Also there is an imbalance of freight moving into the Pacific Northwest
Are these rates good? We also use LTL on occasion to send our finished goods, but use LTL frequently to receive our raw materials fabrics, leather, frames, etc. Do they have good low claims ratio, modern clean equipment, and finacial stability? While is an important consideration, keep in mind that the lowest price is not always the best price. Also there is an imbalance of freight moving into the Pacific Northwest so rates will generally be higher going Northbound than coming the other direction.
Whos responsible for having the proper class on the bill? Our trucking company is always blaming our vendor for not entering it right, but it seems to me the trucking company should correct this. Are these rates good? We also use LTL on occasion to send our finished goods, but use LTL frequently to receive our raw materials fabrics, leather, frames, etc. You might find something cheaper through broker but is it worth the risk?
As you noted, you do have six months to have your bills audited and file an overcharge claim against the carrier for any refund. Most have rate look up capability on their websites as well as free rate software that they will give you. For full explanation of the LTL classification system check the NMFTA website at you can send me complete descriptions of the commodities involved can correctly classify them for you.
Because they work on volume basis however dont expect them to go to lot of trouble for all concerned.
You not be able to control your vendors description on the bill of lading but your invoices and other documentation can prove what the freight actually is.
A word of caution however dont be blinded by big discount percentage. Whos responsible for having the proper class on the bill? Our trucking company is always blaming our vendor for not entering it right, but it seems to me the trucking company should correct this. Also there is an imbalance of freight moving into the Pacific Northwest AND to the Midwest. Do they have good low claims ratio, modern clean equipment, and finacial stability? While is an important consideration, keep in mind that the lowest price is not always the best price.
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