Case Study 5: Professional Loading Systems Using Heavy-Duty Forklifts & 4-Way Wooden Crates for Damage-Free Stone Transport

Case Study 5: Professional Loading Systems Using Heavy-Duty Forklifts & 4-Way Wooden Crates for Damage-Free Stone Transport

At Oceanic6 Solutionz, we know that even perfect fabrication means nothing if slabs get damaged during loading. This stage carries the highest risk in the entire export process. That’s why we use trained forklift operators, heavy-duty lifting equipment, and engineered 4-way wooden crates to ensure every granite and quartz shipment reaches you safely.

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Why Proper Loading Matters

Granite and quartz are durable materials but they are still able to crack or chip if they are not handled properly.

Generally, the damages that have been done are caused by:

• Fractures due to lifting from an uneven side
• Small dents on the edge of the surface caused by hitting a hard object
• Hidden cracks resulting from vibrations
• Changing of the slab during transportation
• The imbalance of the crate
• The difficulty in unloading at the destination

With our modern loading method, the dangers of such incidents are completely removed by exact handling and the use of appropriate equipment.

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The 4-Way Crate Advantage

Our 4-way wooden crates provide a solution for forklifts to pick up from any direction, which is not possible with standard two-way crates.

Key Benefits of 4-Way Crate:

• Multi-directional access for easy handling
• Tipping is completely avoided as the base of the crate is reinforced
• Loading/unloading is done quicker
• Easy warehouse handling worldwide
• The risk of the drop or damage due to the wrong maneuver has been minimized
• Optimal positioning inside the containers
• The design of this packaging guarantees safer handling

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Step-by-Step Professional Loading Process

• 1. Pre-Loading: Crates move to a covered bay to prevent moisture and dust.
• 2. Forklift Positioning: Operators choose the safest lifting angle using 4-way access.
• 3. Controlled Lifting: Forks are inserted fully for stable support—no jerks or sudden motion.
• 4. Safety Checks: Operators verify fork clearance, load balance, and crate stability.
• 5. Container Placement: Crates follow a pre-planned loading diagram to ensure:
  • No shifting
  • Balanced weight
  • Efficient space usage
  • Smooth destination unloading
• 6. Securing: We use straps, wooden blocks, spacers, and anti-vibration wedges.
• 7. Documentation: Clients receive photos of crate positions, Crate IDs, Seal verification, Departure and arrival details.

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Solving Common Loading Challenges

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Results: Zero-Damage Delivery

The outcome of this systematic approach speaks for itself:

• Deliveries without a single item being damaged
• Handling of the crate in a safe and stable manner
• Unloading at the destination point done in a much faster way
• Photo documentation done in full
• No breakage and no hidden cracks

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Customer Feedback

"4-way crates were the key to a smooth unload. Each crate was secure, well-labeled, and it seems like not even a single piece was left damaged upon arrival. Local handling of a truly professional caliber."