Crude oil is the backbone of our society. It’s used in nearly every facet of life, from manufacturing to transportation. However, before it can be used, it needs to be processed and refined, which requires oil field hauling services to take it from the Alberta oilfields to the oil refineries.
Let’s take a closer look at the process of hauling crude oil.
Crude Hauling 101
The process of hauling crude oil is the complex process of transporting unprocessed petroleum products to oil refineries and other processing facilities. Hauling oil by truck is the most flexible option for transportation as it can go wherever there is a road, as opposed to trains or pipelines which are restricted to where the rails or pipes go. That means oil field hauling services are an essential part of the industry infrastructure.
Oil field hauling is a process that involves a long list of safety and logistics considerations. The environmental impact is always a big concern, given how much damage an oil spill can do.
How Hauling Services Support Oil Field Operations
Specialized Equipment
Maintaining a professional fleet with the right commercial equipment is a key part of any oil field hauling service. Crude oil hauling requires specialized equipment to transport safely and effectively, and that equipment needs to be in good condition. Regular maintenance and safety inspections are part of keeping a fleet in pristine condition so as to avoid costly breakdowns and damage to the environment.
Logistic Management
Transporting crude oil efficiently relies on exceptional logistics. Managing the supply chain and meeting deadlines is crucial in any transportation service, and especially so when transporting unrefined petroleum products.
Successful logistics management and planning for crude oil includes:
Routing planning
Examining traffic and road conditions
Navigating regulatory restrictions
Scheduling delivery times
Regulatory Compliance
Crude oil spills are disastrous for the environment. When transporting petroleum, trucking and transportation companies are held to the most stringent environmental restrictions. These include applying preventative measures and ensuring all equipment is regularly inspected.
Safety
When transporting crude oil, safety is of the utmost importance to avoid costly damage and protect the environment. Crude oil haulers must prioritize strict safety measures at every step of the transportation process.
Safety practices followed by oil field hauling services include:
Comprehensive training for staff drivers
Detailed emergency protocol
Strict equipment maintenance
Advanced monitoring
Optimal route mapping
Contact H. Christianson Trucking
H. Christianson Trucking has been a trusted company to provide oil field hauling services for Hanna, Brooks and Drumheller since 1967. We offer a safety-focused service with well-trained drivers who adhere to the highest safety standards. You can rest assured that your product will be transported in a safe and efficient manner. We are COR-certified, ISN-certified, and Complyworks certified, which lets you know you can trust us.
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