Side access
The curtain can retract to support eligible loading or unloading from the side of the deck.
Retractable-tarp freight coordination
Access plus cargo protection
Roll Tite services for freight that needs open access and covered transport
Coordinate eligible freight using rolling-tarp equipment that can open for side, rear or overhead loading and close around the cargo for transportation. Instant Logistics reviews the load, loading method, protection needs, route and site conditions before confirming the service.
- Side and overhead access
- Retractable tarp enclosure
- Shipment-specific securement
- Canada–U.S. coordination
Overhead access
Selected configurations may support crane or overhead loading when the equipment and site allow it.
Covered movement
The retractable tarp closes around the deck to reduce exposure during transportation.
Important distinction
The rolling tarp provides cover. It does not replace cargo securement.
The enclosure and the securement system perform different jobs. Cargo still needs to be positioned and secured according to its characteristics, the equipment and applicable requirements.
- Confirm weight distribution and deck compatibility.
- Select appropriate tie-downs, blocking, bracing or other securement methods.
- Check that the loaded profile fits within the equipment and route constraints.
- Close and inspect the retractable system only after the load is ready.
What the tarp system can do
Provide retractable cover around eligible cargo while preserving open-deck loading access before the system is closed.
What still requires confirmation
Cargo securement, dimensions, weight, deck loading, tarp clearance, route, site access and operating conditions.
Equipment decision
When Roll Tite service may fit—and when another trailer may be better
Equipment should be selected from the shipment profile, not from a general preference for covered or open-deck freight.
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Potential Roll Tite fit
- Freight benefits from side, rear or overhead loading access.
- Cargo needs retractable cover during transport.
- The loaded dimensions fit the selected rolling-tarp equipment.
- Securement can be completed without interfering with the enclosure.
- Pickup and receiving sites can accommodate the equipment.
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Consider another option
- Freight requires a sealed dry van or controlled interior environment.
- Cargo exceeds the usable equipment profile or tarp clearance.
- The site cannot accommodate the loading method or trailer configuration.
- The load requires a lower deck, different axle configuration or specialized permits.
- Product characteristics require another form of containment or handling.
Freight profiles
Cargo commonly reviewed for rolling-tarp transportation
These are examples, not automatic approvals. Exact dimensions, weight, packaging, securement and equipment availability must be reviewed.
Building products
Bundled lumber, manufactured components and eligible materials that benefit from side loading and covered movement.
Confirm packagingMachinery and equipment
Eligible units that fit the trailer profile and can be loaded, positioned and secured without obstructing the tarp system.
Confirm dimensionsSteel and fabricated products
Eligible fabricated assemblies and packaged steel products reviewed for deck loading, securement and protection needs.
Confirm securementCrated industrial freight
Crated or packaged freight that needs open loading access but does not require a sealed or temperature-controlled trailer.
Confirm handling
Before the curtain closes
Four conditions to confirm before movement
A useful quote and a workable loading plan depend on accurate cargo and site information supplied before capacity is requested.
Cargo profile
Commodity, pieces, packaging, length, width, height, total weight and centre of gravity when relevant.
Loading method
Forklift, crane, rear loading, side loading, overhead access and any required site equipment.
Securement plan
Tie-down points, blocking, bracing, edge protection and other load-specific considerations.
Trailer clearance
Loaded dimensions, tarp travel, interior frame, deck position and route limitations.
Coordination workflow
From cargo data to a confirmed Roll Tite plan
Each stage narrows the equipment and operating requirements before dispatch.
Define the shipment
Share the commodity, packaging, dimensions, weight, quantity and requested dates.
Review both sites
Confirm loading and unloading methods, appointments, clearances and site restrictions.
Assess equipment
Evaluate deck profile, rolling-tarp clearance, securement and available carrier capacity.
Confirm the movement
Align responsibilities, timing, communication and any specialized requirements before dispatch.
Frequently asked questions
Roll Tite services FAQ
Clear answers about equipment access, weather protection, securement, cargo fit and service availability.
What is a Roll Tite trailer?
A Roll Tite trailer uses a retractable tarp and frame system around an open deck. The system can open to provide loading access and close around eligible cargo for covered transportation.
Is Roll Tite service the same as dry van transportation?
No. Roll Tite equipment combines open-deck access with a retractable cover, while a dry van uses a fixed enclosed body. Freight requiring a sealed or controlled interior may be better suited to dry van or refrigerated equipment.
Does the rolling tarp replace cargo securement?
No. The tarp system provides cover around the load, but the cargo must still be positioned and secured using methods appropriate to the commodity, equipment and applicable requirements.
What freight can move on Roll Tite equipment?
Eligible building products, machinery, fabricated products, packaged steel and crated industrial freight may be reviewed. Suitability depends on dimensions, weight, loading method, securement, clearance, route, sites and available equipment.
Can a Roll Tite trailer be loaded from the side or overhead?
Many rolling-tarp configurations can open for side loading, and selected equipment may support overhead access. The exact trailer design, cargo and site conditions must be confirmed before booking.
Do Roll Tite services guarantee weatherproof transportation?
No absolute weatherproof guarantee should be assumed. The retractable enclosure reduces exposure, but cargo condition, packaging, equipment condition, closure, weather and operating circumstances still matter. Protection requirements must be stated and confirmed.
Can you coordinate Roll Tite freight between Canada and the United States?
Canada–U.S. Roll Tite requests can be reviewed subject to eligible cargo, suitable equipment, carrier capacity, route, documentation and confirmed customs responsibilities. Customs brokerage is not automatically included unless specifically arranged.
Start with the loaded dimensions
Build the Roll Tite plan before equipment is booked
Send the commodity, dimensions, weight, packaging, loading method, full addresses and requested dates. Instant Logistics can review the shipment and coordinate an appropriate transportation option around the confirmed requirements.