On the other hand, the extreme trucking with excessive weight or length, also makes other freight impossible to load together, and these are the rules everyone obeys.
The stowability classification shows the difficulty and complexity of loading the items which for some trucking companies in the United States create additional charges and need of more fleet.
Ease of Handling – The care needed for the freight
Usually, most of the freight loading involves mechanical equipment and there are no difficulties during the process.
However, as shown above, there are fragile items, excessive weight items or hazardous materials that require special handling. Regarding the difficulty or the ease of handling of the items, the freight has further classifications.
Liability – Theft, damage or perishability
Another factor determining the freight class is the liability. It is a possibility of freight damage or freight theft.
