Axle Weight Distribution Software

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A sample trailer load with multiple cargo types

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CubeMaster is a must for manufacturers, shippers, freight forwarders and logistics providers. It is a cargo load planning, optimization, diagramming and
distribution software. It calculates the 'how to' load the trucks, containers, pallets, rail cars, boxes and ULDs with single and mixed size products.

CubeMaster is the easies and most powerful cargo load plan and optimization software for truck, container, pallet and carton. It reduces shipping and transport costs through intelligent cargo loading and optimal space utilization algorithm.

Proven and Unique Algorithm

CubeMaster uses a proven load optimization algorithm published at JORS (Journal of Operational Research) the world class SCI journal in the industrial engineering. And also CubeMaster is the only and unique software able to calculate 23 load optimizations as in the following table. [see more]
Truck and Trailer Sea Container Pallet Air Container Carton
Mix LoadOK OK OK OK OK
Single Load OKOKOKOKOK
Set Load OKOKOKOKOK
Multi-Set Load OKOKOKOKOK
2-step Load OKOK-OK-

Easy to Use and Fully Customizable

  • It's easy. Our guiding principals to make CubeMaster are: Quickest To Learn Easiest to Use even without help files. Our load planner is meant for front-line people and managers, not the IT department. Don't like or can't afford to spend a lot of time reading help files or tutorials? CubeMaster is the one for you. This also means that as employees come, go, or change positions, there is no significant concern.
  • Excel and CSV Import Wizard - Worried about how you will get your cargo data into CubeMaster? Use copy and paste to bring in thousands of products at once. (Of course you can just type product data into our cargo list if you like.) [see more detail ]
  • Switch on-the-fly between Metric or English systems
  • Switch on-the-fly between English, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Turkish and Korean - Synchronize with your foreign supplier or customer if each has CubeMaster. Just a click will switch between different languages
  • Outlook-style user interface to manage complex order and load plan
  • Document management with the Today window - easy access to the recent Container, Truck, Pallet and Carton Load Plans [see a movie at new window]
  • Display of the % cube or % weight of your transit vehicle
  • 3D click, drag and drop editor to easily create and visualize load plans [see a movie at new window]
  • 3D color-coded graphical display shows what you are entering into SKU, tote or pallet database as you design it
  • Import all types of databases - ORACLE, MS-SQL, DB2 and XML with built-in query and connection manager
  • Send your load plan by email with attachment automatically
  • Full size on the screen gives good visibility
  • Save preferred settings including vehicle type, dimension, measurement units and language formats as system defaults
  • Custom in-house programming available to incorporate desired functions or system integration using a SDK (Software Development Kit)

  • Powerful and Easy User Interface


    Easy Excel and CSV import

    Multiple Load Optimizations

  • Truck and Trailer Loading - Finds the best combination of multiple vehicle types (eg. 40FT x3 + 20FT x2). It also regards multiple stops and load priorities.
  • Sea Container Loading - Optimizes cargo plan with multiple different sizes and quantities or finds the max number of cartons per single container (calculates FCL: Full Container Load).
  • Pallet Configuration and Pattern Optimization - Perfect for creating multiple product load plans for pre-packing unitload. Also calculates single full pallet or mixed pallet loads. These pallet loads can then be used in building container loads.
  • Carton Load Optimization for Order Picking - Calculates best tote/ship case to fulfill the picking orders with different box sizes and quantities. It also determines optimal load diagramming and picking list.
  • Air Cargo Loading Plan - Calculates the best use of multiple air pallets and containers including LD and ULD type. It also be used to maximizes the space utilization of an air craft.
  • Palletizing before Truck and Container Loading - Automatically convert case quantities to full pallet and mixed pallet loads, before final container loading

  • Multiple Load Optimizations

    Various Load Types

  • Single Load - CubeMaster uses proven algorithms to calculate full container and pallet loads of single-size product. It also consider multiple pattern type in a pallet & vehicle.
  • Mix Load - Finds optimal number of vehicles to load all orders of different size cartons. It is perfect to determine the best combination of the different vehicle types to fulfill a delivery orders in a warehouse. It also consider an unitization of the cargos before vehicle loading.
  • Set Load - Calculates best qty of each cargo when several cargos should be kept to compose one product. (eg. Calculates full load of an air conditioner composed of one indoor and two outdoors)
  • Multi-Set Load - Finds optimal number of vehicles to load all orders of different size cartons with regarding multiple destinations and stops.
  • Multiple Cargo Types

    Extensive Vehicle and Cargo Types

  • Select from a variety of trailers, sea container including Open Top and Flat Rack special equipments
  • User definable air pallet and ULD
  • Multiple cargo types supported - ship case, roll, full single pallet load and mixed pallet load
  • Fill a pallet with ship case and create a pre-pack pallet loads. The pallet loads can be used a new cargo again to fill a vehicles
  • Efficient and Flexible Load Algorithms

  • Priority & max number of each vehicle type
  • Max weight & volume % for each vehicles types
  • Extensive stacking rules - Dead stack and stacking matrix
  • Orientation priority for each cargo
  • Pattern type for each cargo when applied to single load
  • Axle weight calculations help minimize transient damage
  • Calculation the exact location of center of gravity for all loads
  • Loads according to drop off or with same order kept together
  • Max size for cargo placement in vehicle makes easy loads
  • Remove vehicles with poor volume utilization automatically
  • Replacement LCL with smaller vehicles (e.g. 40FT -> 20FT)
  • Define naming rules for vehicle loads (e.g. #3 40FT -> MEX003-40FT)
  • Smart pallet placement algorithm to secure more stable loads
  • A sample of load sequence

    Smart Analyzing Tools

  • calculation Explorer helps you to navigate loading blocks and empty spaces
  • Automatically finds the available cargo qtys to be loaded into selected empty spaces (LCL Calculator)
  • Add new cargo into a vehicle without re-calculation
  • Move cargos between vehicles without re-calculation
  • Multiple Reports and Printouts

  • 3D graphical views of load plans
  • 3D step by step loading instructions [see sample ]
  • 3D diagrams and comprehensive summary reports [see sample ]
  • 3D weight distribution chart
  • Fully customizable loading instructions and manifest [see sample ]
  • 2D diagrams of center of gravity and axle weights
  • Add description into each empty spaces of load
  • Email reports to different departments or customers
  • Customize the style of all reports such as color, font size and decorations
  • Collaboration Supports

  • Share the load data, loading instruction and diagram over Internet anytime, anywhere and any web browser
  • Easily integrate with WMS, Order Entry, Routing, Oracle, EDI and Supply Chain Systems for data imports
    • Overview
    See the online movies to watch how to use CubeMaster.
    • Load sea containers
    • Load air containers
    • Move cargoes with Magic edition
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    QUEBECOR WORLD, Canada
    Building Product Design, UK
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    BAX Global, Shanghai, China
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    Joined Jun 25, 2017. #22 Dec 10, 2019. In 2016 GM released detailed specs of the Colorado. It did not include the axle weight distribution for the 2.8L diesel, but it did include them for all other configurations (the diesel just said TBD). If you use the information that they did provide you can extrapolate a decent approximation. Trailer attached, no weight distribution: Front axle - 3160 Rear axle - 4500 Total loaded vehicle weight - 7660 Trailer axle weight - =5880? If that's the case, once you distribute that weight you will be better off. But I do think you're carrying a lot of tongue weight as mentioned previously. NOVAB – The Nooteboom Vehicle Axle Load Calculation programme was developed by Nooteboom more than 20 years ago especially for their customers in the international abnormal transport sector. The programme accurately calculates the optimal position for the loads on the vehicle combinations that are to be loaded. Users of the programme can choose from a wide range of predefined vehicles. Also available, NTEA’s Vehicle Center of Gravity & Axle Weight Calculator is a web-based, interactive tool providing vehicle specification and weight information. Interactive instructions make it user-friendly for those in your company responsible for weight distribution and center of gravity calculations.

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    Introduction

    Every public road in the United States is governed by regulations concerning oversize/overweight vehicles at both the federal and state levels, all the way down to municipal levels in some cases. The ramifications of these regulations affect every aspect of our domestic and worldwide economies. Manufacturers must consider the size and weight limitations of their products to keep their transportation costs down, international exporters must consider the differences in freight regulations while crossing international borders, government entities must be able to calculate the damage to infrastructure by issuing overweight permits. Many years of research and planning have gone into the regulations that govern our public roadways and those charged with enforcing these regulations do not take that lightly. Violating these regulations could result in hefty fines or worse. These regulations are here to keep our infrastructure intact, maintain a safe and orderly roadway for everyone who uses it, and to provide a standard for our economy to establish itself upon. This examination will specifically pertain to axle weights and spacing regulations. It is important to note that these are not the only regulations governing oversize/overweight vehicles and it is strongly encouraged that readers investigate and familiarize themselves with all other regulations on all government levels.

    Primary Considerations

    There are several factors to consider before ever placing a load on a vehicle. These factors include: the dimensions of the load, the combined effect of the load and vehicle configuration, whether the equipment is rated to handle the dimensions of the load, if the dimensions are within regulation, etc. It is important to consider these factors ahead of time so that a proper plan can be made for transporting the load.

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    Axle and Equipment Regulations

    Why are these regulations necessary to begin with? A look at the most basic algebra answers that question. Pressure is equal to force divided by area (P=F/A). Simply put: the more area that is there to spread the force out, the less severe the force becomes. In the illustration below, notice that the more axles and space added (more area) the more load weight (more force) is allowed on the truck and trailer.

    The most important factors that are heavily regulated concerning this principle are:

    • Axle Weight – the amount of weight allowed on any one axle or specific group of axles. Example: a legally dispersed 5 axle rig would have a max axle weight of 12000 lbs on steer, 34000 lbs on the drive tandem axles, 17000 lbs on the 4th axle, and 17000 lbs on the 5th axle.
    • Axle Spacings – the amount of space between axles, measured from the center of one axle hub to another. A standard 5 axle rig would be similar to 19-6 between the steer and first drive axle, 4-6 between the two drives, 35-0 between the last drive and the first trailer axle, and 4-6 between the two trailer axles.
    • Tire Width - the width of the tire. A state might say you are allowed 650 lbs per square inch of tire multiplied by the number of tires on that axle.
    • Manufacturer’s Rating – the specific tolerances that the tires and axles are rated to handle by the manufacturer.

    Axle Weight Calculator

    Oversize.io has accounted for every state’s specific rules and regulations. Simply input your vehicle configuration and select the states you are going through to see if your oversize load is permittable. You can change the weight distribution by changing each axle weight or axle spacing (if you have a slide axle trailer).

    Truck Axle Load Distribution


    Federal Regulations

    The following are the Federally mandated maximum weights for the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways and reasonable access thereto (23 CFR Part 658.17):

    • 80,000 pounds gross vehicle weight
    • 20,000 pounds single axle weight
    • 34,000 pounds tandem axle weights

    Bridge Formula Weights - all loads traveling on the interstate roadways must comply with the Federal Bridge Formula.

    The federal regulations state the maximum values listed above for a legal load. If a load violates these declared values, then the load requires a permit. The federal government itself does not issue permits for loads, but instead leaves it up to the state to decide if they want to allow the movement of loads.

    State and Provinces Regulations By State

    Every US state and Canadian province has its own regulations concerning oversize/overweight loads and must be researched. Each has available literature that it provides to help you make an informed decision about how to configure your equipment or disperse your load weight while traveling on their roadways. An example is the state of Texas. Texas will permit a single axle limit of 25,000 lbs on a single axle so long as the manufacturer’s ratings (GAWR) allow it. This knowledge of the state specific rules could help you get the extra weight you need to move a load.

    Summary

    Roadway regulations governing oversize/overweight loads can be a hassle, but they serve a very important purpose. They protect our infrastructure and provide a standard that effects domestic and worldwide economies. Axle weights, axle spacings, tire widths, and manufacturer’s ratings are the most important factors to consider. Each state has their own guidelines concerning each one of these factors. Oversize.io has considered all the state guidelines and done that research for you. Simply input your configuration into our system and receive immediate feedback on whether your load meets state and federal guidelines. Don’t hesitate to contact us with any further questions.

    Cited References

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    https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/sw/permit_report/index.htm

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