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Roadrunner Freight's terminal in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is running limited operations due to snow accumulation and the Winter Storm Warning issued to Southeast Wisconsin. An additional 7-10 inches of snow is expected within the next 24 hours. Shipments, pick ups and deliveries may be delayed as a result of the snowfall.

The Roadrunner Freight terminal in Seattle, WA is running limited operations today (Monday, February 11th) as a result of the significant amount of snow received in the Pacific Northwest. Pickups are being restricted to the local metro only and deliveries will occur once the weather improves.

Roadrunner Freight terminals in Chicago, St. Paul and Milwaukee will be closed today (Wednesday, January 30th) and tomorrow (Thursday, January 31st) as a result of the dangerously cold conditions in the Midwestern states. Delayed shipments, pick ups and deliveries may occur. For any questions regarding shipment status, please visit our tools website here or reach out to Customer Service (855.776.3567).

What is Less-than-Truckload Shipping? Various industry shippers utilize this common type of shipment to fulfill their needs for smaller, less than a full truckload, pallets to move through their network. Find out here exactly what LTL entails and if it is right for your company!

Roadrunner Freight terminals in Chicago, St. Paul and Milwaukee currently have limited operations due to the severe winter weather and heavy snowfall experienced across the Midwest. Any shipments in transit across the Midwest may experience delays due to the icy driving conditions. Please note that the heavy snow and freezing temperatures are expected to continue through Wednesday evening.

Entering a new industry that has it's own lingo can be a little daunting! Regardless of being a seasoned employee or new addition into the logistics industry, we think that everyone could benefit from a refresher on the most common LTL Terms!

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The National Motor Freight Classification has released an update on November 29th, 2018 that will go live on December 29th, 2018. Familiarize yourself with all of the NMFC changes for shipping machinery, boots and other commodities by reading our blog!

If you're new to LTL shipping, you may be wondering what a National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) number is and why it is so important. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association has created the NMFC to help shippers establish accurate pricing and ensure quality packaging for your freight throughout its journey.!