A dragline excavator is a formidable piece of heavy-duty machinery utilized for massive excavation and material handling projects. It operates using a bucket that is suspended from a boom and is dragged across the ground to scoop up material. From surface mining to civil engineering, these machines are critical.
Transporting a dragline excavator presents unique logistical hurdles due to its immense dimensions, but Atlantic Project Cargo is equipped to assist. We offer reliable shipping services to ensure the safe and timely delivery of your mining equipment! Request your free quote today!
Modes of Dragline Excavator Transportation Services Offered by Atlantic Project Cargo
Ground
For domestic relocation or short-haul international shipments, our company delivers reliable ground transport services. This includes:
- Truckload shipping: For components like the hoist cable or drag cable spools
- Flatbed transportation: Ideal for smaller draglines or bucket assembly parts
- Specialized equipment: Special dragline carrier trailers for heavy units
Ocean
For long-distance global deliveries, Atlantic Project Cargo provides efficient ocean freight solutions:
- Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) shipping: Efficient for crawler-mounted units
- Containerized shipping: For dismantled parts like the hoist coupler assembly
- Breakbulk shipping: The standard for shipping larger mining machines that cannot be containerized
Air
When speed is the critical factor, we offer rapid air freight services:
- Air charters: Exclusive aircraft for urgent mining industry needs
- Commercial airline cargo: Expedited shipping for critical spares
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How Much Does it Cost to Ship a Dragline?
Mode of transportation: Air charters command a higher price point compared to ocean or ground transportation options
Distance: Travelling medium distances across the country is generally more economical than shipping equipment overseas
Additional expenses: These may include insurance premiums, special permits, customs duties, and fees for heavy units.
Size and Weight: The heavier the machinery (consider the immense weight of a dragline bucket), the higher the shipping expense
Season: The shipping industry experiences high and low seasons, which directly impact the final cost
International Shipping of Dragline Excavators
Roll-on-Roll-off (Ro-Ro)
This is a streamlined method of shipping where machinery is driven directly onto and off the vessel
Full-Container Load (FCL)
This implies that the entire container is exclusively reserved for your shipment. It is a favored choice for shipping disassembled mining equipment components
Flat Rack
An excellent choice for transporting machines, particularly those that are oversized or have dimensions exceeding standard container limits, such as a large dragline bucket system
Air Cargo
The most rapid method for transporting a dragline or its critical parts, though it comes at a higher cost
International Shipping Compliance, Regulations, and Restrictions for Draglines
Regulations vary significantly by nation, but the most common requirements include:
- Export control: Adherence to ITAR, EAR, and similar frameworks
- Import regulations: Tariffs & duties, non-tariff barriers, safety standards, and customs clearance procedures
- Transport regulations: Accurate shipping documentation, dangerous goods protocols, weight and dimensions restrictions, and insurance mandates
- Technical standards: Variances in safety standards, emissions, and noise regulations
- Phytosanitary certificates: Mandatory for machinery if it interacts with the ground (soil on a typical bucket or tracks) and is transported to Australia or New Zealand
Dragline Excavator Moving Services Across The Country
Flatbed
These trailers provide a foundational, open platform for securing and hauling dragline excavators efficiently
Step-Deck
Featuring a lowered rear platform, this trailer type offers the necessary clearance to transport machinery legally without necessitating special height permits
RGN
The most significant benefit of RGN trailers is their capacity to accommodate high loads and larger draglines
Restrictions on Moving a Dragline
Moving equipment over extended distances involves various restrictions and regulations, including:
- Road regulations: Adherence to maximum speed, width, and height restrictions, and road use permits
- Transport regulations: Requirements for oversized load permits, escort vehicles, precise route planning, and liability insurance
- Additional regulations: Seasonal travel restrictions, weight limits per axle, and specific local municipal regulations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we provide extensive industrial equipment shipping services both domestically and internationally. We serve mining sites globally, from coal mining regions to civil engineering projects.
The total transit time is contingent upon the distance, the selected shipping method, and any potential delays. We provide precise estimated delivery times during the quote process so you can plan your mining operations.
Absolutely. We offer comprehensive insurance coverage to protect your machinery during transit. Given the value of modern machines and components like the dragline bucket system, proper coverage is essential.
Documentation requirements fluctuate based on the shipping destination. Typically, you will need a bill of lading, a commercial invoice, and potentially export/import permits. Our team includes experts who can assist you with compiling the necessary documentation.
Yes, we offer complete door-to-door pickup and delivery services for your convenience. We can handle the logistics from the engineering company to the mine site.
For an arched dragline bucket or archless bucket design, we often utilize specialized heavy-haul trailers. If the bucket assembly is too large for road transport, we may arrange for on-site disassembly or bucket assembly horizontally for transport.
While the original Big Muskie was the largest machine of its kind, we have the capability to move components of similar scale. We handle heavy units like drainage pumping engines, large stripping shovels, and lifting cranes by breaking them down into manageable loads.