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Plain guides to dimensions, density and warehouse data.

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A reference on the 2025 freight-class rules, and a fair comparison for anyone choosing a dimensioner.

Pallets app output: four faces of a wrapped pallet of cartons, each outlined in red with its measured size

Guide · LTL freight: density & class Label check pending

NMFC density-based classification

Since NMFTA Docket 2025-1 took effect on 19 July 2025, most LTL freight is classed by density. The scale, a worked pallet example step by step, how to measure, what to record on the BOL, and a checklist.

Last reviewed 10 Oct 2026Scale · worked example · FAQ · sources

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Drawing of a static dimensioner: a weighing deck on a frame, with a sensor arch at one end

Comparison · Dimensioning

Handheld vs static dimensioners

Fixed machinery, tape measure or handheld: who each is for, a side-by-side table on twelve criteria, when a fixed system fits better, and what to count in total cost of ownership.

Last reviewed 10 Oct 2026Comparison table · FAQ · sources

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Each topic links to what's on the site today: a guide, a solution, a product page or the FAQ.

DimensioningWhat dimensioners are, how handhelds and fixed systems compare, accuracy and limits.Handheld vs static M2 Mobile Dimensioner Accuracy FAQ
DIM weight & parcel costsMeasuring parcels and irregular items so carrier charges and cartons match the item.Parcel dimensioning Irregular items
LTL freight: density & classThe density rules, measuring pallets at the dock, and records for the bill of lading.NMFC guide Pallet dimensioning
Item master dataWeights and dimensions for every SKU: capturing them at receiving and checking supplier data.Receiving Mann Lake story
Warehouse spaceSlotting, cube utilization and the item data that automation needs before it starts.Warehouse operations 3PL & fulfillment
Packing & cartonizationItem dimensions at the packing bench, so the right carton is chosen.S1 benchtop station Shipping efficiency
Integration & data flowGetting each record into a WMS, ERP or TMS: device push, Android intents, the Cloud API, WorkFlows.Integrations Developers QBOID Cloud

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