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Semi truck hauling a long flatbed trailer used for oversized and project freight
By Dan McClain • September 28, 2026
A planning guide to oversized freight shipping in St. Louis: trailers, Missouri and Illinois permits, escorts, routes, and how a 3PL runs project cargo.
Highway traffic at dusk with a truck moving expedited freight through Missouri
By Dan McClain • September 21, 2026
What expedited freight in Missouri really costs, when the premium is worth it, and how St. Louis shippers can build a smart expedite decision rule.
Intermodal containers stacked at a terminal with cranes at sunset
By Dan McClain • September 14, 2026
A practical guide to drayage services in St. Louis: rail ramps, river terminals, demurrage and per diem fees, and what to arrange before your container lands.
Warehouse interior with racking and a forklift at a St. Louis area distribution facility
By Dan McClain • September 7, 2026
Not sure if your freight needs storage or a fast cross-dock? A warehousing company in St. Louis breaks down costs, product fit, and hybrid options.
Businessman using a digital interface in an industrial warehouse corridor
By Dan McClain • May 18, 2026
The “PL” model proliferated over the last two decades — 2PL, 3PL, 4PL, and some consultants now argue for a 5PL. For a mid-market shipper trying to decide how
Blue and black sign reading “Assoc...” on a brick building against a gray sky
By Dan McClain • May 15, 2026
If you’ve started shopping for logistics help, you’ve probably seen both terms: freight broker and 3PL. They sound related, and they are, but they’re
Line of colorful semi trucks parked side by side at dusk under a pastel sky
By Dan McClain • May 11, 2026
Some of the most critical cargo moving through the American economy is also the most challenging to transport: industrial generators that power hospitals,
Blue-toned office scene with bold text: “YOUR TRUSTED LOGISTICS PARTNER”
By Dan McClain • January 26, 2026
Discover why strong carrier relationships are the key to 3PL reliability and how McClain ensures consistent capacity.