Freight Tools

Freight Tools provides a set of free online calculators designed to assist with various freight and shipping calculations. The platform aims to simplify common shipping math tasks for users who need to plan, estimate, or reference key metrics in international freight logistics. It is suitable for those who require quick access to calculations such as cubic meter volume, chargeable weight, freight class, and container or pallet loading, all without the need for sign-up.

The service includes several specialized calculators. The CBM Calculator computes cubic meters from shipment dimensions and quantity, accepting measurements in centimeters, millimeters, inches, or feet. A Container Loading tool estimates how many cartons can fit in standard 20ft, 40ft, or 40HC shipping containers. The Pallet Calculator determines cartons per pallet and pallets per container based on footprint fit. For weight and billing, Freight Tools offers a Volumetric Weight calculator using shipment size and carrier divisors, and a Chargeable Weight calculator that identifies the higher value between actual and volumetric weight. The platform also includes a Freight Class calculator that determines US LTL freight class based on shipment density.

In addition to calculators, Freight Tools provides reference materials such as guides to all 11 Incoterms 2020, detailing who pays, who insures, and where risk transfers for each term. Users can also access a printable Freight Math Cheat Sheet, summarizing formulas for CBM, volumetric weight, container capacity, boxes per pallet, and the full freight class table. Occasional shipping-math updates are available, with an assurance of no spam.

Freight Tools is delivered as a web-based application, accessible without registration. All features are offered free of charge. The platform is positioned as a utility for individuals involved in freight and shipping who need reliable, fast, and accessible calculation tools and reference guides.