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Load securing in machinery transport
A machine must be secured on the vehicle so that it does not slide, tip or move when braking, cornering or swerving. How this is achieved depends on design, weight and centre of gravity.
What matters
- Recognised rules
- Load securing follows recognised engineering rules such as VDI guideline 2700. Depending on their role, loader, driver and vehicle keeper are responsible.
- Blocking and lashing
- The machine is blocked against loads and tied down or directly lashed – depending on what the design allows.
- Lashing points on the machine
- Where the machine may be lashed is specified by the manufacturer. Sensitive covers are not lashing points.
- Anti-slip
- Anti-slip mats considerably reduce the securing force needed.
Planning questions
We clarify these points before quoting – the earlier they are known, the more precise the plan.
- Does the machine have designated lashing points?
- Which areas must not be loaded – covers, guideways, control panel?
- Does the machine stand on a base frame or on levelling feet?
- Does it travel packed or unpacked?
- Are there parts that could move despite transport locks?
What we need from you
- Photos of the base frame and possible lashing points
- Weight and centre of gravity
- Manufacturer's notes on securing
- Type of packaging
Preparation: You hand the machine over ready for transport – dismantling, later installation and commissioning are done by your team or the manufacturer's service.
What we do for you
What we organise
- Transport planned around dimensions, weight and route – with the right vehicle and secure load
- Loading, unloading and crane work organised alongside on request
- One contact who coordinates dates with you and the people on site
Good to know
A machine travels most safely when its axes and moving parts are fixed beforehand – then our load securing works at its best.
How it works
- 01
Request
You send route, date and machine details using the form below – anything unknown can stay open.
- 02
Review
Based on weight, design and lashing points we define how the machine is secured on the vehicle.
- 03
Quote
You receive a quote with the agreed scope – on request including loading and crane organisation.
- 04
Execution
Securing according to plan during loading, checks en route, releasing only at destination immediately before unloading.
Questions and answers: Load securing for machinery
Who is responsible for load securing?
Depending on their role: loader, driver and vehicle keeper. We plan securing according to recognised engineering rules such as VDI guideline 2700.
Does load securing replace the machine's transport locks?
No. Axes and moving parts must be fixed beforehand by your dismantling team; load securing holds the machine as a whole.
May the machine's enclosure be used for lashing?
No. Lashing only takes place at suitable points designated by the manufacturer or at the base frame.
Request
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Three steps. Anything you do not know yet can be left open.
Details for planning
- Photos of the base frame and possible lashing points
- Weight and centre of gravity
- Manufacturer's notes on securing
- Type of packaging