Freight shipping methods
There are a variety of service options for freight shipping. The most appropriate choice for your cargo will depend on its size and weight.

Less than truckload
Less than truckload (LTL) is meant for shipments that are larger than a parcel but not big enough to occupy an entire truckload trailer. LTL shipping is usually applied to cargo consignments that weigh between 150 and 15,000 pounds.

Full truckload
Full truckloads are pallets or bulk consignments that are sufficiently large to warrant the use of a full semi-trailer and typically weigh over 15000 pounds. Since most of the space in the trailer is used, full truckloads are relatively inexpensive. They also limit the chances that the freight could be damaged in transit.

Partial truckload
Partial truckloads offer clients the freedom to share the cost of a single truck with other clients. Since the shipping cost is split between several parties, the strategy is remarkably cost-efficient. Partial truckloads work best if the shipment weighs more than 5,000 pounds or six pallets.

Intermodal Shipping
Intermodal shipping usually combines two modes of transport (rail and trucks). However, there are also situations where it involves the use of at least three means of transportation. It is a reliable and fuel-efficient freight shipping strategy.

Expedited Freight
Expedited freight applies to time-sensitive shipments that must quickly reach their target destinations. Merchandise that belongs to this category is usually transported by road or air freight. Delivery times can be as short as 24 hours or extended to three days based on the freight transporter’s policy.