Intermodal Steel Services

At Clarke Transport we ship virtually all types of general freight. However, along with our general commodities, Clarke has also has developed an industry leading specialization in the movement of steel. We have dedicated flatbed capacity to make pickups and deliveries, and we are certified to ship steel via Intermodal containers with both CN and CP. We have dedicated equipment to load and unload heavy coils and our staff is trained and certified to handle steel in our terminal locations all across the country. Our unique approach to handling steel makes us a great cost-effective alternative to over-the-road solutions.

Main types of steel handled:

  • Slitters – thinner layered steel usually strapped together on skids. The average weights are from 3,500 - 8,000 lbs.Vertical skidded coil all shipped on skids. The average weights can be between 8,000 and 20,000lbs.
  • Horizontal shipped coils non-skidded 3-5ft in length: these coils require bunks or 3x3s placed on the devices for container handling.
  • Horizontal shipped coils non-skidded 1-2 feet in length: these coils require bunks spacers and 3x3s placed on the devices for container handling.
  • To learn about our services please email us at steel@clarketransport.com or call 905-291-3000 and speak to customer service.