{"id":1111,"date":"2026-03-20T13:44:28","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T13:44:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.bcwsupplies.com\/?p=1111"},"modified":"2026-04-06T18:30:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T18:30:33","slug":"receiving-ltl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bcwsupplies.com\/blog\/2026\/03\/20\/receiving-ltl\/","title":{"rendered":"Receiving Your BCW Freight Shipment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Large BCW wholesale orders normally ship on pallets via freight carriers, a service often called LTL (Less Than Truckload). These shipments travel with other freight and may be handled multiple times during transit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>BCW works hard to protect your order before it leaves our warehouse. We carefully stack products on pallets, offset cartons away from pallet edges, and securely wrap each shipment to reduce the risk of damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While issues during transit are not common, they can happen. The good news is BCW has you covered\u2014we typically replace damaged items or issue credit when problems are properly reported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to make sure everything is handled quickly and correctly is to <strong>inspect your shipment before signing for delivery<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1>Quick Checklist for Receiving Your Delivery<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3>1. Inspect the shipment before signing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check the pallet and cartons as they are unloaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Damaged cartons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crushed corners or torn packaging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing cartons or items<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3>2. Write any problems on the Bill of Lading<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If something is damaged or missing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Write the issue clearly on the BOL before signing<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Example: \u201c2 cartons damaged\u201d or \u201c1 carton missing\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you cannot fully inspect the shipment, write:<br><strong>\u201cSubject to count and inspection.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bcwsupplies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bill-of-Lading-1024x567.jpg\" alt=\"Sample Bill of Lading\" class=\"wp-image-10870\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bcwsupplies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bill-of-Lading-1024x567.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bcwsupplies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bill-of-Lading-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bcwsupplies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bill-of-Lading-768x426.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bcwsupplies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bill-of-Lading-500x277.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.bcwsupplies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bill-of-Lading.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Write the issue clearly on the BOL before signing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important (Digital Signatures):<\/strong><br>Some carriers use a tablet or smartphone instead of a paper BOL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Do not sign if there is damage<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask how to record damage in their system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure it is documented <strong>before signing<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3>3. If damage or shortages are found<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Immediately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Take photos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep all packaging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact your BCW representative<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email photos and the signed BOL to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcwsupplies.com\/contact-us\">BCW Customer Service Team<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3>4. Check for concealed damage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If damage is found after unpacking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Take photos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep packaging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report it to BCW <strong>within 5 days of delivery<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1>Important Policy Reminder<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Following this process protects your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>If damage is noted at delivery, <strong>the freight carrier is responsible<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If it is not noted, <strong>BCW may be charged\u2014and that cost may be passed to you<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bottom line:<\/strong><br>Inspect and document before signing.<br>It ensures proper claims\u2014and prevents unnecessary costs to your business.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Large BCW wholesale orders normally ship on pallets via freight carriers, a service often called LTL (Less Than Truckload). These shipments travel with other freight and may be handled multiple times during transit. 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