You Crate: A Better Way to Package
Discover a better way to package and ship your goods with You Crate, partnered with FreightCenter. Enjoy reusable wooden crates, secure Load & Protect service, and cost-effective, eco-friendly packaging solutions for small businesses. Get started with a free quote today!
You Crate: A Better Way to Package
If you’re in the business of a better way to ship your goods, take a chance and package freight with You Crate. FreightCenter’s partnership with companies like You Crate is unmatched. It separates the good third-party logistics (3PL) companies from the great ones. It isn’t just their ability to connect shippers with the correct shipping solutions; it’s about leveraging their excellent network of shipping partners and passing on the benefits of this partnership to their customers. One area that is extremely important in the shipping process is freight packaging. At FreightCenter, we were lucky and excited to have our partner Jeff Banion, Director of Business Development with You Crate from R+L Carriers, stop by our office last week and share their revolutionary solution to freight packaging.
What is You Crate?
You Crate is a freight packaging service provided by R+L Carriers, delivering pre-packaged, reusable wooden crates to shippers. These crates are easily assembled and streamline the vital packaging step in the freight shipping process for shippers.
The process is pretty simple. When you ship with R+L Carriers, simply request a You Crate. There are two types of crates:
–The cube – 46”x46”x47”, which handles shipments up to 2,000 lbs.
–The tower – 46”x46”x73”, which takes loads up to 1,250 lbs.
Your You Crate is delivered to you, and you have two business days to pack your freight. The crate is then picked up and delivered to its destination. Once unloaded from the final destination, You Crate picks up the crate.
You Crate also offers an additional service, Load & Protect, designed to provide added security for your shipment. For high-value items, shipments using the Load & Protect service get a designated trailer for the entire transit, and the freight is divided off in the trailer with a tamper-resistant wall. For the shippers valuing ultimate peace of mind, it doesn’t get more secure than that.
We provide competitive freight shipping prices and an all-inclusive, easy-to-use shipping experience for our customers. Exceeding our customers’ expectations results in thousands of satisfied customer reviews and repeat business. We believe in the power of our customer relationships. Check out FreightCenter reviews from real customers, and learn what they have to say about their freight shipping experience!
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- 2021, 2017 & 2016 Food Logistics’ Top Green Providers
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- 2020 & 2017 SmartWay® Transport Partner
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- 2016, 2015, & 2012 Food Logistics Top 100 Software and Technology Providers
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- 2012, 2011 & 2010 TBBJ Fast 50 Recipient
- 2013, 2011, & 2010 Diversity Business Top Businesses
Why Choose FreightCenter?
We are an award-winning logistics company and an American veteran-owned business. Our services offer a unique combination of history, competitive pricing, and unmatched level of service. Over the years and miles, we have formed a dedicated and respected network of industry partners to help customers meet deadlines.
Our mission is to meet and exceed customer expectations in all that we do. We take care of freight shipping from pickup to delivery. Excellent customer service is our hallmark, and it goes a long way in building a relationship of trust. When customers select FreightCenter to handle their freight shipment, they trust us to do the job right.
What Are the Benefits When You Package Freight With You Crate?
According to Mr. Banion, what makes R+L Carriers unique is that they’re the only carrier providing a wooden box to shippers for their convenience, rather than having shippers provide the carriers with proper packaging. Being able to quickly and cost-effectively package your shipment can make a difference for small businesses.
“You’ve got material and labor involved to build your packaging. The small shipper has to run down their company’s inventory and get 4×8 sheets of plywood and build these things themselves,” Mr. Banion says. “And then what happens afterward? They throw it away. And it ends up in a landfill or the dumpster.”
You Crate, provides shippers and supply chains with the option for greener, more straightforward packaging solutions. These crates can be reused, saving small business shippers precious time and resources on packaging materials.
The Next Steps After Package Freight With You Crate
Partnering with a 3PL like FreightCenter has a strong relationship with a service like You Crate that optimizes your freight shipping needs. You get discounted, negotiated 3PL rates on already affordable You Crate rates and packaging solutions delivered right to your door. In addition, you’ll have a whole team of people on both the carrier and 3PL sides monitoring and tracking your shipment. So why wouldn’t you package your next freight shipment with You Crate?
To learn more about R+L Carriers and You Crate, visit rlcarriers.com or youcrate.com.
Ready to ship? Get started with a free quote, or talk to one of our shipping experts at 800.716.7608.
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You Crate FAQ
Q. Can I keep the You Crate?
No, the crates are reusable and returnable to R+L Carriers. They remain the property of You Crate.
Q. How far in advance should I order my container?
You should place your booking 24-72 hours in advance for Direct points. Additional days are required for non-Direct points.
Q. How do I assemble my crate?
Assembling a You Crate is quick and easy. All you need is a flathead screwdriver to remove the clamps—no screws are needed. Watch an instructional video on How to Assemble a You Crate here.
Q. How many days do we have to pack and unpack the container?
You have 2-3 days to pack and unpack the containers.
Q. Does You Crate offer a driver wait program?
Yes, You Crate offers a driver wait program for single shipment items at the discretion of the driver or dispatcher. Please note that our drivers are not permitted to pack the containers or crates. You Crate is a self-packaging and crating service, so packing is the responsibility of the shipper. The driver will wait if the product is ready to pack immediately upon arrival but for up to 15 minutes.
Advantages of A You Crate
Superior Protection
R+L will ensure your professionally built crate is handled properly from pick up to delivery.
Your In Control
You set the pace of the move, load, and unload of your shipments.
Smart Solutions
You Crate offers these solutions: Trade Show crating solutions, global opportunities, pickup and delivery, expedited and guaranteed, and liftgate deliveries
