{"id":2118,"date":"2023-09-15T13:17:48","date_gmt":"2023-09-15T17:17:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vanbruntwarehouse.com\/?p=2118"},"modified":"2023-09-15T13:17:48","modified_gmt":"2023-09-15T17:17:48","slug":"overweight-containers-what-are-they-how-should-they-be-handled","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vanbruntwarehouse.com\/vi\/overweight-containers-what-are-they-how-should-they-be-handled\/","title":{"rendered":"Overweight Containers – What Are They? How Should They Be Handled?"},"content":{"rendered":"

To maximize loads while minimizing costs, it\u2019s important to make the most out of every container. To do so, you need a logistics partner with the network to move your container seamlessly through the warehousing, distribution, and handling stages. Van Brunt Logistics & Warehousing provides comprehensive service for overweight containers<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Is an Overweight Container?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Overweight containers exceed prescribed weight limits. In order to legally transport them in trucks or load them on ships, you need customized equipment and special permits. Each state has its own laws, so it\u2019s important to choose a logistics partner with the knowledge and experience to move your goods from state to state and along the last mile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s the Difference Between Land and Sea Weight Limits?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

State weight limits for trucks depend on the type, number, and configuration of axles. States have varying limits, but many states allow a five-axle tractor-trailer to haul up to 80,000 pounds of cargo, according to the US Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration<\/a>. Work with our team to understand our strategy for maximizing loads without skirting state regulations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For ocean shipping containers, according to the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) convention, shippers have to report the verified gross mass (VGM) of each container before it\u2019s loaded. This requires calibrated equipment to do the job properly. Our team can provide the details on how we calculate this requirement in your distribution<\/a> plan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Handling Overweight Containers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We use cranes, side loaders, container jacks, and follow industry best practices to safely load and unload overweight containers. Here are some tips on proper handling for your massive cargo units:<\/p>\n\n\n\n