When organizing oversized transportation, not only the applicable traffic rules and legal requirements regarding acceptable transport parameters, but also the entire logistics process have to be considered. Starting from the selection of the carrier and the selection of vehicles to the planning of loading and delivery time frames. Obtaining the appropriate permit is the first step in organizing the entire enormous process of transporting oversized cargo.
The following conditions are taken into account when planning the transportation:
- type, nature of cargo, its weight and dimensions, which will determine the selection of suitable vehicle;
- road infrastructure;
- the route with potential obstructions;
- applicable transportation rules;
- gross weight and total weight of vehicles or vehicle combinations permitted on the roads over which transportation is to be carried out.
The preparation stage is of particular importance. Oversized transport requires performing many steps already at the phase of order planning. First of all, a detailed analysis of the route is important, taking into account the width of the road, the sharpness of corners, the height of viaducts and bridges. It is better to plan such a route for nighttime so as not to interfere with traffic during the day. Sometimes it is also required to notify the relevant authorities about the route of movement, if oversized transport requires road blocking, removal of signs. In some cases, it is also necessary to escort the cargo, to monitor the progress of transport, report possible obstructions along the way and even direct the traffic.
Oversized transportation requires a specialized fleet (as a rule, these are tractors with appropriate low-bed semi-trailers) and an individual approach to each order. However, transport and logistics companies must have not only serviceable transport, but also experienced drivers. Skills in planning of routes, composure, stress management, and maintenance of concentration for long stretches are very important features of a large vehicle driver.
The cost of services of professionals is determined in each particular case at the stage of preliminary consultation. The final cost is formed taking into account a number of aspects. The Company's managers will promptly answer any further questions regarding the price or other nuances.
We remind you that any difficulties a carrier encounters along the way threaten not only the risk of delays, but also an increase in transportation costs. That is why oversized transportation is very often arranged for the nighttime, so as not to interfere with other road users.
If it turns out that, due to its specifics, the vehicle or a combination of vehicles are not able to overcome obstructions on the way, then a different route will have to be selected.