Types of Heavy Machinery We Specialise in Moving

As you know, heavy machinery plays a crucial role in various industries, from construction sites to energy facilities and manufacturing plants. These heavy machines are essential for completing various tasks and moving heavy loads, but transporting them is often a significant challenge – that is where machinery transport comes in. For instance, our team of expert heavy machinery movers specialises in transporting different types of equipment efficiently and safely across the UK and the world and understand how to use all our moving equipment, from hydraulic rams, telescopic booms, our telescopic handlers to our cranes and lifts for instance. So, whether it is a smaller-scale move or a large project, for construction vehicles like front loaders, mobile cranes, dump trucks, or backhoe loaders, or industrial machinery like CNC machines and Gantry cranes, to other common types of heavy equipment, we have the skills and equipment to move even the most complex machines to their new location – be it a long or short distance – we have the skills and equipment to handle all main type of heavy equipment and machine moves from small to large quantities as well.

Construction Equipment

For instance, in the construction industry, moving heavy construction equipment really is key for keeping your construction projects and construction tasks on track, and we understand that. From wheel loaders, boom lifts, tarmac / asphalt pavers, road construction equipment, cranes, concrete mixers, and motor graders, our machinery movers are experienced in safely transporting construction materials and heavy loads. So, whether navigating rough terrain, work sites, your construction process, or confined spaces, our team is more than capable of making sure that your equipment is delivered securely to your building projects when you need it. Here, for instance, the types of heavy construction equipment we can help with moving or supplying:

• Excavator
• Bulldozer
• Backhoe Loader
• Wheel Loader
• Grader
• Trencher
• Skid Steer Loader
• Tower Crane
• Articulated Dump Truck
• Digging Buckets
• Mobile Crane
• Asphalt Paver
• Concrete Mixer Truck
• Compactor
• Dragline Excavator
• Skid steer loaders and compact track loaders
• Cold Planers
• Hydraulic Hammer
• Compact Track and Multi-Terrain Loader
• Earthmoving Equipment
• Mini Excavator
• Pile Driver
• Forklift
• Asphalt Layers
• Dump Truck
• Telehandler
• Road Roller
• Plate Compactor
• Tunnel Boring Machine

Agricultural Machinery

For the agriculture sector, we regularly move everything from tractors to wheel tractor scrapers and any piece of heavy equipment in between. Consequently, our moving service ensures that these machines are handled with care, all while reducing your downtime and allowing your farms to keep operating and running smoothly as a result. Here, for instance, the type of equipment we can help with moving or supplying:

• Tractor
• Combine Harvester
• Seeder
• Baler
• Plough
• Sprayer
• Rotary Tiller
• Crop Duster
• Planter
• Silage Harvester
• Manure Spreader
• Disc Harrow
• Mower Conditioner
• Mulcher
• Agri-Drone
• Chisel Plough
• Row Crop Cultivator
• Feller Buncher
• Chain Trenchers
• Wheel Trenchers
• Grain Cart
• Corn Picker
• Windrower

Industrial Machinery

Factories and manufacturing plants rely on heavy industrial machinery like CNC machines and stamping presses. We also know that heavy lifting and careful disassembly, especially of tall structures, are often required when transporting these machines, and our team provides customised solutions for moving your pieces of equipment safely and efficiently as a result. Here, for instance, the type of equipment we can help with moving or supplying:

• Forklift
• Overhead Crane
• Scissor Lift
• Conveyor Belt System
• Hydraulic Press
• Injection Moulding Machine
• CNC Machine
• Laser Cutter
• 3D Printer
• Material Handler
• Extruder
• Robotic Arm
• Pipe Bender
• Sheet Metal Roller
• Heat Exchanger
• Industrial Shredder
• Pallet Jack
• Aerial Work Platforms
• Hydraulic Lift
• Power Generator
• Compressor

Mining Equipment

For mining operations, these often require the movement of heavy and cumbersome equipment like haul trucks, draglines, and crushers foir different tasks and various purposes as well. As a result, our specialised movers understand the complexities involved in transporting these heavy machines, and as a result, we can offer the right combination of lifting equipment and trailers to handle even the heaviest and largest machines over long distances for you. Here, for instance, the type of equipment we can help with moving or supplying:

• Mining Truck
• Drill Rig
• Hydraulic Shovel
• Dragline Excavator
• Continuous Miner
• Longwall Miner
• Roof Bolter
• Bucket-Wheel Excavator
• Rock Breaker
• Underground Loader
• Mine Shuttle Car
• Blasthole Drill
• Jaw Crusher
• Conveyor System
• Haul Truck
• Grizzly Feeder
• Flotation Cell
• Ball Mill
• Highwall Miner
• Ore Hauler

Energy Sector Machinery

Power generation facilities and other similar large-scale projects also need heavy machinery, powerful tools of various sizes, and multiple pieces of heavy equipment – such as turbines, transformers, and generators to be transported safely for specific uses on heavy-duty vehicles as well. Consequently, as a heavy equipment operator we specialise in moving these types of heavy materials with minimal risk, using our articulated haulers / articulated trucks, and can bring the correct pieces of equipment to hand, to make sure these are delivered easily as well. Here, for instance, the type of equipment we can help with moving or supplying:

• Wind Turbine
• Solar Panel Installer
• Transformer
• Gas Turbine
• Steam Turbine
• Drill Rig
• Oil Derrick
• Pumpjack
• Pipeline Trencher
• Hydroelectric Turbine
• Power Substation
• Generator Set
• Thermal Plant Boiler
• Fracking Equipment
• Coal Conveyor System
• Offshore Oil Rig
• Subsea ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle)
• Heat Recovery System
• Compressor Station
• Electric Excavator

Specialised Transporters

We also regularly handle oversized loads, such as wind turbine components and aerospace machinery, and work on surfaces of many types from flat surfaces to bumpy ones. As a result, our fleet includes flatbeds, rear axle trailers, machine skates, and other moving machines designed for carrying wide loads and heavy construction equipment with ease – even on uneven terrain.

Safety Measures

It isn’t just about moving the machine to move materials from one location to another; it’s about making sure it is down to guidelines, and safety is also our priority. For instance, we can use Toe Jacks, Gantry Cranes, Skid Steer Loaders, and other specialised tools to ensure the safe movement of machinery – adhering to strict safety measures at all times while we do so. So, whether working in tight spaces or managing heavier loads, our machine movers are really committed to ensuring that every machine reaches its destination securely as well.

Tailored Moving Solutions & Project Management

Every job is different, and we understand that. Consequently, our expert project managers work closely with you to develop a customised moving service that meets your specific needs. From helping to evaluate the load capacity of your equipment, making sure that there are no loose materials in transport, to ensuring the best route for material handling, including liaising with local authorities, we will ensure your machinery is transported as efficiently as it can be as a result.

Types of Heavy Machinery We Specialise in Moving Final Thoughts

With years of experience and the right equipment for any challenge, our specialised heavy machinery movers really are your trusted partners in transporting essential machinery for various industries across the UK. So, whether you need to move construction equipment or relocate industrial machinery, every piece of equipment we handle we are here to make sure your project stays on track. So, trust us to handle your machinery safely, ensuring smooth and secure delivery to any building construction or job site. Contact our team today to see how we can help you.