Now Comet Moves at the Speed of NASCAR
People familiar with Comet Delivery Services know the company is famous for fast deliveries. Anything from envelopes to elephants. Even on the same day. So it’s only fitting that Comet would team up with another organization known for its awesome speed: NASCAR. Comet is a proud sponsor of Landon Cassill’s #00 Camaro LZ1 for the…
Trucks come in all shapes and sizes. And Comet knows how to keep them moving.
Every day, trucks of all sizes and shapes crisscross the State of Florida, picking up and delivering all types of cargo. Trucks transport over 70% of the annual freight in the U.S.* – more than $670 billion. They are the heartbeat of commerce, the lifeblood of our economy. More importantly, they operate under a delicate…
If You Look in the Dictionary Under Facility you may Find a Picture of Comet Delivery Services
According to Merriam-Webster, facility is the ability to do something with ease and aptitude; it also makes an action or operation easier, or a place designed and built to perform a specific purpose. In the case of Comet’s warehousing and distribution facilities, it’s all of the above. Comet Delivery Services is dedicated to making everything…
How to Prepare Freight Shipments
Packaging is one of the most important details involved in freight shipping. Failure to properly package a shipment can result in damaged goods and unnecessary expense. We’ve put together a short guide on how to properly pack a pallet for shipping so that you can successfully transport your goods. Make Sure Your Packaging is Durable…
Save Time and Money with Cross-Docking
It’s important to realize that the unique needs and priorities of your business (in terms of costs, warehouse space, and product specs) play a large part in dictating what supply chain arrangement will be most effective for your operation. Cross-docking is a valuable option to consider as you explore the available channels for moving your…
Understanding Freight Classes
Understanding freight class can go a long way in accurately anticipating the shipment costs for transporting your goods. If you can determine freight class, you can more easily understand how a carrier views your shipment regarding resources and cost. However, despite the importance of freight class, we often encounter many business owners who are new…
What is the Difference Between LTL and FTL Shipping?
Businesses that need the services of a freight carrier have many options for transporting their goods. Two popular transportation methods are LTL shipping (less than truckload) and FTL (full truckload). It’s important to understand the differences between these two methods of transport so that you can effectively select the method of transport that will be…
What Is Freight Forwarding?
Freight forwarders are specialists that help businesses with the importing and exporting of goods, and the primary goal of these specialists is to ensure that the goods arrive undamaged and in a timely fashion. Due to their pivotal role, freight forwarders are a driving force in the international freight shipping industry, and are the key…
Comet Delivery: The Swiss Army Knife of Shipping and Warehousing
The Swiss Army knife dates back to 1891, and it’s perhaps the best example of having every tool you need in the palm of your hand (some models feature over 30 tools). Comet Delivery Services isn’t quite that old (1977), but it’s just as convenient when it comes to everything you need for shipping, delivering,…
From Australia to Zimbabwe, Comet gets it here.
Timbuktu. Now, there’s the proverbial far-away place. Mysterious. Exotic. Off the beaten path. If you needed something shipped to the United States from Timbuktu or any place else in the world, where would you start? The answer is simple: Comet Delivery Services. Based in Miami, FL—the Gateway to Latin America—with a second full-service location halfway…
