Requirements
Transporting orientation-sensitive goods
Many devices may only travel upright: analytical instruments with liquids or vacuum, top-heavy cabinets, systems with sensitive mechanics. Tilting can cause damage that only shows during commissioning.
What matters
- Labelling
- “This way up” arrows and notices on several sides of the packaging.
- Tilt indicators
- Show whether the package was tilted beyond an angle.
- Upright securing
- Lashed against tipping, not just against sliding.
- Handling equipment
- Choose forklifts, pallet trucks and tail lifts so that nothing needs tilting.
Planning questions
We clarify these points before quoting – the earlier they are known, the more precise the plan.
- Which orientation is permitted, and what tilt angle?
- Is the packaging labelled?
- Should tilt indicators be attached?
- How tall and heavy is the package?
- Are there narrow points at destination that would force tilting?
What we need from you
- Requirement “Orientation-sensitive”
- Dimensions and weight
- Access at destination
- Date
What we do for you
What we organise
- Individual planning of your consignment – handling, date and handover aligned
- Direct transport without transhipment and documented handover by agreement
- Additional insurance on request – scope clearly agreed in the quote
Good to know
Mention narrow points at destination early – then we plan handling equipment and route so your goods always stay upright.
How it works
- 01
Request
You state category of goods, rough route, date and special requirements – confidential details only in conversation.
- 02
Review
We check dimensions, access and handling equipment so that the package never needs tilting.
- 03
Quote
You receive a quote with the agreed scope – direct transport, handover and insurance as discussed.
- 04
Execution
Upright loading, securing against tipping, upright handover; indicator status recorded on request.
Questions and answers: Orientation-sensitive goods
How is tilting of a device prevented?
Through labelling, securing against tipping and handling equipment that requires no tilting. Narrow points are clarified in advance.
What happens if the tilt indicator has triggered?
It is noted at handover. Whether the device needs checking is the recipient's decision.
Is a “do not tilt” label on the packaging enough?
It helps but does not replace planning access and handling equipment. Both belong together.
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Details for planning
- Requirement “Orientation-sensitive”
- Dimensions and weight
- Access at destination
- Date