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Probably no surprise to most readers that prices for goods and services are increasing. It seems weekly prices go up. The tight labor market, with many workers opting to stay home instead of going back to work, has employers scrambling to fill positions. To compete for employees; higher pay and incentives are often needed leading to increased labor costs for many companies. Trucking companies fiercely compete for the best drivers. Often these added costs are passed on to consumers.
Another factor leading to higher costs is the reduced capacity in the trucking industry. Many trucking companies went out of business in 2020 and capacity is limited. Shippers are having a tougher time finding qualified carriers leading to higher rates to move their products.
These factors are a cause but the increase in fuel prices is having the most damaging effect on consumers. The chart below shows data compiled by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) for average diesel fuel prices nationwide. It is hard to believe but since November 2020 diesel fuel prices have increased 41%. This has damaging effect on transportation companies locked into contracts with large customers where the fuel adjustment does not cover rapidly escalating fuel prices. For trucking companies to survive these costs must be passed along creating a more devastating effect on the economy and hard-working Americans.
Weekly U.S. No 2 Diesel Ultra Low Sulfur (0-15 ppm) Retail Prices (Dollars per Gallon)
Where are these increasing fuel prices taking the U.S. economy? Time will tell. It is a scenario that is trending in the wrong direction. Remember we are all in this together and everyone is feeling the pain.
At Full Tilt Transportation and Full Tilt Logistics, we are continuing to fight the battle in challenging times. Our customer service is the best in the industry with well-trained competent employees with excellent interpersonal skills. Our prices are competitive, and our reliability is something other freight companies strive for. For the best bang for the shrinking buck contact Full Tilt today for all your transportation needs.
At Full Tilt, we have two companies involved with moving freight across the country. Full Tilt Transportation, the asset-based company staffed with professional drivers and a fleet of power units and trailers, and Full Tilt Logistics, the freight brokerage company. People often ask, “What is a freight broker?” Well, here is the answer….
A freight broker is someone who assists shippers with freight ready to haul by finding carriers who are qualified to haul the load. They are responsible for brokering deals with shippers and then facilitating the movement of a shipper’s freight. Good brokers are responsible for keeping a line of communication open with the carrier to update the status of the shipper’s load. Brokers arrange the transportation and track the load hauled by a carrier. The responsibilities of a freight broker are not limited to connecting carriers with shippers. They must communicate with both parties and track the load to verify pickup and delivery. A freight broker serves as a liaison between shippers and carriers.
Brokers make it easier for shippers to find quality carriers that are proven to be reliable in hauling a load since most shippers do not have the experience or time to determine if a carrier can perform the task. Freight brokers also help carriers earn more by having available loads to haul.
Freight brokers looking to move freight need to find carriers who are available to haul a load. Broker load boards are used by freight brokers to connect with the freight carrier and are one of the easiest ways to network and build a carrier base.
Using a load board, freight brokers can quickly find approved carriers who may be interested in hauling a load by posting the load details onto a load board and then contacting carriers who may be qualified to move the load. Time is money and the more loads a freight broker can move, the more they can earn, placing a premium on the use of load boards.
Convenience and Higher Level of Service - When working with a broker the shipper can make one call and have confidence their load will be moved by a reliable carrier. With frequent communication regarding the status of a shipment.
Large Carrier Network - Established brokers like Full Tilt Logistics typically have carrier networks of more than 10,000 approved carriers able to ship any type of freight.
Increased Productivity and Reduced Costs - Partnering with a broker can eliminate the need to hire more employees and can improve productivity during a shipper’s busiest times.
A freight broker earns money by finding a carrier willing to move freight for less than his customer is willing to pay to ship the freight. This difference creates a profit for the freight broker known as the margin.
Is this company financially stable? Are they paying their carriers in a timely manner? Ask to see their most recent credit report or pull it yourself from Dun and Bradstreet.
What type of insurance does this broker provide from General Liability to Cargo? Ask to see copies of their insurance documents.
How do Brokers Select their Carriers? All brokerages have minimum requirements and contracts that carriers are required to sign. Request a copy of the new carrier packet that they send out to make sure it meets all your corporate needs.
Full Tilt has the experience, knowledge, and carrier base to handle every aspect of your shipping needs. Our employees are well trained in the business with excellent customer service skills. Working with Full Tilt will prove to be a valuable resource for your company big or small.
To find out why partnering with Full Tilt is the right solution for your business, connect with Full Tilt Logistics today.
Planning every aspect of your trade show logistics or expo logistics is sometimes a nightmare. It's essential to communicate with each venue and the event staff, all while making sure critical event deadlines are met at each stop. These are just a few of the significant responsibilities Full Tilt Transportation can help you excel at.
One vital aspect of a successful tour, show or exposition is getting everything from one location to the next in a safe and timely manner. You need a transportation company that thrives under pressure and takes pride in exceeding your logistics expectations and deadlines every time.
You know that when it comes to meeting deadlines and getting the job done right that you need experience, flexibility, customer service, and frequent communication. These are all factors that separate good and bad logistics and transport companies from one another. Chances are good that you have critical time requirements. If your logistics company can't meet a deadline, everyone suffers.
Monster Jam is an example of logistics done right. Recently, Full Tilt Logistics is actively coordinating with Monster Jam and providing logistical support. Our prime objective is to ensure that the tour's equipment gets from point A to point B in the most efficient and economical way possible. Like many clients, Monster Jam's standards and expectations are demanding, regardless we are up to the challenge. Full Tilt's dedicated drivers work full time for Monster Jam, moving their equipment across the country. We regularly shuttle equipment to and from event sites and make sure all of the logistics are in order.
Monster Jam is often referred to as the "super bowl of monster trucks," featuring drivers who compete in Racing and Freestyle Championships. A Monster Jam engine will generate 1,500 horsepower, thanks to a blower that forces air and fuel into the engine. It is powered by methanol fuel, consumed at the rates of three gallons a minute from a specially constructed safety cell. The truck utilizes a four-link racing suspension with four main bars that link the front and rear axles to the frame. It rides on clusters of nitrogen-charged shocks that offer 30 inches of travel in the suspension.
At Monster Jam shows, monster trucks face off in two different forms of competition - Racing and Freestyle. The smaller shows feature a wheelie competition and or a donut contest. The goal in the wheelie competition is to hit a ramp and get big air while remaining perpendicular to the ground. In the donut competition a driver tries to spin their truck until he/she gets dizzy, the truck can't go anymore, or they think they have a high enough score to win. Side-by-side racing or traditional heads-up tournament racing requires that the first truck to cross the finish line can't move onto the next round until it is eliminated or wins the racing trophy by winning the Championship race. The freestyle competition allows drivers two minutes on an open floor to show off their skills as they drive the trucks over cars while completing stunts and tricks with their trucks.
The event itself dates back to 1992, but today the show is massive. Monster Jam travels throughout the United States and Canada putting on massive shows to sold-out arenas. Monster Jam holds shows throughout the year, with more shows during the winter than the summer. Locations also range around the world. Europe, Australia, Mexico, Costa Rica, Philippines, Saudi Arabia and recently Japan have all played host to Monster Jam. The culmination of all this global action occurs in Las Vegas at the Monster Jam World Finals where the best of the best come out to compete.
Moving Monster Jam Equipment is a massive undertaking. Putting things in perspective is important here. Each Monster Jam truck is approximately 10.5 feet tall, 12 feet wide, 17 feet long and weighs 12,000 pounds. The BKT tires are 66 inches in diameter and 43 inches wide, inflated to 16-20 psi pressure and (with wheel) weigh 800 pounds each. The driver’s compartment is a steel safety structure, built from tubing and mounted to the truck frame. The truck bodies are custom-built and constructed of fiberglass. To move these requires some specialized consideration.
Monster Truck logistics needs are similar to trade show logistics needs. Both typically entail the movement of large, oversized or specialty pieces of equipment on tight deadlines. On average Monster Jam drivers are on tour for around 25 weekends out of the year. However, some do as many as 40 weekends. This means that teams are constantly on the move and required to meet strict deadlines.
But how do you transport something as massive as a monster truck? You won't find a monster truck rolling down the highway, so how's it done? To transport a monster truck requires a specially prepared trailer. These trailers are massive and include spare parts and as many as two trucks. Fitting the truck inside of the trailer requires removing the monster sized tires. These are massive and require some special handling. The actual truck component of the monster truck rides on a toter-tire. These are considerably smaller, making it easier for the truck to fit inside of the trailer. Depending on the setup most everything travels in one or two enclosed trailers.
Streamlining, consolidating and outsourcing your logistics processes can result in huge long term financial savings and better overall client service. Connect with Full Tilt Logistics and learn what a dedicated expo logistics and trade show logistics transportation company can do for you. We're here to help you achieve your overall shipping needs across the United States. We are always happy to answer any and all shipping and logistics related questions and provide you with the best customer service!
Please take a few minutes to find out a little about Full Tilt Logistics and why we are the best logistics partner you will ever have. Full Tilt is a family owned business that believes in doing the right thing. Our culture reflects this in everything we do. We are consistent and transparent and treat all parties fairly, honestly and with dignity.
Full Tilt was founded by a third-generation Nevada native to address the poor levels of customer service he encountered daily in the four previous logistics companies he worked with. Recognizing that larger companies viewed their customers as just another number, he vowed to start a company that would do better and treats every customer with the respect they deserve.
The freight carriers and supply chain business is based on relationships, right? How many times have you heard that one? Companies peddle their sales and marketing pitches all the time, but they never talk about communication, transparency, and trust. Business relationships are essential for a strong partnership; however, these relationships must be developed. Only when you establish a foundation of trust and transparency can a meaningful relationship be established.
Our goal with our customers is always a win-win outcome. Cultivating and nurturing strong relationships takes time and effort, but it pays off. While price is important, working with a freight carrier provider you trust will reduce risk and the cost of doing business in the long term. We work hard for long term relationships. A relationship is a two-way street and you get back what you put in. See what our customers are saying at www.fulltiltlogistics.com.
To demonstrate our confidence in providing the highest level of customer service available and a fair price for our freight carriers services, we promise to do what we say or you pay nothing! When a new customer books five loads with Full Tilt, if for any reason a load is not delivered on time that load is free!
Try and find any other company willing to do this. Contact us to take advantage of this limited time offer.
