The incredible size and weight of construction equipment such as cranes and bulldozers make it extremely difficult to pull, especially on a windy day. If you are a contractor who wishes to haul such machinery, you will need transporters that have experience in hauling heavy cargo. For instance, when transporting heavy load, you need a map of the route you will be using. Besides, you need to arrange for adequate space at the pick-up and drop-off points to allow timely delivery of the equipment. Here are practical tips for new construction contractors to bear in mind when moving their machinery to a building site. 

Extra Securements -- Most jurisdictions have elaborate rules and regulations that haulers must follow when transporting heavy construction equipment. For example, you might need to secure the equipment on a flatbed trailer using extra straps or chains. Industry experts recommend that if weather reports indicate that it could be windy, you must secure your load with additional chains or belts than you would on a typical day. If you usually secure your bulldozer using three straps, add three more straps or even a chain for added reinforcement during a windy day. The extra securements offer added stability when driving on rough terrain.

Permits -- For the safety of your driver and other road users, heavy haulage might require some form of license. However, the rules that govern the transportation of oversized loads vary from state to state and territory to territory. Therefore, when planning to transport heavy cargo between states, you should familiarize yourself with the regulations of each state, and subsequently obtain the required documentation. Furthermore, since the vehicle hauling the load will probably be overloaded, you would need a permit to access parts of a national highway that have certain restrictions. In this regard, should opt for a haulage firm that is experienced in moving cargo between states. Apart from the permit, you have to adhere to a particular following distance. Further, moving heavy cargo is mostly restricted at night due to safety concerns.

Cover Delicate Parts -- Most equipment are hauled on a flatbed trailer, which exposes vulnerable parts to elements such as rain, snow, or extreme sunlight. Some sensitive areas of the machinery might need to be covered using a tarpaulin for protection from adverse effects of the weather. Moreover, during winter you might have to shield some parts of the equipment from the freezing temperature. The owner's manual is the best place to start from when you need to know all the components that should not be exposed to the elements.