Dry Van Shipping Services Across Canada
BellSill Transport LTD's dry van fleet offers the most versatile enclosed trailer freight solution in Canada. Protecting your cargo from weather, theft, and damage — from Edmonton to every province.
Canada's Most Versatile Freight Solution
Dry van shipping is the backbone of the Canadian trucking industry. Using fully enclosed, weatherproof trailers — typically 53 feet long and capable of carrying 45,000–48,000 lbs of cargo — dry van transport is the default choice for the vast majority of general freight moving across Alberta and Canada.
At BellSill Transport LTD, our modern dry van fleet is maintained to the highest standards. Every trailer is clean, dry, structurally sound, and equipped with e-track load securement systems. Whether you're shipping palletized consumer goods, bagged products, boxed merchandise, or general industrial cargo, our dry van service delivers your freight safely and on time.
Our Edmonton headquarters at 15615 45 St NW gives us direct access to Highway 16 (Yellowhead), Highway 2 (QEII), and Anthony Henday Drive — the main arteries connecting Alberta to the rest of Canada. This strategic location means faster transit times for shippers in the Edmonton Capital Region and throughout Alberta.
- 53-foot fully enclosed weatherproof trailers
- Capacity up to 45,000–48,000 lbs payload
- E-track and strap load securement
- Full truckload (FTL) and LTL options
- Canada-wide routes from Edmonton
- Real-time GPS tracking on all shipments
- 24/7 dispatch and customer support
- Cargo insurance included
- Driver assist loading/unloading available
- Team drivers available for time-critical runs
Cargo Types Suited to Dry Van Shipping
Dry van trailers are the most versatile freight solution, suitable for hundreds of commodity types
Consumer Goods & Retail
Packaged consumer goods, retail merchandise, clothing, electronics, appliances, and general retail products are perfectly suited to dry van transport. The enclosed trailer protects goods from dust, moisture, and UV exposure during transit.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Machine parts, industrial components, fabricated steel, plastic products, chemicals in approved packaging, rubber goods, and other manufactured items move safely in dry van trailers with proper load securement.
Agriculture & Food Products
Bagged grain, fertilizer, packaged food products, canned goods, pet food, and other ambient-temperature agricultural commodities ship efficiently in dry van trailers across the Canadian Prairies and beyond.
Construction Materials
Building materials that must stay dry — drywall, insulation, flooring, cabinetry, millwork, windows, doors, and pre-fabricated components — require the protection of an enclosed dry van trailer.
Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
Medical supplies, pharmaceutical products at ambient temperature, medical devices, PPE, and healthcare consumables ship in dry van trailers with strict chain-of-custody documentation and security measures.
Beverages & Packaged Liquids
Non-perishable beverages, bottled water, cleaning products, paint, lubricants, and other packaged liquid goods are safely transported in dry van trailers throughout Alberta and across Canada.
Why Choose BellSill Transport for Dry Van Shipping?
Modern, Well-Maintained Fleet
BellSill Transport's dry van trailers undergo rigorous pre-trip inspections and scheduled preventive maintenance. Our trailers are free of holes, leaks, and pest contamination — ensuring your cargo arrives in exactly the condition it left in. We never compromise on equipment quality.
Experienced, Professional Drivers
Our drivers hold valid Class 1 (AZ/DZ) licences, are certified in cargo securement, and undergo ongoing safety training. Many of our drivers have 10+ years of experience on Canadian highways including winter driving in Alberta's challenging conditions. You can trust BellSill's team to handle your freight professionally.
Competitive, Transparent Pricing
We offer upfront, all-inclusive pricing with no hidden fees. Our dry van freight quotes include fuel surcharges, tolls where applicable, and standard accessorial charges. We provide written confirmation of rates before pickup so you always know what to expect on your invoice.
Technology & Visibility
BellSill Transport's fleet management platform provides real-time GPS tracking, electronic logging (ELD compliance), and digital proof of delivery (ePOD). Shippers and consignees receive automated transit notifications, and our dispatch team is reachable 24/7 for status updates.
Flexible Scheduling
We accommodate both regular scheduled lanes and one-time spot loads. Our dispatch team can often provide same-day or next-day dry van service for urgent shipments in Alberta and short-haul western Canada lanes. Long-haul national shipments are typically dispatched within 24–48 hours.
Alberta-Wide Coverage
No Alberta destination is too remote for BellSill Transport. We serve urban centres like Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, and Lethbridge as well as rural communities, northern industrial camps, grain elevators, and agricultural operations throughout the province.
Standard Dry Van Trailer Specifications
Interior Length
53 feet (standard) / 48 feet available
Interior Width
8 feet 6 inches (102 inches)
Interior Height
9 feet (108 inches) interior clearance
Max Payload
45,000–48,000 lbs depending on trailer
Pallet Capacity
26–30 standard 48"×40" pallets
Security
Swing doors with pad-lock hasps, E-track rails, load bars
Dry Van Shipping — Frequently Asked Questions
Key Dry Van Freight Lanes — BellSill Transport
Edmonton ↔ Calgary
Daily dry van service on the QEII — Alberta's busiest freight corridor. Transit: Same day / Overnight.
Edmonton ↔ Vancouver
Scheduled dry van service via Yellowhead (Hwy 16) or Highway 1 through BC. Transit: 2–3 days.
Edmonton ↔ Toronto
Trans-Canada dry van runs via Winnipeg and Sudbury. Transit: 5–7 days.
Edmonton ↔ Saskatoon/Regina
Prairie dry van lanes via Highway 16 East. Transit: 1–2 days.
Edmonton ↔ Winnipeg
Highway 16 Yellowhead trans-Prairie dry van. Transit: 2–3 days.
Calgary ↔ All Provinces
Full dry van coverage from Calgary to BC, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and eastern Canada.