The extended usage program helps to conserve fuel during the process of loading and unloading refrigerated boxcars. We appreciate your cooperation in implementing this program by following the policy and recommended best practices.
Origin EUF | Extended Use Fee: After 24 hrs = $210/day |
Upon placement, car can be turned ON for a maximum of 24 consecutive hours. | |
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Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding refrigeration units and/or extended usage fees, please call us.
Perishable Operations
800-303-3410
Customer Care & Support
800-272-8777
Accessorial/Demurrage
800-243-0890, Option 1
Offline Destination EUF | Extended Use Fee: After 72 hrs = $210/day* |
Upon placement, car can be left ON for a maximum of 72 consecutive hours * Based on monthly average dwell
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For example, if the refrigeration unit arrives at destination at 10:00 a.m. on Monday and the refrigeration unit is still running at 10:01 a.m. on Thursday, a $210 extended use fee will be applied that day and each additional day until the refrigeration unit is turned off. | |
Release Empty ON | Released with Unit ON = $315 |
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If a car is released empty with the refrigeration unit on, a fee of $315 will be applied. |
Best Practices
To avoid extended usage fees, Union Pacific recommends these best practices be followed when loading and unloading refrigerated boxcars:
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