There I was, staring blankly at my dad to the age old question of, “Son, what the hell are you doing?” Using the side of a crescent wrench as a hammer seemed like a good idea to me. My old man didn’t quite agree. He thought I should use a hammer. Who knew? This story …
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If you’re looking around for a truckload rate, there are some things you need to have ready before getting an accurate quote. Truckload rates are totally different from LTL rates. Freight class, for one, is not considered in truckload shipping, but it plays a huge role in the pricing of a standard LTL quote. …
Breaking Down Driver’s Hours of Service As a transportation broker, I can easily break down the months of the year into Truckload Shipping Seasons. When I first started in this industry, I had to jump in and learn on the fly, so I quickly identified what months were the busiest times of the year. I remember …
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What is a standard pallet size? Pretty basic question, right? (Though maybe not if you’re shipping through the post office). Surprisingly, considering the size and scope of the freight and shipping industry, this information is not as known and available as one would hope. Crazy right? We’re talking about a global industry that rakes …
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Watch our video on Avoiding Holiday Shipping Delays! The holiday season comes each year and each year we are unprepared for its intensity. You could be trying to ship a mattress, or even ship an engine for all we know. Face it, the holidays are crazy. Call it a mix of too much family, alcohol, …