Shipping and logistics of Boilers, pressure vessels ,reactors, columns – project Logistics training course

Shipping and Logistics of Boilers, Pressure Vessels, Reactors, and Columns

Project Logistics Training Course – Offered by Pertecnica Engineering

Course Overview

Transporting and shipping large industrial components like boilers, pressure vessels, reactors, columns, and towers is a complex and high-stakes operation. These equipment pieces are often over-dimensional, overweight, and extremely sensitive, requiring expert-level planning, route surveys, permits, and multimodal transport strategies.

This course provides hands-on knowledge of project cargo logistics with a strong focus on EPC projects, heavy industries, refineries, power plants, and chemical processing units. The training is tailored for professionals who want to specialize in the movement, storage, and delivery of critical industrial systems from fabrication yards to project sites across India and overseas.

Who Should Join?

• Logistics professionals working in EPC, oil & gas, and heavy engineering

• Engineers and site planners involved in procurement and installation logistics

• Freight forwarding and shipping executives handling project cargo

• Graduates looking to enter industrial logistics or plant equipment transport roles

• Contractors and vendors working with public sector and private industrial projects

Course Content

1. Introduction to Project Logistics

• What is project logistics and how it differs from standard freight movement

• Project lifecycle and logistics involvement from procurement to commissioning

• Basic layout and classification of heavy equipment (boilers, towers, separators, etc.)

2. Equipment Characteristics and Handling Requirements

• Size, weight, center of gravity, fragility, and load-bearing surfaces

• Safety considerations for reactors, heat exchangers, reformers, scrubbers

• Lifting and rigging gear required for tall and cylindrical items

• Material handling codes and standards (IS, ASME, API)

3. Packaging and Preparation for Shipment

• Protective covering for pressure-rated equipment

• Weld seam, nozzle, and flange protection in shipment

• Crating, shrink wrapping, and saddle block placement

• Vibration and moisture protection for long-duration storage and shipment

4. Multimodal Transport Strategies

• Road transport using hydraulic axle trailers and girder bridge systems

• Barge and coastal shipping of oversized components

• Rail movement via special wagons (if applicable)

• Air-lift of critical smaller components (compressors, actuators, panels)

5. Route Survey, Escorts & Approvals

• Pre-transport route feasibility studies (bridges, powerlines, curves)

• Civil coordination with local authorities and highway departments

• Permissions for ODC (Over Dimensional Cargo) and OWC (Over Weight Cargo)

• Police escort and shutdown coordination in congested or sensitive zones

6. Port and Yard Operations

• Receiving, unloading, storing, and re-handling of equipment at ports

• RO-RO, LO-LO methods for offshore shipment

• Lashing, tie-down, and balancing of vertical vessels

• Laydown area planning for interim storage

7. Documentation and Customs

• Project cargo documentation checklist

• Bill of lading, route permits, GPS tracking logs

• Import-export compliance, marine insurance for high-value cargo

• EPC documentation formats, gate pass workflows

8. Case Studies and Site Logistics

• Real examples of reactor and column transport in refinery and petrochemical sectors

• International shipment of boilers and heavy vessels to Africa, Middle East, and SE Asia

• Site handling: crane requirements, lifting plans, jack-and-slide movement

• Final positioning, pre-commissioning alignment, and integration support

Course Duration & Delivery

• Duration: 3 Weeks

• Delivery Mode: Classroom / Online / Hybrid

• Includes:

  • Site videos and animations of heavy lifts

  • Real project documentation templates

  • Route mapping software demos

  • Live case studies from EPC and oil & gas sectors

Certification

Certified Project Logistics Specialist – Industrial Systems & Heavy Equipment
Awarded by Pertecnica Engineering, this certificate is ideal for professionals and students aiming for logistics roles in infrastructure, power, chemical, and heavy machinery industries.

Career Pathways After Completion

Why Choose Pertecnica?

• Designed by experts in project logistics and heavy cargo transport

• Covers every stage from manufacturing yard to erection site

• Suitable for professionals aiming to lead logistics in mega projects

• Emphasis on practical techniques, safety, and documentation

• Certification is valued by contractors, government EPCs, and private project developers

When You Move Big, You Need Big Knowledge

Join Pertecnica’s specialized training on Shipping & Logistics of Boilers, Pressure Vessels, and Reactors.
Get trained to handle the logistics that move industries.