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Amber

It’s Easier Than You Think to Ship a Large Item

Posted Wednesday, March 5th, 2008 by Amber
Filed under: LTL Shipping

UPS, FedEx and other express carriers only accept packages up to 150 pounds. For shipments over 150 pounds, it’s easier and cheaper to ship LTL (less than truckload). You don’t have to own a large company, or own a company at all to utilize LTL shipping. Whether you are selling your dining room suit, or own a furniture store, shipping LTL can help anyone. The carriers that provide these services are networked nationwide. Unless you ship a large volume on a regular basis, you will receive the list price with no discounts. One way to avoid this is to go through a freight broker. A freight broker negotiates discounts that you wouldn’t other wise receive with the carrier, while also taking the head ache out of shipping. A freight broker takes care of everything from scheduling the pickup to confirming delivery.

Access America Transport discounts range with regional, super-regional and national carriers, giving you the right carrier for the right price.

With our full service online shipping tool, Access Manager, you can get quotes, compare pricing, and book your load online at any time, from anywhere. Quoting is always free. No hidden charges, and there will be no surprises when you receive your bill. Through Access Manager, you can also see your shipments’ status.