A lowbed trailer is a special type of trailer. Its low chassis height is suitable for transporting taller and heavier equipment and machinery. Widely used in transportation in industry, construction and transportation. Such as large construction machinery, excavators, loaders, generator sets, engineering vehicles, etc. Follow these steps when transporting heavy equipment on a low bed trailer:
Determine Shipping Needs
Before transporting heavy equipment on a low bed trailer, you need to know more about the size, weight and special shipping requirements of the equipment. This includes the length, width, height, weight and shape of the device. At the same time, it is also necessary to understand the transportation route, road conditions, restrictions and regulatory requirements between the origin and destination to ensure compliant transportation.
Choosing the Right Lowbed Trailer
Depending on the size and weight of your equipment, choose the right low bed trailer. Lowbed trailers usually come in different types and specifications, including lowbed trailer, lowboy trailer, RGN trailer. Choose low-bed trailers with different axle numbers and carrying capacity according to the specifications of the heavy goods being transported.
Lowbed Trailer
Lowboy Trailer
RGN Trailer
Conduct Route Reconnaissance
Before actual transportation, it is a very important step to conduct route survey. Survey transportation routes to understand road conditions. Including road width, height restrictions, bridge load-bearing capacity, road slope, etc. During the survey process, it is also necessary to pay attention to whether there are obstacles, intersections, corners, signs of height and width restrictions, etc. Make sure the low bed trailer can pass safely.
Carry out Loading and Securing
When loading heavy equipment, relevant safety operating procedures need to be followed. Use suitable loading equipment such as cranes, slings, supports. Slowly place the equipment on the low bed trailer and make sure the equipment is securely fastened to the trailer. Prevent movement or shaking during transport.
Conduct Trial Run
It is a common practice to carry out trial shipments before official shipments. During the trial run, the stability of the equipment on a low-bed trailer can be tested. Check that the connection between the equipment and the trailer is tight to ensure that the equipment can be transported safely. If any problems are found during the trial operation, solve them in time, and make adjustments and repairs.
Handle the Necessary Transport Permits and Formalities
Depending on local regulations and shipping requirements, some shipping permits and formalities may be required. Including overweight permits, driving permits, police escorts, etc. Before shipping, make sure that all necessary permits and formalities have been completed. Avoid transportation delays due to incomplete procedures.
Carry out Safe Transportation
During actual transportation, traffic regulations and safe operating procedures should always be followed. The driver should have sufficient driving experience and skills, and be familiar with the operation of low bed trailers and trucks. During driving, special attention should be paid to road conditions and driving safety. Avoid dangerous operations such as sudden braking and sharp turns. Ensure that the equipment is transported safely and stably to the destination.
Uninstall
After arriving at the destination, a safe uninstallation of the device is required. Safely remove equipment from the low bed trailer using proper tools and practices. Make sure that the device is stable and controlled during the unloading process. Check and confirm the equipment after unloading to ensure that the equipment has not been damaged during transportation.
Clean and Maintain
After unloading the equipment, the low bed trailer should be cleaned and maintained. This includes cleaning residue from trailers, inspecting and maintaining trailer equipment and accessories. Make sure your low bed trailer is in good shipping condition for your next use.
Archive and Summary
After the transportation is completed, the transportation process should be archived and summarized. Including recording the time of transportation, route, transportation distance, equipment status, transportation permits and procedures and other information.
Summarize
Transporting heavy equipment on a low bed trailer requires careful preparation and careful handling. From equipment preparation and loading, to safe driving and unloading operations during transportation, safety operating procedures and local regulations need to be strictly followed. Only by ensuring that the equipment is stable and safe during transportation can the heavy equipment be transported to the destination smoothly.
