Mega Moving Management: The Main Steps of Super-Heavy Hauling

The Energy Department’s Super Truck initiative has enabled the efficient transportation of super-heavy loads across state lines and reduced the dependence on air freight to haul extra-large objects, saving the supply chain millions of dollars worth of fuel and time.

Here’s how you can use this trend to your advantage through planning and Hovair Systems‘ material handling equipment.

Qualify for Super-Heavy Hauling

Gross Combination Weight (GCW) is the truck’s total weight combined with the trailer’s total weight—freight included. If the GCW rating is above 254,000–300,000 lbs, it’s considered super-heavy.

There are several variables to this equation. Not all loads are equally sized, so you might have to take down the width or height of your load before applying for heavy hauling. Essentially, get all your ducks in a row to save time and manage a smooth haul.

Plan Your Route

The weight, size, and dimensions of your load can change the route of its journey. Plan your route according to:

• Terrain: Know all the terrain on your journey. Take note of all types of roads, their grades, whether residential or commercial, urban or rural, and so on.
• Obtain Permits: Get clearance to carry your haul across state lines. Some roads can’t bear more than 500,000 lbs., so you might not get a permit. Avoid a last-minute detour by planning.
• Plan for the Unplanned: Unforeseen circumstances like poor weather conditions or road accidents might delay the journey. Leave plenty of time cushion to manage timely delivery.

Explore Trailer Solutions

Super-heavy trailer solutions are rare, so you shouldn’t spend more time than you have to on this step. Keep in mind the following when considering your super-heavy hauling transport:

• Cargo: dimensions, weight, and whatnot.
• The people, if any, traveling with the freight.
• The safety record of the trailer company.
• Time management history.

Don’t settle on a trailer solution because they can accommodate your super-heavy haul. Choose them because they come highly recommended and have a great track record to show for it.

Take Your Time on the Heavy Load Handling Systems

Before a semi-trailer truck can deliver your load to point B, you must ensure it’s safely loaded on the trailer at point A. You can hire a company to transport your super-heavy haul, but you’re better off purchasing heavy equipment movers for loading it.

Where heavy loads are concerned, not just any lifting and rigging equipment would do. You must ensure proper handling by choosing heavy machinery lifting equipment supporting your load’s weight, size, and dimensions and have trained personnel available to operate the system safely and efficiently.

Visit Hovair Systems to explore heavy load moving machinery for loading and getting your ultra-heavy haul on the road. Browse lifting and rigging equipment and heavy-duty transporters designed to support more than 300 tons with the help of air bearing moving systems.

Get in touch to discuss custom options for super-heavy handling.