specialist transport

Phelan Haulage Assists with Sea King Blade Installation at NELSAM
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Phelan Haulage Assists with Sea King Blade Installation at NELSAM

Visitors to the North East Land, Sea and Air Museum (NELSAM) were treated to an impressive piece of heavy-lifting craftsmanship recently, as Phelan Haulage supported the museum team with the installation of rotor blades onto their iconic RAF Sea King Rescue helicopter.

Phelan Haulage Delivers Sculptural Tribute to Sunderland’s Shipbuilding Legacy
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Phelan Haulage Delivers Sculptural Tribute to Sunderland’s Shipbuilding Legacy

Phelan Haulage is proud to have played a part in delivering a powerful new chapter in Sunderland’s public art story, transporting two large-scale corten steel sculptures by renowned sculptor Ray Lonsdale to their final home on St Peter’s Riverside.

What Is A Wafer Deck Trailer?

What Is A Wafer Deck Trailer?

A wafer deck trailer, also known as a low-profile or low-clearance trailer, is a specialised type of transport vehicle designed to carry loads that require a low deck height. These trailers are especially useful for transporting tall or heavy machinery, oversized equipment, and other large items that might not fit on a standard trailer due to height restrictions. The wafer deck trailer’s low height allows for the safe and secure movement of such loads, often avoiding the need for special permits related to height overages on public roads.

Transporting Wide Loads By HIAB Truck
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Transporting Wide Loads By HIAB Truck

Transporting wide loads by road poses a unique set of challenges, not least of which is the fact that wide loads can cause traffic disruption and potential danger if they are not handled safely. In this blog post, we will discuss the common issues surrounding moving wide loads, as well as the solutions that have been developed to address these issues.