Why Kolay Parsiyel for the Construction Industry?
Turkey ranks among the world's top 5 marble exporters. Ceramic, tile, natural stone, and marble shipments require special care due to their heavy and fragile nature. We handle weights exceeding 1 ton per pallet even in standard partial cargo.
Construction materials are typically shipped in large quantities. With our consolidated services, even single-pallet shipments reach Europe at competitive prices. Specialized palletizing and securing minimizes breakage risk.
Commonly Shipped Products in This Sector
- Marble Slabs
- Ceramics & Tiles
- Natural Stone
- Granite
- Travertine
- Mosaic
Special Requirements for Construction Material Shipping
Weight Management
Marble and natural stones can reach 1-2 tons per pallet. We ensure safe transport by monitoring vehicle floor capacity and axle weight distribution.
Breakage Prevention
Shock-absorbent material is placed between ceramic and tile boxes. Marble slabs are secured in vertical position on A-frame pallets. Corner protectors and stretch film are applied.
Specialized Palletizing
Appropriate pallet systems are used for each material type. A-frames for marble, L-pallets for ceramics, standard euro pallets for mosaic.
Success Story: Marble Export from Afyon to Italy
Scenario
A marble quarry in Afyon needed to ship 20 tons of processed marble slabs to a construction firm in Milan.
Challenge
20 tons of heavy cargo, breakage risk for marble slabs, and customs procedures required careful planning.
Solution
Slabs were loaded vertically on A-frame pallets. Shipment was sent in a 2-truck convoy. Customs paperwork was pre-prepared to shorten border crossing time.
Result
20 tons of marble arrived in Milan in 4 days with zero breakage. Customer satisfaction led to a monthly regular order agreement.
Our Services for This Sector
Construction Material Shipping in 4 Steps
Material & Weight Details
Share material type, quantity/square meters, weight, and dimensions. Pallet type and vehicle capacity are determined.
Specialized Palletizing
Materials are safely palletized on A-frame or L-pallet systems. Shock-absorbent material and stretch film applied.
Safe Loading & Shipment
Pallets are loaded by forklift. Axle load distribution is checked for safe transport.
Construction Site or Warehouse Delivery
Forklift unloading at destination. Delivery confirmed after damage inspection.
Frequently Asked Questions About Construction Material Shipping
How are marble slabs palletized?
Marble slabs are placed vertically on A-frame pallets and secured. Felt or foam sheets are placed between slabs to prevent breakage from impact. Each pallet is wrapped with stretch film.
What is the maximum weight per pallet?
Standard euro pallets support up to 1,000 kg, reinforced pallets up to 1,500 kg. Steel pallets are used for very heavy materials like marble. Total load distribution is planned according to vehicle axle capacity.
Do you accept small sample shipments?
Yes, small quantities like single boxes or single pallets of samples can be shipped via partial cargo. Special small package options are also available for ceramic and tile samples.