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Careful Carriers’ fleet is designed to be flexible, enabling us to provide a cost effective and flexible transport solution to suit our clients’ requirements.

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When it comes to transporting and logistics management of refrigeration and air conditioning units, CAREFUL CARRIERS is the undisputed industry leader. With our specially designed fleet fitted with air suspension and many other unique innovations we have dominated this field for over 30 years and are the trusted logistics partners of most major refrigeration manufacturers.

Combine our specialised fleet and personalised service ethos with our world class and asset management facilities at strategic points across South Africa and you have an effective and streamlined logistics solution.

Some examples of the types of products we handle regularly include:

Allowing CAREFUL CARRIERS to handle your warehousing and distribution frees you up to focus on your core business.

CAREFUL CARRIERS is widely known as a full-feature logistics partner that provides fit-for-purpose logistics solutions. Our warehousing, stock management facilities and high standards of hygiene and cleanliness have made us a first choice of freight company for the non-perishable foods industry (non-refrigerated).

Our facilities and trucks are kept clean and all foods are treated hygienically and in accordance with industry standards and regulations during loading, offloading and transportation.

Our cross-docking services, receiving consignments in bulk and ensuring the distribution of break-bulk to different destinations, while also combining goods from different destinations into transport vehicles or containers to the same destination reduces storage costs and inventory holding.

Our facilities are operated by trained and dedicated employees who are enabled by tried and tested systems, and deploy safe and purpose-built materials handling equipment. By offering consolidated operations, we allow greater efficiency in warehousing, achieving tangible cost savings for our clients.

CAREFUL CARRIERS has the capability to seamlessly integrate logistics services where needed. We offer a total transport solution including countrywide delivery, offloading, warehousing, as well as stock and asset management expertise.

Through our large national network of warehouse and storage facilities, CAREFUL CARRIERS is able to offer our clients storage space located close to their largest customer base. This translates into reduced costs and enhanced service levels for our clients, as they meet the demands of their customers.

CAREFUL CARRIERS identifies itself as a logistical partner providing cost effective savings to both large and small businesses. From manufacture to point of delivery according to client specifications.

CAREFUL CARRIERS is the first-choice for many large supermarket and retail chains when it comes to delivering new equipment. Often these are sensitive pieces of equipment or other fragile loads that require extra care. With our specialised fleet fitted with air-suspension and other unique innovations we make 100% sure that your equipment arrives intact. Once on-site we also offer offloading services with our crane or tail-lift fitted trucks. With our dedicated site-crews we will even place your equipment at previously demarcated areas ready for installation by your technicians. Examples of the type of deliveries we do include:

 

  • Display Fridges
  • Supermarket Trolleys
  • Supermarket Shelving
  • Shopfitting – check out points, bulkheads, etc
  • Self Contained Refrigeration Units
  • Under-Bar Fridges
  • Cookers
  • Food Preparation Appliances

CAREFUL CARRIERS are experts at fragile shipping and the undisputed industry leader in the field.

Our entire fleet is specially outfitted with air suspension that drastically reduces shocks and vibrations to your cargo. As such we are uniquely positioned to offer the scientific and medical communities a tailor-made service when it comes to transporting your typically high value and sensitive equipment.

Our drivers are of an exceptionally high standard many of who have been with us for more than 20 years. They are not motivated by or monitored on the kilometers that are driven per month, but by the quality of the deliveries achieved.

Choose CAREFUL CARRIERS for peace of mind.

For 30 years CAREFUL CARRIERS have been considered the premier distribution partner when it comes to transporting fragile equipment in Southern Africa. This includes the aviation industry. Whether you need to transport a jet engine or a helicopter we can and have done it. With our specially fitted air suspension our fleet is uniquely suited to transporting sensitive equipment. Combine this with our crane and tail lift fitted trucks and forklifts for loading and offloading and you can rest assured that your cargo will reach its destination safely and intact. CAREFUL CARRIERS for complete peace of mind and personalised service.

CAREFUL CARRIERS is widely known as a full-feature logistics partner for the manufacturing industry that provides fit-for-purpose logistics solutions. Our warehousing and inventory management facilities and purpose designed fleet are perfect for manufacturers of especially sensitive equipment like electronics and refrigeration.

Our cross-docking services, receiving consignments in bulk and ensuring the distribution of break-bulk to different destinations while also combining goods from different destinations into transport vehicles or containers to the same destination, increases delivery speed and reduces storage costs and inventory holding.

Our facilities are operated by trained employees who are enabled by tried and tested systems, and deploy safe and purpose-built materials handling equipment. By offering consolidated operations, we allow greater efficiency in warehousing, achieving tangible cost savings for our clients.

CAREFUL CARRIERS has the capability to seamlessly integrate logistics services where needed. We offer a total transport solution including countrywide delivery, offloading, warehousing, as well as stock and inventory management expertise.

Through our large national network of warehouse and storage facilities, CAREFUL CARRIERS is able to offer our clients storage space located close to their largest customer base. This translates into reduced costs and enhanced service levels for our clients, as they meet the demands of their customers.

CAREFUL CARRIERS identifies itself as a logistical partner providing cost effective solution to both large and small businesses. From manufacture to point of delivery according to client specifications.

Examples of the types of deliveries we do include

  • Cooling Towers
  • Hot Water Vessels
  • Supermarket Shelving And Trollies
  • Display Fridges
  • Beverage Coolers
  • Vending Machines
  • Cold Rooms
  • Refrigeration Plants
  • Air-conditioning Units

 

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WHY CHOOSE US?

 Customer Care and Confidence – a dedicated ops centre. Careful Carriers’ reputation for going above and beyond the call of duty on every load underpins every load.

OUR DRIVERS

CAREFUL CARRIERS’ drivers are of an exceptionally high standard many of who have been with us for more than 20 years. They are not motivated by or monitored on the kilometers that are driven per month, but by the quality of the deliveries achieved. Some examples of the quality standards that CAREFUL CARRIERS observe are:

  • To mitigate against fatigue, driver kilometers are limited to well below the recognised standard in the transport industry, per month.
  • Strict guidelines are observed regarding the maximum number of hours that the driver is behind the wheel before resting.
  • Trips are meticulously planned to allow drivers ample time to reach a destination ensuring punctuality and avoiding the need to rush.
  • All drivers carry cell phones ensuring constant contact with our head office to fine tune delivery arrangements.
  • All vehicles are fitted with satellite tracking for maximum vehicle and product protection.
PERSONAL SERVICE

At CAREFUL CARRIERS we pride ourselves on providing the absolute best personal service possible as we strive to be one of the leading logistics companies in South Africa. From the management to individual drivers we are all committed to treating your products or cargo with the utmost care and give you peace of mind concerning the transportation of your goods. Every single shipment is assigned to a dedicated operator who takes personal responsibility for planning each trip and making sure that all deliveries are accounted for and reach their destinations on time and intact – from loading to delivery. It is this ethos of personalise service that sets CAREFUL CARRIERS apart. To us it’s all about building long-term lasting relationships with our clients.

SPECIALISED TRUCKS

CAREFUL CARRIERS’ fleet is designed to be flexible enabling us to provide a cost effective and flexible transport solution to suit our Clients’ requirements. Since our inception, CAREFUL CARRIERS has specialised in servicing the refrigeration and air-conditioning industries, and our vehicles are purpose built to suit the industry with features such as:

  • Industry specific deck lengths of vehicles
  • Volume based vehicle specifications
  • Soft air-suspensions
  • Hydraulic tail lifts for offloading, alleviating fork lift requirements
  • Low deck heights for ease of offloading and abnormal height loads
  • Innovative “Double Decker” trailers for cost effective deliveries
  • An in-house maintenance workshop to maintain strict service schedules.
  • All vehicles are fitted with satellite tracking for maximum vehicle and product protection