The Benefits of Flatbed LTL vs. Van LTL
Flatbed LTL is any type of shipment other than a Truckload that has to be moved in a side or top accessible trailer.
While all types of freight qualify for this service, certain shipments such as; Industrial Products, Machinery, Lumber, Various Metals or other items that would not fit on a normal 4’x4’ pallet, receieve the most benefit.
DOSS has 10 Locations all over the West Coast servicing all 5 states (Arizona,, California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington) daily. Handling over 60,000 shipments annually and have less then a .02% claim rate has us lead all other LTL carriers. We also have an on-time percentage of over 95% well within industry standards.
With various equipment types not limited to just flatbed we can handle any type of LTL delivery. Also, being asset based with a large fleet of our own trucks and access to other carriers for overflow, DOSS is the best choice for all industrial and flatbed LTL.
SERVICES
DOSS offers a wide variety of Flatbed service solutions. Our goal is to be your one supplier for everything Flatbed. Need a container from overseas unloaded and redelivered on a flatbed? We can do that. How about a Lease Program with a Driver & Vehicle? We can do that too. With over 30 yrs experience in the transportation industry we can also come up with a plan to handle any of your Logistics needs. Choose a Service below for more information.
LTL (Partial) Shipments
Guaranteed Freight Option
Expedited Shipments
Forklift Delivery (need page link/content)
Truckload Shipments
LTL (PARTIALS)
Rich Doss, Inc. introduced Flatbed Service to the expedited LTL transportation business over 25 years ago.
The versatility of our Flatbed Service combined with our attention to detail helps ensure our customers’ shipments arrive in the same state they were shipped, regardless of dimension or weight.
The constant demand for growth coupled with the need for next day and two day delivery has helped shape the future for DOSS. Our ever expanding service area now offers Overnight LTL shipments to over 75% of our delivery points and Two Day service to the remaining points.
Not to be limited, DOSS has the capability to move all other Quarter-Load to Truckload shipments across nation in order to reach destinations outside our normal LTL coverage areas all while providing an incredible claim rate less than 0.2%.
With each of our terminals being located in a major metropolitan area, we can assist you and your customers with quick, reliable LTL service, as well as additional specialized services such as Warehouse & Distribution, Logistics and the added service of Forklift Delivery. Terminals are listed below click on them for contact info and precise service areas for more information.
EXPEDITED SHIPMENTS
Have you ever been in a situation where your customer is screaming at you for that critical order, because there line is down, Production is halted and money is flying out the window and you didn’t know where to turn?
There is solution to your urgent situation and its name is:
DOSS EXPEDITED
Same day and next day service where you want and when you want it in California, Arizona and Nevada.
You provide the time and place and we provide DOSS EXPEDITED service which will not only meet your needs, but exceed them.
If your shipment doesn’t arrive on the day and time agreed to then your freight charges are zeroed out and it deliveries free of charge.*
TRUCKLOADS
Local & Regional Service – DOSS has its’ roots in Truckloads. For over 30 years we have had 40+ units running in California, Nevada and Arizona with regional Truckload freight. An extended equipment list that includes 125+ total Flatbeds, Curtain Vans, Consetogas and Drop Decks we can service any customer need.
Nationwide Service – F3 Systems, Inc. a Division of Rich Doss, Inc. can now handle all service of quarter loads to truckloads for all 48 states and all types of equipment not just Flatbeds, but Closed Vans too. We have a network of over 400 owner-operators & company trucks to get your freight to the right destination.
Expedited Service – Truckloads are a very affordable way to get freight to your customer in a timely fashion without the air freight price. With many vehicles and services at out disposal we can get you an expedited haul that will suit your needs.
Go to our Equipment section to see our available vehicle transport options and the Destinations section for delivery areas and schedules. Just give us a call at (800) 654-7200 and we’ll be happy to answer any questions you have or click here to submit one online.
If you are moving to a different state, the charges will be based on the weight of your
shipment and mileage—these are referred to as the transportation charges.
There are a variety of different moving charges that can potentially appear on your estimate,
so be sure to ask your relocation specialist to explain each charge for you.
Some additional charges that may appear include packing, crating, valuation or coverage,
bulky article charge (for oversized items), and extra labor. Again, please be certain you
fully understand these charges so that you can accurately compare the estimates you receive.
All movers are required to prepare an order for service before they transport your shipment.
The order for service provides you with written confirmation of the moving services that you
requested to be performed in conjunction with your shipment. It also lists the agreed upon
dates for the pickup and delivery of your shipment and amount of valuation that you requested,
along with any special services that you ordered.
It also features a place and telephone number where the mover can contact you during the move.
Additionally, the order for service shows the charges that you will be assessed for your
household move or corporate relocation. If you are moving under a non-binding estimate,
the order for service will indicate the amount of the estimated non-binding charges,
the method of payment for the charges and, in cases where the actual charges exceed the
non-binding estimate, the maximum amount that you are required to pay at the time of delivery
in order to obtain possession of your shipment (you will have 30 days following delivery to
pay the balance of the charges due). If you are moving under a binding estimate,
the order for service will show the charges that you will be required to pay at delivery,
based on the binding estimate and the terms of payment. You and your mover must sign the
order for service.