Frost Restrictions for Transporting Heavy Loads

It’s almost Spring and that means Frost Restrictions in the Heavy Haul world. During the months of March through May of each year, many northern states and Canadian provinces restrict the axle weights allowable on public roads. Legal limits usually remain the same, but the routine permitted limits are restricted during this time. If you are moving or shipping heavy loads through northern regions, you must take these restrictions and the resulting added costs into consideration. You will need more axles to move these loads than you would at other times during the year, and that will always cost more. The worst case scenario is that the individual states may not grant a permit at all until the weather warms up. It is especially a good idea to consult an experienced heavy haul professional during this time of year to help you prepare for spring time shipping of heavy oversized loads.