Full Truckload

Full truckload planning with the shipment requirements defined first.

FTL coordination begins with understanding the commodity, equipment needs, facility constraints and delivery expectations — before recommending capacity or confirming a rate.

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When this service fits

Full truckload is typically the right choice when a shipment fills or nearly fills a trailer, when the commodity requires exclusive use of the equipment, or when transit time and handling requirements make shared space impractical.

  • Shipments that fill or nearly fill a 48- or 53-foot trailer
  • Commodities that require exclusive trailer use
  • Time-sensitive freight where direct transit matters
  • Freight that cannot be handled or stacked with other shipments
  • Loads with specific temperature, security or equipment requirements
  • Recurring lanes where consistent capacity planning is valuable

Equipment considerations

Dry Van
Enclosed trailer for general freight that does not require temperature control or open-deck loading. Standard for most manufactured goods, packaged products and palletized freight.
Refrigerated (Reefer)
Temperature-controlled trailer for freight with specific temperature requirements. Requires confirmation of temperature range, pre-cool requirements and any continuous monitoring needs.
Flatbed
Open-deck trailer for freight that cannot be loaded through a standard trailer door — oversized equipment, building materials, machinery and similar commodities. Securement requirements vary by load.

Information needed to plan the shipment

Accurate shipment information is the foundation of a reliable freight quote. Incomplete or estimated details lead to rate adjustments, equipment mismatches and execution problems.

Commodity
Description, NMFC class if applicable, any hazmat classification
Weight
Total shipment weight including packaging and pallet
Dimensions
Length, width and height of each piece or pallet
Pickup address
Full address, dock or no-dock, appointment requirements
Delivery address
Full address, dock or no-dock, appointment requirements
Ready date
First available pickup date and any hard delivery deadline
Equipment type
Dry van, reefer or flatbed — and any specific trailer requirements
Loading method
Live load, drop trailer, floor load or palletized
Special requirements
Temperature range, securement, team driver, liftgate or other needs

WW&J execution approach

Every FTL shipment follows the same structured approach — confirm the requirements, match the right capacity, communicate milestones and resolve exceptions without making the customer chase an update.

Understand
Confirm commodity, weight, dimensions, equipment, facility requirements and delivery expectations.
Plan
Identify appropriate capacity, confirm equipment availability and establish the operating timeline.
Execute
Coordinate pickup, confirm driver and load details, and communicate the shipment plan.
Update
Share milestones, changes and exceptions proactively — without waiting to be asked.
Resolve
Present facts, options and next actions when the transportation plan changes.

Frequently asked questions

When is full truckload the right choice?
FTL is typically appropriate when a shipment fills or nearly fills a trailer, when the commodity requires exclusive use of the trailer, or when transit time and handling requirements make shared space impractical.
What equipment types does WW&J coordinate for FTL?
WW&J coordinates dry van, refrigerated and flatbed equipment depending on the commodity, dimensions and handling requirements of the shipment.
What information is needed to plan an FTL shipment?
Commodity description, weight, dimensions, pickup and delivery addresses, facility requirements, appointment preferences and any special handling or equipment needs.
Does WW&J own trucks or trailers?
No. WW&J is a freight broker. We coordinate transportation through qualified carriers in our network.

Have an active or recurring FTL lane?

Share the lane details. WW&J will review the shipment requirements and outline the right next conversation.

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