Delivering freight is no easy task. However, it is one that freight carriers are adept at completing. If you intend to get freight delivered in the near future, you will need a good understanding of your freight characteristics.
Let’s look at the different things to monitor and why it is so important.
Freight Characteristics You Need to Monitor
Some of the key freight characteristics you need to monitor include:
Size and Weight
It is vital for you to provide an accurate size and weight estimate for your freight. This information helps freight carriers plan for how your freight will be loaded onto trucks, as well which trucks are best suited for this purpose. This applies to both less than truckload (LTL) and full truckload (FTL) freight. If your freight exceeds a certain size and/or weight, you may need to deliver it through an oversized load trucking company.
Freight Location
It is vital for carriers to have an accurate idea of your freight’s pick up and delivery locations. Providing inaccurate or vague details about your location may confuse the carrier and cause delays in the delivery process. In addition to this, you may need to pay extra to have your freight delivered to the correct location.
Fragile or Perishable Goods
You should also inform carriers if you have any fragile or perishable goods in your freight. The carrier can then prepare accordingly with “fragile” stickers or expedited transportation for perishable goods.
It may also help to include some extra handling instructions, especially for freight that should not be stacked or moved from its upright position.
How a Freight Broker Can Help
Creating an accurate description of your freight can be challenging and time consuming. The good news is that a freight broker can help take care of some of these duties for you. They can help match you with an appropriate carrier for your freight and offer these vital details to them when planning for your delivery.
A freight broker can also identify any special needs or requirements you may have for your freight and arrange for a carrier accordingly.
Why Choose Action Transport Inc?
There are many freight brokers who offer services to clients across the country. However, few can match the level of quality and personalized services we offer at Action Transport Inc. We can help match you with one of the carriers in our extensive network and get you the best rates for your freight delivery.
Allow us to take care of the heavy lifting and find a carrier that can deliver your freight efficiently and safely. Please get in touch with us to learn more about our services and how we can assist you with identifying your freight’s characteristics.