LOGISTICS
LOGISTICS (the word) is a French word from ancient Greek (logistic). Logistics refers to the way resources are acquired, stored and then transported to their ultimate destination, in a cost-effective way.
The term Logistics was initially used mostly as a military term and referred to how a military force obtained, stored and transported equipment and supplies. The term soon transferred to the corporate sector and is used by manufacturers to refer to how resources are handled and transported through the supply chain.
IMPORTANT FACTS:
Logistics is the overall process of how commodities are acquired, stored and transported.
Often poor control of logistics will have a negative impact on a business’s profitability.
Basically, the objective of logistics is to have the correct amount of resources at the correct time and then getting the goods to the consumer, safely and in good condition, in a cost-effective manner. The goal of good logistics is to get the goods to the consumer quickly and safely without damage. As mentioned above the term logistics was originally a military term but has transferred over to the business sector.
Companies like CargoMaster specialize in logistics offering various services, such as air freight and sea freight to manufacturers and other industries, that have a need for professional transportation. Large logistics providers man supplies the full array of services including transportation by air and sea and road, offering interactive software to their clients.
In many cases large retailers and manufacturers will have major parts of the logistics process completed in house
DOMESTIC AIR FREIGHT
Domestic air freight is handled every day by Cargomaster, to all corners of Australia. Domestic air freight includes Air Freight Australia and overnight air freight. For FAST services ask CargoMaster about Same day air freight and air freight charter. Domestic air freight will be moved on passenger jets or a freighter service for larger type air cargo. Domestic air freight services can be organized as airport to airport or door to door. Remember to package your air freight well and clearly address, if more than one piece it is a good idea to number each piece.
DOMESTIC AIR FREIGHT AIRCRAFT IN AUSTRALIA
A wide variety of aircraft available for air cargo.
AIRBUS A330-200:
INTERNATIONAL AIR FREIGHT
International air freight services are available from and to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Darwin. International air freight may be consolidated in Sydney or Melbourne and for Pacific Islands cargo Brisbane. The majority of Australia’s export air freight will move from Sydney and Melbourne gateways, however direct flights from the smaller capital cities are also available on selected routes. Please ensure your goods are well packaged prior to presenting for air transportation.
Unit Load Devices (ULD)
ULDs are considered an aircraft part and are the only aircraft parts that can be removed from the aircraft and be returned after being handled by unregulated operators, ULD’s are considered to directly contribute to flight safety.
TYPES OF UNIT LOAD DEVICES USED IN AUSTRALIA
AKE Container
- Type: AKE CONTAINERATA Code: LD3
- Internal Volume: 152 cu. ft. 4.3 mc
- Weight Limitation Inc. ULD Tare Weight: 1,588 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F, 777, Airbus
AAU Container
- Type: AAU CONTAINER
- ATA Code: LD29
- Internal Volume: 505 cu. ft. 14.3 mc
- Weight Limitation Inc.ULD Tare Weight: 4,626 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F
ALF Container
- Type: ALF CONTAINER
- ATA Code: LD6
- Internal Volume: 310 cu. ft. 8.78 mc
- Weight Limitation Inc. ULD Tare Weight: 3,175 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F,777, Airbus
AMA Container
- Type: AMA CONTAINER
- ATA Code: M1
- Internal Volume: 621 cu. ft. 17.58 mc
- Weight Limitation Inc. ULD Tare Weight: 6,804 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747F
AMF Container
- Type: AMF CONTAINER
- Internal Volume: 516 cu. ft. 14.6 mc
- Weight Limitation Inc. ULD Tare Weight: 5,035 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747,747F, 777, Airbus
P1P_PAG Pallet
- Type: P1P, PAG PALLET
- Size:
- Base: 88″x 125″
- Height: 64″, x 96″,118″
- Weight Limitation Inc. ULD Tare Weight: 4,626 kg (LD),6,033kg (MD)
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747,747F, 777, Airbus
PEB Container
- Type: PEB CONTAINER
- Size:
- Base: 53″ x 88″
- Height: 84″
- Weight Limitation Inc. ULD Tare Weight: 1,800 kg (B-HIH -1,300 KG)
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747F
PLA Pallet
- Type: PLA PALLET
- Size:
- Base: 60.4″x 125″
- Height: 64″
- Weight Limitation Inc. ULD Tare Weight: 3,175 kg Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F, 777, Airbus
PMC_PQP_P6P Pallet
- Type: PMC, PQP, P6P PALLET
- Size: Base: 96″ x 125″
- Weight Limitation Inc. ULD Tare Weight: 5,035 kg (LD), 6,804 kg (MD)
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F, 777, Airbus
RKN Container
- Type: RKN CONTAINER
- ATA Code: LD3
- Internal Volume: 125.41 cu. ft. 3.55 mc
- Weight Limitation Inc. ULD Tare Weight: 1,588 kg
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747, 747F, 777, Airbus
VZA_VRA
- Size: Fitted on PGA 20 ft. Pallet
- Max Width for Lower Car: 81″/ 205 cm
- Max Centre Height for Lower Car: 59″/ 150 cm
- Max Wheel Base: 312 cm
- Weight Limitation Inc. ULD Tare Weight: 2,500 kg(Upper Car) 9,300 kg(Max Gross Weight of Pallet)
- Loadable Aircraft Type: 747F Upper Deck
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING CONTAINERS
CargoMaster offers a broad range of shipping equipment.
SHIPPING CONTAINER DIMENSIONS
20 ft Standard Dry (8’6″ x 8′ x 20′)
Weight: 4500lbs
Max Gross Weight: 66,139lbs
Interior Dimensions:
Length: 19′ 5″
Width: 7′ 8-⅛”
Height: 7′ 9-⅝”
Door Opening:
Width: 7’ 8-½”
Height: 7’ 5-¾”
40 ft Standard Dry (8’6″ x 8′ x 40′)
Weight: 8500lbs
Max Gross Weight: 66,139lbs
Interior Dimensions:
Length: 39′ ⅜”
Width: 7′ 8-⅛”
Height: 7′ 9-⅝”
Door Opening:
Width: 7’ 8-½”
Height: 7’ 5-¾”
40 ft High Cube (9’6″ x 8′ x 40′)
Weight: 8750 lbs
Max Gross Weight: 68,008lb
Interior Dimensions:
Length: 39′ 4”
Width: 7′ 7”
Height: 8′ 9″
Door Opening:
Width: 7’ 8″‘
Height: 8’ 5”
BREAK BULK, OUT OF GUAGE AND PROJECT SHIPPING MELBOURNE:
20ft flat rack dimensions
| Dimensions of 20ft flat rack container | |
| Internal length | 5.94 m / 19.5 ft |
| Internal width | 2.35 m / 7.7 ft |
| Internal height | 2.35 m / 7.7 ft |
| Tare weight | 2,360 kg / 5,203.8 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 30,140 kg / 66,458.7 lbs |
| Cubic capacity | 32.7 m³ / 1,154.3 cu ft |
40ft flat rack dimensions
40ft flat rack dimensions
| Measurement of 40ft flat rack container | |
| Internal length | 12.13 m / 39.8 ft |
| Internal width | 2.40 m / 7.9 ft |
| Internal height | 2.14 m / 7 ft |
| Tare weight | 5,000 kg / 11,025 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 40,000 kg / 88,200 lbs |
| Cubic capacity | 62.2 m³ / 2,195.7 cu ft |