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Index B
Bill of Lading (B/L)
Blanket Wrapping (Pad Wrap)
Bob Tail
Bonded Warehouse
Booking Agent
Bulky Article
Bill of Lading (B/L) - The Bill of Lading is both the contract with the carrier and the receipt for the goods. The shipper will be asked to sign the Bill of Lading at both ends of the move. By signing at origin the shipper agrees to the rates and charges noted on the B/L as well as the rules printed on the back. Also a detailed inventory of the goods is made part of the agreement. The shipper is agreeing with the quantity and physical descriptions of the belongings as noted on the inventory as being what was turned over to the mover. By signing the bill of lading at destination, the shipper acknowledges that their belongings arrived in good condition (the same condition as on the inventory) and that they received everything shipped. Discrepancies should be discussed with the mover and noted on the inventory before signing.
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Blanket Wrapping (Pad Wrap) - Wrapping furniture and other items in furniture pads or blankets when loading on the van to prevent damage in transit. The term is usually used to differentiate from crated or freight shipments. A full service mover will have plenty of good quality furniture pads of various types as part of the Van Equipment on the van.
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Bob Tail - A single cab truck that is usually about half the size of a tractor-trailer. These are typically used only for local moving. See Straight Truck.
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Bonded Warehouse - This term almost always refers to international moving. A warehouse approved by the U. S. Customs Service to receive inbound foreign or overseas shipments. They serve as a place for items to be stored while awaiting Custom Clearance.
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Booking Agent - (Sales or Selling agent) An agent of the Van Line (carrier) that accepts the order for the move and registers it with the van line company. This agent may also be the origin, hauling or destination agent.
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Bulky Article - Oversized articles are more difficult to get on and off the van. The item may require additional manpower and/or special equipment to move safely. For this, a handling charge is added to offset the added expense. The charge may vary according to the item. The second concern for the mover is the volume of space the item takes in the van. In many cases the actual weight of the item is less then the weight of household goods loaded into the same space. To offset this loss of revenue, additional weight is added to the shipping or transportation weight. That is called a "weight additive". Items such as cars, boats, snowmobiles and campers are some examples of Bulky Articles.
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