Industrial laundry machines are made for use in commercial settings, such as laundrettes, hotels, factories, hospitals, and other industrial settings. If you work in a sector that has these machines or you own the business yourself, you’ll know that they are often larger and more powerful than home washing machines, designed to handle larger loads of laundry in less time, which also makes them difficult to move.
At Blackmores Machinery Haulage, we are experts in moving bulky machinery like industrial laundry machines so we have put together a guide on how we move them safely and effectively because it’s not quite as simple as you may think.
Problems that can arise when moving industrial laundry machines
As with any other large industrial machinery, it can be quite difficult to move them and several problems can arise. One of the main issues is being able to fit large industrial machinery through doors or entranceways and into the lorry or van, which is why our team is equipped to dismantle machinery and reassemble it at the destination.
If industrial machinery, like laundry machines, is attempted to be moved without professional help, damage can occur, which results in the loss of equipment or having to spend time and money getting it fixed. It’s situations like this when ‘DIY’ really doesn’t come in handy!
At Blackmores Machinery Haulage, we are professional machinery movers who have the equipment and expertise to move your industrial laundry machines safely and securely so your machines can be transported and reach their destination intact and ready to use.
We have years of experience in industrial and factory relocation services and because of this, we know how complicated it can be to move or relocate your factory, industrial parts or heavy machinery. We offer a dismantling and reassembling service to fit your equipment and machinery through any access point or doorway.
So, whether you’re after a full factory relocation service, or require the collection and delivery of a machine or equipment, make Blackmores Machinery Haulage your industrial equipment moving company and we’ll be happy to be of service.
Use a professional industrial laundry machine removal company
As we’ve mentioned, doing it yourself when it comes to moving big, bulky machinery probably isn’t the best option as it usually requires specialised equipment and experience to get the job done safely. Your best option is to use an industrial laundry machine remover, like ours, to make the process smooth and most importantly, safe.
We have the equipment and experienced staff to move commercial laundry equipment and no job is too big or too small. Our team consists of commercial equipment moving experts, who are highly skilled and will handle your equipment with care and precision so they’ll get the job done right.
How are industrial laundry machines moved safely?
If needed, your industrial commercial laundry machines can be dismantled (particularly if the machine is large) and reassembled as our team is proficient in such a task. The extraction and installation of your laundry machines will also go smoothly, thanks to the level of experience of every member of our team.
Removing industrial machinery can be a complex and potentially hazardous task, depending on the size, type, and location of the equipment. It’s essential to plan and execute the removal process carefully to ensure safety and efficiency. There are a few things we do to ensure your industrial machinery is removed safely, including:
- Assessing the situation by identifying the type of machinery, its components, the location, environment and potential hazards.
- Planning the removal by creating a detailed plan that outlines the entire process, including the sequence of tasks, so everyone involved knows exactly what is going to happen.
- Choosing the right people for the job. We ensure all of our staff are highly trained professionals and we only use the right people for the job.
- Potentially disconnecting the utilities if necessary to make the removal safer.
- Securing the work area to make sure no one or nothing in the space is harmed by heavy machinery.
- Draining fluids, which is particularly important when transporting and moving industrial laundry equipment.
- Potentially dismantling the machinery, following the manufacturer’s guide.
- Using appropriate equipment to rig and lift the machinery.
- Using the right vehicle to transport the machinery.
- Cleaning and restoring the laundry machine at the destination.
This process is carried out in a timely and efficient manner so your equipment is delivered to the desired location quickly and smoothly. Without professional help, moving industrial machinery can be dangerous not only to the machine but also to the risk of injury.
What equipment is needed to move laundry machines?
As well as specialised tools that might be used to dismantle a machine, we also use forklifts to safely lift and move the machines.
We use Versa Lifts/Extendable Forklifts, which is a compact forklift with incredible lift capacity. The Versa-Lift achieves this with an extendable counterweight at the rear, allowing this small-sized forklift to out-lift and outperform most standard forklifts.
We also have an extensive range of general forklifts, that are available to hire.
What vehicles are used to move industrial laundry machines?
We have not only built up a team of dedicated movers, but we have also improved our vehicles. The simple yet effective vehicle that we started with in 1992 has gone and has been replaced with a fleet of sturdy industrial laundry machine movers that are fit for purpose. You can rest easy knowing that our team has been entrusted with millions of pounds worth of machinery each month, and each piece of machinery arrives at its destination in the same condition they left the first, in our trusted vehicles.
Blackmores Machinery Haulage: who are we?
Blackmores Machinery Haulage Ltd was formed by Terry Blackmore and Nigel Jacobs in 1992, who already had 18 years experience of in machinery moving. Since then, a winning and experienced team has been created and has continued to grow.
Blackmores Machinery Haulage Ltd is now one of the most successful machinery-handling specialists in the South West. While most of our business is with CNC machine tools, injection moulding machines, woodworking equipment, packaging machinery and industrial laundry equipment, we will tackle the removal and installation of most machinery, which includes industrial laundry machines. Blackmores Machinery Haulage Ltd is very experienced in this highly technical field. Our clients are offered a complete service.
We remove machinery safely
Our fantastic team have carried out many factory removals all over the country and once customers have experienced the service we offer, which is why our customers continue to use our services over and over again. Whilst the company is known nationwide and in Europe, we certainly don’t forget our many local customers who get a personalised experience with us.
Just for reassurance, we also have fully insured goods in transit so that your equipment is covered if an unforeseen event occurs. If you have any industrial laundry machines that need moving you know who to contact. We also offer free quotations, so if you are wondering if we are the right team for you, we can help you out.
Our services
Learn more about us and have a look at the range of services services we offer, to see what we can do for you.
We offer:
- Engineering services
- Laundry industry services
- Industrial storage (we offer long and short-term storage)
- Industrial shipping
- Services for the renewable energy sector.
We work across a wide range of UK locations as well as across Europe. Read some of our case studies to find out more about how we operate.
Moving industrial laundry machines safely
To conclude, moving any sort of industrial machinery can be difficult and several problems can arise which could lead to damage to the machinery and incur costs. Using a professional industrial machinery removal company like Blackmores Machinery Haulage will ensure your machinery arrives at its destination intact, or, it will be dismantled and reassembled to full working standards upon delivery, using our specialised equipment and years of expertise.