How does the Columbus office support carrier development?

We focus on building and strengthening carrier relationships across the Midwest and East. By developing consistent lanes and capacity partnerships, we help ensure customers have reliable options even during peak demand or tight markets.

What international transportation options are available near Columbus?

Columbus is home to Rickenbacker International, one of the country’s few cargo-dedicated airports, with regular global service from major freighters. Combined with FTZ #138 and nearby intermodal rail, Columbus supports both import and export freight movements seamlessly.

Can Columbus handle both regional and long-haul transportation needs?

Yes. Columbus’s interstate access makes it an efficient hub for regional moves to cities like Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh, while also providing reliable linehaul service to the East Coast and Midwest. This balance gives shippers flexibility to cover multiple service areas from a single location.

What role does technology play in transportation operations?

Legacy integrates advanced transportation management systems (TMS) that provide real-time tracking, electronic data interchange (EDI), and carrier performance monitoring. These tools help customers gain complete visibility into their freight.

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Chemical Logistics

Streamline your chemical logistics with smarter infrastructure and real-time oversight.

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Challenges for Chemical Supply Chains

Compliance Gaps Lead to Costly Shutdowns

Chemical logistics depend on precise adherence to regulatory standards. One missed document or expired certification can halt operations or trigger fines. Automate documentation and certification tracking to maintain continuous compliance and keep freight moving.

Temperature Swings Jeopardize Product Integrity

Strict chemical warehousing and transportation standards protect materials from degradation and maintain regulatory standards. A small deviation can alter composition or render material unsafe. Use temperature-controlled facilities and live monitoring to protect product integrity from origin to delivery.

Incompatible Storage Risks Contamination

Improperly stored materials can react or contaminate nearby products, leading to dangerous conditions and lost inventory. Without strict segregation, small errors can escalate quickly. Store chemicals by classification with enforced isolation and real-time status monitoring.

Hazardous Freight Faces Transport Delays

Carriers often reject loads that lack proper labeling, manifests, or packaging, creating costly dwell time and rework. Manual checks slow everything down. Automate labeling and manifests to speed compliant chemical transportation.

Limited Carrier Availability Slows Distribution

Few carriers are certified to move hazardous or volatile freight, creating tight capacity and unpredictable delivery schedules. Those constraints raise cost and risk. Build relationships with vetted carriers to stabilize capacity and meet delivery timelines.

Spill Response and Incident Reporting Stall Operations

When accidents happen, delayed reporting and slow cleanup can lead to shutdowns and penalties. Unclear escalation paths make recovery even slower. Standardize response procedures and digitize reporting to minimize downtime after incidents.

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Chemical Supply Chain Management Services

Chemical supply chains operate under high scrutiny. From handling hazardous materials to meeting regulatory requirements, the margin for error is razor thin. Legacy specializes in custom, high-touch solutions for complex operations in regulated industries. Explore our chemical logistics services.

Warehousing & Distribution

Operate safely with chemical warehousing and distribution solutions that ensure compliance.

Value-Added Services

Fully customize shipments with value-added services that maintain product integrity.

Pick and Pack
Late-Point Configuration
Inspection and Quality Assurance
Returns Management

Transportation Solutions

Adapt in real time with chemical transportation solutions that keep your international and domestic supply chain flexible.

Industry Credentials

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Canada Network Redesign for a Leading Paint Manufacturer

Paint demand surges were outpacing the manufacturer’s Canadian distribution network, slowing store replenishment and hampering sales. Legacy centralized inventory in the Greater Toronto Area and shifted long-haul moves to rail and intermodal.

Using specialized loading equipment, certified paint-handling crews, and hazmat-qualified carriers, shipments moved safely and compliantly across the border

Results

Faster store delivery during peak spikes
Broader market coverage across Canada
Noticeable sales lift from improved product availability

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Performance Metrics for Chemical Logistics

Get Started

98%

On-Time Pickup

99.5%

Inventory Accuracy

99.9%

Order Accuracy

99.6%

On-Time Shipping

98%

Delivery Accuracy

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Tech That Performs.
People Who Deliver.

Our connected platform gives you real-time visibility across your supply chain. Integrated systems surface the right data at the right time to drive better performance, even when plans change.

Supply Chain Technology

[ tier 1 wms ]

Keep track of everything and increase efficiency.

Manhattan SCALE WMS improves efficiency, offers real-time visibility, and integrates with any platform.

[ custom oms ]

Route orders the smart way.

Instead of guessing, a custom order system shows you the fastest and cheapest way to ship.

[ tms platform ]

More flexibility. Lower freight cost.

We tailor each TMS to fit your operation. From carrier vetting to shipment tracking, it’s optimized for your benefit.

[ customer web portal ]

Your whole supply chain, in one tab.

View inventory, track orders, update documents, and manage billing 24/7.

[ edi platform ]

Everything stays connected.

Our EDI links your systems with ours and your partners’ for smooth, accurate data flow across the chain.

[ rfid tracking ]

Know what’s where, automatically.

RFID updates your system live, so you can be confident in your numbers.

[ supply chain visibility tools ]

See problems before they hit.

When a delay or stock issue is coming, you’ll know early and have time to pivot.

[ predictive analytics & ai ]

Plan smarter, not harder.

AI tools spot trends and forecast what’s next, so your inventory and labor plans match reality.

[ automation solutions ]

Let tech do the repeat work.

From sortation to packing, automation boosts throughput without adding headcount.

[ 6 river systems cobots ]

Faster, accurate order fulfillment.

Innovative cobots allow pickers to speed up fulfillment and reduce walking, searching, and error.

[ last-mile intelligence ]

Smarter routing. Happier customers.

Real-time last-mile data helps you avoid missed windows, improve delivery accuracy, and keep service levels high.

Elevate your chemical business with our innovative solutions.