LTL Freight
What is LTL Freight and Consolidation?
LTL consolidation is a shipping solution that combines multiple less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments from different shippers into a single shipment, thus maximizing space and reducing costs. In LTL shipping, goods from multiple shippers are combined onto one truck, and each shipper is only charged for the space their shipment occupies. This means that if a shipper doesn't have enough items to fill an entire truck, they may end up paying more for the extra space.
With LTL consolidation, several small shipments are grouped together into a larger, consolidated shipment. This allows shippers to share the cost of transportation, making it a more cost-effective option for businesses with smaller loads. LTL consolidation can help businesses save money on shipping costs, reduce their carbon footprint, and ensure timely delivery of their goods.
LTL Freight Tracking
Track goods real-time with Auge Co’s LTL freight tracking solutions. Transparency in freight shipping shows insight into when consolidated shipments will arrive to enhance efficiency and reduce lags in the supply chain.
How LTL Freight Works
Schedule a Pickup: Call Auge Co at (210) 640-9940 to schedule a pickup time or request LTL freight services
Cold Storage and Dry Storage Handling: Goods are delivered to one of our cold storage or dry storage facilities, depending on your needs.
Consolidated Shipping: We combine smaller shipments into a single larger shipment for transportation, improving efficiency in transportation
Delivery: Receive real-time tracking and temperature-controlled assurance for delivering goods to their final destination
Frequently Asked Questions about LTL Freight Shipping
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LTL stands for “less-than-truckload” and FTL stands for “full truckload”. LTL freights won’t fill up a truck. With LTL consolidation, multiple LTL freights are combined to fill up a larger truckload for more efficient deliveries. For example, instead of three trucks carrying smaller loads, the goods can be consolidated into one single large truck, filling the truck for a single shipment.
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Consolidating multiple loads into a single delivery can both reduce costs and enhance efficiency. Less resources are needed on a single delivery than are required for multiple deliveries. By consolidating, all goods arrive at the same time in a single transport, also saving time before arrival, which can improve supply chain efficiency.
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