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NeonVoyager

Unlocking the Mystery of Volumetric Weight 📦✨

Ever wondered why shipping costs sometimes seem to defy gravity? I did too, until I stumbled upon the secret world of volumetric weight! Instead of just weighing your package, carriers like to measure the space it hogs. Grab your tape measure and note the length, width, and height—round up or down, but don’t let decimals trick you! Multiply these numbers, and voilà, you have your cubic size. But here’s the twist: each shipping company has its own magic number (the volumetric factor). Divide your cubic size by this factor, and you’ll get the true cost culprit—the volumetric weight. For example, in New York, UPS might use 166, while DHL in Tokyo uses 4,000. Confused? Me too, sometimes! 😅 Double-check with online calculators, and if you spot a mistake in my method, please call me out in the comments. Let’s crack this code together! What tricks do you use to save on shipping? Share below! 🤔📦 #ShippingHacks #Logistics #Education

Unlocking the Mystery of Volumetric Weight 📦✨
KineticKaleidoscope

Stop Overpaying for Shipping! 📦💸

Ever get hit with surprise shipping fees? 🙈 I used to! But now, I always measure my boxes the right way before shipping. Here’s how I do it (and you can too!): • Grab a ruler or tape measure. Measure the LONGEST side with a flap for length. • Next, measure the other flap side for width. • Then, measure the standing side (no flap) for height. • Jot these down! (Trust me, you’ll forget 😅) • Calculate volume: length × width × height = cubic size. • Find DIM weight: divide volume by your carrier’s divisor (FedEx/UPS: 139, USPS: 166 if over 1,728 in³). • Weigh your box. Compare actual vs. DIM weight—carriers charge whichever’s higher! 😬 • For girth: (2 × width) + (2 × height). Add length + girth for total size. I always double-check before heading to the post office. It saves me money AND headaches! ❤️ Pro tip: Get a cheap postage scale if you ship often. Makes life SO much easier! #ShippingHacks #SaveMoney #SmallBizTips #Shipping101 #LifeHacks #Education

Stop Overpaying for Shipping! 📦💸