Package F/M (SOF935)

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

length x width x height

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.

Field Descriptions

Use the following fields to enter and maintain dimensional measurements for shipping containers:

1. Package Code

Enter the package code (up to three characters). Press F2 or image\find_shg.gif to search.

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.

See Also

For more detailed information on file maintenance programs, consult the following topics.

How to use File Maintenance programs