We must not underestimate the need for regularly reviewing heavy equipment moving methods. Technology advances frequently, new strategies come up, and costs can rise due to several factors. Frequently analyzing shipping and load moving methods is a great way to get the most value for your investments.
After experiencing a range of diverse ups, downs, and advancements in the shipping industry for over five decades, experts at Hovair Systems have come up with a brief guide to help those looking to avoid extra costs when shipping heavy loads.
Always Determine Which Factors Impact the Overall Costs
Various aspects help determine the estimated costs for load hauling. For instance, the equipment’s size may cause the number of people getting the loads ready for the journey, lifting, and operating the trucks to bring it to the destination to vary significantly.
Moreover, the type of equipment needed to move the load itself also impacts the overall cost. Factors such as the heavy loads requiring extra packaging to stay secure when in motion, the distance traveled, and other extra services can also raise costs.
Once you’re fully aware of all the potential cost drivers, you’ll be in better shape to explore ways to keep those aspects more manageable.
Look For Opportunities to Reduce the Load’s Weight and Size
Larger, uniquely shaped, and heavier loads are typically more expensive to haul. Consider disassembling the equipment to transport it in different hauls versus only one if you’re trying to employ cost-cutting measures.
Consult with the experts to get knowledgeable advice regarding ways of making the equipment weight and size more manageable. Depending on the state you’re hauling to and from, what constitutes heavy and large loads can vary. Before moving ahead with the haul, learn about the compliance laws. In some situations, it might seem counterintuitive to shop heavy loads across more than one haul, which may seem like a surprising way to reduce costs.
Pack Trailers and Trucks Tightly
If the concern isn’t about the load being overweight, you can save money by ensuring there’s no undesired space left on trailers or trucks. Many people fail to efficiently utilize the available space and end up paying more than necessary by making a greater number of trips to transport all the loads.
Take time to figure out the best ways to efficiently utilize the space because route-related expenses and fuel costs are likely to be similar regardless of whether the trailer has only one item or is packed to capacity. Paying close attention to aspects like weight, size, and shape makes it easier to figure out what fits where.
Invest in High-Duty Heavy Equipment Moving and Weight Management Solutions by Hovair Systems
If you’ve been paying for heavy equipment shipping, you might’ve lost sight of how the overall costs racked up quickly. Breaking down the associated costs and determining the frequency of trips may make you realize how you could’ve saved significant money by owning heavy equipment moving systems rather than relying on outside parties for each journey.
Hovair Systems offers premium quality heavy load handling systems, including lifting & rigging equipment, durable air bearings, air beams, industrial turntable systems, automated guided vehicles, vehicle turntables, air bearing modules, air caster weight management solutions, air compressor tools, air bearing kits, heavy load management devices, paper roll handling technology, automobile turntables, and many other innovative heavy load carriers for moving heavy machinery at cost-effective rates.
From awkward shaped or sized loads to heavy machinery and theater equipment, we’ve got a whole wide range of air-powered tools to complete the job at hand. You can rely on our air-powered solutions for moving the heaviest loads omni-directionally via ergonomic means of positioning to transport loads that otherwise require lots of force to move.
Give us a call or email us to schedule a free consultation. Our heavy mover experts will guide you throughout the process of making the best choices for heavy load handling systems.