Less-than-truckload logistics, terms, and options
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Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is a system of transporting a smaller shipment than a typical truck filled with one order.
Read Article →There are several types of freight including truck, rail, air, ocean, and pipeline. Get the lowdown on freight shipping: parcel, LTL, and FTL.
Read Article →When shipping LTL, you'll need a freight quote. A freight quote is what your shipment will likely cost you based on the information you give.
Read Article →In supply chain, understanding shipping density is key. We break down the formula for calculating density for less than truckload (LTL) shipping.
Read Article →Every item that is shipped in the United States is assigned an NMFC number, which stands for National Motor Freight Classification.
Read Article →With LTL shipping, you have a limit as to how much space you are allowed to occupy and limits on the weight that a shipment must hit.
Read Article →When creating an LTL freight quote, you will need to add accessorial fees. There are two separate types: Before The Fact and After The Fact.
Read Article →There are times when you have to have another carrier take over your freight to ensure that it gets there on time. This is rescuing freight.
Read Article →Freight carriers offer a variety of choices for transporting commercial shipments. Two common shipping options are LTL and FTL.
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