Our Services

Specialized Temperature-Controlled Transportation & Logistics Solutions

From full truckload reefer freight to dedicated lanes, multi-stop consolidation, reefer LTL, cross docking, dry van, and warehousing - practical freight solutions from California to coast-to-coast.

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Focused Freight Solutions

Core refrigerated freight services

Use these focused service pages when you need a clear plan for temperature-controlled freight, dedicated reefer lanes, multi-stop consolidation, or reefer LTL.

Temperature-Controlled Freight

Refrigerated and frozen truckload freight for produce, meat, dairy, frozen food, beverages, and sensitive cargo.

Temperature-Controlled Freight

Dedicated Reefer Lanes

Recurring refrigerated capacity for weekly, seasonal, and high-volume California outbound or inbound lanes.

Dedicated Reefer Lanes

Multi-Stop Consolidation

Combine compatible refrigerated pickups from growers, cold storage, processors, and distribution points.

Multi-Stop Consolidation

Reefer LTL

Partial refrigerated freight options for compatible chilled and frozen shipments that do not fill a trailer.

Reefer LTL
Our Specialty

Reefer & Temperature-Controlled Transportation

Mann Trans Inc is California's premier reefer carrier, specializing in the safe, on-time transportation of perishable goods across the United States. Our refrigerated fleet maintains temperatures from -20 degF to 65 degF, ensuring cold chain integrity from pickup to final delivery.

We serve California's major agricultural regions - including the Central Valley (Bakersfield, Fresno, Sacramento), Salinas Valley, and Los Angeles basin - with dedicated lanes to East Coast markets, the Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and Texas. Every load is GPS-tracked with real-time temperature monitoring and electronic proof of delivery.

What We Haul

Fresh Produce & Berries
Meat & Poultry
Dairy & Frozen Foods
Pharmaceuticals
Beverages
Organic & Specialty
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Why Shippers Choose Our Reefer Service

Precise Temperature Control

Carrier & Thermo King units maintain -20 degF to 65 degF. Multi-zone capability for mixed loads. Pre-cooling before every pickup.

Real-Time GPS & Temp Monitoring

Every trailer is GPS-tracked with temperature sensors. You get live updates and complete temperature logs on delivery.

FSMA & Food Safety Compliant

Full compliance with FSMA Sanitary Transportation Rule. Clean trailers, documented wash-outs, and food-grade handling procedures.

On-Time Delivery Guarantee

98%+ on-time rate. Dedicated dispatch ensures your perishables arrive within the delivery window - every time.

Efficient Logistics

Cross Docking Services

Strategic cross docking in Bakersfield, CA - rapid transfer of reefer and dry loads without long-term storage, reducing transit times and supply chain costs.

Our Bakersfield, CA cross docking facility acts as a high-speed transfer point where inbound freight is received, sorted, and loaded directly onto outbound trailers - typically within 12 to 24 hours. This eliminates warehousing costs, reduces product handling, and gets your goods to market faster.

We handle both refrigerated and dry loads with temperature-controlled dock doors, ensuring cold chain integrity is maintained throughout the transfer process. Cross docking is ideal for retailers, distributors, and produce shippers who need rapid regional distribution from a central California hub.

How Our Cross Docking Works

  1. Receive - Inbound loads arrive at our Bakersfield facility
  2. Sort - Products are sorted by destination, commodity, or customer
  3. Transfer - Freight is moved to outbound trailers on the same dock
  4. Dispatch - Outbound loads depart within 12-24 hours
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Faster Transit

12-24 hour turnaround eliminates storage delays.

Lower Costs

No warehousing fees - pay only for the transfer.

Temp-Controlled Docks

Refrigerated dock doors maintain cold chain integrity.

Multi-Stop Consolidation

Combine or split loads for flexible distribution.

Produce Specialization

Produce Load Consolidation

Don't have a full truckload? We combine LTL shipments from multiple California growers into cost-efficient FTL loads with compatible temperature management.

Mann Trans Inc's produce consolidation service is designed for small and mid-size California growers who ship less-than-truckload (LTL) quantities. We coordinate pickups from multiple farms across the Central Valley, Salinas, and coastal growing regions, then combine compatible products into a single full truckload bound for the same market.

Our dispatchers understand produce compatibility - which commodities can share trailer space based on temperature requirements, ethylene sensitivity, and odor transfer. This expertise ensures your product arrives fresh while you benefit from full truckload pricing instead of expensive LTL rates.

Consolidation Benefits

  • 50-70% cost savings vs. shipping partial loads individually
  • Compatible temperature grouping - we never mix incompatible commodities
  • Coordinated pickup schedules across multiple CA growing regions
  • Single point of contact - one carrier, one BOL, simplified logistics
  • Real-time tracking from first pickup to final delivery
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Multi-Shipper Loads

Combine products from 2-6 growers into one full truckload for maximum cost efficiency.

Temperature Compatibility

Expert knowledge of which commodities can share trailer space safely - ethylene, temp, and odor management.

Optimized Pickup Routes

Strategic multi-stop pickup coordination across Central Valley, Salinas, and coastal farms.

General Freight

Dry Van Transportation

Secure, weather-protected freight transportation for non-perishable cargo across the continental United States.

In addition to our reefer specialty, Mann Trans Inc provides reliable dry van transportation for non-temperature-sensitive freight. Our dry van fleet handles everything from packaged foods and consumer goods to retail merchandise, industrial supplies, and building materials.

Every dry van load is fully enclosed for weather protection, secured against shifting, and GPS-tracked from origin to destination. We offer both full truckload (FTL) and dedicated lane options with the same commitment to on-time delivery and professional service that defines our reefer operations.

Dry Van Capabilities

53' dry van trailers
45,000 lb capacity
GPS tracking
E-Track secured
Full cargo insurance
Dedicated lanes
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Consumer & Retail Goods

General merchandise, CPG products, electronics, apparel, and e-commerce fulfillment freight.

Industrial & Building Materials

Construction supplies, raw materials, automotive parts, and manufacturing components.

Non-Perishable Food

Canned goods, dry packaged foods, beverages, snacks, and shelf-stable grocery items.

Storage & Distribution

Warehousing & Distribution

Temperature-controlled and ambient storage in Bakersfield, CA with inventory management, order fulfillment, and seamless cross-docking integration.

Our Bakersfield, CA warehouse facility provides both temperature-controlled and ambient storage for short-term and long-term needs. Strategically located in California's Central Valley - midway between Los Angeles and the San Joaquin Valley agricultural belt - our facility is ideal for produce staging, distribution, and seasonal storage.

We offer integrated warehousing that connects directly to our transportation network: products can move from warehouse to reefer or dry van trailer with zero handoff delays. This makes us a single-source logistics partner for growers and distributors who need storage, cross docking, and transportation under one roof.

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Cold Storage

Refrigerated zones for produce, dairy, and perishables.

Inventory Management

Real-time inventory tracking and reporting.

Order Fulfillment

Pick, pack, and ship for distribution customers.

24/7 Security

Surveillance, access control, and alarmed facility.

Coverage

Where We Operate

Based in Bakersfield, CA with dedicated lanes coast to coast.

California Hub

Bakersfield, Fresno, Sacramento, Salinas, Los Angeles, San Diego, Stockton, Modesto - daily pickups from the state's major agricultural regions.

East Coast Markets

New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Boston, Baltimore, Miami, Atlanta - dedicated reefer lanes with 4-5 day coast-to-coast transit.

Nationwide Coverage

Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Denver, Phoenix, Seattle, Portland - full 48-state coverage for both reefer and dry van freight.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our transportation and logistics services.

Our refrigerated fleet maintains temperatures from -20 degF to 65 degF depending on cargo requirements. We use Carrier and Thermo King refrigeration units with multi-zone capability for mixed loads. Every trailer is pre-cooled before pickup and equipped with real-time temperature sensors. We provide complete temperature logs upon delivery for your records and compliance needs.
We are based in Bakersfield, CA and serve the entire continental United States. Our primary routes include California's Central Valley, Salinas Valley, and Los Angeles, with dedicated lanes to East Coast markets (New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Boston, Florida). We also serve the Midwest (Chicago, Detroit), Texas (Dallas, Houston), Pacific Northwest (Seattle, Portland), and the Southeast (Atlanta, Charlotte).
We transport all types of California fresh produce including berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), leafy greens (lettuce, spinach, kale), stone fruits (peaches, plums, nectarines), citrus (oranges, lemons, grapefruits), grapes, avocados, tomatoes, peppers, and specialty crops. We understand the unique temperature, humidity, and ethylene management requirements for each commodity.
Our Bakersfield, CA cross docking facility receives inbound freight, sorts it by destination or customer, and transfers it directly to outbound trailers - typically within 12 to 24 hours. This eliminates long-term storage costs, reduces product handling, and speeds up delivery. We handle both refrigerated and dry loads with temperature-controlled dock doors to maintain cold chain integrity throughout the process.
Yes. Our produce consolidation service is specifically designed for small and mid-size California growers who don't have full truckloads. We combine LTL shipments from multiple growers into a single full truckload, maintaining compatible temperatures throughout. This can result in 50-70% cost savings compared to shipping partial loads individually. Our dispatchers have deep knowledge of commodity compatibility to ensure safe co-loading.
Yes. We support dedicated reefer lanes for recurring California outbound and inbound freight programs. Dedicated lanes are useful for weekly, seasonal, and high-volume refrigerated freight that needs more predictable capacity, communication, and service planning.
Yes. We can coordinate multi-stop consolidation from farms, packing houses, cold storage facilities, processors, and distribution points when freight is compatible by temperature, timing, product handling, weight, and delivery schedule.
Yes. Reefer LTL is available for compatible chilled or frozen freight that fits a scheduled or consolidated refrigerated route. We review commodity, set point, pallet count, timing, and route fit before confirming partial refrigerated freight.
Our dry van service handles all non-perishable freight including packaged foods, beverages, consumer goods, retail merchandise, industrial supplies, building materials, electronics, automotive parts, and general commodities. All loads are fully enclosed for weather protection, E-Track secured against shifting, and GPS-tracked from origin to destination.
Yes. Mann Trans Inc is fully USDOT authorized and FMCSA compliant with a satisfactory safety rating. We carry full cargo and liability insurance, and our drivers undergo regular drug testing, background checks, and safety training. We also comply with FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) requirements for food transportation and maintain ELD (Electronic Logging Device) compliance for hours of service.
You can request a free quote by calling (661) 889-5991, emailing info@manntransinc.com, or filling out the form on our Get a Quote page. We typically respond within 1-2 hours during business hours. For the fastest quote, please have your origin, destination, commodity type, weight, and desired pickup date ready.

Mann Trans Inc - Services at a Glance

ServiceDescriptionCoverage
Temperature-Controlled FreightRefrigerated and frozen freight for produce, meat, dairy, packaged food, and sensitive cargo48 states, CA-based
Dedicated Reefer LanesRecurring refrigerated capacity for weekly, seasonal, and program freightCA outbound and inbound
Multi-Stop ConsolidationCombine compatible refrigerated pickups from multiple farms, sheds, or facilitiesCA growing regions
Reefer LTLPartial refrigerated freight for compatible chilled and frozen shipmentsScheduled or consolidated lanes
Cross DockingRapid transfer facility, 12-24 hr turnaround, reefer & dryBakersfield, CA
Dry VanNon-perishable freight, 53' trailers, 45,000 lb capacity, E-Track secured48 states
WarehousingCold & ambient storage, inventory mgmt, order fulfillmentBakersfield, CA

Mann Trans Inc | Bakersfield, CA | (661) 889-5991 | USDOT Authorized | FMCSA Compliant | FSMA Compliant

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