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<u>Email from Regina Marrone on 7/23/25</u>

Hi Team,

I want to send a quick reminder about unit width limits, prompted by the upcoming shipment of '''Load E883''', which was built at '''144.5 inches wide'''.


'''Why This Matters:'''

Any load over '''102 inches (8 feet 6 inches)''' in width is considered '''oversize (OD)''' in every state. That means even if a unit is 103" wide, it's subject to:

:'''•	Permitting requirements'''

:'''•	Daylight-only travel restrictions'''

:'''•	No weekend or holiday movement''' in most jurisdictions

:'''•	Route restrictions''' and bridge/clearance checks


We try to keep all units at '''143 inches or less''' because '''144 inches (12 feet)''' is a critical regulatory threshold. Once a load hits 144" or more:

:'''•'''	It enters a higher risk/penalty category

:'''•'''	Many states begin to require '''escort vehicles'''

:'''•'''	Freight costs rise significantly due to extra coordination, permits, and escorts


'''Real-World Example – Load E883:'''


Load E883 was built at '''144.5" wide''', pushing it over the 12-foot mark. As a result, it now requires:

:'''•	Permits in every state along the route'''

:'''•	Escort vehicles''' in several states

:'''•'''	Compliance with '''restricted travel hours'''

:'''•'''	An estimated '''$1,000–$1,500 increase in freight cost'''


This one example highlights why we don’t build right up to the 144" limit — there’s no margin for error, and the smallest overage can have significant downstream impact.


'''Design Guideline:'''

:'''•'''	Please '''design and quote units at 143" or less'''

:'''•'''	Coordinate early with Transportation if wider designs are being considered

:'''•'''	Verify final specs before release to avoid costly oversize surprises


Thanks for your attention to this. Even one inch can make a big difference when it comes to shipping efficiency, compliance, and cost.


Best regards,


Regina Marrone

Transportation Manager

P: (770)489-0716  Ext. 1718

F: (678) 766-1039