About Art Pape Transfer

In 1956, Art Pape purchased a small livestock hauling operation in Cascade, IA. Livestock was hauled from Eastern Iowa to the Chicago area. The business expanded when we began to haul steel back to Iowa in the livestock trailers. In the early 60’s we began hauling salt, fertilizer, and other bulk commodities. 

In 1965, Art Pape Transfer moved to Dubuque, IA, where we have been ever since. In 1978, Art retired; selling the business to three of his sons, Dave, Loras, and Allan. In the 80’s we transitioned away from the bulk business and focused entirely on van, flatbed, and specialized hauling. In 2006, Art Pape Transfer became a third generation business when Loras’s sons Chris & Jordan purchased the business.