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Packaging Calculators

Packaging Calculators

Understand how to crunch the numbers.

DIM Weight Calculator Powered by Pregis

Several years back, dimensional weight restrictions permanently changed the world of package shipping. Previously, shipping rates were calculated based on weight – the heavier the box, the more you paid to ship. Dim weight is the amount of space that a package takes up in relation to the weight. That means you’re charged based on the dimensional weight or actual weight – whichever ends up being greater.


The Purpose

Dimensional weight restrictions were put in place to help reduce emissions due to poorly packed boxes. Although it’s easy to get behind mitigating the negative impacts on the environment, we still have had to pivot and adapt. Making packages smaller to improve our planet and your bottom line.

The Strategy

Understand which packaging materials to use to make a difference, such as mailers over traditional boxes. Measuring your package is critical for assessing costs and each carrier has its own set of rules – know these costs upfront. And remember…package weight still matters!

The Impact

As e-commerce has exploded, parcel companies have had to adapt to accommodate the sheer volume of packages being shipped around the world. For your business, this means dimensional weight restrictions. Fast and free shipping has also become standard and means you need a plan for balancing the costs of shipping to your company.


Damages Impact Calculator Powered by Pregis

Several years back, dimensional weight restrictions permanently changed the world of package shipping. Previously, shipping rates were calculated based on weight – the heavier the box, the more you paid to ship. Dim weight is the amount of space that a package takes up in relation to the weight. That means you’re charged based on the dimensional weight or actual weight – whichever ends up being greater.


The Purpose

Companies know that they absorb the cost of shipping products back and replacing the items. This cost time, labor, and materials to send out the same product twice. And most importantly, your customer’s experience is negatively impacted, which means your brand is negatively affected, as well.

The Impact

If faulty packaging results in customers receiving your product in damaged, broken, or non-functioning condition, the impact to the bottom line can be a big blow to your business. Every return can result in hundreds of dollars in added costs, not to mention the potential loss of customers and future orders.

The Experience

Another aspect to think about is the growing trend of unboxing videos on social media platforms. Customers want to show off your packaging and product to their dedicated following, but if they receive a damaged package, that isn’t a good look. Consumers also want to do business with companies that consider the environmental impact of their packaging, so keep that in mind!


Gauge Your Green Calculator Powered by Pregis

When products are damaged, so is the environment. Luckily, the EcoGauge app and calculator allows companies to calculate their environmental impact from damaged products. Pregis has created the first-ever tool of its kind to use your unique data to accurately measure your environmental impact.


The Impact

On average, each damaged product adds 40.4 pounds of carbon dioxide gas emissions into the atmosphere. We think that’s worth taking notice of and bringing into account during your packaging and shipping process.

The Insights

EcoGauge helps to analyze data provided by you, including quantity of annual packages shipped, damage rate, and average product weight to calculate the anticipated resources needed to dispose of damaged products and deliver replacements.

The Numbers

We’re able to get a comprehensive look at the environmental impact through EcoGauge. This includes the usage of trees, gasoline, electricity, and natural gas. It also measures carbon dioxide and methane gas emissions, habitat loss, and impact on water quality.


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