QUEBEC 2022 SPRING THAW FROST LAWS

Reduced tandem axle weight of 15,500 kg; Down from 18,800 kg

Reduced tridem axle weight for 2.4m < 3m axle spread of 18,000 kg; Down from 21,000 kg

Reduced tridem axle weight for 3m < 3.6m axle spread of 21,000 kg; Down from 24,000 kg

Reduced tridem axle weight for 3.6m - 3.7m axle spread of 22,000 kg; Down from 26,000 kg

Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailer and its load alone. The assumption for the assignment is that the trailer weighs 3,554 lbs.

Metric to imperial calculation is based at 2.2046

Ibs. per kilogram.

For the following activity, you will explain the most efficient trailer loading pattern.

Please show your work when answering the questions.

(10 marks) Load a 53-foot tandem axle air ride dry van for shipment from Toronto to Montreal. Determine the load planning configuration to get the maximum number of boxes into the trailer.

1. You will be using CHEP pallets (48"40 x6" & 60 Ibs each) to load your products on before loading the trailer. How many pallets will fit into the trailer?
2. Using cartons that measure 12-inch x 12-inch x 12-inch (L x W x H), how many cartons of product can you fit onto each pallet?
3. How many cartons can you fit into the trailer without overhanging the sides of the pallets (No loose cartons are permitted)?

i. If the maximum total weight of product that can be carried inside the trailer is

41446 Ibs, and assuming that all cartons weigh the same, what is the maximum weight in pounds of each carton (rounded down to the nearest pound)?

k. How will the total weight of the shipment be impacted during spring thaw season in Quebec BASED ON 2022 LIMITS (rounded down to the nearest pound)?