Moving goods can be a delicate job, especially if the items are fragile or of a high value. However, by partnering with a specialist moves company, you can relax knowing your cargo is in safe hands.
Understanding your specialist product
Truly understanding a product is key to protecting it during transit and we don’t just mean knowing its intended end-use. Understanding its weight distribution, material composition, hidden vulnerabilities, and reaction to the natural elements are all part of the transportation service – and getting these wrong is not an option. Most abnormal loads are of high-value or one-of-a-kind leaving no room for errors when it comes to loading, transporting and installing at its final destination. A range of equipment may be needed to complete, from low loaders to crane trailers so having someone on hand who has everything in one place comes at an advantage.
What items need specialist transport?
Cargo that’s over-sized, out-of-gauge or just generally unusual can require a specialist transport company. Over the years, Welch’s Specialist Movements has been commissioned to move everything from laboratory equipment to small aircraft. Fully grown trees, motorway signage, robotics and tractors among others, are all considered abnormal loads and require a specialist moves company to get them from point A to point B. If you haven’t seen someone moving a product like yours along the motorway, the likelihood is you have an abnormal load on your hands that needs a company with unrivalled specialist movement expertise.
If you’re unsure of the requirements to move your cargo, it’s always advised to do additional research and speak to a number of transport companies before making a decision.
Other considerations for a specialist movement company
Considering a specialist movement company shouldn’t just be based on their ability to load and unload your product. Moving abnormal loads requires plenty of coordination with a number of authorities, especially if the cargo is excessively long or wide. Extra-wide loads, for example, may spill over two lanes of traffic and therefore require an escort vehicle to keep other road users safe. Similarly, longer products will need more space to turn corners and again will require escort vehicles for the safety of others.
Road closures may also be necessary, especially in more urban areas, which could require a police presence. Therefore, careful mapping of your route, expected departure and arrival times and journey length is imperative to minimise disruption where possible.
If you believe you need a specialist movements company to transport your unusual cargo get in touch with Welch’s Specialist Movements and we’ll happily discuss your requirements, answering any questions you may have. Find our contact details here.