TForce Freight (Previously TForce Freight LTL (Formerly UPS Freight)) Implementation Guide
UPS Freight has become TForce Freight - read the announcement.
Preferences
In order to create a Preference for TForce Freight LTL (Formerly UPS Freight) in the Multi-carrier application please obtain the credentials below directly from the carrier. This information is obtainable from your carrier account manager or your internal logistics team.
How to Test
If you don't have your live credentials available during implementation phase, Zenkraft can provide test credentials. Click on the Use Test Account toggle and select the Test Account Country from the dropdown.
Packaging Types
| Packaging Types | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Bag | bag | Copy |
| Bale | bale | Copy |
| Barrel | barrel | Copy |
| Bundle | bundle | Copy |
| Bin | bin | Copy |
| Box | your_packaging | Copy |
| Basket | basket | Copy |
| Bunch | bunch | Copy |
| Cabinet | cabinet | Copy |
| Can | can | Copy |
| Carrier | carrier | Copy |
| Case | case | Copy |
| Carboy | carboy | Copy |
| Container | container | Copy |
| Crate | crate | Copy |
| Cask | cask | Copy |
| Carton | carton | Copy |
| Cylinder | cylinder | Copy |
| Drum | drum | Copy |
| Loose | loose | Copy |
| Other | other | Copy |
| Pail | pail | Copy |
| Pieces | pieces | Copy |
| Package | package | Copy |
| Pipe Line | pipe_line | Copy |
| Pallet | pallet | Copy |
| Rack | rack | Copy |
| Reel | reel | Copy |
| Roll | roll | Copy |
| Skid | skid | Copy |
| Spool | spool | Copy |
| Tube | tube | Copy |
| Tank | tank | Copy |
| Unit | unit | Copy |
| Van Pack | van_pack | Copy |
| Wrapped | wrapped | Copy |
Packaging Defaults
There are some packaging details that are required by UPS Freight when creating a shipment.
You can set these from the Shipment Wizard under Packages:
You can also default these values in the Custom Address Source under the Packages section
Handling Unit Code and Handling Instructions
You can set these from the Shipment Wizard under Packages:
You can default the handling unit code from the Custom Address Source under Specific Carrier Fields:
You can also add the Handling Instructions:
Label Types
The available label formats can be usually grouped into two types: thermal and non-thermal labels.
| Label Types | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Copy |
Common Questions
In this section you can find our most commonly asked questions regarding this carrier. If you have a question not listed here please contact us.
How to add UPS Freight Negotiated rates?
To begin Freight LTL enrollment or log into the website, go to www.upsfreight.com to begin.
Click Sign Up and complete the form, or if you already have a ups.com user ID, log into ups.com.
Click on Rate Estimate. Enroll Now to receive your negotiated rates (If applicable) and access enhanced functionality. Verify Customer Information(Locations to View) and complete(Finish) form.
