Freight Glossary

Visual glossary of freight

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  • Accessorials: Accessorials are extra shipping services performed by the carrier (for example, providing a jigger/pallet jack).
  • Adjustments: Adjustments are any inconsistencies between the actual shipment and what is stated on the BOL (Bill of Lading). They may result in additional charges for the shipper.
  • Agent: An agent does business on behalf of another entity (a person, or a company), with full or limited decision-making power. In freight shipping, an agent might perform freight quoting, or supervise different procedures, such as(...)
  • Appointment: A date and time for delivery of freight, as set between the consignee and the carrier. The carrier may call the consignee before the delivery, in addition to adhering to the exact date and time.
  • Axle Load / Axial Weight: Axle load, or axial weight, is the weight limit allowed for each axle over the highways.

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