Lumber & Timber Logistics
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From Forest Floor to Finished Project
Alberta’s forestry industry is a cornerstone of the provincial economy, requiring a logistics partner that understands the rugged demands of the bush and the precision of the sawmill. Freight Board provides expert transportation management for raw logs, dimensional lumber, and wood by-products. We bridge the gap between remote harvest sites and industrial processing hubs, ensuring your timber is moved safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with Alberta’s specialized hauling regulations.
Our Forestry & Wood Product Solutions
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We coordinate the specialized fleet required to handle the extreme weight and unique dimensions of timber products.
🔹Raw Log Hauling: Expert coordination of log pick-up from forest landings to mills, utilizing specialized trailers designed for heavy-duty off-road conditions.
🔹Dimensional Lumber Transport: Reliable flatbed and step-deck dispatch for bundles of kiln-dried spruce, pine, and fir (SPF) heading to retail or construction sites.
🔹Wood By-Product Logistics: Management of high-volume walking floor trailers and chip vans for sawdust, wood chips, and biomass energy products.
🔹Treated & Engineered Wood: Specialized handling for pressure-treated timber, LVL beams, and oversized structural wood components.
🔹Mill-to-Market Supply Chain: Seamless "middle-mile" transport from rural sawmills to major distribution centers across Western Canada.
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The Freight Board Logistics Services Advantage for Forestry
Winter Weight & Permit Expertise In Alberta, timber logistics change with the seasons. We understand the complexities of winter weight programs and specialized permitting. We only dispatch carriers who are experts in navigating resource roads and adhering to the Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) safety standards.
Rugged & Reliable Capacity The "bush" is no place for standard equipment. Our network includes carriers with reinforced trailers and experienced drivers who know how to handle the shifting loads and steep grades of forestry work.
Centralized Dispatch Hub Operating out of Wetaskiwin, we are perfectly positioned to manage the flow of wood products between the northern forests and the southern manufacturing and export hubs. We provide the constant communication required to keep your mill fed and your customers supplied.
High-frequency delivery and specialized handling are just a click away. Get a fast, transparent quote from our Wetaskiwin dispatch hub.