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Volume LTL Shipping Trends for 2024

Parcel Shipping vs. PTL: Making the Cost-Effective Choice

October 16, 2024

TL;DR: When deciding between parcel shipping and partial truckload (PTL) shipping, consider your shipment size, frequency, and cost-efficiency. Parcel shipping is ideal for smaller, individual pack…

Partial Truckload Guide

When Is Partial Truckload Shipping the Right Choice?

October 12, 2024

TL;DR: Partial truckload (PTL) shipping is ideal for businesses that frequently ship moderate volumes of freight, typically ranging from 5 to 21 pallets. It’s a cost-effective solution for shipping…

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How Partial Truckload Shipping is Shaping the Future of Logistics

October 8, 2024

TL;DR: Partial truckload (PTL) shipping is revolutionizing logistics by offering a flexible and cost-effective solution for businesses. By consolidating shipments and maximizing truck capacity, PTL…

Maximizing Efficiency in Volume LTL Shipments

Maximizing Efficiency in Volume LTL Shipments

January 8, 2024

TL;DR: Maximizing efficiency in Volume LTL shipping reduces costs and improves customer satisfaction. This guide covers strategies like route optimization, technology utilization, and strong carrie…

Consolidation Strategies for Partial Truckload Efficiency

Consolidation Strategies for Partial Truckload Efficiency

January 4, 2024

TL;DR: Partial Truckload (PTL) consolidation combines shipments from different shippers on a single truck, optimizing space and reducing costs. This strategy is ideal for shipments larger than LTL …

The Role of Freight Class Shipping in Volume LTL Shipping

The Role of Freight Class in Volume LTL Shipping

December 20, 2023

TL;DR: In Volume LTL shipping, freight class determines shipping costs and affects space utilization on trucks. It’s based on factors like density, stowability, and handling needs. Accurate classif…

Differences Between Partial Truckload and Volume LTL Shipping

Breaking Down the Differences: Partial Truckload vs. Volume LTL Shipping

December 14, 2023

TL;DR: Partial Truckload (PTL) is a shipping method for mid-sized loads that don’t require a full truck but are larger than typical LTL shipments. It’s cost-effective, with reduced handling and pot…

Partial Truckload Shipping for High Value and Fragile Shipments

Securing Your Cargo: Partial Truckload Shipping for High-Value or Fragile Shipments

December 8, 2023

TL;DR: Partial Truckload (PTL) shipping is ideal for high-value or fragile cargo, offering a secure and cost-effective option between Less Than Truckload (LTL) and Full Truckload (FTL). PTL provide…

Benefits of Partial Truckload Shipping for Small Businesses

The Benefits of Partial Truckload Shipping for Small Businesses

October 3, 2023

TL;DR: Partial Truckload (PTL) shipping is ideal for small businesses with shipments larger than Less Than Truckload (LTL) but not requiring a full truck. PTL offers cost savings by sharing truck s…

Unlocking Cost Savings with Volume LTL Shipping

Unlocking Cost Savings with Volume LTL Shipping

October 3, 2023

Volume Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipping is a logistics solution that provides cost-efficient transportation for larger, non-full truckload shipments. It allows businesses to secure dedicated spac…