We subcontract all our haulage needs, which affords us the freedom and flexibility to select the most suitable vehicle for each job. With the vast array of vehicles available today we are equipped to handle even the most challenging tasks.
The delivery and pick-up of shipping containers can be fraught with potential hazards. Our dedicated transport team works diligently to prevent problems from occurring. We apply the highest standard of professionalism to every aspect of our work including the transportation of your containers. To ensure the delivery runs smoothly and is stress-free , we have compiled a list of potential issues and ask you to complete our checklist, as much for your sake as well as ours.
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We try to remove the stress from the delivery process both for yourselves and for us. Please therefore be aware of the following pitfalls that can occur.
Delivery Road and Entrance Access
Bearing in mind the vehicle could be as wide as 9ft and as long as 60 ft , is the entrance into the drive wide enough? Are there any low hanging tree branches? How wide is the road into the entrance?
Access Requirements
It is important to notify us about any barriers restricting access to the delivery or collection location . While we are usually able to navigate difficult environments , it helps to know in advance about anything that could be blocking or restricting access, such as walls, buildings, overhead cables or tree branches.
Soft or Uneven Ground/ Container positioning
Most hauliers will not go over soft, uneven ground or grass due to the weight of the vehicle combined with that of the container. However solutions can be found so please advise us in advance if this is the case. If the container is placed on uneven ground the container doors will become racked and difficult if not impossible to open. Please therefore ensure you open and close the doors before the driver leaves the site. While he is there he can use his crane to adjust the levels by placing something under one of the corner castings .
Container Positioning /Access Space for the Container
Please bear in mind the haulage vehicle will have to extend its outriggers in order to stabilise the vehicle during the off load. The vehicle is around 9ft wide and the outriggers will extend by around 6 to 8ft. That will necessitate an area of around 16 to 17 ft to enable the safe off load. Please ensure there are no overhead cables or Tree branches that could hinder the positioning of the container.
Other potential problems are:
- Any low bridges
- Weight restrictions
- Main road parking restrictions
- Time restrictions
Will you need a risk assessment? If so, these are chargeable.
PLEASE NOTE:
If for any of the above reasons the delivery cannot take place when the driver arrives on site they will still charge for the aborted journey. So please advise if you have any concerns and we can hopefully sort them out beforehand.
Conclusion:
By proactively addressing these potential challenges, you can ensure a smoother delivery process for your shipping container. Prioritize assessing access routes, clearing obstacles, preparing the ground, and allowing for any necessary additional space. Clear communication with the delivery company can also help in anticipating and mitigating any potential issues that may arise.
For further assistance or to discuss specific delivery requirements, feel free to contact us.
