Heavy Machinery & Industrial Equipment Shipping

Heavy machinery

As we mentioned earlier, this is the category of industrial equipment, and it includes the following machines.

Excavation and Loading

• Articulated Trucks
  These are designed for rough terrains because of their maneuverability, and impressive hauling capacity. Perfect for hauling anything from ore to building materials

• Backhoe Loaders
  Can switch between digging trenches with the rear excavator arm, loading materials with the front bucket, or simply serving as a tractor. A true all-in-one solution for various tasks

• Excavators
  Used for digging, trenching, loading, and demolishing. Their hydraulic arms and interchangeable attachments make them ideal for various jobs, from unearthing minerals to sorting materials

• Loaders
  Front-end loaders scoop up loose materials, transporting them to processing plants or stockpiles

• Skid Steer Loaders
  These can handle a wide range of tasks by attaching various tools, from forestry mulching to trenching

• Track Loaders
  Built for heavy-duty tasks on rugged terrain, they move effortlessly. Ideal for pushing debris, excavating, or land clearing on challenging landscapes

• Wheel Loaders
  Equipped with durable wheels for easy maneuvering, these utilize front-loading buckets to move dirt, gravel, or other materials efficiently across your worksite

• Underground Mining Loaders
  Specially designed for low-profile operation in confined spaces, these machines are crucial for underground mining

Transportation

• Off-Highway Trucks
  Built to work in harsh environments like mines and quarries, they offer superior hauling capacity for bulk materials

• Utility Vehicles (UTVs)
  These compact, multi-purpose vehicles provide safe and efficient transportation for workers and materials across job sites

Material Handling and Processing

• Cold Planers
  Cold planers utilize rotating drums and carbide cutters for precise milling, creating a clean and level surface for further construction

• Compactors
  Plate compactors use vibrating plates to crush and compact soil, sand, or gravel into a smooth, stable area

• Conveyor Belts
  These long, flat belts continuously transport ore, rock, and other mined materials to processing plants, crushing stations, or stockpiles

• Dozers (Bulldozers)
  Essential for land clearing, road construction, or demolition, they use powerful blades to push rocks, debris, or dirt

• Wheel Tractor-Scrapers
  Designed for efficient land grading and leveling, these machines utilize a scraper blade to collect dirt and haul it to designated areas

Lifting and Access 

• Boom Lifts
  Also known as cherry pickers, they provide a safe and elevated platform for workers to reach high work areas

• Scissor Lifts
  Offering a stable platform for workers, these are a powerful alternative to ladders for reaching difficult areas

• Telehandlers
  Similar to forklifts but designed for outdoor use or heavy lifting within warehouses, telehandlers can connect various boom attachments like buckets or lift platforms

• Towable Light Towers
  Help to extend the workday and ensure safety, these portable towers provide powerful illumination for nighttime operations

Mining equipment

Here’s a breakdown of some key types of equipment that keep mining operations running smoothly.

Excavation and Loading

• Mining Trucks
  These heavy-duty haulers are designed for tough terrains. Perfect for transporting large quantities of ore, overburden, or supplies across surface mines

• Draglines
  These utilize a long boom and bucket suspended by cables to remove huge amounts of overburden, exposing the desired minerals below

Drilling and Blasting

• Mining Drill Rigs
  Rotary drills utilize pressurized bits to create holes in rock for explosives placement. Hammer drills physically pound the rock to create the necessary openings

Haul and Transport

• Motor Graders
  Ensure proper road maintenance and drainage within the mine site. They are essential for creating and maintaining haul roads for efficient material transportation

Manufacturing equipment

This category includes a lot of types of equipment and machinery. Let’s have a look at the most common ones.

• Industrial Storage Tanks
  Designed with precision to store liquids and gases. These come in various configurations, including vertical and horizontal styles, to accommodate specific materials and spatial constraints

• Centrifuges
  They are employed for their ability to separate components based on density. This separation is achieved through the principle of centrifugal force, which rapidly spins materials to segregate elements of varying weights

• Industrial Mixers
  Come in various types like double-arm mixers and drum tumblers. These machines blend various components to create a consistent mixture, which is critical in industries where material uniformity is paramount

• Electric Generators
  They are particularly crucial during power outages or in areas without a reliable power supply

• Compressors
  They work by compressing air or gas to increase its pressure, a principle crucial in numerous manufacturing processes

Packaging Equipment and Machinery

• Shredders
  Are designed to break down various materials into smaller, manageable sizes. These range from industrial shredders, capable of processing large volumes of material, to specialized shredders designed for specific materials like metals or plastics

Material Handling Equipment

• Weight-lifting Machines
  These machines, including overhead cranes and forklifts, are designed to lift, lower, and move heavy objects with precision

• Press Brakes
  These machines utilize a clamping mechanism to bend sheet metal into desired shapes at precise angles and lengths

• Welding Equipment
  This category encompasses various tools and techniques for permanently joining metallic pieces. Common welding methods include arc welding, which utilizes an electric arc for intense heat, and resistance welding, which uses electrical resistance to generate heat

• Shears
  These powerful cutting tools are available in hand-operated and hydraulic versions, helping with diverse material thicknesses and cutting tasks

• Grinders
  An essential component in the manufacturing toolset, grinders perform cutting, grinding, and polishing tasks. Available in angle and bench configurations, these machines utilize abrasive grinding wheels to remove material, creating smooth finishes or altering workpiece shapes

• Boring Machines and Tools
  Are designed for enlarging holes and achieving precise diameters in various materials. Ranging from simple hand-operated tools to CNC machines, their selection depends on the workpiece material, size, and required precision

• Cutting Machines and Tools
  Designed for cutting different types of materials. Include laser, oxy-fuel, plasma, and waterjet cutting machines

• Drill Press
  This fixed-style drilling machine provides superior control and accuracy compared to handheld models. It consists of a base, column, table, spindle, and drill head, typically powered by an electric motor

• Milling Machines and Tools
  Milling machines work by rotating a cutting tool against the workpiece. Horizontal and vertical milling machines offer distinct capabilities, influencing the choice based on the cutting tool orientation and the milling operation required

• Turning Machines and Tools (Lathes)
  Used for shaping materials, particularly metals, turning machines rotate the workpiece against a cutting tool. Traditional manual lathes and advanced CNC lathes cater to specific manufacturing needs

• Swiss Turning Machines
  A specialized type of lathe, Swiss turning machines excel at producing parts with high precision

• Machining Centers
  Machining centers integrate functions like drilling, milling, and tapping into a single system, significantly improving efficiency

• Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)
  EDM machines operate by utilizing controlled electrical sparks to erode material from the workpiece. Two primary categories of EDM machines exist – wire EDM and die-sink EDM

• Electrochemical Machining (ECM)
  These machines use a unique metalworking process that utilizes controlled anodic dissolution to shape workpieces

• Electron Beam Machining (EBM)
  These machines use technology that utilizes a focused beam of high-velocity electrons to remove material from the workpiece