Heavy Haulling
Transport Best Practices
Mangum’ s, operating from terminals in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia, provides nationwide OS / OW transportation services including permitting, escort coordination and specialized rigging solutions for a diverse range of industries.
heavy-duty transport because its multiple configuration possibilities, and optimized dead-weight-to-payload ratio, make it highly adaptable to a variety of OS / OW transportation assignments.”
A standout feature of the Goldhofer P12 Plus, according to Phiillips, is the trailer’ s ride height, which provides flexibility when navigating complex sites, infrastructure restrictions, loading conditions and route challenges involving bridge clearances and uneven terrain. Additionally, the extended and adjustable bottom-deck adapts to a wide variety of cargo and the specific dimensions of individual shipments.
The Goldhofer P12 incorporates hydraulic steering and suspension systems and active automatic steering that simplifies reverse driving operations.“ Those capabilities improve stability, maneuverability and control throughout the transport process,” Phillips related.“ They are particularly valuable in urban environments and restricted work zones where every movement must be carefully managed.”
Strategic Advantage
Mangum’ s views flexibility of equipment as a strategic advantage because it can support permitting, route planning, load distribution and transportation efficiency. Their ownership model also provides for direct control over scheduling, maintenance, safety standards and project execution.
“ As an asset-based carrier, we never broker your shipment,” Phillips stated.“ Our equipment and our people handle every haul.”
Mangum’ s transportation resources are also supported by a substantial towing and recovery fleet. The company operates multiple rotators, including 50- and 75-ton models capable of lifting and repositioning heavy equipment, rollbacks and heavy-duty tow vehicles, such as 25- and 35-ton recovery units.
Project management from the earliest stages of transportation planning is a key part of Mangum’ s approach to OS / OW hauls. The company also encourages customers to be involved with its team as early as possible to simplify planning, scheduling, permitting
and logistics coordination.
“ This approach is rooted in our decades of involvement in heavy haul transportation,” Phillips said.“ Planning, communication, compliance and execution are key differentiators in rigorous project oversight from origin to destination, especially when shipments involve sensitive, expensive or mission-critical assets requiring secure handling.”
Looking Ahead
As infrastructure projects become larger and industrial equipment becomes more complex, heavy haul transportation continues to evolve. For Mangum’ s, meeting those challenges requires a combination of experience, project management expertise, specialized equipment and continuous investment.
“ Oversize and overweight loads move successfully when the fundamentals come together seamlessly,” Phillips said.“ With careful planning, the right equipment and a team capable of coordinating every detail, we can continue to be a single-source provider for some of the industry’ s most demanding transportation projects.”
The Mangum’ s fleet includes equipment from major manufacturers such as Fontaine, Trail King, XL Specialized, Landoll, Faymonville, Goldhofer, Diamond, Nelson, Transmaster and Kalyn Siebert.