Dry Van
Enclosed trailer for general freight that does not require temperature control.
Educational resource center
Learn the desk before you work the load.
Practical explanations for new dispatchers, owner-operators, and carrier staff. These resources are educational—not legal, safety, tax, or regulatory advice.
Equipment basics
Know what you are booking.
Confirm exact dimensions, capacity, condition, cargo restrictions, and insurance before accepting any load.
Reefer
Temperature-controlled trailer for freight that must stay within specified conditions.
Flatbed
Open-deck trailer for freight that may require securement, tarps, and careful dimensional planning.
Step Deck
Open-deck trailer with a lower main deck for taller freight, subject to size and permit requirements.
Box Truck
Straight truck with the cargo box attached to the same chassis; capacity and operating requirements vary.
Power Only
Tractor service using another party's compatible trailer under agreed terms.
Basic load planning
Five checks before commitment.
- 1Confirm the truck
Equipment, location, available hours, preferred lanes, and home-time needs.
- 2Qualify the load
Broker identity, commodity, weight, appointments, rate, payment terms, and special requirements.
- 3Count every mile
Include deadhead and repositioning when comparing the real rate per mile.
- 4Protect the schedule
Check lawful Hours-of-Service feasibility, traffic, weather, parking, and appointment risk.
- 5Document the facts
Keep the rate confirmation, BOL, POD, time stamps, receipts, and relevant messages organized.