Tradetec Skyline

Shipping is one part going to trade shows you probably don’t think much about. But most exhibitors that ship freight make mistakes they’re not even aware of which could cost thousands of profit dollars every year. Are you one of those companies?

You’ve heard the phrase, “Use the right tool for the right job.” You may be able to get the job done, but there are usually ramifications for using the wrong tool. Freight has different characteristics than a letter or something that can fit in a “flat-rate” kind of box, so you have to use the right company to handle freight. The Service Team at Tradetec Skyline not only has access to hundreds of transport companies in their network; they have the know-how to match your freight and service level with the right one.

Not planning ahead with the shipment of your exhibit can cost you. The only way to eliminate mistakes before they happen is to plan ahead. Make sure you have an accurate weight for your item including any packaging material and pallet. If there is a discrepancy between the listed weight and the actual package, the transport company may reweigh your item and charge you the difference. If you have scheduled a pickup, make sure your shipment and its accompanying paperwork is ready to go. Do not overnight something unless it must be somewhere tomorrow; the price to expedite something is exponentially higher than regular rate.

If this is you or someone you know, the good news is that it’s never too late to change! Recognizing the facets of exhibiting that need to managed by you or your staff and rely on the experienced, professional team at Tradetec to manage the shipping and small details of getting your booth to the show and ready for you to exhibit.

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