My company needs trucks at the same time every month
Dedicated trucking schedules for Connecticut businesses that ship monthly.
Your business ships the same amount of freight every month. You need trucks on specific days. Regular freight companies can't guarantee you'll get a truck when you need it in Connecticut.
This happens when your business relies on monthly shipping cycles but uses spot freight carriers. Spot carriers serve whoever pays the most that week. During busy seasons or tight capacity, your regular shipping dates get bumped. You're competing with hundreds of other shippers for the same trucks.
Dedicated trucking contracts solve this problem. You pay a monthly rate for guaranteed truck capacity on your schedule. Costs typically run 10-15% higher than spot rates, but you eliminate the risk of missed shipments. Larger monthly volumes get better pricing. Routes along I-95, I-91, and I-84 in Connecticut often qualify for dedicated service.
Set up a dedicated trucking agreement this month. Gateway Distribution builds custom routes around your shipping calendar. You get the same drivers and trucks every time. No more competing for truck space or scrambling when carriers cancel. Your dedicated trucks show up on your schedule, whether you're shipping from Hartford to the West Coast or Bridgeport to the Southeast.
Your monthly shipping becomes predictable. You know exactly when trucks arrive and depart. Your customers get consistent delivery dates. Your warehouse staff can plan around fixed pickup times.
Other things people in Connecticut ask
oversized freight shipping
Flatbed trucks handle oversized cargo like machinery, steel beams, and construction equipment. Get the exact dimensions and weight before you call. Gateway Distribution specializes in flatbed transport for oversized freight that won't fit in enclosed trailers.
LTL vs full truckload
Use LTL for shipments under 10,000 pounds or less than 12 pallets. Full truckload makes sense for 15+ pallets or when you need faster transit. LTL costs less for small shipments but takes longer due to multiple stops.
dedicated trucking cost vs regular shipping
Compare your total monthly freight spend to a dedicated contract. Include the hidden costs like delays, damage, and staff time spent booking trucks. Most companies with 20+ shipments per month save money going dedicated.
expedited freight shipping cost
Expedited freight typically costs 50-150% more than standard shipping, depending on how fast you need it. Same-day service costs the most. Get quotes from multiple carriers and ask exactly what expedited means - some just mean faster loading, not faster transit.
flatbed vs enclosed trailer shipping
Use flatbed for anything over 8 feet tall, oddly shaped, or needing crane loading. Enclosed trailers protect from weather but limit height and loading options. Measure your cargo first, then pick the trailer type.
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Gateway Distribution handles full truckload (ftl) in Connecticut and the area around it.