, allowing it to be lifted without causing damage to the cargo. This is especially important when dealing with hazardous materials or fragile cargo.

Air cushion recovery also allows for vehicle removal in tight corners or in areas where uneven topography makes heavy-duty recovery impossible. This is because the cushions can be placed in a variety of positions, allowing for a more controlled and balanced lift.

 At Big Rig Towing, we are ready to handle all heavy-duty and emergency towing situations, offering 24/7 assistance to our customers. If you need towing assistance or would like to learn more about our services, please don’t hesitate to call us at 1 (866) 398-7444 today.

Big Rig Honours Friend & Employee Greg Smith on His Retirement

After over 40 years in the towing industry, Greg Smith is retiring to enjoy well deserved rest and relaxation with his wife , children and grandchildren. 

Our heartfelt gratitude for all your endless hours and infinite knowledge to help make the towing industry safer for all. 

On behalf of everyone past and present at Big Rig Towing & Recovery Ltd. we wish you a long adventurous and enjoyable retirement. 
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Professional Heavy-Duty Towing Services

BIG RIG TOWING & RECOVERY offers a wide range of heavy-duty towing and recovery services to get you back on the road as quickly as possible.
You can contact us for ALL your heavy towing and big rig needs. 

We provide the following services, but this is not the complete list!

  • Secure inside/outside storage facility
  • 12 and 24 Volt Boosts
  • Damage-free Under Reach Towing
  • Trailer Lifts
  • Coach, Motor home, Bus Towing
  • Flatbed, Semi-truck Towing
  • Winching
  • Equipment Hauling
  • Tractor Swaps
  • Tractor Service
  • Crane Service
  • And more…

Call Big Rig toll free at (866) 398-7444 for IMMEDIATE 24/7 service.
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Stuck in a rut? Big Rig can help!

The D9 Cat is an awesome 23 ft earth-moving bulldozer. Weighing in at anywhere from 8 to 104 tons, this giant can go almost anywhere and move almost anything. However, that kind of weight can also sink pretty fast into mud or soft earth if not kept on the move when trying to plow through it.

It isn’t very often you need help to get this Cat out of the mud, but every now and then even the D9 can get in over its head. Two of our biggest rigs had a hard time getting this Cat unstuck and back to work, but with skill and patience we accomplished the goal.

Anywhere, anytime, Big Rig Towing is available to service all of your heavy-duty towing and recovery requirements. Call (866) 398-7444.

 

We Don’t Tow Cars

Just because we don’t tow cars does not mean that we only tow big rigs.

If its heavy and needs to be moved from point A to point B professionally and carefully Big Rig Towing has moved just about everything.

This example of three Fork Lifts that needed to be moved from warehouse to warehouse is a perfect example.

Whether it’s farm equipment, excavators, bulldozers or even fork lifts we have towed them and more.

Call us 403-444-0009 to get an estimate on towing your heavy equipment.