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New research shows food and beverage shippers spend $6M a year on damaged freight.
Partial truckloads with truckload service.
Use our standard freight consolidation option—or ship your partial freight via shared truckload for more reliable, on-time service.
Just fill out this form to request a quote.
Big savings.
You fare better when you share. Pay less when you ship standard partial truckload with one of our vetted consolidators or upgrade to faster, terminal-free FlockDirect® service.
Reliable delivery.
Know exactly when your shipment will arrive with FlockDirect, and feel confident that you’ll hit your must arrive by date.
More options.
Move any load size with us —including partials with up to 6 more pallets and 12,500 more pounds than traditional methods.
Why move partials with Flock Freight?
1
Load to ride service.
Inefficient is insufficient. When traditional consolidation service won’t cut it, move partial and VLTL freight with truckload-quality service that keeps your goods on one truck.
2
Better than traditional consolidation.
Our algorithm matches you with shipments in real time, so your goods don’t wait days or weeks for another load going the same direction.
3
Less risk of damage.
By eliminating terminals with FlockDirect, you’ll see less damage on goods–and less damage on profits.
FAQs
What is partial truckload?
Partial truckload (PTL) refers to a shipping option between LTL and FTL that occupies a portion of a truck’s capacity. It is suitable for shipments larger than LTL but not requiring an entire truck, offering a balance between cost savings and faster transit times; however, it can be difficult to schedule a PTL shipment due to the niche requirements and limited carrier base willing to haul it.
What is freight consolidation?
Freight consolidation is the process of combining multiple smaller shipments into one full truckload (FTL). Typically, freight is picked up and brought to a consolidation warehouse in a central location for each shipment’s final destination. At that warehouse, the freight is unloaded, organized, and sent out for final delivery.
What is the benefit of freight consolidation?
Freight consolidation can offer benefits like reduced shipping costs, optimized use of cargo space, improved efficiency and streamlined logistics by shipping your freight out as soon as it’s ready — eliminating the need to have enough warehouse space to store it.
What are the risks of freight consolidation?
The risks of freight consolidation include potential delays, increased vulnerability to damage or loss, complex coordination, potential for errors in sorting or handling, and limited flexibility for individual shipment requirements.
What is an example of shipment consolidation?
Imagine a clothing boutique, electronics store, and bookshop sending their packages to a fulfillment center. There, the individual shipments are grouped together onto a single truck. This consolidated shipment is then shipped to its destination, where it is unpacked and distributed to each respective store.
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