Oversize concrete beam snaps in half during heavy hauler’s left turn

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  2. 201

    201 Road Train Member

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    It's a bit ironic the sign in the background, no? Where's your messiah now, eh? Someone got some 'splainin' to do.:dontknow:
     
  3. Grouch

    Grouch Road Train Member

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    Hope the trucking company has good insurance. Just think about what the final costs are going to be.
     
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  4. mjd4277

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    That’s actually the first time I’ve seen or heard about a concrete beam falling off,let alone breaking!!
     
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  5. Long FLD

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    Blocked the intersection going to the Menards DC and Dakota Panel. Lol. Bet they were thrilled.
     
  6. 201

    201 Road Train Member

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    Possible flaw in the beam itself?
     
  7. Tb0n3

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    I think it fell off the dolly and they're a lot weaker in the sideways direction so when it hit the ground all wonky it just split apart.
     
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  8. Grumppy

    Grumppy Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    Noooo, it didnt break in half.

    It broke about 1/3.... pffff
     
  9. RockinChair

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    Not at all. Load securement is the responsibility of earthly humans, not the Lord.
     
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