Your company needs trucks at the same time every month?
Dedicated trucking schedules for Wisconsin businesses with regular shipping needs.
Your business ships the same freight volume every month in Wisconsin. You need trucks on specific dates but regular carriers can't guarantee availability. When you compete for truck space with other shippers, your schedule gets disrupted.
This happens when your business has predictable shipping cycles but you're using spot freight or shared trucking services. Food manufacturers, industrial suppliers, and seasonal businesses often face this problem. Regular freight companies book trucks first-come-first-served, so you end up waiting or paying premium rates during busy periods.
Dedicated trucking contracts typically cost 10-15% more than spot rates but eliminate scheduling uncertainty. The investment depends on your monthly freight volume and route complexity. Companies shipping 4-8 full loads per month usually see the best value. Routes along I-94 between Milwaukee and Madison or I-90 through Wisconsin Dells often work well for dedicated service.
Set up a dedicated trucking agreement with Gateway Distribution. You get the same drivers and trucks on your predetermined schedule. The trucking company builds routes around your shipping calendar, so you never compete for truck space. Your drivers learn your facilities and requirements, making loading faster and more reliable.
Your monthly shipping runs on autopilot. Trucks arrive when you expect them. Your warehouse staff knows exactly when to prepare loads. Customer deliveries happen on schedule without last-minute scrambling for available trucks.
Other things people in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin and the area around it.