Building Materials Logistics
For Shippers
Our service solves the problem of finding specialized transport. In just a few minutes, you can find a crane truck (camión grúa) for moving portable cabins, an open flatbed for bricks, or a long-haul trailer for rebar, negotiating the freight rate directly with the carrier.
Need to transport aerated concrete, precast slabs, or timber? Choose a vehicle that fits the dimensions and loading method of your building supplies.
- Delivering cargo to construction sites in Spain has specific requirements: top or side loading by crane is often necessary, as is the availability of fastening straps or stanchions (bolsters) for secure transit.
- Versatile Loading: Search for vehicles with top-loading, side-loading, or hydraulic tail-lift capabilities.
- Cost Efficiency: Run tenders among carriers to secure the best price per trip across Spanish provinces.
- Reliability: Check carrier reviews to entrust your cargo to professionals who know how to properly secure pallets and heavy structures.
For Carriers
Operating a flatbed, a trailer, or a crane truck? The Spanish construction season is your time to maximize earnings.
- Reduce Deadhead Miles: Find backloads and partial loads (grupaje) to avoid running empty between cities.
- Technical Filtering: Filter requests by your equipment—whether you have stanchions (estacas), an "A-frame" for glass, or a standard flat floor.
- Direct Access: Communicate directly with site managers and suppliers, building long-term business relationships without middlemen.
Features of Transporting Different Construction Categories
On Lardi-Trans, you can find transport solutions for the diverse needs of the Spanish construction sector:
- Concrete Structures: Floor slabs, rings, and foundation blocks. These require open semi-trailers and secure fastening with chains or heavy-duty straps.
- Steel and Pipes: Transporting long rebar and metal pipes often requires trucks with stanchions (uprights) and long-bed trailers.
- Bricks and Palletized Blocks: Delivery via flatbed trucks or crane trucks for convenient on-site unloading without a dedicated crane.
- Glass and Carpentry: Requires specialized transport equipped with "A-frame" racks (caballetes) for safe vertical transit.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Building Material Transport
How do I find a truck with an integrated crane (HIAB/KMU)?
The crane truck (camión grúa) is highly in demand in Spain as it saves on renting a separate mobile crane for unloading. In the Lardi-Trans search filter, select the body type "Crane truck" or specify "integrated crane required" in your cargo notes.
What factors influence the cost of construction transport?
The price is affected by the vehicle type (flatbed vs. curtain-side), cargo dimensions, route complexity (e.g., access to remote sites or mountain roads), and the loading method. Transporting oversized items like wide prefabricated modules will incur higher costs due to special permit requirements.
What does "top loading" mean and why is it important?
Many heavy building materials (steel bundles, concrete blocks) are loaded onto the vehicle from above using an overhead crane. Standard curtain-side trailers aren't always suitable unless the roof is fully retractable. Always specify if you need "top loading" or "side loading" in your request.
How do I transport long rebar or pipes?
For these loads, long-bed trailers (13.6 m) are standard. If the pipes are round, ensure the carrier provides stanchions (estacas) for safe lateral fixation. On Lardi-Trans, you can specifically filter for trailers equipped with these safety features.
Does Lardi-Trans provide on-site labor or loaders?
No, Lardi-Trans is a digital freight exchange. Matters regarding loading/unloading labor (mozos de carga), riggers, or crane operators are discussed directly with the carrier or provided by the sender/receiver at the site.
What documents are required for transporting timber or metal in Spain?
Besides the standard Carta de Porte (Waybill) or CMR for international hauls, transporting metal may require proof of origin. For timber, specific phytosanitary certificates or wood origin documents (Guía de transporte) may be required depending on the regional regulations of the Spanish Autonomous Communities.