How is special equipment transported?
Almost all specialized equipment is oversized in terms of cargo transportation, which creates certain difficulties during its transportation. Therefore, specialized vehicles are usually used to move this category of equipment. In most cases, trains are used as such – a universal solution to the problem at hand, a platform car Transportation of equipment throughout Russia carried out by the Gruz-Dostavka company, they carry out their work with full responsibility, provide ideal service and guarantee high-quality transportation of all your goods.
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As already mentioned, the best way to transport oversized specialized and industrial equipment is to use trawls. These vehicles are semi-trailers with a low frame.
Trolleybuses are ideal for transporting specialized equipment that is not designed to travel on highways or has a low self-propelled speed, as semi-trailers can carry entire loads without the need for disassembly.
In addition, the trawl is characterized by high power equipment. This is useful for modern or complex industrial equipment. It is very important that transportation is carried out without causing damage to the cargo.
The carrying capacity of different types of trawls can vary widely. Therefore, experts prescribe vehicles.
- Lightweight – 20-25 tons;
- Average – 25-45 tons;
- Heavy – 45-110 tons;
- Super heavy – 110 tons or more.
Stages and rules for transporting special equipment
We transport all types of special equipment and provide the most suitable vehicles and professional drivers to ensure the safety of the cargo and compliance with the agreed delivery times.
Our experts act according to a clearly defined algorithm, which includes seven stages, four of which are preparatory
- Cargo assessment. Specialists are sent to use the client to assess the type, size, weight and design features of special equipment. Then, based on the data obtained, a vehicle, additional devices and forklifts are selected. This approach also prepares the transport to ensure the dismantling of body kits and protruding elements;
- Route Development. Not all roads permit the transportation of large, oversized cargo. Therefore, our logistics department develops routes taking into account the parameters of specialized equipment and excludes roads that are impassable due to overpasses, bridges, utility lines, and other obstacles.
- Document Preparation. The transportation of oversized cargo is carried out only with the permission of government agencies, such as regional and local traffic police, the Central Ministry of Internal Affairs, and the Main Directorate of Internal Affairs. We are required to coordinate routes and permits with authorities and law enforcement agencies, including the need to provide escort vehicles.
- Lowboy Provision. After the route has been approved and permission has been received, a tractor-trailer of the required load capacity is delivered to the site where the specialized equipment to be transported is located. Any necessary additional equipment and personnel will also be brought here. The client is informed in advance of the transportation time.
- Loading of specialized equipment. The cargo platform is loaded using ladders and winches. This is necessary if the platform is not equipped without additional assistance. In some cases, an additional loader may be required. You can rent it from us;
- Transportation of specialized equipment. Cargo of this category is transported by trawlers along pre-planned and approved routes. In this case, the vehicles are equipped with special signs, plates, and beacons. Furthermore, the vehicle carrying the cargo is escorted by a road patrol vehicle;
- Unloading technology. This process is similar to the loading process. After the platform is lowered, a ladder is attached, and the equipment leaves the main unit, either independently or with the help of a forklift.
Transportation by tow truck
This type of service, which involves specialized equipment, is in high demand among sole proprietors and small businesses with only a small amount of oversized equipment. The advantage of tow trucks is that they are faster and easier to operate than trawlers. They are also less expensive to rent.
Modern tow trucks used to solve this problem are typically divided into three types.
- The cable is equipped with a winch;
- With hydraulic manipulators;
- With partial tractor load.
Regardless of the type of tow truck, the development and approval of routes laid along roads and paths that do not cross overhead structures or bridges and do not have steep inclines also applies to transportation by this type of equipment.
First of all, there are several important aspects to keep in mind when using a tow truck:
- The car must be registered with the traffic police;
- The company providing the tow truck must obtain a license from the Ministry of Transport, allowing the transportation of special equipment.
Useful tips
The cost of transporting specialized equipment can be reduced by using some simple methods that allow the use of elevated roads or sections of public roads with bridges. This doesn’t always work, but in some cases it can be very useful knowledge.
So, if special equipment equipped with a wheeled chassis is being transported, then pre-deflated wheels or their dismantling can remove the entire load or, at least, reduce its height and allow it to pass under bridges.
When using hydraulic semi-trailers to transport special equipment, the overall load height can be reduced by draining the oil from the trawler’s hydraulic system. Thus, a deficiency of a few centimeters can be “conquered.” If we are talking about trailers with air suspension, then the problem is solved by lowering the cushion.
If you want to quickly and efficiently transport special equipment and minimize economic and time costs, contact us. We will organize everything for you in the shortest possible time and with a company guarantee.
