Tomorrow, January 7th, a large vessel will begin it's journey from Edmonton to Fort McMurray, passing through Beaver County. Please be aware of possible traffic delays along the route.
Quick Facts: The load being transported is a coker drum used in the oil refining process. The vertical pressure vessels are made of thick steel to withstand high heat and pressure. The drum is 8.7 metres wide, 10.2 metres high and 47 metres long. The weight of the unit is 444,144 kilograms. The trailer carrying the unit contains 192 wheels.
