Packaged and palletized freight
An enclosed trailer provides a practical setting for cartons, cases and palletized goods that do not need refrigeration or open-deck loading.
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Dry van shipping for general commodity freight.
Enclosed trailer transportation for palletized and packaged general commodity freight.
Dry Van
Enclosed transportation for everyday freight.
Dry van freight services move packaged and palletized goods in an enclosed trailer. The trailer shields freight from rain, road spray and direct exposure during transit, but it does not provide active temperature control. Prisma Freight coordinates the shipment around the commodity, loading conditions and delivery requirements, with equipment selected based on available capacity.
Why choose dry van transportation?
Loading and unloading requirements
Dock-to-dock planning helps align trailer access, pickup readiness and receiving appointments before the shipment moves.
Trailer and commodity compatibility
Match the transportation plan to ordinary packaged freight rather than selecting specialized equipment the load does not require.
When dry van is the right fit
Shipment profile
Choose dry van for general commodities that fit inside an enclosed trailer and can travel without active temperature control.
Service requirements
Check whether the shipper and receiver can load and unload the planned trailer. Identify appointments, site access and any special handling needs.
Planning considerations
Consider freight dimensions, weight, packaging and cargo compatibility. If loading access or temperature needs change, a different equipment type may be appropriate.
Enclosed trailer and commodity requirements
Packaged and palletized freight
Provide the commodity, pallet count, packaged dimensions and total weight. Identify non-stackable freight and any handling restrictions before equipment is selected.
Loading and unloading requirements
Confirm dock access, loading method, operating hours and delivery appointments. The shipment should be packaged and ready for the agreed pickup.
Trailer and commodity compatibility
Standard 53-foot dry vans are commonly used for general freight. The actual trailer and usable space must be confirmed for the load; temperature-sensitive or unusually shaped freight may need another option.
How dry van shipping works.
Share shipment details
Share the origin, destination, commodity, pallet count, dimensions, weight and requested pickup and delivery timing.
Confirm requirements
Review loading access, freight compatibility, trailer needs and receiving requirements with the Prisma Freight team.
Coordinate pickup
Based on the agreed plan and available capacity, coordinate equipment and pickup with the shipper.
Follow through on delivery
Keep communication connected through delivery, including changes to appointments or unloading conditions.
Enclosed freight. Lane-specific planning.
Dry van transportation connects general-freight origins and destinations using enclosed equipment. Share the commodity, packaging, loading access and requested schedule so Prisma Freight can review the lane and available capacity for your shipment.
Packaged goods, ready for the next destination.
Dry van can support retail replenishment, consumer goods, manufacturing supplies and packaged cosmetics that do not require temperature control. Enclosed transportation connects finished goods and packaging materials with the next production, distribution or receiving location.
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Communication
Work with a logistics partner who brings the shipper's instructions and the receiver's requirements into the same conversation.
Coordination
Prisma Freight aligns commodity details, trailer selection, loading readiness and appointment requirements around the shipment.
Shipment follow-through
When pickup readiness or delivery conditions change, keep the transportation plan and the people involved connected.
Dry van and refrigerated freight
Dry Van
Dry van is suited to freight that needs an enclosed trailer but not active temperature control. Packaged general commodities and many palletized loads fit this category.
Refrigerated or open-deck freight
Reefer equipment is appropriate when the product requires a controlled environment. Flatbed or other open-deck equipment may fit freight that cannot be loaded or carried inside an enclosed trailer.
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Dry van freight questions.
What freight is suitable for a dry van?
Packaged consumer goods, cartons, palletized products and manufacturing supplies can be suitable when they fit the trailer and do not require active temperature control. Commodity compatibility, dimensions, weight and loading requirements must be reviewed for each shipment.
Does a dry van provide temperature control?
No. A standard dry van encloses the freight and protects it from direct weather exposure during transit, but it does not actively maintain a temperature. Share any environmental requirements so the team can evaluate refrigerated transportation instead.
What information should I provide for a dry van quote?
Send the origin, destination, commodity, pallet count, packaged dimensions, total weight and requested dates. Include dock access, loading method, appointments and any shipment restrictions so the transportation plan reflects the actual conditions.
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Plan your Dry Van shipment.
Share your commodity, shipment size, locations and schedule. Prisma Freight can help coordinate enclosed transportation around the load and the available capacity.