Our container unloading and loading services team has delivered a number of successful projects around the globe
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Moving heavy or delicate machinery can be a daunting task without the right equipment or know-how, especially if they’re vital for your business.
The Emcon team regularly use their machinery relocation expertise for loading and unloading machinery from shipping containers throughout the UK and Europe.
Our container services can be used to load or unload all varieties of containers, including open top, high cube, FCL and LCL, standard, 20ft – we’ve loaded them all and know exactly how to unload containers! We can tailor our service to suit the client’s budget as well as to the sensitivity of their machinery. We advise our clients on different types of corrosion protection, as some clients require full vacuum packaging whereas others need simple loading and securing to the container floor.
At Emcon, we use the most practical and safe machine moving and rigging equipment available to ensure your machinery is moved as securely as possible. Our specialised fleet includes container-spec forklift trucks (low masts), Hiab cranes, and mobile cranes. We can also load containers that are placed on the floor for collection at later dates. Whatever the specific requirements of your machines, we can handle them.
The pictures in this post show some container loading projects we have recently completed in the UK, Europe and the Middle East. For each of these projects, we also supplied the complete dismantling of the machine bases and timbers.
Our services extend beyond the simple act of loading and unloading. Of course we know how to load and unload containers, but we offer packaging and rust protection, ranging from light oil to full vacuum packaging. On some occasions we have offered freight forwarding and supplied engineers and technicians to assist with the full recommissioning in America, South America, Canada, and Asia. No matter how demanding the needs of your machinery move, our container services go above and beyond.
When we load containers, we always supply comprehensive packing lists to assist with customer freight forwarders, and we can organise all required documents so that the machinery arrives at the final port or destination. We can even install the machines when they get there.
We also offer the same complete services with trailers destined for or coming from Europe. Call us today on 0115 870 5071 to find out more.
Contact Emcon Services for professional and expert solutions for moving any type of machinery. We have specialist engineers available for all sectors including Print & Packaging, Engineering CNC and conventional, manufacturing lines, plastics, and fabrication workshops, to name just a few.
We review each project carefully, providing all the Health and Safety documents required, and most importantly we work to what is written in them. Each Project is assessed on its own merit – we don’t bombard projects with hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of unnecessary equipment and personnel. Each project is meticulously planned so that the right amount of resources are on site to complete jobs safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Contact our team of container unloading and loading experts to discuss your requirements.
A container loading and unloading service involves safely placing machinery or heavy equipment into a shipping container for transport, or removing it once it arrives at its destination.
Because industrial machinery is often heavy, awkwardly shaped, or delicate, specialist lifting equipment and experienced operators are required to handle it safely. Professional container handling helps prevent damage to machinery and ensures everything is positioned securely for transport.
Yes. We regularly unload heavy machinery and industrial equipment from shipping containers for businesses across the UK.
Using specialist lifting equipment such as forklifts and crane vehicles, our engineers can safely remove machinery from containers and move it into the correct position within your facility.
We can work with a wide range of container types commonly used in international shipping, including:
The unloading method will depend on the type of container and the size and weight of the machinery inside.
Unloading heavy machinery from containers requires specialist lifting equipment. Depending on the size and weight of the equipment being handled, we may use:
Using the correct equipment ensures machinery can be removed safely without damaging the container or the equipment itself.
Yes. We also provide container loading services for businesses exporting machinery overseas.
Our engineers ensure the equipment is positioned correctly within the container and secured properly for transport. Correct loading is essential to prevent machinery shifting or becoming damaged during shipping.
Machinery must be properly secured inside a container to prevent movement during transit. This typically involves positioning the equipment carefully and using securing methods such as bracing, straps or other stabilising techniques.
Ensuring machinery is secured correctly helps protect the equipment throughout the shipping process.
The time required depends on several factors, including the size and weight of the machinery inside the container and how it has been packed.
Smaller equipment can often be unloaded within a short period of time, while large industrial machinery may require additional lifting equipment and more careful handling. After assessing the container and equipment, we can provide an estimated timeframe.
The cost of container unloading varies depending on the size of the container, the weight of the equipment being handled, and the lifting equipment required for the job.
For example, unloading smaller palletised machinery may be relatively straightforward, while large industrial machines may require crane lifting equipment. Once we understand the details of the shipment, we can provide an accurate quotation.
Yes. Heavy machinery should only be unloaded using appropriate lifting equipment such as forklift trucks or cranes.
Attempting to unload large machinery without the correct equipment can be dangerous and may result in damage to the equipment or container. A professional unloading service ensures the process is carried out safely and efficiently.
Yes. Once machinery has been unloaded from the container, we can also move it into position within your factory, warehouse or workshop.
This may involve transporting the machinery across the site or installing it in a specific production area using specialist rigging equipment.
Yes. We frequently unload containers at factories, warehouses and industrial premises across the UK.
Before starting the work, we assess access points, floor conditions and space available to ensure the container can be unloaded safely and efficiently.
To ensure the unloading process runs smoothly, it is helpful to ensure there is sufficient space around the container and clear access for lifting equipment.
If possible, providing information about the machinery inside the container, including size and weight, allows the unloading team to plan the safest lifting method in advance.
Yes. Many businesses receive machinery from overseas suppliers or ship equipment internationally. We can assist with the safe loading and unloading of containers as part of these projects.
Handling machinery correctly at this stage helps ensure it arrives safely and is ready to be installed or relocated once it reaches its destination.
Yes. Professional container loading and unloading services are fully insured, providing protection for both the equipment being handled and the site where the work is taking place.
This gives businesses peace of mind when dealing with valuable machinery shipments.
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