11 Questions
What is the main benefit of partial shipments?
Lower cost compared to FTL shipments
How many pallets or pounds are typically involved in a Partial Shipment?
1-6 pallets OR 150-10,000 lbs
What is the primary difference between FTL and LTL drivers?
FTL drivers are regionalized with multiple stops, LTL drivers go everywhere nationwide
Under what circumstances is Partial Truckload shipping an alternative option?
When the shipment can be slightly larger than LTL shipments
What is the main benefit of Volume LTL?
Longer transit times, will usually move on 1-3 trucks
What is an example of information needed to run a Partial Shipment?
How many pallets and their weight
What is the primary characteristic of Volume LTL pricing?
Rates can change from week to week, month to month
What constitutes a Partial Shipment?
Partials are no greater than 32 feet or 25k lbs
What is the primary difference between Volume LTL and Partial Shipment?
More space taken up along with supply/demand
What determines the amount of space a shipment takes in a Dry Van?
(the longest side) x (width of the pallets)
When does a Partial Shipment typically require freight to be taken off the trailer and put back on?
Based on pickup and drop off routes of all partials on the trailer
Test your knowledge on partial shipments, quoting process, and the benefits they offer to customers. Learn about FTL, LTL, and the new Partial Team, as well as the differences between Full Truckload and Less Than Truckload shipments.
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