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How to Move a Vertical Milling Machine
MARCH 4, 2021Transporting your vertical milling machine is no simple task. At thousands of pounds, your machine will need to be moved with the utmost care. You need to obtain the right tools, take the necessary precautions and secure your machine correctly. When in doubt, it’s best to call the equipment transportation professionals to get the job done safely. How…
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Why It’s Okay to Buy Used Machinery
JANUARY 23, 2021If you need equipment for a new project or want to build out your fleet, it’s tempting to look at new equipment. But if the latest equipment models are outside your budget, consider buying a used machine. Many people hesitate when it comes to used equipment, but there are many benefits of buying your machinery…
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Safety Tips for Hauling Industrial Equipment
NOVEMBER 20, 2020Your business relies on heavy-duty equipment for construction jobs, roadwork, manufacturing efforts and beyond. It’s often necessary to transport machinery and vehicles from point A to point B, so hauling procedures come into play for smooth operations. Driving safe with heavy loads can be the difference between remaining efficient and causing a fatal accident. This…
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How to Prepare Heavy Equipment for Transportation
AUGUST 29, 2020Whether you’re on the farm or on the construction site, having the right equipment for the job is essential. In some cases, this means transporting equipment from one storage facility or job site to another. Transporting heavy equipment is an involved process that requires careful planning and execution. There are a few necessary steps you…
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Guide to Hauling Industrial & Manufacturing Machines
JULY 30, 2020Moving industrial equipment is a process with many necessary steps that you must complete to ensure the load is transported safely and effectively with as little downtime as possible. If you need rigging services in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware or New Jersey, come to the professionals at Equip Trucking. Read more about our heavy machine hauling…
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How to Properly Store and Maintain Your Heavy Equipment and Machinery
JUNE 8, 2020Your heavy equipment and machinery represent a large investment, and you need it to stay in good condition to continue running your company. However, improperly storing equipment leaves it susceptible to wear and tear, breakdowns and internal and external damage. Even minor damage or a short breakdown can lead to a high price tag and…
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The Ultimate Safety Guide to Hoisting and Rigging Heavy Machinery
MAY 8, 2020Moving heavy materials from point A to point B is vital for the efficiency of any operation working with massive loads — construction materials, pipes, shipping containers, building structures and more. But lifting and rigging procedures demand trained and skilled workers to ensure a safe environment. Your crew should be aware of the different hazards…
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Safety Advice for Loading and Unloading Heavy Equipment
MARCH 13, 2020Loading, transporting and unloading heavy loads are dangerous tasks that can cause serious injuries or even fatalities if proper care isn’t taken. Workers loading and unloading trucks have to watch for falling heavy objects, as well as potential hazards that could cause spills or injuries. Following the right safety advice before moving heavy machinery can…
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Tips for Choosing a Heavy Equipment Transport Company
FEBRUARY 14, 2020Getting a piece of heavy equipment from point A to point B might seem like a straightforward task, but anyone who has experience in this area can tell you that it can be filled with challenges and complexities. Before you assign the job of transporting your valuable assets your business relies on to remain productive…
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Rules and Regulations for Oversize and Heavy Loads
JANUARY 17, 2020Roadways are generally made with standard vehicles in mind, but they are also used to haul things like lumber, construction equipment, mobile homes and other large loads. When you need to move something that either takes up more of the roadway or exerts more weight on the roadway than is typically allowed, then you’ll need…
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