How to transport machinery and equipment safely

The transportation of machinery and equipment used by companies, industries, and agricultural producers requires some care and the use of appropriate equipment to ensure efficiency, safety, and economy. This process is complicated because it involves very large and heavy equipment. Therefore, it must be done cautiously, following some fundamental precautions that ensure the integrity of the parts and the safety of all involved.

The transportation of machinery and equipment requires careful planning, which includes choosing the best route and the most appropriate vehicle to transport each type of machine. In addition, it must be done carefully to ensure the integrity of the equipment. To do so, the labor must have adequate training, so that it is capable of handling, moving, and disassembling the parts correctly. After all, any mistake can end up damaging the machines and causing losses and serious accidents.

In this article, we will present the main measures that must be observed in order to transport machinery and equipment efficiently and safely.

Caring when choosing a vehicle

When it is time to define the vehicle that will be used to transport the machine or equipment, it is necessary to choose truck or trailer models compatible with the load and its weight. These vehicles can be flatbed trucks, open load trucks, dry and extensive load trucks, forklift trucks, munck trucks, crane trucks, among others.

When it is time to define the vehicle that will be used to transport the machine or equipment, it is necessary to choose truck models compatible with the load and its weight. In addition, pay attention to the vehicle’s condition and observe if it is in perfect condition to perform the task.

In some situations, adaptations will be necessary. If the load exceeds 30 tons, for example, you’ll need to reinforce your workhorses. In this way, it will be possible to avoid putting at risk the integrity of the cargo, the drivers, and other vehicles on the road.

Correct load distribution

The machines and equipment are quite large and heavy. Therefore, it is essential to observe the weight limit supported by the trailer or truck. In addition, the weight of these parts must be well distributed on the body. In this way it is possible to ensure the stability of the vehicle and prevent the load from shifting and causing damage. After all, if the objects slide during the trip, due to sudden braking or bad fastening, collisions with other machines or with the body itself can generate serious accidents.

The division of the load must be done in advance to ensure the stability of the truck and to prevent the machines from falling and causing accidents. To make an adequate distribution, it is necessary to divide the objects well along the entire length of the vehicle and tie them down with adequate equipment. Also observe the weight limit supported by the lashing straps.

Route Planning

Planning logistics in the transportation of machinery is fundamental to a fast, safe, and smooth journey. It involves a thorough evaluation of the routes that are most suitable for a safe journey, the road conditions, and the possible obstacles that may exist. The entire route must be well analyzed to avoid problems and delays due to unforeseen events.

Prepare the machinery

When transporting machinery and equipment, the speed of transport should be reduced to increase safety. Even when transporting within the same property, speed should be reduced to avoid accidents with other machines. In addition, it is important to make sure that their tank and repository are empty to reduce weight and avoid load swaying.

Track your cargo

With the use of technological systems, it is possible to track the entire route and monitor the cargo in real time, bringing more security to the process. Traceability also makes it possible to identify errors and propose corrective measures before major problems occur.

Use adequate lashing equipment

The use of adequate lashing equipment guarantees both the safety of the products transported and the integrity of the people involved in the operations.

Robustec’s Cargo Securing Line offers total safety, firmness and ease of movement for the most diverse types of cargo. Easy to handle, these products offer several assembly and capacity options, according to their application and the needs of each customer.

Robustec straps are 100% polyester and chemically treated for lower water absorption. They withstand temperatures ranging from -40°C to + 100°C and have anti-UV protection, resistant to sun rays. In addition, these accessories comply with Contran’s Norm 552, which prohibits the use of ropes and recommends the use of polyester belts.

Choose the right road implements

 

With the use of these road implements, it is possible to load and unload almost all the goods that can be placed on the truck chassis. This equipment brings solutions capable of optimizing the transportation of the most diverse types of loads with agility and practicality, allowing a wide flexibility in logistics and cost reduction.

Robustec road equipment brings more efficiency and speed to the transportation sector. The solutions include equipment such as dump buckets (bulk, half-cane, earthmoving, construction material, trencher, and the innovative trilateral bucket), dry cargo metal body, and Roll On Roll Off board. Mounted directly on the truck chassis, this compact equipment offers safety and robustness in the most varied applications, optimizing performance and reducing costs.

With these measures, you will be able to transport machinery and equipment much more efficiently and safely, thus avoiding accidents and serious damage.

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