A simple, enclosed non-climate controlled rectangular trailer that carries general cargo, including food and other products that do not require refrigeration. Usually loaded/unloaded through the rear doors, requiring elevated access for forklifts to enter the trailer.

An open trailer is used for carrying construction materials and equipment and other objects of unusual size and shape. Flatbed. Can be loaded/unloaded from the sides or above, and does not require elevated access for forklifts

Hazardous materials. Explosive, flammable, poisonous, or otherwise potentially dangerous cargo. Large amounts of especially hazardous cargo are required to be placarded under hazmat regulations.

Less-Than-Truckload. Carrying less cargo than a full truckload weight for a customer. This includes shipping one package or half of a truckload.

Pickup and delivery.

The Refrigerated trailer has a cooling unit in the front and insulated walls. It’s like driving a giant freezer. These are usually used for perishable food items.

Full-Truckload. A full trailer-load of freight. Often called “FTL” or “Full Truckload”. If a shipment is FTL, then there is usually no additional handling between the shipper and the destination. TL Carrier – A trucking company that carries a single shipper’s freight on one truckload.

A company that will carry freight for any customer, as opposed to a private or dedicated carrier that only works for one customer.