The pickup request entry screen allows pickup requests to be created online and sent directly to the Dispatch Department. The form includes fields for Shipper Information, Consignee Information, Load Information, and Shipment Specific Information. The following describes each field.
Each field is labeled. While some fields are required, entry of all pertinent data will assist in the expediting of the shipment. Be sure to check for accuracy prior to sending. The following is a categorized description of each field.
Name - Company name for shipper/consignee.
Address - Street address for shipper/consignee. The address should not be a P.O. Box.
City - The city name where the shipper/consignee is located
State - The two(2) character code representing the state where the shipper/consignee is located. (i.e.: California is CA)
Zip Code - The five(5) digit zip code for the shipper/consignee.
Contact Name - The name of the person to be contacted regarding the shipment at the shipper/consignee company.
Telephone - The ten(10) digit telephone number for the shipper/consignee.
Dock/Whse# - The specific Building/Warehouse Dock where the shipment is to be picked up from. The number should reference any building numbers and dock numbers that would guide the driver where to place the vehicle for loading.
E-Mail - The E-Mail address of the contact for the shipper. The e-mail address is option and is entered for additional contact information only.
Commodity - A brief commodity description. When the commodity is pulled from the carriers warehouse, enter the specific Commodity Code.
Class - The shipment class for the commodity. Select a class by clicking the arrow next to the class field and clicking on the appropriate class.
Pieces - The number of peices. When the commodity is palletized, the number of pieces equals the number of pallets.
Weight - The total weight of the shipment.
Shipper's Number - A specific reference number designated by the shipper.
P.O. Number - The Purchase Order Number for the shipment.
Ready Time - The earliest possible time the shipment can be picked up on the designated Pickup Date.
Close Time - The latest time the docks will be available for pickup.
Pickup Date - The date the shipment should be picked up. The date format should be entered in mm/dd/yyyy.
Due Date - The date the shipment is due for delivery to the consignee. The date format should be entered in mm/dd/yyyy.
Hazardous Materials - Specifies the shipment as hazardous.
Freezable - Specifies if the shipment requires a reefer to maintain the integrity of the commodity.
Billing Information - Specifies who will be paying for the shipment. ° Prepaid means the shipper will pay. ° Collect means the consignee will pay. ° 3rd party means a separate bill to party will be specifed.
Special Instructions - A text entry field allowing any specific handling or shipping information to be details. The message should be brief and to the point.
Once all required fields have been entered, the request is ready for submitting. It is recommended that you review the entries for accuracy to elliminate any possible delays in processing.
Once the data has been reviewed, click on the 'Submit' option to submit the form. When the form submits successfully, the following message is given:
Thank you for your request. You will be contacted as soon as possible