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Shipping Modular Foundry Ovens: A Guide
Assessment & Planning
- Detailed Dimensions & Weight: Obtain precise measurements (length, width, height) and weight of each oven module, including centre of gravity details.
- Disassembly Assessment: Determine if disassembly is necessary, documenting all components and their dimensions/weights. Consider cost-effectiveness.
- Port Selection: Identify suitable UK ports for oversized/out-of-gauge (OOG) cargo, considering proximity and equipment availability.
- Route Survey: Assess the entire transport route, identifying potential obstacles and obtaining necessary permits.
- Budgeting: Factor in costs for disassembly, crating/packaging, inland transport, port handling, Ocean freight, customs brokerage, insurance, and reassembly. Information on costs can be obtained from Shipping International.
Packaging & Securing
- Crating/Packaging: Use robust, weatherproof crates and shock-absorbing materials. Clearly label with handling instructions.
- Securing: Secure modules firmly within packaging using appropriate lashing materials and techniques. Ensure load distribution.
Transportation
- Inland Transportation: Arrange specialised heavy-lift transport with necessary permits and insurance. Coordinate with port operations.
- Port Handling: Coordinate with stevedores and terminal operators, selecting appropriate heavy-lift equipment.
- Ocean freight: Choose a vessel capable of handling OOG cargo (flat racks, Mafi trailers). Confirm vessel stability calculations and secure permits. Shipping International offers Ocean freight services.
Documentation
- Detailed Cargo Manifest: Provide comprehensive details of each module, including dimensions, weight, packaging specifications, and photographs.
- Port & Customs Documentation: Prepare all necessary customs declarations and permits. Ensure compliance with regulations.
- Insurance: Secure adequate cargo insurance covering damage, loss, and theft. Shipping International can provide information on insurance options.
Delivery & Reassembly
- Destination Port Handling: Coordinate unloading and transportation from the destination port. Arrange for heavy-lift equipment.
- Reassembly (if applicable): Arrange for qualified personnel to reassemble the ovens.
Important Considerations
- Permits & Approvals: Obtain all necessary permits and approvals.
- Insurance: Comprehensive cargo insurance is crucial.
- Communication: Maintain clear communication with all parties involved.
Emergency Contact Information: [Include contact details for shipper, carrier, receiver, and relevant emergency services]
Tracking and Monitoring: [Detail tracking methods and monitoring procedures at each stage, including specific tracking numbers and platforms used]
Contingency Planning: [Outline potential problems (delays, damage, etc.) and planned responses, including alternative transport options, insurance claims procedures, and communication protocols for addressing issues]
Shipping International Contact Information
Logistics expert who works with Shipping International in the UK shippinginternational.co.uk
Tel: 0330 027 0450
