What are the restrictions of skating a shipping container or modular building?

When it comes to moving shipping containers or modular buildings, there are a few different methods available. One of the most common techniques is skating- using specialised skates and rollers to carefully shift a container into position.

At first glance, skating can seem like an easy solution, especially for tight access sites or locations with overhead cables where large lifting equipment isn’t an option. However, skating comes with serious restrictions that can limit its use and efficiency.

The limitations of skating

While skating has its place, it’s far from a one-size-fits-all approach:

• Smooth, solid ground is required
  Skating only works on flat, hard, and even terrain such as concrete or tarmac. As soon as you move onto grass, gravel, farmland, or uneven ground, it becomes impractical and unsafe.
  
  
• Slow and labour-intensive
  Skating is a manual process that takes time, equipment, and manpower. For larger or multiple units, this can add significant delays.
  
  
• Restricted manoeuvrability
  Containers can only be nudged along in small increments. This makes precise positioning difficult and limits what can be achieved on complex sites.
  
  
• Limited to certain sizes and weights
  Not every container or modular unit is suitable for skating. Heavier loads increase the risk and difficulty of the move.
  
  

In short, skating might work if you’re moving a single container across a short distance on a perfectly flat yard, but for most real-world sites, it’s a method with serious compromises.

How Container Mover removes the restrictions

That’s where Container Mover comes in. Unlike skating, our innovative container moving solution works in any environment, with no restrictions.

• All terrains covered
  Whether it’s farmland, gravel, mud, or uneven ground, Container Mover can move your units safely and efficiently.
  
  
• Total flexibility
  From shipping containers to modular buildings, our system is designed to handle a wide range of sizes and weights with ease.
  
  
• Precise positioning
  We can place your unit exactly where you need it, without the slow trial-and-error of skating.
  
  
• Minimal disruption
  No need for cranes, heavy lifting gear, or extensive manual labour. Our solution is designed to make moves fast, safe, and hassle-free.
  
  

Moving a shipping container or modular building? Why compromise?

If you have tight access or overhead restrictions, skating may seem like your only option, but with Container Mover, you can achieve the same access benefits without the drawbacks. Whatever the ground conditions, whatever the unit size, Container Mover delivers a reliable, unrestricted way to get the job done.

Ready to move your container or modular building without compromise?

Get in touch with Container Mover today. 

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