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Moving Large Items and Equipment? Here’s What You Need to Know

Long-distance moves often involve more than boxes and furniture. Vehicles, gym equipment, pianos, and even backyard playsets require extra care—and sometimes extra planning. That’s where Atlas Van Lines Canada comes in.

With decades of experience, a trusted national network, and crews trained to handle specialty items, we help ensure that your large and unique belongings arrive safe, secure, and ready to use in your new home.

 

What Counts as a Special Item?

Some items are just too large, delicate, or valuable for a standard moving process. These include:

  • Vehicles (cars, motorcycles, boats, ATVs)

  • Pianos (upright, baby grand, concert grand)

  • Pool tables and home gyms

  • Outdoor playsets and swing sets

Every one of these requires the right equipment, protective materials, and experienced movers—and that’s exactly what Atlas provides.

 

Vehicle & Equipment Transport Across Canada

Moving a car, motorcycle, or boat? Atlas can arrange secure enclosed or open-carrier shipping to your new address.

For motorcycles, our movers:

  • Drain the fuel before transport

  • Use a ramp and straps to secure the bike

  • Wrap fragile or protruding parts (with your permission)

We also coordinate boat transport as part of your full household move or as a separate shipment. Either way, we’ll walk you through how to prep your boat for long-distance travel.

 

Piano Moving You Can Trust

Pianos require more than strength—they demand skill. Our piano movers use:

  • Proper dollies and padded wraps

  • Floor protection at both locations

  • Piano boards for safe stair navigation

  • Interior trailer strapping to prevent shifting

For larger instruments like concert grands, we work with specialized crews to carefully disassemble and reassemble your piano.

 

Pool Tables, Home Gyms, and Backyard Equipment

We also manage the moving of:

  • Pool Tables: Disassembly and reassembly with trusted experts

  • Home Gym Equipment: Secure transport for treadmills, ellipticals, and weight machines

  • Playsets & Swing Sets: We coordinate disassembly and professional reassembly so your kids feel right at home

If additional expertise is required, your local Atlas agent will connect you with our network of trusted specialists.

 

Planning a Long-Distance Move?

No item is too big or too unique for our team. With professional support from coast to coast, Atlas Van Lines Canada is ready to move every part of your life—with confidence.

Atlas Canada Announces Acquisition of Orbit Brokers

Oakville, ON. January 1, 2025

 

Atlas Canada, a leader in relocation and logistics services, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Orbit Brokers, a respected provider of customs brokerage services. This strategic acquisition, effective January 1, 2025, will enhance Atlas Canada’s ability to deliver seamless customs clearance solutions for clients across Canada and the United States.

 

Expanding Capabilities and Supporting Atlas Canada’s Agent Network

Orbit Brokers specializes in handling both commercial and personal customs clearance needs, offering efficient and compliant import solutions into Canada. With their expertise in navigating complex Canadian import regulations and providing local delivery services, Orbit Brokers enhances Atlas Canada’s ability to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end logistics solutions.

 

“We are thrilled to announce that Orbit Brokers has been acquired by Atlas Van Lines, a leader in the industry,” said Clayton Castelino, President of Orbit Brokers. “This exciting new chapter opens incredible opportunities for our team, clients, and partners. We are pleased to join forces with Atlas, and we look forward to combining our expertise and values to provide even more innovative, seamless, and reliable services to our clients worldwide.”

 

This acquisition not only broadens Atlas Canada’s capabilities in customs clearance but also positively impacts Atlas’ trusted agent network by enabling them to offer expanded services to their clients, including streamlined supply chains and optimized customs processes. As part of this integration, Orbit Brokers will report into Connect Logistics, a division and company of Atlas Canada. This alignment strengthens Atlas’ operational framework, allowing Orbit Brokers to enhance the value provided to Connect Logistics’ current and future clients while contributing to innovative solutions that optimize supply chain efficiency and ensure seamless customs clearance services.

 

Fred Haladay, President & COO of Atlas Canada, remarked: “Orbit Brokers’ proven track record in customs brokerage perfectly complements our service model, ensuring our agents and clients benefit from an integrated, seamless solution for all relocation and logistics needs.”

 

By integrating Orbit Brokers’ personalized approach, advanced expertise, and technology-driven solutions, Atlas Canada reinforces its commitment to delivering improved delivery options, streamlined processes, and exceptional value to its agents and clients alike.

 

About Atlas Canada

Since entering the Canadian market in 1963, Atlas Canada has become the nation’s largest long-distance residential and corporate mover, with more than 100 trusted moving agents across the country. Alongside its relocation services, Atlas Canada provides comprehensive logistics solutions, delivering seamless supply chain management and specialized freight handling. This combination of relocation and logistics expertise ensures Atlas Canada meets diverse client needs with unmatched efficiency and reliability. For more information, visit www.atlasvanlines.ca.

 

About Orbit Brokers

Orbit Brokers, founded in 1988, is a family-owned Canadian company specializing in customs brokerage services, including commercial and personal shipments. Orbit Brokers has been integral to clients’ supply chain strategies across Canada and the US for over 30 years. Their commitment to innovation and tailored solutions has earned them a reputation for excellence in the logistics industry. For more information, visit www.orbitbrokers.ca.