Industrial Load Moving – Insights
Industrial load moving: strategies, tools, and best practices for moving heavy machinery.
Welcome to the Foxtrot Blog — your source for expert insights into industrial load moving.
From moving heavy machines indoors to optimizing layouts in tight industrial spaces, our content explores proven methods, compact tools, and safety-first practices.
Discover how to move 10T to 20T loads more efficiently with innovation-driven solutions built for manufacturers and industrial movers.
Electrical transformer moving | Safe remote-controlled robots Foxtrot
For industrial movers, relocating or replacing an electrical transformer is a common task — but it remains a challenge in terms of logistics, safety, and precision. It involves key constraints such as: Extreme weight (several tons, sometimes over 20,000 lbs). Bulky...
Tremcar | Industrial tank handling optimization
Case study As part of the launch of its new plant, Tremcar — a manufacturer of tank trailers and truck tanks — sought to optimize tank handling on its production line.Certain areas were difficult to access with overhead cranes, limiting efficiency and workflow....
Electrical transformer relocation
Case study MTL Rigging, a specialist in heavy equipment handling, faced a major challenge in Longueuil: relocating a 21,000 lbs electrical transformer to the first floor of a tower. With Foxtrot’s SOLO10, the team managed the move safely, efficiently, and with...
LIPARI | Industrial moving made safer with SOLO20
Case study LIPARI Group, one of the largest industrial movers in Québec, was looking for a solution to secure heavy-load handling in tight and sensitive environments. With Foxtrot’s SOLO20, the company enhanced employee safety, improved efficiency, and gained access...
Moving a CNC Machine
Case study Relocating a CNC machine is always a complex task, especially when time and space are limited. For Usinage RM, every hour mattered to restart production as quickly as possible. Discover how the Foxtrot Solo 10 simplified this critical operation, ensuring...
Moving mining equipment
Case study Rio Tinto faced such a tight space that moving mining equipment through it seemed nearly impossible. The team would have had to disassemble the furnace, deliver it in parts, and reassemble it on-site just to pass through a section containing doors.Lorem...
Moving on a Slope
Case study Moving on a slope with heavy industrial equipment presents a major challenge when forklifts can’t fit into the space. In this case, moving a large tank into an underground parking lot required a compact and safe alternative. Plomberie L&P Lavallée...
Moving a Pressure Tank
Case study Moving pressure tank an 18,000 lb is a major logistical challenge, both in terms of safety and precision. To address this need, Foxtrot deployed its Solo 10 robot in collaboration with specialized partners. Discover how the Foxtrot Solo 10 simplifies...
Moving a Rubber Mixer
Case studyRelocating a 15,000 kg rubber mixer is a critical challenge for any manufacturer. For American Biltrite, minimizing downtime was essential to avoid costly production losses. Discover how the Foxtrot Solo 20 delivered a safe and efficient solution, reducing...
Clean room moving
Case study C2MI had to move a machine into a clean room as part of a reorganization. The space was so tight that a forklift could not get through it.Lorem ipsum dolor sit consectetur elitMauris blandit aliquet elit, eget tincidunt nibh pulvinar a. Vestibulum ante...
Industrial machine relocation: the Foxtrot expertise
Moving a transformer to an electrical room, installing a press in a food processing plant, or bringing heavy medical equipment into an active hospital—these operations may seem simple… but they never are. Every move is critical—for the safety of workers, the accuracy...
Industrial handling solutions: compare cranes, forklifts, AGVs & remote options
Moving several tons of industrial equipment is a constant challenge in the manufacturing sector. When it comes to lifting and handling heavy loads, multiple solutions exist: overhead cranes, forklifts, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), skates, and now...
How to Choose the Right Robot for Your Industrial Needs
In today's ever-changing industrial world, automation plays an increasingly important role in improving efficiency and productivity. The use of robots in industrial operations has become an indispensable solution for many companies. However, choosing the right robot...
The Multiple Advantages of Remote-Controlled Robots in the Industrial Environment
Modern industry is constantly looking for ways to optimize operations, improve worker safety and increase efficiency. In this context, the use of remotely controlled robots offers exceptional advantages. These versatile machines, remotely controlled by human...
Revolutionary Safety Product
The MBSOLO Magnetic blocks are a revolutionary product that can greatly improve safety and efficiency in a wide range of applications. One of the most significant benefits of these magnetic blocks is that they can prevent workers from being crushed by a machine if it...
5 Ways to Create an Ergonomic Industrial Environment
Ergonomics is the science behind designing workplace environments to be as comfortable and safe for employees as possible. In other words, it focuses on making sure people can perform their job tasks efficiently without getting injured or sick from prolonged use of...
Moving Heavy Loads with a Forklift Can Be Dangerous
Using a forklift correctly is crucial when it comes to ensuring safety on the job site. However, many workers fail to take the proper precautions when using this equipment, which can lead to accidents and injuries. One of the most common mistakes that people make when...
Tips on How to Stay Safe When Moving Heavy Loads
Heavy objects can cause serious injuries if handled incorrectly. There are many types of injuries that can occur when moving heavy loads. Some of these include herniated disks, sprained ankles, torn ligaments, and muscle strains. Here are some examples of how...