Learn the fundamentals of freight shipping and how to calculate costs effectively. Explore FARO Logistics less-than-truckload (LTL) and air freight services, and take advantage of tools designed to simplify and streamline your shipping experience.
Learn how to accurately estimate shipping costs by considering key factors such as freight class, destination, transit time, and shipment size. Understanding these elements helps you budget effectively and plan logistics efficiently. Utilize specialized tools and calculators to obtain precise freight shipping rates, ensuring your shipments stay within budget and arrive on time.
Most products can be shipped by freight, with a few exceptions. Items like aerosols, fireworks, valuables such as jewelry, and perishables like meat and frozen goods have shipping restrictions. If you're sending products internationally, make sure to check any additional shipping rules for that country.
Parcels are regular shipments weighing less than 150 lbs, while anything heavier must be shipped as freight.
The freight shipping method you choose depends on how fast you need the delivery. For quick delivery, go with air freight. If you have more time, LTL shipping is a good choice. You can compare all freight shipping options with FedEx.