Shipping and logistics is confusing. There is a whole lot of terminology that gets thrown around to refer to different modes, trailer types, fees, everything else. Two terms that seem to go hand in hand are intermodal and drayage trucking. It is to the point that it almost seems like
It can be tough to get proper flatbed freight shipping. There are many moving pieces involved and plenty of options available. So, let’s first answer the question of why use flatbed? Flatbed is often used to ship freight that cannot be shipped in a standard dry van container. This can
This week, September 13–19, is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Becker Logistics would like to express our gratitude to each and every one of the 3.5 million truck drivers out there. Each one of you plays a vital role in the supply chain. You are keeping the world spinning by
Intermodal transportation is simply when freight is shipped by more than one mode. This means the freight is transferred across trucks, rail, sea, or air. The complexity of intermodal can vary wildly and can involve several shipping providers. It is important to offer quality shipping service in order to make
Glendale Heights, IL—August-18, 2020 — Food Logistics, the industry’s only publication dedicated to food and beverage supply chains, has named Becker Logistics to its 2020 Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers list. The Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers recognizes leading third-party logistics and cold storage providers in the food and beverage industry. “Today’s 3PLs and cold storage providers
There are hundreds of thousands of food grade carriers out there operating. How do you know which ones you can trust? Whether you are a shipper or 3PL, there are measures that should be in place to ensure quality food grade shipping. At Becker Logistics we have developed some processes
Shipping frozen food freight can be quite challenging and very expensive. This is due to the fact that the freight needs to be kept below freezing for every step of the supply chain. While in storage, waiting to be picked up, in transit, and after it is delivered. Just like
Finding and Setting up with a trusted freight carrier is an essential step in the supply chain for any organization. A freight carrier is a company responsible for physically moving the product from point A to Point B via air, sea, or land. Most freight carriers are small businesses, in
In retail distribution, timing is everything. When shipments arrive late, shelves sit empty, promotions fall short, and customers turn elsewhere. For transportation and logistics managers,
If you have ever received an LTL shipping invoice that was higher than expected, you are not alone. Many shippers run into unexpected charges due
Fuel price uncertainty is one of the biggest challenges facing today’s supply chains. One week, rates feel manageable. The next, rising diesel costs push transportation