Switchroom and transformer transport in Melbourne
Switchrooms, switchboards and transformers, moved from the fabricator to site and set down where they need to go.
Heavy, tall and high value
Switchrooms, switchboards, kiosks and transformers are some of the most valuable things that arrive on a construction site, and some of the most awkward to move. They're heavy for their size, often tall, and they have to arrive square, dry and undamaged. We move them from fabricators and suppliers to site across Melbourne, on our own trucks with our own drivers.
Which truck
A smaller unit, such as a switchboard or a kiosk, can go on a crane truck that lifts it off and sets it down without a site crane. Our crane trucks lift approx 3.5 tonnes within a 4 metre radius, and 500 to 750 kg at 10 metres, on a 7.5 m tray. Whether a unit is within that depends on its weight and how far it has to reach, so send the weight from the drawings.
Larger switchrooms and transformers go on a flat top semi, with 12.5 m or 13.7 m trailers carrying approx 20 to 24 tonnes, and are lifted off by a site crane. Where the height matters, a drop deck keeps the load lower.
Oversize loads and permits
A packaged switchroom is often wider than 2.5 m or taller than 4.3 m once it's on the truck, which makes it an oversize load. Permits are checked per load. Where one is needed, we plan the route, the permit and any pilots before the booking is confirmed, and tell you the lead time up front.
Loading and restraint
We load to the lifting points and restraint points on the unit's drawings, and cover it where the job calls for it. Tell us about lifting lugs, spreader bars and anything that mustn't take a strap. Every truck carries live GPS, and each delivery comes back with proof-of-delivery photos.
What to send us
The unit's dimensions and weight (the general arrangement drawing is ideal), its lifting points, the pickup and site addresses, and how it will come off at the other end. If it's part of a bigger job, see our page on data centre transport.
Common questions
Can a crane truck lift a switchboard?
A smaller one, yes. Our crane trucks lift approx 3.5 tonnes within 4 metres and 500 to 750 kg at 10 metres. Send the weight and where it needs to sit, and we'll confirm.
Does a switchroom need an oversize permit?
Often, yes. Anything over 2.5 m wide, or over 4.3 m high on the truck, is outside the general limits. Permits are checked per load.
Do you deliver switchrooms across Melbourne?
Yes. We deliver to every Melbourne suburb from our Braeside depot, and run out to Geelong too.
How much does it cost to move a transformer?
Every job is quoted on the size, weight, distance and permits involved. Send the details and we'll come back with a price.
Request a quote or call AJ 0481 309 893 · Andrew 0449 521 589