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Tile and Granite Overweight Drayage Transportation

Materials like tile and granite are integral for a number of purposes. Tile and granite are used for countertops, floor tiles, landscaping, roadwork, fireplaces, stairs, bridges, sidewalks, statues and decorations, interior design components, gravestones, and cemetery monuments, and for many other reasons. With so many uses, it’s not surprising that tile and granite transport often occurs over long distances. That is where tile and granite overweight drayage transportation comes in.  Just like there are many uses for tile and granite, there are also many challenges associated with transporting these materials. Tile and granite transportation can be difficult due to their heavy weight and their fragility. When you add in overweight loads of tile and granite, transportation becomes even more difficult. Luckily, Heavy Weight Transport specializes in overweight drayage transportation for tile and granite. In this article, we will tell you everything you need to know about tile and granite overweight drayage transportation. Whether you are looking for tile and granite port drayage or other overweight drayage services, come to Heavy Weight Transport for all of your drayage needs. 

Tile and Granite Drayage: What You Need to Know 

Tile and granite are extremely versatile materials used for a variety of applications in industries like construction, decorating, landscaping, and more. While these stone materials are heavy and bulky, they can also be extremely fragile at times and susceptible to chipping or cracking. Even though granite is an incredibly sturdy material, improper transportation of granite can result in damage to your cargo. That is why choosing the right tile and granite drayage services is so important.

 

What is Drayage For Tile and Granite? 

Drayage is the transport of tile and granite from an ocean port to its destination. 

 

Equipment Necessary For Tile and Granite Port Drayage

Tile and granite drayage requires certain types of equipment. Heavy Weight Transport has all of the necessary equipment for tile and granite port drayage, including: 

 

Intermodal Containers 

The best option for stone transport is intermodal containers. Many of the most popular bulk stone products used in the United States are mined from locations far away from the country. Intermodal containers are an ideal mode for global stone supply chains. Once the tile or granite is ready to head to its destination, the drayage carrier can transport the container or freight on a van or flatbed for its final stretch of travel.  Plus, intermodal containers decrease the need for excessive handling and minimize the chance of damage.  

 

Tips for Overweight Tile Drayage

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Here are some tips for your upcoming overweight tile drayage: 

 

Obtain Necessary Permits

In order to transport overweight loads of tile or granite, the drivers will need to obtain special permits. Heavy Weight Transport is experienced in shipping overweight loads of tile and granite, safely and effectively, and obtaining the right permits. Without the right permits, your shipment can be unnecessarily delayed.

 

Choose the Right Overweight Tile Drayage Company

Most highways and roads are designed to only handle a certain amount of weight. If you are transporting an overweight shipment of tile or granite, you need to hire a company with experienced drivers. 

 

Proper Packaging for Tile and Granite Transport 

It is very important to ensure proper packaging materials and proper packing for transporting tile and granite. If the tile and granite are packaged incorrectly, it can lead to a damaged product when it arrives at its final destination. Tile is best packed in crates with foam material for cushioning to prevent scraping or breaking. However, the crate cannot be too large. There should be minimal extra space in the crate so the tile cannot shift and break during transport. The tiles should also not be stacked too high or loaded vertically. It is best to use short stacks or horizontal loading to prevent damage. For granite slabs, palletizing is an excellent option. Both tile and granite should be wrapped around and between with proper cushioning to avoid chipping or scraping. 

 

Tile and Granite Overweight Shipment

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One of the main challenges of shipping tile and granite is that it can be heavy, and can qualify as an overweight shipment. You might be wondering, what if my shipping container is overweight? In order to plan a tile and granite overweight shipment, you will need to get an overweight or oversized permit to travel on state highways. 

Typically, each state’s Department of Transportation (or DOT, as it is commonly called) issues these permits. These permits are only good for a short period of time. It is important that your shipment is transported during that window, or you can end up off schedule and with an expensive violation fee. 

 

What Qualifies As An Overweight Tile and Granite Shipment? 

It is important to comply with Department of Transportation regulations for your overweight tile and granite shipment. Every state has different regulations when it comes to oversized shipments. However, most shipments that are considered oversized  are at least 80,000 pounds gross weight, or more than: 

  • 14 feet high 
  • 8 feet 6 inches wide
  • 53 feet long 

Some overweight shipments require more than just permits. You may need oversized banners, a civilian escort or police escort, flashing lights, route surveys, bucket trucks, or even a road closure.

 

Get Tile and Granite Drayage Services at Heavy Weight Transport

Now, you know everything about tile and granite drayage. If you are looking for an overweight drayage carrier for tile and granite, come to Heavy Weight Transport. We specialize in tile and granite overweight shipments. Tile and granite can be one of the most difficult types of freight to transport. Because of how delicate your tile and granite can be, and because of the strict regulations dictating tile and granite overweight drayage transportation, it is important to find the right carrier. Heavy Weight Transport handles all of your tile and granite transportation needs. Contact us for a custom granite and tile drayage quote today.

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