METTLER TOLEDO provides automated and integrated solutions that eliminate common headaches in the freight industry. Read about a real-world example in the Freight Dynamic DWS Case Study to see how METTLER TOLEDO solutions improved a Top 5 freight carrier’s bottom line.
The TLD870 Static Pallet Dimensioner combines best-in-class freight dimensioning system performance, speed and accuracy for an efficient, robust solution for pallet revenue recovery, invoicing and load planning. Measure any surface type with a 2-second scan time for maximum efficiency.
The PFA584 Floor Scale is easily configurable for out-of-the-box accuracy and setup. The rugged design combined with a heavy duty scale guard protects the scale from damage in high throughput, fast-paced warehouse environments.
The TLD970 Dynamic Pallet Dimensioner enables you to collect measurements automatically on 100% of pallets at speeds up to 16 kilometers per hour. Measure up to 720 pallets per hour with no slowdowns or measuring restrictions.
The TLF820 Forklift Scale increases productivity with one-step weighing and seamless integration into the freight logistics process, including easy transmission of weight data through its embedded smart PC. Additionally, unique 3-point suspension holds calibration for 12 months, ensuring maximum uptime and reduced maintenance costs.
Octo Central is a turnkey freight software solution for all of your DWS devices, regardless of the manufacturer. Dimensions, weight, freight images and ID data are consolidated into one place for real-time processing. OCTO creates smart logic around workflow optimization and assists in solving common pain points, including optimal load planning, customer disputes, or lost and damaged freight.
Increased regulations have resulted in Air Freight companies relying more and more on dimensional data for accurate, Legal-For-Trade measurements. Having accurate data that is captured in seconds gives you an efficient, paper-free way of communicating Pre-Loading Advance Cargo Information to the relevant authorities. The data captured can be easily interfaced with load planning software and other Transport Management systems for efficient load planning, safe load distribution and correct invoicing.
Your equipment is a critical part of your operation, and any downtime can directly impact your bottom line. That's why we offer comprehensive service plans to help your systems run at peak performance. Partner with our expert global service team to protect your investment, extend the life of your equipment, and maximize your productivity with minimal interruption.
An automated Dimensioning, Weighing, and Scanning (DWS) system eliminates the manual steps that slow down freight processing. By capturing accurate dimensions, weight, and scan data automatically — on 100% of shipments — your team spends less time on data entry and more time moving freight. The result is faster throughput, fewer processing errors, and real-time data that feeds directly into your load planning, invoicing, and Transport Management systems.
Inaccurate or missing dimensional data is one of the leading causes of revenue leakage in freight and LTL. When shipments are invoiced by weight alone — without capturing true cubic dimensions — carriers consistently undercharge for bulky, low-density freight. Automated pallet dimensioners capture precise measurements in seconds, enabling accurate dimensional weight billing, reducing customer disputes, and recovering revenue that would otherwise be lost on every shipment.
Static dimensioners measure pallets at a fixed station — ideal for operations where pallets stop briefly for processing, offering very high accuracy and a fast scan time of around 2 seconds. Dynamic dimensioners capture measurements while pallets are in motion, allowing 100% measurement coverage at speeds up to 16 km/h and up to 720 pallets per hour without slowing your workflow. The right choice depends on your throughput volume, facility layout, and whether you need measurement integrated directly into a conveyor or forklift-based process.
Lost and damaged freight claims are often the result of poor visibility — no record of condition at intake, no documentation to support or refute a claim. Integrated DWS software like Octo™ DataCapture consolidates dimensions, weight, freight images, and scan ID data into a single real-time record for every shipment. This creates an auditable chain of custody from the moment freight enters your facility, giving your team the documentation needed to resolve disputes quickly and reduce the cost of false or unsubstantiated claims.
Air freight operations face increasing regulatory requirements around Pre-Loading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI), which mandates that accurate dimensional and weight data be submitted to authorities before loading. Legal-For-Trade certified dimensioning systems capture this data automatically in seconds, creating a compliant, paper-free record that can be transmitted directly to the relevant authorities and interfaced with load planning and Transport Management systems. This reduces manual documentation burden while ensuring full regulatory compliance for every shipment.