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- ICC - Federal Interstate Commerce Commission
A defunct agency of the Federal Government that regulated, among other things, the transportation of household goods across state lines for pay.
- IFMA - International Facilities Managers Association
One of the many professional associations in which COR-O-VAN is an active participant.
- Installer
A trained member of the COR-O-VAN team assigned the task of assembling or disassembling modular or systems furniture. They may also provide other services such as removal of white board units, hanging files and providing "earthquake" protection of several types.
- Liability Coverage
This is usually an insurance policy that movers carry to cover accident damage, and/or damage to a building. It is a good idea to request a copy of the current insurance certificate to insure that this coverage is in place. Also make sure the mover has "Workers Compensation Insurance." If the mover is not covered and one of his employees is hurt during your move, your Workers Compensation Insurance may be charged.
- Lift Gate
This is a large moveable platform that is attached at the end of a trailer or bobtail and is used to move items to and from the van. A lift gate is especially useful for handling large sensitive pieces of equipment.
- Load And Go
This is a type of job that uses several vans. Vans are loaded and unloaded quickly because a portion of the crew can work at each end of the job.
- Loader
This is the COR-O-VAN team member that places padding on your goods and then secures them in the van for transportation to the new location.
- Long Push
An excessive distance to or from the elevator or the truck, so as to necessitate additional personnel on the job.
- Machine Cart or Gondola (Dimensions 50X22X48)
 Used mainly to move desktop computer equipment and office equipment. Each cart has three open shelves.
- Masonite
A hard board used as floor protection during an office move. These are typically 4x2 sheets of pressed board material that are placed over carpeting and other floor coverings. Since office moves are done using dollies and carts, this protection is essential for protection against wear and tear that can occur during an office move.
- Modular Systems
Office furniture that has interchangeable parts and can be designed to match any floor plan configuration.
- Mover
A laborer who is trained in the art and techniques of office moving.
- NAVL
North American Van Lines is a nationwide carrier for which COR-O-VAN is an agent. Other NAVL agents cover markets not serviced by COR-O-VAN.
- NTE - Not-to-Exceed
An estimate of cost given as a maximum price for the services requested and listed in the estimate or scope of services. The final price could be less but not more for that work.
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