Transporting big bags: Tips, hints and costs
You want to have big bags transported and want to know what you have to consider? Cargoboard provides you with all the important information and advice on what you need to consider for the safe transport of big bags.
If you are looking for a simple and fast solution to transport and ship goods, rely on your digital freight forwarding company Cargoboard. We take care of the complete transport handling and are also your competent contact for questions and special requests!
How does the transport of big bags with Cargoboard work?
Cargoboard transports big bags for you quickly, efficiently and easily. We will explain how your booking and smooth transportation works.
The order booking through our platform
To place your shipment on our platform, the first step is to enter your shipment details and then select the mode of transport that suits you best.
At this point, it is important that you make the right choice when selecting the packaging material and deposit your dimensions including the packaging. Wenn Ihre Sendung schwerer als 30 kg ist, muss diese auf einer Palette transportiert werden.
Prepare big bags for transport
Once you have booked the transport and received the documents from us, it is time to prepare for the transport.
Please note that big bags must always be transported on a pallet. This will facilitate the loading and unloading of the truck and the space on the loading area can be used much better.
In addition, each big bag must be tightly closed at the top for transportation.
Collection of the big bags for transportation
In order to transport your big bags, our transport employees usually take over the goods at the curb.
For this purpose, please place the big bags on a pallet.
Delivery of the big bags
The delivery of the big bags also takes place to the curb. Our forwarding agents unload the goods at the corresponding delivery address and have the acceptance acknowledged with a signature.
Delivery times for the transport of big bags
In the table below you can find out the delivery times to transport big bags within Germany.
You will receive the relevant information for a Europe-wide transport of big bags after entering your pick-up and destination on our platform.
Please note that delivery times may vary due to seasonal variations and regional restrictions. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our service team.
| Standard delivery option | Express delivery option | |
| 1-2 workdays | 1 working day | |
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1 working day (collection within 3 working days) |
1 working day (collection on the selected working day) |
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1 working day (collection within 3 working days) |
1 working day (collection on the selected working day) |
Delivery option desired date
In addition to the "Standard" and "Express" options, you can also select a desired date for general cargo shipments. This gives you the option of having your general cargo shipment transported at a later date of your choice. This means for you:
- Collection on the next working day or on the desired day
- Prioritized delivery on the desired date
- Free storage of goods for a maximum of 4 working days (then 5€ per pallet space and per working day)
- Minimum terms as for the "Standard" delivery option
Type of transport direct
With the option "Direct transport" you will receive the fastest possible transport. Here, the transport vehicle travels on a direct route to your destination.
How much will it cost me to have big bags transported?
The price of big bags transportation depends on the place of collection and destination as well as on the number of bags, their total weight and the method of transportation.
You will receive the individual calculation of the price after entering the shipment data on our platform.
How do I optimally prepare big bags for transport?
To ensure that your big bags and the contents can be transported properly, you should observe the following:
- Please use only certified big bags for transportation, which you have stored protected from light. Because UV radiation can make the material porous and cracked. Also, do not reuse big bags that are designed for one-time use only.
- Please place the big bags on a pallet so that they can be loaded, transported and unloaded more easily. In certain cases, it is also necessary to ground the big bags before you fill them.
- Please do not fill the big bags with liquids, as the bags are not designed for this and are not waterproof.
- When filling the big bags, observe their maximum filling weight, which is indicated on their outside.
- Please load the big bags only evenly.
- After filling, be sure to close the big bags tightly from the top.
- Use either a forklift or a big bag transport cart to transport the big bags to the curb.
Cargoboard is always at your disposal to advise you on the necessary steps. In addition, if you have any questions about shipping costs or packaging safe for transport, we will be happy to answer them.
What are big bags used for?
Since big bags are made of durable plastic fabrics, they are very suitable for carrying a variety of materials, such as gravel, sand, stone, bulk material, seeds, granules, pellets, dust, flour, salt, or even large products.
Due to the material and their volume, you can fill big bags from 500 kg to 2,000 kg. The respective maximum filling weight is written on the outside of the big bag.
How many big bags fit on one truck?
The number of big bags you can transport with a truck depends on both the volume and filling load of the bags and the size of the truck.
In a box truck, for example, it is possible to transport 44 big bags, each with a volume of 1.4 m³, because you can stack them on top of each other in the truck.
Big bags with a larger volume should not be stacked on top of each other.
Are the big bags insured when Cargoboard transports them?
It depends on the transport option chosen whether the big bags are insured. Most shipping companies offer appropriate insurance. If you transport big bags with Cargoboard, the liability according to the German Freight Forwarders' Standard Terms and Conditions (ADSP) applies in case of loss.
Despite a low risk of loss, we recommend our transport insurance for cost-intensive goods.
Why should I choose Cargoboard for the logistics of big bags?
As a large freight forwarder with over 12 million shipments per year, our experienced employees ensure fast and reliable transport.
Here you will find an overview of our services:
- Full truck load: FTL (Full Truck Load) 40 tons truck
- General cargo shipment: max. 3,000 kg and less than 6 pallet spaces
- Partial loads: ship 7 pallets and more
- Direct drives: We drive your goods directly from the pickup point to the delivery point
Get your suitable service package at Cargoboard. We will be happy to take care of the planning and assist you with our advice.
Because we always want to offer you the best service, you rely on us for the highest quality and reliability.
Special conditions for the transport of big bags
From as few as 5 regular shipments per month, frequent shippers benefit from individual conditions with Cargoboard.
Frequently asked questions about machine transport
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