In the selection of motor carrier equipment, the dimensions, weights, handling facilities, and type of equipment to be loaded shall be considered.

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(2) Loading of IPE on carrier equipment shall be in accordance with the applicable tariff

and/or regulatory directive. If this is not available, loading shall be in accordance with

instructions of the carrier's representative.

(3) Securing of loads shall be by means of approved tie-down devices giving due

consideration to the item(s) as prepared for shipment, the carrier equipment being used, and

instructions of the carrier's representative. If no blocking and bracing is accomplished, this fact

should be indicated on the GBL or other shipping documents.

(4) IPE with a high center of gravity shall be given particular attention in securing it to

carrier equipment to eliminate or reduce the hazards that are inherent in transporting this type of

equipment.

(5) The responsible transportation element for the shipping activity shall provide accurate

weight information on shipping documents, bills of lading, and related papers. When exact

weights are unknown, the estimated weight shall be used in accordance with AR 55-355.

d. In the selection of motor carrier equipment, the dimensions, weights, handling

facilities, and type of equipment to be loaded shall be considered.

(1) The "high-cube" type trailers are similar in length to flat-bed, open-top, or standard

closed trailers.

(a) The front of the trailer can only be utilized for items approximately 6 feet (1.829m)

long since the additional foot is required for blocking.

(b) The rear portion of the trailer that is 31 feet (9.449m) is reduced to 29 feet

(8.839m) of loading area due to loss for blocking material.

type trailers are not recommended for use.

(2) The heavy or specialized carriers make use of "flat-bed" and "low-boy" type trailers

which are particularly advantageous since the trailer equipment is designed for movement of TPE

and heavy material.

(a) The low-boy trailer is adaptable for loading and handling equipment with a high

center of gravity.

(b) The use of these types of trailers will also require protection from the elements;

therefore, the final step in preparing IPE would be covering it with waterproof tarpaulins, vinyl

coated fabric covers, or nylon reinforced laminated plastic sheets.

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