How to Secure a Machine on an
Equipment Trailer Rental
Once the machine is loaded, secure it at four points using chains and load binders. For equipment in the skid steer and excavator class, chains are the right method over ratchet straps. Attach the chains to the machine's designated tie-down rings on the frame, not to bodywork, plastic panels, or attachments that can flex or break under tension. The machine should be held firmly in every direction.
On a tilt deck rental, make sure the deck lock is fully engaged before driving. A deck that is not properly locked can move during transport. Corpus Christi's coastal roads include stretches where wind can be a factor for open trailers, so solid securement from the start is the right approach. Big Rentals reviews the tie-down process at pickup for every equipment trailer rental.