Logistics Services
Less Than truck Load
Consolidated Shipments
UTB Logistics: Cost-Effective Shipping Solutions For Smaller Freight Not Requiring an Entire Truck.
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UTB Logistics excels in Less Than Truckload (LTL) services, specializing in consolidated freight transportation that can significantly reduce your shipping costs and overall logistics expenses. Tailoring to your transit time requirements, we offer standard, guaranteed, and time-critical services. We recognize that customer service is critical in every step of the LTL transportation service, and our dedicated team is more than ready to assist you throughout the entire process.
UTB Logistics And Our Extensive Coverage
UTB Logistics has established strong business partnerships with national, regional, and local providers, enabling us to offer extensive coverage across the United States, including Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico, as well as Mexico and Canada. Some of our key partners include Forward Air, ABF Freight, XPO SAIA, AAA Cooper, FedEx Freight, Carrier Sterling, UPS, and TForce Freight, along with Averitt Express and Southeastern Freight Lines. Our dedicated team, composed of LTL Logistics Specialists, ensuring end-to-end traceability for each shipment, providing comprehensive support and proficiency throughout the logistics process.
Less Than Truck Load Services
Standard Service
Suitable for shipments where pick-up and delivery times are not the primary concern offering a balance between cost and transit time.
Guaranteed Service
Shipment with a specied delivery timeframe, if failed to do so, certain compensation may be provided.
Time Critical
Shipping option that prioritizes expedited delivery to meet tight deadlines. This service is designed for shipments that require a faster transit time than standard or guaranteed services.
Why choose our Less Than Truck Services?
With over 20 years of experience, our team of logistics professionals relies on a robust and extensive network of business partners.
Our strong relationships empowers us to expertly handle your LTL shipments in Mexico, United States and Canada.
We prioritize your operations. Our dedicated Logistics Support team, provides a seamless and personalized experience from inquiry to delivery.
Diverse shipping services, ranging from cost-effective standard options to guaranteed and time-critical solutions, all tailored to meet your unique requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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LTL (Less Than Truckload) is a ground transportation service designed for shipments that don’t completely fill a truck. It’s ideal for small or medium-sized loads that share space with other goods, allowing for cost savings without sacrificing safety or efficiency.
When to use LTL?
- When your load weighs between 150 and 15,000 pounds.
- If you don’t need a full truck and want to pay only for the space you use.
- When you’re looking for an economical option for frequent or partial-volume shipments.
- For deliveries with pickups or special destinations: residential, fairs, airports, construction sites, CFS, trade shows, among others.
Types of LTL we offer at UTB Logistics:
- Standard LTL
- Reefer LTL
- Hazmat LTL
- Time-Critical LTL
In addition, we have digital tools that allow you to quote your LTL shipment in less than 3 seconds.
The LTL (Less Than Truckload) service of UTB Logistics is a flexible and economical option for transporting goods that don’t require a full truckload. It’s ideal for companies that ship frequently, with moderate volumes, or to multiple destinations.
Some types of goods you can move in LTL:
- Palletized boxes, packages or pallets
- Dry goods: paper, textiles, plastics, spare parts, hardware
- Refrigerated or frozen food (with Reefer LTL option)
- Chemicals or hazardous materials (Hazmat LTL)
- Electronics, technology, medical supplies
Merchandise with delivery to special locations:
- Airports
- Tradeshows
- CFS (Container Freight Station)
- Residencial zone
- Construction sites
With UTB Logistics, you can quote your LTL shipment online in less than 3 seconds, compare rates, choose your service type, and schedule your pickup in minutes.
In LTL (Less Than Truckload) services, the maximum weight allowed per shipment unit is usually determined by the carrier’s policies and the capacities of the loading and unloading equipment. At UTB Logistics, we handle LTL services with national and international coverage, and these are the reference values:
Maximum weight per unit in LTL:
- Recommended weight per pallet or unit: up to 3,000 lbs (1360 kg)
- Recommended height per pallet: up to 96 in (8 ft / 2.43 m)
For loads exceeding these limits, we recommend using a Full Truck Load (FTL) service or a specialized solution such as oversized LTL or LTL with special permits.
Important: All loads must be properly packaged and palletized to prevent damage during shared transport.
We also offer solutions for Hazmat, Reefer, and Time-Critical cargo within the LTL.ia framework, including their classification, risks, and proper handling, allowing us to guarantee safe transportation in compliance with the law.
LTL (Less Than Truckload) is an efficient and cost-effective solution for companies that don’t need a full truck to move their cargo. By sharing space on the truck with other shipments, you can access competitive rates.
Main advantages of LTL transportation with UTB Logistics::
- Cost savings: You only pay for the space your cargo uses, significantly reducing the price compared to FTL shipping.
- National and international coverage: Service available in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, with connection options to ports and airports.
- Specialized options: Transportation of Hazmat, Reefer, time-critical cargo, and more..
- Special access: Deliveries and pickups in residential areas, trade shows, construction sites, trade shows, and more..
- Fast online quotes: With our self-service platform, you can quote in less than 3 seconds, compare rates, and schedule your shipment in minutes.
Is LTL the right option for your business?
Contact us and a specialized advisor will help you identify the best logistics solution for you.
