What is a Dimensioning System?
Introducing Rice Lake’s iDimension® Series Dimensioning system which captures images of packages, flats, poly bags, tubes and other items FAST (within a second!) so that you can quickly and more efficiently calculate the dimensions of your shipping packages. Dimensioning systems can handle both small and large shipments.
Dimensional Weight Explained
In order to more accurately reflect billable weight, large carriers are determining shipment pricing based on either dimensional weight or actual weight—whichever is greater.
Dimensional weight, often referred to as dim weight, reflects the package’s density—the amount of space the package utilizes in relation to its weight. To determine dim weight, a package’s length, width and height are multiplied, resulting in its cubic size, and then divided by 139.
About the Dimensioning System
The iDimension® dimensioning system from Rice Lake offers users legal-for-trade measurement capabilities for freight ranging from a minimum size of 12″ x 12″ x 12″ up to a maximum of 96″ x 96″ x 96″, to maintain precision within 0.5″ accuracy. This system features complete 360-degree accessibility, making it easy to position pallets within the central target area. Built with a robust solid-state design containing no moving components, it requires minimal setup and operator training to achieve full functionality.
The standard configuration includes up to four low-resolution intensity cameras that generate bounding box measurements and can be customized to display timestamps, scan identification numbers, serial numbers, dimensional data, and measurement indicators.
Several enhancement options are available to expand the dimensioner’s capabilities. High-resolution camera packages with up to two units enable detailed freight identification, damage documentation, and shipment tracking. Additionally, an LED lighting system projects a precise grid pattern onto the floor surface, eliminating the need for painted, etched, or taped zone markings.
The system also features a 23″ forklift operator display to deliver real-time dimensional feedback and system status information directly to equipment operators using forklifts or pallet jacks. The iDimension software suite provides plenty of customization options for the user, including configurable interfaces, multiple triggering methods, and data management capabilities like storage, logging, and transfer capabilities for both shipment and dimensional information.
Why Choose Certified Scale for Dimensioning Systems?
At Certified Scale, we offer professional services and quality weighing equipment products for customers throughout the state of Wisconsin and nationwide. We are a trusted source for dimensioning systems, and a wide range of scales and analytical balances. If you have questions or need assistance with your weighing equipment, please contact our team at 800-455-9107 and we’ll be happy to assist.