Last year in 2019, Becker Logistics was placed on Transport Topics coveted list of Top Freight Brokers as a result of our 2018 numbers. This was done through the hard work of the Becker team, resulting in a large amount of freight being shipped throughout 2018 and new partnerships created. Our gross revenue for 2018
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The Impact and Importance of Reefer Shipping
Reefer shipping, or refrigerated shipping, is used to keep the shipped freight at a certain temperature or humidity. It is commonly used to ship food and beverage, but not exclusively. Reefer shipping works by attaching an AC unit to the trailer which is powered by the truck. This AC unit is able to keep the
Read MoreEnsuring Proper Food-Grade Shipping
In order to ensure that food-grade shipping is handled correctly, there are plenty of rules and guidelines to consider. These rules apply for shipping all food, not just shipping refrigerated food, and they are in place to ensure food safety (which you can read more about here). There are three main factors to consider if you
Read MoreFood Safety in Transportation
Are you familiar with all the acronyms in the food safety world like FSMA, STHAF, FMCSA, DOT HOS, ELD? Do any of these make you feel good about your business or do they raise concerns? Do any of these acronyms create a concern for your business operations and your ability to control costs, supply chain
Read MoreThe Dynamics of Shipper-3PL Relationships
As the demand for third-party logistics companies (3PLs) grows, supply chain and logistics professionals will face greater pressure to improve shipper-3PL relationships. Shippers are now taking a closer look at top logistics trends and are viewing their logistics providers as a strategic partner. However, a strong relationship is not everything, a 3PL must be making
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