Hazardous Material Handling

Satisfying International Regulations through IATA or IMO. 

To ship dangerous goods, consignors are required to prepare a form certifying that the cargo has been packed, labeled and declared according with the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and International Maritime Dangeours Goods (IMDG.)

Legal Compliance

The IMDG and DGR Declaration is a legal requirement for dangerous goods shipped by sea & air, respectively. I

Legal compliance helps mitigate the environmental impact of transporting hazardous materials. It also ensures global consistency in the handling and documentation of these goods.

Safety

Accidents involving hazardous materials can have catastrophic consequences. They can lead to injuries, fatalities, and long-term health effects. This is why you need to implement robust safety protocols to reduce the risk of accidents.

To enhance global safety, ensure you have a dangerous goods form. It helps provide information about the nature of the goods in transit. This allows the implementation of appropriate safety measures.

The form includes details such as:

  • Proper shipping name
  • UN number
  • Class or division
  • Packing group
  • The quantity of dangerous goods

These help in the protection of human life and safeguards valuable property and reduces economic losses.

 

Full-Load or LTL

Whether you need single shipments or want to establish regular shipping, we can find the right carrier that meets your needs. Full-load trucking means pickup and delivery happens on your schedule.

A major percentage of our network of carrier options are shipping companies that provide less-than-load services. Dry van trailers are ideal for LTL shipments and can deliver significant flexibility and cost savings.

Our Atlanta team specializes in handling: 

 

  • UN Spec Box Repacks
  • Air DGD
  • IMO for Ocean
  • Container Loads 20 ft and 40 ft
  • Drum Transfers
  • Polar Pack Boxes
  • Dry Ice Packages
  • Gel Pack Packages
  • Temperature Recording
  • Labels
  • Placards
  • IPPC Stamp Industrial Crating

Your Questions, Answered

Explore some of our frequently asked questions about our services and capabilities.

How Can Ground Air move a shipment outside of Atlanta?

Our Atlanta freight brokerage division leverages operational offices across the US, Mexico and Canada to provide solutions tailored to each client’s unique supply chain needs.

What Technology solutions do you utilize to track and manage shipments?

Sheer Logistics utilizes advanced technology solutions such as Fleet Enable TMS with EDI, API, and GPS tracking to efficiently track and manage shipments. This enables real-time visibility into shipments, while GPS tracking ensures precise location monitoring for reliable and timely deliveries.

Can Ground Air Co. Support My Last Mile Delivery and Transloading Needs?

Absolutely. Our extensive network of owner-operators across the lower 48 states ensures that we can handle your last mile deliveries and transloading requirements with precision and reliability. We tailor our services to meet your specific needs, ensuring your freight reaches its final destination efficiently and securely.

SERVICES

CCSF

As a Certified Cargo Screening Facility, Ground Air Co. operates TSA-regulated DSA. Utilizing ETD (Explosive Trace Detection), K9, X-ray and physical cargo screening.

CFS

Ground Air Co. operates a bonded air cargo facility which allow you to diminish clerical CBP errors at the terminal.

T86, E-Commerce

All the rage! Our CFS Bonded warehouse is revolutionizing the e-commerce process flow. From physical operations to seamless integration, our robust facility ensures that orders keep moving efficiently.