Working in the logistics industry, the word “peak season” gets thrown around a lot as the summer months approach. Historically, the months for peak season are from August to October as back-to-school starts and a slew of holidays follow. As to why peak season occurs? Read on!
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Shipping surcharges can be among the biggest reasons as to why your shipping costs increase dramatically. These surcharges are typically charged by private carriers when you ship an item and come in a variety of different forms. These different factors can quickly add up and make your shipping costs a lot more expensive than necessary.
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Loose cargo refers to cargo that does not require packaging, cargo that is weirdly shaped and cannot be shipped within containers, or cargo that cannot be strapped down to a pallet. It requires the use of specialized trailers, and often refers to bulk shipments.
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Deferred air freight may be a perfect option for shippers because they can diminish almost 40% to 60% of costs than a standard air freight.
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In domestic and international shipments, wood pallets are almost always used. It’s a necessary element that ensures the safety of any cargo being transported. But wood pallets often contain living insects and larvae, which need to be terminated by heat treatments or fumigation before the pallets can be used in the shipping process.
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