Step-by-step relocation of industrial machinery and production lines. What does our relocation service look like?
The relocation of industrial plants is a complex undertaking that requires precise planning and execution. Our company specializes in the comprehensive relocation of machines or production lines, ensuring the smoothness and safety of the entire process. Thanks to our experience and specialist knowledge, we minimize downtime and optimize relocation costs, adapting to the individual needs of each customer. Our professional industrial relocation services include the following steps:
- Relocation planning – when planning the transport of industrial machinery, we take into account its dimensions and the operations carried out at the loading and unloading sites so that the transport of the equipment does not interfere with the tasks being performed in the background.
- Machine disassembly – disassembly involves breaking down machines into smaller parts and disconnecting and securing components for further transport. We properly label individual components to speed up assembly at the destination.
- Loading and relocation of production lines, transport of machines – we place and secure the disassembled components appropriately so that they do not move during transport. If the relocation requires the movement of oversized loads, we organize appropriate vehicles and obtain special transport permits before carrying out this stage.
- Unloading and assembly of industrial machinery – upon arrival at the destination, our specialists safely unload the components and proceed with their assembly. During installation, they additionally check the condition of the components and, if necessary, proceed with maintenance or minor repairs.
- Connecting utilities and starting up industrial equipment – after connecting to the appropriate utilities, we start up the machines and conduct multiple tests to verify the efficiency of the equipment. If the operation is flawless, you can start the actual work.
When is professional machine relocation necessary?
The relocation of machines or entire production lines involves both internal (within a single production plant) and external (between several plants) movements.
- Internal relocation usually takes place during the expansion of a plant, the extension of its activities, or a change in concept. It involves moving equipment from one place to another within a single plant or production hall.
- External relocation usually involves moving the entire headquarters or specialized equipment between the facilities of a single company. This solution is much cheaper than equipping each facility with new machines – the entrepreneur only bears the costs of transport and cargo care.
Challenges in domestic transport of machinery
Domestic transport of machinery is a key element of the industrial relocation process, especially when it involves moving equipment between plants located in different parts of the country. It involves transporting equipment by land, using specialized vehicles adapted to heavy loads and non-standard dimensions. Professional relocation services in this area include not only transport, but also its logistical preparation – selecting the optimal route, obtaining permits for the transport of oversized loads, and securing them against mechanical damage. Difficulties that may arise during domestic transport of machinery include infrastructure limitations – low overpasses, narrow roads, tonnage restrictions. It is also necessary to coordinate the transport time with plant operations and ensure continuity of production despite location changes. Therefore, entrusting industrial machinery to a specialized transport company guarantees safety and ensures that the entire relocation process runs smoothly.
International transport of industrial machinery – challenges and benefits
The relocation of industrial plants often involves the need to transport machinery to another country. This requires the transport service operator to have extensive logistics expertise. International transport of industrial machinery involves the proper preparation of equipment and selection of the appropriate means of transport (road, rail, or sea), as well as compliance with a number of legal requirements in transit and destination countries. Professional international industrial relocation services help avoid delays resulting from customs procedures and reduce the risk of damage during multi-stage transport.
Professional industrial relocation services as an investment in production continuity
For large companies, the relocation of machinery and production lines is a process that can affect the entire supply chain. That is why professional industrial relocation services include not only the physical transport of equipment, but also the planning of work schedules to minimize downtime. In the domestic transport of industrial machinery, coordination between dismantling, logistics, and assembly teams is crucial. This ensures that the relocation of industrial plants runs smoothly and that the company can return to full operational capacity more quickly, minimizing losses resulting from production stoppages.