Navigating the freight and logistics industry can be challenging, especially when faced with various specialized terms and services that play a role in shipping processes. Understanding these terms is crucial for effective communication and decision-making in logistics. Easyloadpro.com, powered by Cashfreight.com software, offers a full suite of advanced tools that streamline and simplify freight management. To help you better understand the freight industry, we've compiled a glossary of key freightLearn key freight terms and discover how Easyloadpro.com, powered by Cashfreight, simplifies logistics with features like PowerPay, PowerNegotiator, LoadBook, InLoadChat, and more. terms—complete with insights into the innovative features that Easyloadpro.com provides, such as PowerPay™, PowerNegotiator™, OfferUp-OfferDown™, LoadRate™, LoadBook™, DisputeSolver™, and InLoadChat™.
1. Accessorial Charges
Additional fees charged by carriers for services beyond basic transportation, such as liftgate services, waiting time, or inside delivery.
2. Bill of Lading (BOL)
A legal document and contract between a shipper and carrier that details the type, quantity, and destination of the goods being shipped. It acts as a receipt of shipment and provides proof of the agreement for transportation.
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3. Carrier
A company or individual responsible for transporting freight. Carriers can be trucking companies, independent drivers, or even maritime, air, and rail companies.
4. Consignee
The person or company receiving the shipment upon delivery, also known as the receiver.
5. Deadhead
Miles traveled by a truck without carrying any load, usually on a return trip. Deadhead miles result in lost revenue and increased costs.
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6. Full Truckload (FTL)
A shipping method in which an entire truck is used for a single shipment. FTL shipping offers direct transit, faster delivery times, and reduced handling.
7. Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)
A type of shipping used for smaller loads that do not require a full truck. Multiple shipments from different shippers are combined into a single truck to save costs.
8. Small Truck Load (STL)
A shipment that is larger than a parcel but not big enough to require an entire truck. STL provides the advantage of dedicated transportation without the cost of FTL.
9. Freight Class
A classification used to determine shipping rates based on factors like density, weight, and stowability.
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10. Freight Broker
A third-party entity that acts as an intermediary between shippers and carriers to arrange the transportation of goods. Easyloadpro.com offers a DIY broker model, allowing shippers to manage loads without needing traditional brokers.
11. Freight Forwarder
A company specializing in the logistics of shipping goods, often internationally. Freight forwarders handle transportation arrangements, including storage, insurance, and customs.
12. InLoadChat™
A communication tool on Easyloadpro.com that enables direct, real-time communication between shippers, carriers, drivers, and receivers. InLoadChat™ helps reduce miscommunication, ensure prompt responses, and improve coordination during the shipping process.
13. Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)
A shipping method for loads that do not require a full truck. LTL shipments are combined with others, reducing shipping costs but often resulting in longer delivery times due to multiple stops.
14. Line Haul
The process of moving goods between two major locations or terminals. Line haul costs are determined based on distance and weight.
15. Load Rate
A rate assigned for shipping freight. Load rate is typically calculated based on weight, mileage, and freight class.
OfferUp-OfferDown™: Easyloadpro.com’s OfferUp-OfferDown™ allows shippers to post loads at a specific rate. Carriers can offer lower rates to secure the load, while shippers can counter or accept offers, providing a transparent way to establish fair rates and save money.
16. LoadBoard
An online platform used by shippers, carriers, and brokers to post and find available loads. Easyloadpro.com provides an integrated load board for shippers to connect directly with carriers and book the best option.
17. LoadBook™
A feature that allows for automatic documentation through Easyloadpro.com. LoadBook™ ensures that all paperwork, agreements, and load documentation are handled automatically, reducing the administrative burden.
18. Detention
Fees charged when a driver is delayed at the loading or unloading point beyond the agreed-upon time. Detention fees compensate carriers for lost time.
19. Liftgate
A hydraulic lift attached to the back of a truck, used to lift heavy items from ground level to the truck. Liftgate fees apply when the service is requested.
20. PowerPay™
An automated payment system that processes payments between shippers and carriers on Easyloadpro.com. PowerPay™ ensures that carriers are paid promptly upon successful delivery, reducing disputes and ensuring reliable service.
21. Drayage
The transportation of freight over short distances, often as part of a longer haul, such as moving goods from a port to a warehouse.
22. Hot Shot
A term for time-sensitive shipments that are moved quickly, often by smaller trucks. Hot shot loads are often used for urgent deliveries, such as parts for manufacturing or construction projects.
23. Pallet
A platform made of wood or plastic used for stacking goods, making them easier to load, unload, and move with forklifts. Palletized loads are often more secure and easier to handle.
24. DisputeSolver™
A feature on Easyloadpro.com designed to assist in resolving disputes between shippers and carriers. DisputeSolver™ uses documented communication, such as InLoadChat™, and load data to provide transparency and quick resolution to issues like damage claims, delays, or payment discrepancies.
25. Third-Party Logistics (3PL)
Companies that offer logistics services including freight brokerage, warehousing, and transportation. 3PL providers are used to outsource logistics management and streamline the shipping process.
26. Reefer
A refrigerated truck or trailer used to transport perishable goods. Reefers are commonly used in the food and pharmaceutical industries to maintain specific temperature ranges.
27. LoadAssist™
A feature provided by Easyloadpro.com that helps shippers with automated load posting, suggesting optimal rates, equipment types, and best practices to attract carriers while ensuring the load is listed professionally and competitively.
28. Tariff
A document outlining the terms and conditions of a carrier’s services, including shipping rates and any applicable fees. Tariffs are used to standardize pricing and clarify the cost of transport.
29. PowerNegotiator™
A tool on Easyloadpro.com that allows for automated rate negotiation between shippers and carriers. PowerNegotiator™ uses real-time data to adjust rates based on supply, demand, and market conditions, ensuring shippers secure the best possible rate while providing carriers with fair compensation.
30. Last Mile Delivery
The final step in the shipping process, where the freight is delivered to its final destination, often a business or consumer’s residence. Last mile delivery is crucial for customer satisfaction, especially in e-commerce and retail.
31. Pay-As-You-Go
A payment model where shippers and carriers are charged based on their usage of services, rather than paying a fixed monthly subscription. Easyloadpro.com offers a pay-as-you-go model, making it cost-effective for shippers of all sizes by eliminating subscription fees and allowing users to pay only for the loads they move.
Conclusion for Freight Terms
The freight industry uses specialized terminology to describe different aspects of the shipping process, and understanding these terms is essential for effective logistics management. Easyloadpro.com, powered by Cashfreight, offers a modern approach to freight management, with features like PowerPay™, PowerNegotiator™, OfferUp-OfferDown™, LoadRate™, LoadBook™, DisputeSolver™, and InLoadChat™ that make freight shipping easier and more transparent.
Whether you're shipping a Full Truckload (FTL), Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), or Small Truck Load (STL), Easyloadpro.com provides all the tools you need to manage your logistics efficiently and cost-effectively. By providing shippers with direct access to carriers, automated payment, and communication tools, Easyloadpro.com is leading the charge in simplifying and improving freight management for businesses of all sizes.
Visit Easyloadpro.com today to learn more about how our features can help you navigate the freight industry with ease and efficiency.
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