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Consolidation of Loads in Transit

11th September 1942
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Page 20, 11th September 1942 — Consolidation of Loads in Transit
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I T has been reported that a certain concern of aerodrome contractors is insisting on full calibrated measure on delivery at the site and is not satisfied by assurances and proof that the correct measure was checked when the • vehicle wasloaded at the pit. The difference is, 'of course, accounted for by the consolidation of the load in transit and by the draining away of moisture.

• The Weights and Measures Inspectorate has been asked for guidance on the matter and, in the meantime, all concerned are reminded of a table of • percentage consolidation (reproduced below), which was issued by the Board of Trade towards the end of 1938.

The results arc, of course, averages in respect of normal traffic conditions and special circumstances might warrant an increase in the percentage allowances for intermediate mileages. For instance, journeys over rough roads would make consolidation much more rapid than would be the case over smooth roads. The maximum consoli dation would, however, be unlikely to increase except in the case of sand and ballast loaded in a very wet condition.

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