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Dimensioning Introduction
- 1. QUANTRONIX Cubing & Weighing Systems
- 2. What is cubing/dimensioning? Measuring (dimming, cubing, dimensioning) Parcel volume is computed, compared to weight to determine shipping charge International freight density ~ 10遜 lbs / sq ft Domestic freight density ~ 9 lbs / sq ft Volume-based charges compensate for space used Carriers usually bulk-out vs weigh-out
- 3. How is it of value to my business? All air freight (and most ground freight) on major couriers require declared dims Without a declaration you are subject to carrier audits and accessorial back-charges Disputing carrier-imposed dim-charges is time-consuming, difficult, and costly Back-charges can: Hurt margins if you employ standard shipping charges Cost you money if you are billing for reimbursement
- 4. Why do I need an automated dimensioning device? Improve accuracy and consistency Credibility (in the case of disputes) Reduce manpower Increase throughput Obtain carrier endorsement (waiver of back-charges)
- 5. How do dimensioning systems work? Ultrasonics Lasers Infrared light CCD cameras Light receptors Machine vision
- 6. What kinds of cubing systems are there and what do they cost? Small static systems: Generally replace a small to medium-sized bench scale Usually are designed for hand-held parcels under 70 lbs Run from $5,000 to around $20,000 Generally have throughput capability of 100 to 500 pph
- 8. What kinds of cubing systems are there and what do they cost? Conveyorized (or in-motion) systems: Come with or without a scale Are usually designed for parcels under 70 lbs Can sometimes measure non-singulated and/or some non-cuboidal freight Operate at belt speeds up to 600 feet per minute (generally slower with a scale) Cost: low teens to $50,000 for a full cuber/weigher Throughput of 2,000 to 20,000 pph (higher w/o a scale)
- 9. In-motion cubers and cuber/weighers
- 10. What kinds of cubing systems are there and what do they cost? Pallet dimensioning systems: Generally work with a floor scale, but can be separate Measure full pallet loads and/or individual parcels Can usually measure some non-cuboidal freight Are typically static, a few are conveyorized Most have multiple sensors to eliminate shadowing Typically tare-off dims and weight of the pallet Can usually process 50 to 100 shipments per hour
- 12. How does a dimensioning system work WMS or shipping software? It can provide data directly to your WMS, order fulfillment system, and/or shipping system Some dimensioners have interfaces specifically written for WMS and shipping software packages.
- 13. What should I look for in an automated dimensioning system? If youre charging your customer you may have a legal-for-trade (LFT) application: Requires a Weights & Measures type-approved device Your vendor should be able to explain Type-approved LFT devices have been independently tested and proven An approved system may have other desirable qualitative and reliability attributes
- 14. What should I look for in an automated dimensioning system? Youll want a system that can interface directly and easily with your WMS or shipping software. This is a critical feature, because a good dimensioner without a good interface is not very useful
- 15. What should I look for in an automated dimensioning system? A good system is: Accurate Consistent Quick Durable May have LFT qualification Easy to service Has a good user/data interface, and Payback of months, not years