Intro to modes

Question 1

LTL

Answer 1

Less than truck load -
6 pallets or less
12 linear ft
less than 6000 lbs

Question 2

Volume LTL & Partial TL

Answer 2

6-14 pallets
6,000lbs to 26,000lbs
12ft - 26ft of space
Volume LTL uses LTL CARRIERS
Partial Truckload uses TRUCKLOAD CARRIERS

Question 3

Truckload

Answer 3

(FTL)
Dedicated truck to one client
Trailer is sealed and freight should not be moved
26 – 52 pallets
Stackable vs. non-stackable
Take up to 53ft of space
Weigh up to 45,500lbs

Question 4

Intermodal

Answer 4

Freight moving via the rail
long haul shipment
cheaper due to less fuel usage
longer transit 
cannot exceed 43,000lbs

Question 5

What Is Drayage?

Answer 5

Portion of the intermodal shipment where freight is on a truck

Question 6

International

Answer 6

Ship internationally via air or ocean
Handle both imports and exports
Must touch the US at some point*

Question 7

Expedited

Answer 7

Services include:
White Glove - extra component "home placing"
Exclusive Use - chose FTL not LTL
Trade Shows
Guaranteed Options - Date specific

To move an expedited shipment you must know the following: Dimensions
Lead Time
Equipment Needs
Time of Day / Week / Month