Logistics & Trucking
Whether it’s a full truckload or a less-than-truckload shipment, R&S Logistics is your one-stop 3PL for freight hauling. With our range of truckload freight and specialty shipping options, we provide logistics done right.
Based in Knoxville, TN, R&S Logistics is a leading supply chain management company. We offer full truckload and less-than-truckload freight options. Our team is dedicated to providing you with tailored solutions that satisfy your clients, grow your business, and maintain your professional image.
With over a decade of servicing the Southeast and national markets, our reputation thrives on reliability, exceptional customer service, and a versatile range of freight-hauling options. This emphasizes our commitment to accuracy and flexibility as we provide support to keep your company at the industry forefront.
Our Trucking Options
Full Truckload
Transportation of goods that fill a truck’s entire cargo space (typically weighing between 10,000 to 45,000 pounds), providing cost efficiencies for shipping large quantities.
Less-Than-Truckload (LTL
Smaller customer shipments are consolidated into one truck to optimize transportation costs.
Hotshot
A small, specialized trucking service that transports urgent or time-sensitive freight, often using smaller vehicles for quicker delivery and greater flexibility.
Flatbed
Using trucks or trailers with open cargo areas that lack sides or roofs to transport oversized or irregularly shaped loads such as construction materials or machinery.
Full Truckload
Full Truckload
Transportation of goods that fill a truck’s entire cargo space (typically weighing between 10,000 to 45,000 pounds), providing cost efficiencies for shipping large quantities.
Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)
Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)
Smaller customer shipments are consolidated into one truck to optimize transportation costs.
Hotshot
Hotshot
A small, specialized trucking service that transports urgent or time-sensitive freight, often using smaller vehicles for quicker delivery and greater flexibility.
Flatbed
Flatbed
Using trucks or trailers with open cargo areas that lack sides or roofs to transport oversized or irregularly shaped loads such as construction materials or machinery.
Box Van
Box Van
Vehicles with fully enclosed box-shaped cargo areas, separate from the driver's cab, for secure and weather-protected transportation.
Straight Truck
Straight Truck
A single integrated vehicle with a unified cab and box-shaped cargo area, suitable for diverse cargo transport, especially in local or short-distance deliveries.
Oversized/Heavy Haul
Oversized/Heavy Haul
Also called superloads, shipments exceeding standard transportation dimension guidelines are subject to additional restrictions. For oversized items or truckloads weighing more than 80,000 pounds, we handle the logistics of state-mandated heavy haul requirements.
Last-Mile Delivery
Last-Mile Delivery
The final stage of the shipping process focuses on the efficient and timely transport of goods from a distribution center or hub to the end consumer's location.
Dedicated Trucks
Dedicated Trucks
R&S can provide a drop trailer pool for dedicated lanes, no matter the frequency. We can dedicate daily drivers for all of your needs.
Box Van
Vehicles with fully enclosed box-shaped cargo areas, separate from the driver's cab, for secure and weather-protected transportation.
Straight Truck
A single integrated vehicle with a unified cab and box-shaped cargo area, suitable for diverse cargo transport, especially in local or short-distance deliveries.
Oversized/Heavy Haul
Also called superloads, shipments exceeding standard transportation dimension guidelines are subject to additional restrictions. For oversized items or truckloads weighing more than 80,000 pounds, we handle the logistics of state-mandated heavy haul requirements.
Last-Mile Delivery
The final stage of the shipping process focuses on the efficient and timely transport of goods from a distribution center or hub to the end consumer's location.
Dedicated Trucks
R&S can provide a drop trailer pool for dedicated lanes, no matter the frequency. We can dedicate daily drivers for all of your needs.
Specialty Shipping
Our clients depend on R&S Logistics for timely and effective service in trucking out products and equipment quickly. We’re proud of our high-touch, relationship-based approach to moving goods efficiently and safely.
Here are a few recent projects we’ve handled:
- Oversized shipments with flag cars and permitting
- Refrigerated box trucks (food and beverage)
- Hazardous materials
R&S Logistics is the leader in the Knoxville market for comprehensive 3PL services. We are the first choice of manufacturers, building material suppliers, and automotive supply professionals. We also offer 2,000,000 square feet of configurable warehousing and value-added services including all sorts of transportation options.
Logistics Done Right
Logistics and trucking are a core part of the culture at R&S Logistics, where we match every client to the right solution. Whether freight hauling a full truckload, a less-than-truckload, or a single pallet, we’ll get your valued cargo to its destination quickly and efficiently. We choose our carrier based on stringent requirements, including:
- Full insurance coverage
- DOT and OSHA safety standards
- Top-level customer service
- DOT and OSHA safety standards
This has helped us develop a core of trusted carriers. As time has progressed, we’ve built long-term relationships right down to our drivers.
At R&S Logistics, we use a proven approach to:
- Plan shipments
- Maximize loads (high cube utilization)
- Monitor trips
- Shorten transit times
- Maximize loads (high cube utilization)
What makes this programmed approach work is our communication. Technology such as online GPS tracking for each driver allows us to monitor our loads 24/7. This puts us in constant communication with shippers, receivers, and even individual drivers in their cabs. We’re also able to update you in minutes on ETAs to loading docks or distribution center delivery appointments.
We are proud to share that our Tennessee facilities are Food and Beverage Certified Warehouses. These warehouses adhere to food-grade standards, providing outstanding service and swift response times to support the food manufacturing industry.
Our locations cater to your specific processing requirements. This ensures your products are shipped following protocols such as FEFO and FIFO. With our expertise, you can confidently manage storage and shipping, ensuring both safety and compliance.
