Transportation & Warehousing — Done Right.
Family-owned and built on Midwest values. We move freight with modern equipment, experienced people, and reliable service that earns repeat business.
Our Solutions
Asset-based trucking, warehousing, and brokerage — all under one roof.
Trucking
Dry van, flatbed, step deck, and conestoga hauling across the Midwest and beyond.
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Warehousing
Flexible warehousing and distribution from our Hartford, WI facility.
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Expedited Shipping
Time-critical freight across the US and Canada — sprinter vans, box trucks, tractor-trailer capacity, and so much more.
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Five driver roles — full-time, regional, and flexible part-time. Home time. Well-maintained equipment. Real people working together.
Why Laufer
Family-owned trucking, warehousing, and brokerage — Midwest-based with national coverage since 1977.
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Asset-Based Capacity
Our own trucks, our own drivers. No surprises when you need a load covered.
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On-Time, Communicated
Hartford dispatch picks up the phone. You'll always know where your freight is and who's moving it.
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Two Generations Serving You
Two generations of Laufers committed to serving our customers. Real decisions made by real people who know your business.
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Drop Trailer Service
We leave our trailer at your dock so you can load on your own schedule. No driver waiting, no scrambling for capacity.
What People Say
Shippers, drivers, and partners — in their own words.
When I need a logistics partner to support CDM Tool and our customers, Laufer Trucking is my first call. They consistently deliver the best options to ensure our customers receive their molds on time- and when needs change, Laufer pivots and adjusts without missing a beat.
Working at Laufer Trucking has been a great experience. The people here are hardworking, helpful, and know how to keep things moving – literally. Whether it's drivers, maintenance, or office staff, everyone works together to get the job done. I like working here because no two days are exactly the same, and there's always something to keep you on your toes. The team is supportive, the work is rewarding, and somehow we manage to keep a sense of humor even when things get hectic. We haul freight and solve problems together.
Quest Engineering has been working with Laufer for over ten years. Their drivers are always respectful and helpful. The prices are competitive.
I have been with Laufer going on 10 years and from the beginning I felt like I am part of a team. Any concerns or issues that I may have had were addressed promptly and resolved. I am not just a truck number here and the staff have treated not only me but my family with respect. Planning on ending my trucking career with Laufer Trucking.
Mantz Automation has been doing business with Laufer for decades. Outstanding Customer Service, Dependable, Responsive, and most importantly Flexible. Laufer's ability to adapt to our needs has kept us coming back. Other carriers have just fallen short while Laufer has stood out.
Laufer Trucking is a company that you can have a career and not just a job. Everyone from the office to the mechanics are here to help you be successful. The senior drivers are always willing to help out new drivers too. They offer suggestions and have been a great resource to learn the business. The Laufers themselves foster this environment for everyone's success. I've felt welcomed and supported since day one. Simply put, I don't want to be anywhere else.
Working with Krista, Andy, and the owner, Al, makes a massive difference. They are straightforward, completely transparent, and just incredibly honest with their customers. If you need a trucking company that actually delivers on its promises and operates with real integrity, I can't recommend Laufer Trucking enough.
I've been driving over 30 years — I pick my employer carefully. The team treats you with respect, no drama. Mechanics are top of their class taking excellent care of the trucks. Dispatch is top notch, so easy to get along with. I'm very happy I chose Laufer.
Laufer Trucking checks all the boxes we look for with our partner carriers. They consistently provide reliable service, proactive communication, professional and courteous drivers, and quality equipment for safe loading and travel of our freight. Wisconsin Paper Group is happy to call Laufer Trucking a partner and we look forward to many more years of working together!
Losing my job in 2025 after almost twenty years with the same company was something I never expected. When I came to Laufer Trucking, I was just hoping to get back on my feet. What I found was a place that treated me with respect from day one. They took the time to hear my story, saw the experience I brought with me, and gave me the chance to start fresh with confidence. The people here look out for each other, and the leadership genuinely cares. What started as a tough detour in my life has turned into a place I'm truly grateful to be part of.
Laufer Trucking does daily pickups for Broan-NuTone from our steel supplier in the Chicago area. They can react to one-day lead times with either open or van equipment. They also react to changes in schedules or any additional expedited needs. Their Operations team is great to work with — they respond usually in minutes to any communication needed. Freight is always delivered safely and the way it was loaded (unharmed). My suppliers have also mentioned how great they are to work with. Drivers always have the needed PPE and follow all safety requirements.
Wisconsin Pharmacal has been partners with Wacker Drive Logistics and Laufer Trucking for 10 plus years. We utilize their partnership for storage, off loading containers, and transportation. We trust in them for their accuracy, attention to detail, and outstanding customer service. I highly recommend their service for any of your Logistics needs.
What really sets Laufer apart is their team. Every interaction feels genuine, and there's a strong sense of partnership—you truly feel like part of the family when working with them. That kind of relationship is refreshing and makes a real difference in day-to-day operations.
When I need a logistics partner to support CDM Tool and our customers, Laufer Trucking is my first call. They consistently deliver the best options to ensure our customers receive their molds on time- and when needs change, Laufer pivots and adjusts without missing a beat.
Working at Laufer Trucking has been a great experience. The people here are hardworking, helpful, and know how to keep things moving – literally. Whether it's drivers, maintenance, or office staff, everyone works together to get the job done. I like working here because no two days are exactly the same, and there's always something to keep you on your toes. The team is supportive, the work is rewarding, and somehow we manage to keep a sense of humor even when things get hectic. We haul freight and solve problems together.
Quest Engineering has been working with Laufer for over ten years. Their drivers are always respectful and helpful. The prices are competitive.
I have been with Laufer going on 10 years and from the beginning I felt like I am part of a team. Any concerns or issues that I may have had were addressed promptly and resolved. I am not just a truck number here and the staff have treated not only me but my family with respect. Planning on ending my trucking career with Laufer Trucking.
Mantz Automation has been doing business with Laufer for decades. Outstanding Customer Service, Dependable, Responsive, and most importantly Flexible. Laufer's ability to adapt to our needs has kept us coming back. Other carriers have just fallen short while Laufer has stood out.
Laufer Trucking is a company that you can have a career and not just a job. Everyone from the office to the mechanics are here to help you be successful. The senior drivers are always willing to help out new drivers too. They offer suggestions and have been a great resource to learn the business. The Laufers themselves foster this environment for everyone's success. I've felt welcomed and supported since day one. Simply put, I don't want to be anywhere else.
Working with Krista, Andy, and the owner, Al, makes a massive difference. They are straightforward, completely transparent, and just incredibly honest with their customers. If you need a trucking company that actually delivers on its promises and operates with real integrity, I can't recommend Laufer Trucking enough.
I've been driving over 30 years — I pick my employer carefully. The team treats you with respect, no drama. Mechanics are top of their class taking excellent care of the trucks. Dispatch is top notch, so easy to get along with. I'm very happy I chose Laufer.
Laufer Trucking checks all the boxes we look for with our partner carriers. They consistently provide reliable service, proactive communication, professional and courteous drivers, and quality equipment for safe loading and travel of our freight. Wisconsin Paper Group is happy to call Laufer Trucking a partner and we look forward to many more years of working together!
Losing my job in 2025 after almost twenty years with the same company was something I never expected. When I came to Laufer Trucking, I was just hoping to get back on my feet. What I found was a place that treated me with respect from day one. They took the time to hear my story, saw the experience I brought with me, and gave me the chance to start fresh with confidence. The people here look out for each other, and the leadership genuinely cares. What started as a tough detour in my life has turned into a place I'm truly grateful to be part of.
Laufer Trucking does daily pickups for Broan-NuTone from our steel supplier in the Chicago area. They can react to one-day lead times with either open or van equipment. They also react to changes in schedules or any additional expedited needs. Their Operations team is great to work with — they respond usually in minutes to any communication needed. Freight is always delivered safely and the way it was loaded (unharmed). My suppliers have also mentioned how great they are to work with. Drivers always have the needed PPE and follow all safety requirements.
Wisconsin Pharmacal has been partners with Wacker Drive Logistics and Laufer Trucking for 10 plus years. We utilize their partnership for storage, off loading containers, and transportation. We trust in them for their accuracy, attention to detail, and outstanding customer service. I highly recommend their service for any of your Logistics needs.
What really sets Laufer apart is their team. Every interaction feels genuine, and there's a strong sense of partnership—you truly feel like part of the family when working with them. That kind of relationship is refreshing and makes a real difference in day-to-day operations.
Accreditations & Partners
Trusted by — and accredited with — the organizations that hold our industry to a higher standard.
Family-owned and built on Midwest values.
Laufer Trucking is a family-run operation based in Hartford, Wisconsin. We've built our reputation on treating drivers like family, not numbers. Well maintained equipment, honest management, and a commitment to getting it done right.
Wacker Drive Logistics & Warehousing and LT2 Logistics, extends our services with flexible warehousing and freight brokerage across the Midwest.
Frequently Asked
Straight answers — about our equipment, our lanes, and what it's like to drive for a family-run carrier in Hartford.
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Three companies under Laufer Enterprises: Laufer Trucking (asset-based dry van, flatbed, and conestoga) serving the Midwest region, Chicagoland and the local area. Wacker Drive Logistics – Hartford based warehousing operation, and LT2 Logistics – US & Canada expedited, LTL and Truckload. One call, one team, one set of people who answer the phone.
Yes, Laufer carriers a higher than standard cargo insurance and has easy access to rider policies. Pricing can be determined quickly and affordably.
Local runs cover intrastate Wisconsin and Chicagoland. Laufer also focuses on the Midwest with a heavy presence in Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio. We have some coverage to areas beyond the Midwest as well, please see our interactive map. Our brokerage arm moves freight across the US and Canada.
We can haul just about anything in our dry vans, but focus mainly on serving industrial/manufacturing type shippers. Some of our main commodities include, bagged minerals, paper and cardboard products, steel and metal materials, stamped parts, crated overhead doors and other finished products.
Our flatbeds and conestogas focus on steel coils, steel bars, steel tubes, sheet steel, metal weldments, injection molds, recreational trailers, machinery and high value equipment.
A conestoga trailer combines the versatility of a flatbed with the protection of an enclosed trailer through a rolling tarp system that can be opened from the side. This design allows freight to be loaded from the side or at a dock while eliminating the need for drivers to manually tarp and untarp loads, saving time, reducing labor, and improving efficiency.
Conestoga trailers provide excellent weather protection while offering a less invasive solution for high-value or sensitive products that may be difficult to load into a traditional enclosed trailer. The result is faster loading and unloading, better cargo protection, and reduced handling risk.
Laufer Trucking's conestoga fleet is specifically configured to maximize cargo capacity. All of our conestoga trailers are equipped with 104 inches of vertical clearance, exceeding typical industry standards. For oversized and specialized shipments, our step deck conestoga trailers can accommodate up to 118 inches of vertical clearance, providing additional flexibility for taller freight.
Drop-trailer service is one of our biggest differentiators. When it makes sense, Laufer can provide a drop trailer to help our customers load with more convenience and less time constraints, freeing up floor space and eliminating driver wait times.
Drop trailer services are evaluated on a case-by-case basis depending on expected activity levels of the drop trailer.
This will depend on complexity of quote request and ensuring we have all the details needed to accurately quote. We do pride ourselves on all customers inquiries being acknowledged within 15 minutes during business hours. We pick up the phone, and proactive updates continue through pickup and delivery.
Flatbed roles need 12 months of Class A CDL experience. For our other roles, apply and a member of our hiring team will review your application. We look for a clean record and a willingness to communicate. We hire locally — West Bend, Jackson, Slinger, Hartford, Rubicon, Beaver Dam, Germantown, Mayville and the surrounding area.
From the Blog
News, driver stories, and freight insights from the Laufer Trucking team in Hartford, Wisconsin.
What Is Drop and Hook Trucking?
Drop and hook means a driver drops the trailer they arrived with and hooks to one that is already loaded and waiting, then leaves. Nobody sits at a dock while freight is loaded.
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What Is a Freight Charge?
A freight charge is what a carrier bills you to move a load from one place to another. On a truckload shipment it is built from three parts: linehaul, fuel surcharge and accessorials.
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How Many Pallets Fit in a 53-Foot Trailer?
A 53-foot dry van holds 26 standard 48-by-40-inch pallets in a single floor layer, loaded straight. Turning the pallets can raise that up to 30 and a pinwheel pattern reaches 28.
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