Cargo
Transporting large rolls
Rolls for rolling mills, paper and film machines or calenders are heavy, round and have precision surfaces. They travel between plant and grinding shop or manufacturer – often in a cycle with spare rolls.
What matters
- Round and heavy
- Rolls are supported on stands and secured against rolling.
- Surface
- Barrel and journals are precision-ground and protected.
- Slinging
- Lifting takes place at the journals or with suitable spreader beams.
- Cycle
- Roll to the grinding shop, spare roll back – plan both legs.
Planning questions
We clarify these points before quoting – the earlier they are known, the more precise the plan.
- Which roll, with length, diameter and weight?
- Are there transport stands?
- How is lifting done?
- Outbound and return?
- Is there a shutdown date?
What we need from you
- Dimensions and weight
- Support
- Route
- Dates
Preparation: You hand over the cargo ready for loading with known lifting points – dismantling, assembly and foundation work are handled by your team or your installation partner.
What we do for you
What we organise
- Feasibility check per project with questions on missing values
- Coordination of permits, escort vehicles, route surveys and lifting equipment via partners
- Quote with the agreed scope once the transport can be planned
Good to know
Tell us the support points of the roll – we secure it so that surface and journals stay protected.
How it works
- 01
Request
You state the cargo, dimensions and weight per piece with units, rough route and time window – marking anything unknown.
- 02
Review
We check dimensions, weight and support and clarify vehicle and permit.
- 03
Quote
After the feasibility check you receive a quote with the agreed scope, including partner services.
- 04
Execution
Transport on stands after permit, outbound and return as planned.
Questions and answers: Rolls and rollers
How are heavy rolls secured against rolling?
On transport stands or in cradles, with wedges and lashing according to weight.
How is the roll surface protected?
By support on the journals or suitable cradles and protection at contact points.
Can a spare roll be taken along at the same time?
Yes, if dates and vehicle fit. Outbound and return are planned together.
Request
Request for this topic: Rolls and rollers
Three steps. Anything you do not know yet can be left open.
Details for planning
- Dimensions and weight
- Support
- Route
- Dates