Use the Package F/M program to calculate and maintain dimensional measurements of shipping containers if your system is not integrated with the Clippership shipping software. The dimensional weight, as defined by UPS, is used when shipping packages measuring more one cubic foot via UPS Next Day Air or 2nd Day Air. If the dimensional weight is greater than the actual weight, the dimensional weight is used to calculate shipping charges.
The calculation used to determine dimensional weight is
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length x width x height |
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194 (dimensional weight factor) |
NOTE: If a package is a non-rectangular shape (such as a drum or sphere), use the dimensions of the smallest rectangular box in which the object can fit.
If calculated dimensional weight applies, it displays on screen.
Use the following fields to enter and maintain dimensional measurements for shipping containers:
Enter the package code (up to three characters).
2. Description
Enter the description (up to 30 characters) of the code.
3. Length
Enter the length of the package in inches.
4. Width
Enter the width of the package in inches.
5. Height
Enter the height of the package in inches.
For more detailed information on file maintenance programs, consult the following topics.