Roll Up Doors

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Table of Contents What are Roll Up Doors? Roll up doors, also known as coiling doors, operate by rolling up into a coil at the top of the door opening. They...

Lumper Fee

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Table of Contents What is a Lumper Fee? A lumper fee is an accessorial charge paid to third-party services, often referred to as lumpers, for the loading and...

Air Chute Reefer

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Table of Contents What is Air Chute Reefer Trailer? A chute, also known as a conveyor chute or slide-out chute, is a retractable ramp-like structure installed...

Hopper-Bottom Trailer

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Table of Contents What are Hopper-Bottom Trailers? Hopper-bottom trailers, often simply referred to as “hoppers,” are specialized trailers used...

Rate Confirmation Sheet

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Table of Contents What is a Rate Confirmation in Trucking? A Rate Confirmation Sheet, also known as a Load Confirmation or Rate Confirmation in trucking, is a...

DriverReach (Company)

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DriverReach began its journey in 2016, stemming from the vision to bridge a substantial technology gap in the trucking and transportation sector. Jeremy...

Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)

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Table of Contents Introduction to Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) The Auxiliary Power Unit, commonly known as the APU, is a vital piece of equipment in the...

Live Load

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Table of Contents What is Live Load in Trucking Live loads is the process of loading cargo directly onto a truck’s trailer in real-time. Unlike the drop...

Sleep Apnea

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Table of Contents What is Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by interrupted breathing during sleep. It occurs when the upper airway...

Defensive Driving

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Table of Contents What is Defensive Driving Defensive driving is a proactive approach to operating a vehicle, which involves anticipating and reacting to...

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