Knowledge Base

OS/OW Transport Knowledge Base

Comprehensive guides, regulations, and best practices for oversize and overweight transport operations.

OS/OW Overview

Fundamental concepts and definitions

1 articles

Regulations & Permits

Federal and state regulations

1 articles

Safety & Equipment

Safety requirements and equipment

3 articles

Weight Limits & Calculations

Weight limits and bridge formulas

1 articles

Fines & Penalties

Violation costs and penalties

1 articles

Specialized Transport

Wind turbines and special loads

1 articles

All Articles (8)

OS/OW Overview

Understanding OS/OW Permit Requirements

Complete guide to oversize and overweight permit requirements across North America.

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By SolTec Team
Weight Limits & Calculations

Federal Bridge Formula Calculations

How to calculate maximum allowable weights using federal bridge formulas.

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By SolTec Team
Safety & Equipment

Pilot Car Requirements by State

Comprehensive breakdown of pilot car requirements across all US states.

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By SolTec Team
Specialized Transport

Wind Turbine Blade Transport Challenges

Specialized techniques for transporting wind turbine blades up to 80 meters long.

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By SolTec Team
Fines & Penalties

Common Permit Violations and Fines

Most frequent violations in oversize transport and their associated penalties.

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By SolTec Team
Regulations & Permits

State-by-State Permit Processing Times

Current processing times for OS/OW permits across all US states and Canadian provinces.

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By SolTec Team
Safety & Equipment

Bridge Load Analysis Best Practices

Essential techniques for bridge assessment and load validation.

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By SolTec Team
Safety & Equipment

Escort Vehicle Equipment Requirements

Complete guide to escort vehicle equipment and certification requirements.

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By SolTec Team

Emergency Contacts

SolTec 24/7 Support

FMCSA

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

US DOT

US Department of Transportation

CVSA

Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance

Featured Resources

Permit Guidelines

Complete guide to OS/OW permit requirements across all jurisdictions

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Weight Regulations

Understanding weight limits, bridge formulas, and axle configurations

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Safety Standards

Essential safety requirements and equipment specifications

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Knowledge Articles
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Jurisdictions Covered
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Years Experience
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Projects Completed

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